I had a marvellous day in London with Helen and Izzy on Wednesday. having visited the V&A, Natural History and Science Museums, we caught up with Mrs Adams in the Hays Galleria for dinner. It was a glorious, warm evening and just outside the Galleria I was presented with this view of HMS Belfast.
I couldn’t help but experiment with a long exposure time. I went for a massive exposure of 30 seconds, hence why the River Thames looks strangely calm as the bumps have been smoothed out. In the editing process, I increased the vibrancy to bring out the colours but it’s otherwise untouched.
I think it makes a nice shot of the River Thames at night, although it is slightly strange to think there’s a battleship permanently moored in Central London! If I could take the image again, I’d possibly try to cut out some of the visual clutter on the right hand side, although I do quite like the street light in the foreground and the way it’s flaring.
As this was a long-exposure shot and as I had no tripod to hand, I had to rest my camera on a plinth, or else camera shake would have been an issue. This limited my view and meant I had to include some of the path to the right (while also holding on to the strap, in case my camera decide to tumble off the plinth and in to the River Thames below!).
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27 thoughts on “HMS Belfast at night”
One of my favourite sights in London. I hope you had an amazing time.
Thank you for linking up
Yes I’m sure I’ve seen you publish a few pictures of HMS Belfast. Certainly a sight for sore eyes at night time!
That is definitely a fantastic view, the light surrounding the boat makes it appear even bigger #mysundayphoto
You’er right Chantelle, it does make it seem bigger doesn’t it? I hadn’t thought of it quite like that!
Lovely shot of the ship at night! #mysundayphoto
Glad you liked it Karen. Thanks for stopping by and commenting.
What a fabulous photo. I love how bright it is. Is that Tower Bridge just visible in the background?
Thanks Sarah. yes, spot on, that is indeed Tower Bridge in the background.
That is a great photo, they can be so hard at night but this is brilliant.
Thanks Fiona. I actually think HMS Belfast looks more photogenic at night when it’s lit up.
What a busy day you had, you must have been exhausted! I like the light flare in the shot too. A very impressive sight #MySundayPhoto
Oh wow was I exhausted. Truth is, I totally put my back out carrying the youngest around at the end of the day! Thankfully my back was still working when I took this image.
Great night time shot of this iconic boat
Mollyx
Thanks Molly, I would never have thought to take such an image if I simply hadn’t been there at the right time. It looks awesome lit up at night.
Brilliant shot but the one I want to see is of you ,earring against the plinth and clutching the camera strap!
Oh yes, that must have looked quite strange to any passers-by! Thankfully, I didn’t take a selfie!
Hi John, this is a fab shot and looks quite cartoon-like. I like the whole effect of the 30-second exposure, If you hadn’t mentioned the path I probably wouldn’t have noticed it!
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I hadn’t thought of it looking cartoon-esque but I do get your point. Great observation!
I love that shot. I’ve visited HMS Belfast twice before but never at night. And that was before I learned one of my uncles served on her! #mysundayphoto
Oh wow, that’s quite a connection. Glad you like the image.
Oh wow! LOVE what you’ve done with the water, it looks like ice! The reflections are fab too. You inspire me to want to play around with my settings more. #MySundayPhoto
I wish you every success as you tinker with your settings Tara!
Fantastic, I work right next to Hays Galleria and see this view every day. Love your take on it #mysundayphoto
That’s quite a view you have! Bet it’s better at night, right?
I’ve missed popping by via the linky and seeing what you’ve posted. So glad I’m less busy and back linking just to see this. The fact you’ve enhanced the colour I think only adds value. The sharpness of the light and Belfast is amazing but the use of colour shining through the sides and then the reflection in water really makes a perfect rounded shot. As Always, well done! Great photo! Looking forward to seeing tomorrow’s! #mysundayphoto
What a stunning shot. I love how the long exposure makes the water look so smooth 🙂
Outstanding pic dude, I keep meaning to experiment with long exposure pictures, maybe with the longer nights coming in.