Your words as well as images are always treasured Egmont. I get so much out of both. You share in both knowledge, art and feelings. A great gift to us all. (Now where is those abstracts!)

wonderful bw :)

Great compo and lighting. Nicely done mate. It is unfortunate that this world is driven by competition. Sharing and giving of yourself is often seen as a sign of weakness. Personally, I pity people who think like this. I havent got much to teach people, but I do get a kick out of seeing someone take something I've told them that next little step.

Another excellent rendition of this image. Like before, the tonalities and textures are perfectly captured. An inspiring read, as well. Than k you for sharing your thoughts with us. -M :^)

Love the amazing textures on the wood. A great piece of work, keep 'em coming :)

A warm and eye appealing shot. Great study of textures.

Most interesting capture of the woods patterns. Tone works so well and a light is perfect.

Very good textures and lighting. I also find the rather plainer board second from right to be very important as I think the whole thing would be too 'busy' without it but this board has a calmimg influence. Excellent!!

Well I totally agree Egmont, one of my favourite quotes is "Share your knowledge, it's a way to achieve immortality" and I think in essence, this is what you have so eloquently said in your narrative. For those that believe knowledge is power, then good luck to them, but personally, I get far more from sharing than not (Not that I have much to share in the way of photography, but there are many other things though). As for your wonderful picture, this is another masterpiece and has the Egmont stamp all over it - I feel I could walk into an art gallery and recognise your works now without any introduction. You have an eye for detail, texture, light and shadow and this image has all of those and so much more too. The depth is fantastic. You inspire me every time I look at your photos. xx

Stunning B&W composition and design!!! Gorgeous abstract, Egmont!!!

oh yes, a great pic composition, excellent in presentation and brilliant in the details of the wood! lg. lothar

Great capture. Excellent compoistion and textures. I like that style

Very fine image. Fantastic textures, light and details. Excellently done!

Egmont, what a beautiful photograph to accompany such beautiful and heartfelt words. There is nothing better than to allow yourself to express the way you feel, and you seem to do this brilliantly, and it is ever so evident in each one of your photographs. There is so much heart and soul in each and every one of your postings. Reminds me of something I read recently about imagining the human soul "Look at each object present, and do not see a face before you, but a soul". This seems to describe your images so well, as they all have this trait. I can't help but notice that rusty nail "half" protruding from the wood, seems out of place, and in need to be "pushed" back in. There is so much to be read from your black and white photograph. The linear theme you have prevalent is very interesting, and can be read in many ways. It's not always as straight as we'd like--- as we are always thrown onto many "curved" pathways instead. To me, this linearity resembles the "desired" perfection (and no, I'm not a Freudian ;) ). You are indeed, blessed with a very special talent and gift for art and creation...

to be and work as an artist is profound..... may your words, deeds and thoughts, shared with others, continue.

Great textures and structure.

This is a wonderful piece of photography Egmont! The textures and tones are excellent. I am in full agreement with your words and share your sentiments wholeheartedly. Kindest regards to you. Eileen xx

Good Evening, Dear Egmont. A work of great beauty, the light is so lovely. A superb artwork. I want to reach in and feel this barn door on the palm of my hand. My Father loved "good wood" and so do I. I hear the story the door tells, I listen for the now silent voices. How many hands have touched this door. Echoes of gentle hands from the past. Your words move me greatly. Such grace in giving and also in receiving. You have touched my life, Egmont by being you. I like to hear your voice, your thoughts. We all reach out to each other. Your hand is alway open, you give of yourself. Treasured artworks, thoughts and deep feelings. You enrich my life, always. I thank you. My Hugs. Diane.

Another very beautiful lesson about textures and composition! And I agree with you: 'one simple act of kindness can make all the difference in someone else's life'! :)

Nice image...

Excellent serie

Great words and pic my friend. The presentation genial.

Wonderful sentiments Egmont, thank you for sharing them. And your photo, well, that is something special as well!

Thank you so much for your explantion.... Mean very much to me read it... Your artistic eye.. is superb.... and I learn so much with your gallery. Hugs. Luis

This is a wonderful shot indeed. I like so much this kinds of photos. I dont think it could be done better that this. Your words are very touching and I do indeed agree with you. Thank you for sharing both. :)

i keep coming back. and see something new every time. that's a quality i'd like my stuff to have.

Superb composition!!