This is, I think, my best attempt at Selective Colour Photography.
In this exercise in photo editing, I decided to stick more closely to the technique of isolating a colour that really stands out from the surrounding area.
I took all of these photos at the Saturday service at The Anglican Cathedral, described by the poet 'Sir John Betjeman' as one of the great buildings of the world.
When I visited the choir were in full chorus, and they were playing the largest pipe organ in the UK, which is also one of the largest musical instruments in the world.
I sat transfixed as the music echoed through the vaulted heights, and even during the priest's sermons kept a respectful silence. I personally don't believe you have to be religious to gain certain feelings and the presence of emotion from places of worship.
It is to do with peace, a certain sublimation of the ego and just the atmosphere in general. This is why I fundamentally (yes I use the pun intentionally) do not understand religious fundamentalism or wars between faiths.
The title image is of the high altar at the far end of the cathedral, covered in gilt gold leaf it is truly a spectacle, and pays homage to the wealth of the church of England 😂
I wanted to really draw attention to the fabulous effect this alter has in drawing the eye. The other pictures I took that day were interesting, and as they were all in portrait mode I decided to add them together into one high-definition image.
But the true star of the show is that altar.
It took a huge amount of time using layering techniques and the 'paths tool' to create this Selective Colour Photography image.
I am open to criticism, and always willing to learn and hear different viewpoints.
Thanks for reading 🌿
All photos and media design used in this post are my own.
Camera Used: Samsung S7 Smart Phone.
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