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11/05/2003 12:24:09 AM · #1 |
I was invited to photograph the inside of the Grace Episcopal Church in Colorado Springs on Thursday. It is an 1800's era Gothic structure with spires, dramatic natural lighting inside, stained glass windows, and lots of intricate architectural details. I will have my tripod, as well as my stuido lights for portraits of the Priest.
I have a feeling I could spend days taking photos, but won't have that much time. Anyone do this before? Are there shots I should key on going into it, that I might miss otherwise? Just fishing for suggestions or ideas beyond the obvious.
Thanks,
JD Anderson
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11/05/2003 12:30:02 AM · #2 |
JD,
That's a beautiful church. Look close at the detailed architecture and stained glass.
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11/05/2003 12:43:32 AM · #3 |
You may already be thinking about shots like this, but I would look for some close up details of architectural details. Ask if you can shoot from someplace high up, like a balcony, organ loft, choir loft. Some high ceilinged churches have access areas that are very high up in the struture. See if you can get into those.
Also, If they have a pipe organ, see if you can shoot that.
Stained glass details can be very nice too. Ask the priest to show you his favorite window.
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11/05/2003 09:38:45 AM · #4 |
Alters and windows are typically detailed and should be included. Many times, specific artwork will be displayed, so be sure and capture those. Lastly, the ceilings of many old churches have magnificent murals on them. Don't be afraid to lay on the floor in the center aisle and capture the dome mural if present.
An old church in St Louis, form the 1600's (I believe) has wonderful detail in these areas. Tile portraits and fabulous marble work. Ceiling murals are inspirational. |
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11/05/2003 10:36:56 AM · #5 |
JD -
Great opportunity. Too bad it's past the grace challenge. ;)
You should hope for a sunny day and catch the light shining in from a 90 degree side angle. The rays of light that shine into a church are very symbolic to the holiness of God and do a great job of attracting attention from those looking at the photographs. Sometimes you can get rays of light shining on a cross, which can be simple yet spectacular shots.
- Dave |
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11/07/2003 12:19:55 AM · #6 |
Our photo club just had a meeting where a pro was guest speaker. He has photographed inside old theaters. For wide-angle indoor photos, he set exposure to 30 seconds, and ran around with flashes in hand, painting the walls and features. Also had 4 flashes on tripods slaved to the camera. Great results, if you can dig up enough flash units. He uses Canon D60 and 10D.
He also emphasized talking to the owner - in your case the Reverend? - to get some stories about interesting stuff they know about the building and its furnishings. Sometimes we forget to do that, but he got some good stuff that way, too. Good luck!
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11/07/2003 12:33:40 AM · #7 |
Since it is such an 1800's church I would try to take an advantage of oldest portions of the church. I am sure it has been rebuilt and redone many times.
Good luck and have fun. Leave one for us in Sacred Places. : ) |
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12/03/2003 05:51:01 AM · #8 |
| From my point of view, I would also take pictures of the priest or reverend doing tasks as well. If the lighting were right through the windows and placement would work, capture him filling a font or whatever type of device for baptism/other ceremony. Lighting candles would be ok too, or just follow him around on his normal duties. My point is that often times it is a combination of the structure and the inhabitants to bring the life to the church. |
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12/03/2003 08:43:01 AM · #9 |
Curious how these turned out. Smelly, care to share??
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12/03/2003 09:01:32 AM · #10 |
| There may be interesting portrait opportunities using the coloured light through the windows if that was suitable and possible |
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