Roche Castle is one of those places that just appears out of nowhere – floating over the rolling countryside of the Louth-Armagh border. It’s rarely visited, possibly because it’s on the border between the Republic and Northern Ireland.
On the other hand it could be because of the castle window called “Fuinneóg an Mhurdair” situated about 25 metres over the craggy cliff on the other side of the hill. The story is that the owner, Rohesia Verdon had the builder thrown out of it to avoid paying the bill. Or because he forgot to fit the gold-plated taps!
OMG! The stories that are to be told…better than fiction, George. This is what the ruins of Ireland are all about to me…beautiful and full of history. I actually like the person in the background that gives scale to the size of this place!
I really like this picture. The green sea, the contrasting blue sky, and the castle in the center. I particularly loved the figure in the left. I do not know how to say it, but I think it gives a dimension… human?
As ever, you’ve timed your shot to take full advantage of the agreeable light. Also like your choice of angle – it aids the sense of isolation. And, as already mentioned, the inclusion of the figure is the cherry on top.
Great my friend… the human factor here is superb but the castle, with the angle of shot and the shape that it has makes this photography amazing without the help of the little person.
19 comments in “architects of grandeur are often disillusioned by the master builder”
July 20th, 2010 at 9:59 pm
Roche Castle is one of those places that just appears out of nowhere – floating over the rolling countryside of the Louth-Armagh border. It’s rarely visited, possibly because it’s on the border between the Republic and Northern Ireland.
On the other hand it could be because of the castle window called “Fuinneóg an Mhurdair” situated about 25 metres over the craggy cliff on the other side of the hill. The story is that the owner, Rohesia Verdon had the builder thrown out of it to avoid paying the bill. Or because he forgot to fit the gold-plated taps!
July 21st, 2010 at 7:37 am
I like the perspective – the person in the photo shows how really grand this structure is.
July 21st, 2010 at 1:22 pm
incredible George i love your point of vieux and this green sea
July 21st, 2010 at 1:40 pm
Like something from a calendar or postcard. It’s beautiful.
July 21st, 2010 at 2:00 pm
Very good subject, very quite made up, the character is discrete, very good photograph. well with you George
July 21st, 2010 at 2:10 pm
OMG! The stories that are to be told…better than fiction, George. This is what the ruins of Ireland are all about to me…beautiful and full of history. I actually like the person in the background that gives scale to the size of this place!
July 21st, 2010 at 8:54 pm
magnifique paysage, avec ces très belles ruines, j’adore !
July 22nd, 2010 at 3:28 am
what a lovely place! love these types of historical buildings.
July 22nd, 2010 at 4:54 am
Always good to learn and read the stories
Thanks a lot for that.
Nice shot. The light is so good. Plus the shadow on the other half works great. Adding the human – nice composition element.
July 22nd, 2010 at 7:12 am
I really like this picture. The green sea, the contrasting blue sky, and the castle in the center. I particularly loved the figure in the left. I do not know how to say it, but I think it gives a dimension… human?
July 22nd, 2010 at 9:21 am
As ever, you’ve timed your shot to take full advantage of the agreeable light. Also like your choice of angle – it aids the sense of isolation. And, as already mentioned, the inclusion of the figure is the cherry on top.
July 22nd, 2010 at 6:49 pm
good detail with the person, it really makes the picture.
July 22nd, 2010 at 7:38 pm
that’s very beautiful!
July 23rd, 2010 at 12:12 am
Nice ruins. The person on the far left adds a nice touch to the dimension of the ruins.
July 23rd, 2010 at 11:26 am
Love the lone figure. Ireland always looks so lovely.
July 23rd, 2010 at 3:48 pm
Fabulous shot. The person automatically draws the eye, but I’m also drawn in by the repeating wave of the landscape and the castle. Amazing work.
July 24th, 2010 at 8:55 am
beautiful. the compo of the light make this photo pop out. luv it. nice work man
July 25th, 2010 at 8:44 pm
Great my friend… the human factor here is superb but the castle, with the angle of shot and the shape that it has makes this photography amazing without the help of the little person.
Great, is a pleasure see your photos.
July 26th, 2010 at 11:47 pm
Wow, This is a beautiful shot.
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