The Grotto

nordfan, on June 15, 2008, said:

The photo could be a scene out of a fairy tale. The softness reinforced it for me. And well done, because I believe the lighting conditions were not easy: Still structure in the dark areas. Greetings Nordfan

Tony Reid, on June 15, 2008, said:

Thanks for the comments, Nordfan. It's always good to get feedback.

I suppose the fairy tale aspect is why the subject is called 'The Grotto'.

Cheers, Tony

NuclearGirl, on June 16, 2008, said:

You have all those wonderful images of New Zealand Tony and then I go and pick this one out and nominate it for 'Best Of'!! The reflection is quite superb, the colours are magical. This is no photograph - it's a work of art! I love it. BW Karen

Tony Reid, on June 16, 2008, said:

Ah, The Grotto at Stowe Gardens, Buckinghamshire. I am humbled by your appreciation of my shot.

My warmest thanks.

Tony

Madidi, on June 17, 2008, said:

This is a beauty Tony: fabulous colours and reflections.

Best Regards,

Séan.

© Green Irish Eagle, on June 17, 2008, said:

Very nice Tony! Inspiration for authors of fairy tales!

Tony Reid, on June 17, 2008, said:

Thanks for your comments Séan and Green Irish Eagle.

I'm going to have to find out more of the history of The Grotto.

Cheers, Tony

xabijavi, on June 25, 2008, said:

Very beautiful gardens,congratulations.Greetings,Javier.

Tony Reid, on June 25, 2008, said:

Thank you for your comments, Javier

Cheers, Tony

Tony Reid, on June 25, 2008, said:

When it was built in 1739 the Grotto was a free-standing building with a more formal exterior. Within a few years it was flanked just to the south on both sides by small rotundas, one decorated with shells and the other with pebbles.

Inside the Grotto, in a recess at the back of the central room, was a statue of Venus arising from her bath, and below her water flowed into a series of basins before disappearing under the floor and flowing out into the river.

Eva Kaprinay, on July 2, 2008, said:

VOTED

Cheers Eva

Contest: June

Tony Reid, on July 2, 2008, said:

Yay! Thanks for the vote, Eva!

Cheers, Tony

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Elemér, on July 3, 2008, said:

Voted!

Elemér

Tony Reid, on July 4, 2008, said:

Harry, I think Venus was out the back when I took this shot. =)

Cheers, Tony

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Tony Reid, on July 4, 2008, said:

Yay! Thanks for the vote, Elemér

Cheers, Tony

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MaryKnapp, on July 4, 2008, said:

Had to vote for this one too! Love the complexity.

funtor, on July 4, 2008, said:

A mystic picture with a beautiful reflection,you got my vote!Cheers,Thomas

Tony Reid, on July 5, 2008, said:

Yay! Two more votes! Thanks Mary and Thomas.

Cheers, Tony

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Scally, on July 6, 2008, said:

Voted.Scally

Tony Reid, on July 6, 2008, said:

Thanks for the vote Scally!

Cheers, Tony

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christian caffin, on July 9, 2008, said:

Amazing reflection! Great Shot! Voted! Greetings from France

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Jessica G., on July 9, 2008, said:

It does remind me of a fairy-tale setting. Very nice, Tony! (Voted)

Tony Reid, on July 9, 2008, said:

Yay! Thank you for the comments and votes, Christian and Jessica!! Appreciated.

Cheers, Tony

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jymsn123, on July 13, 2008, said:

Voted.

Cheers from Hong Kong, Jeff

Tony Reid, on July 14, 2008, said:

Yay! Thanks for the vote Jeff

Cheers, Tony

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k.andre, on July 14, 2008, said:

Hi Tony!!! This one is really beautiful!!! The reflection is like a mirror!! The place look so peaceful.

So... voted!!

Best regards, Kostas

This pic is for my contest

Tony Reid, on July 15, 2008, said:

Yay! Thanks for the vote Kostas

It was a peaceful location.

Cheers, Tony

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Zabb Csaba, on July 15, 2008, said:

Beautiful! Voted!

Greetings from Hungary, Csaba

Tony Reid, on July 15, 2008, said:

Yay! Thanks for the vote Csaba. And hello to Hungary!

Cheers! from NZ. Tony

Fotinos Andreopoulos, on July 16, 2008, said:

Vote for it Tony. I like very much shots and places like this. Well done.

Greetings, Fotinos.

Tony Reid, on July 16, 2008, said:

Thanks for your comments and your vote Fotinos

Cheers, Tony

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Faintlightofdawn, on July 17, 2008, said:

I agree with the first comment about the softness. I love the stillness of the reflection as well. Best wishes, Fai

Tony Reid, on July 17, 2008, said:

Thanks for your comments, Fai. I'm glad you like it.

Cheers, Tony

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Marcel MLINARIĆ - Croatia, on July 17, 2008, said:

Wonderful reflection! VOTED!

Greetings from Croatia, Marcel

Tony Reid, on July 17, 2008, said:

Yay! Thanks for your vote and comments Marcel!

Cheers, Tony

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EugeneTrambo, on July 22, 2008, said:

Very nice! Voted!

Tony Reid, on July 22, 2008, said:

Yay! Thanks for the vote Eugene. Appreciated.

Cheers, Tony

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a888♠, on August 19, 2008, said:

Nice shot with a good reflection.

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Tony Reid, on August 19, 2008, said:

Thank you for comments, a888!!

Cheers, Tony

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Keno Kawabata, on August 30, 2008, said:

The magical shot is inspiring. :) YS

Cheers, Keno

Tony Reid, on September 3, 2008, said:

A Yellow Star! Now that is inspirational! Thnks Keno.

Cheers, Tony

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Majantje, on October 29, 2008, said:

Danke für das schöne Foto. Gruß Majantje

Tony Reid, on October 29, 2008, said:

Vielen Dank für Ihre schönen Kommentare!

Grüße, Tony

Bubbling Under

Tony Reid, 9 days ago, said:

My 57th shot pass 1,000 views.

Cheers, Tony in New Zealand

Amelia Royan, 6 days ago, said:

Hi Tony, long time no speak :))

Beautiful photography as always, wonderful sense of mystery, and great reflections :)

Greetings to New Zealand from Norway, Amelia

Tony Reid, 6 days ago, said:

Hello Norway! Good to hear from you again, Amelia. I've been a bit pre-occupied with other things recently. This shot was taken a a crisp winters day that day after Christmas.

Cheers, Tony in New Zealand