The picture shows the Hohenzollerschloss illuminated at night, taken in the quiet darkness of the Christmas season. The historic building sits majestically enthroned above the calmly flowing Danube, whose smooth surface reflects a clear reflection of the castle. The architecture stands out luminously against the dark sky - light emphasises the contours, towers and walls and lends the scene a special depth.
Although there are no signs of winter, the festive season is palpable: two glowing poinsettias on the castle create subtle festive accents without disturbing the tranquillity of the picture. The night is windless, no waves ripple the water, no movement disturbs the harmony between the building and nature.
The composition thrives on the contrast between the dark river and the illuminated castle, between the coolness of the night and the warm light. The picture not only captures an architectural landmark, but also a moment of profound stillness - a quiet, almost reverent scene that recalls the special atmosphere of the Christmas season, without staging it boldly.
Hi, I'm Judith...
I would like to describe myself as an "ambitious amateur photographer". My main focus is nature and landscape photography, but I also like to explore other genres.
I taught myself everything I know about photography. A few books here, some internet research there, inspiration from..
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