Taken as part of the photography 101 challenge – today’s topic ‘Street’
Not exactly a street, but this is a picture of Canon Square, just off of the main Market Square in Retford, close to where I live. I am always struck by the juxtaposition of the impressive ‘Sebastopol Canon’ (captured in 1855 at the end of the Crimean War) sitting alongside the beautiful St Swithun’s Church with it’s graveyard spread like a cloth around it, both set midst at least four pubs all within a stone’s throw (The Vine that you can see is just one of those. I was standing outside another to take the photo).
The photo is a little wishy-washy I fear, as it is very foggy here this morning, and to be honest, I was feeling a bit self-conscious taking photos in town, just for fun, for the very first time!
Rebooting 
Great title! Glad you conquered the self-consciousness and got the shot. It’s full of imagery and emotion. I think the fog sets the mood.
Thank you Sylvia, that’s much appreciated!
Nice pic! I also like the description of the juxtaposition, which tells me just a bit more about the setting. It’s not too wish washy and the fog isn’t too invasive, sets the scene a bit. Try not to feel self conscious, although it’s easier said than done when it’s a new experience. 🙂
Thanks Debbie. I’m ok when I’m on holiday snapping everything and everywhere, but somehow it feels different in a day to day setting with the locals giving me funny looks!!
Thanks Debbie. I’m ok when I’m on holiday snapping everything and everywhere, but somehow it feels different in a day to day setting with the locals giving me funny looks!!
I love the church and the tree in the background! Especially the orange leaves. Great Job!
Thank you so much. Glad you liked it.
I like it, and I’m glad you got over that feeling [I know it so well] 🙂
Thanks Rebekah!