I have a horrible feeling I may have misunderstood Tom’s theme for today but here goes anyway! I took the theme to mean things which are viewed from above so I went for a walk at lunchtime in search of high points to shoot from. I headed for Priory Park in Chichester where there is a high-ish mound. In the middle ages it was the site of a keep or castle but this was demolished during the 13th century and all that remains now is a large mound in the centre of the park with a path winding up and around it. I spent many a happy hour as a child running around, up and down this mound playing games with friends. I tried shooting things I could see below me from the top but couldn’t get inspired then it occurred to me that the steps up to the top tier could be a subject in themselves. I converted this to monochrome to emphasise the lines and the texture in the concrete steps.

Wonderful texture! ????? · 2010-03-10: 08:47

Very nice point of view! TFS! dream1554 · 2010-03-10: 09:11

winning shot, beautiful the conversion of the b/n. ????? · 2010-03-10: 09:13

Love it! ????? · 2010-03-10: 10:37

Turned out well though... nice textures and shapes davids · 2010-03-10: 16:11

Great shot for the theme - love the perspective and treatment you gave this photo. lgnelson · 2010-03-10: 21:25

Love it! Yep! :o) ????? · 2010-03-10: 21:36

Great shot. sachiko · 2010-03-11: 07:20

Nice, I like the textures and the editing. Based on the other blog photos I have seen, I think it fits into the theme. :) ????? · 2010-03-11: 12:53

very nice perspective and contrast! matteahmb · 2010-03-11: 15:07

love this photo! Eiram · 2010-03-11: 16:51

lovely shot and i like the way you have given us the history too : ) ????? · 2010-03-12: 10:24

This is a fantastic shot which looks very good in monochrome and I think this image is perfect for the theme :) Melusine · 2010-03-14: 16:45

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