Galleria Umberto I, a photo from Naples, Campania

Photographer's Note

One of the most photographed tourist attractions of Naples, and franky I just don't understand the appeal of this turn-of-the-century shopping mall. There is an appealling astrological motif in the centre of the arcade on the floor, but you need access to one of the higher levels to take a photo of this. I'm really happy with the unusual viewpoint that my 12-24mm Sigma lens has given me here, managing to include the domed ceiling.
No cropping. ISO 1600.

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danielswalsh (13597) 2005-06-06 7:38

Cool shot Bob!

This REALLY wants me to get a WWWWWIIIIIIIDDDDDDEEEEEE angle lens. I like how you chose to make it B&W, it really brings out the detail.

Nicely done,
~ Dan

Paolo (41258) 2005-06-06 8:31

I'm agree with Daniel!
great shot and great composition.
i never saw the Galleria Umberto from that angle!
perfect light and good framing too.
thanks for the note.
ciao

emanuela (1257) 2005-06-08 6:48

great shot for my home city !
hope you enjoyed your stay.....in napoli
rgrds
emanuela

teacozie (1377) 2005-12-08 10:56

Yo Bob!

Nice shot mate, I really do enjoy the wide angle for this as it does give the shot something unique about it. B & W nice touch with the exposure... the roof dynamite and the real grabber.

Cheers.