Architecture Biltmore Color

trm2103 · 08-28-2016, 08:46 PM

Me, again. Here's a color shot from inside the Biltmore estate.

Cheers!

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Adam · 08-29-2016, 07:44 PM

The symmetry and colors work well, IMO. However, I find the lower-right corner to be distracting.

trm2103 · 08-30-2016, 09:36 AM

Originally posted by Adam

The symmetry and colors work well, IMO. However, I find the lower-right corner to be distracting.

Adam,

Thank you for your feedback. I agree with your assessment of the bottom right corner, but I'm still a greenhorn regarding Lightroom and haven't figured out how to clean it up yet. I'll keep working on it. Thanks again.

Tyler

**robgski** · 08-31-2016, 01:06 AM

Nice shot, I need to make it down that way and see it in person.

trm2103 · 08-31-2016, 06:10 AM

Originally posted by robgski

Nice shot, I need to make it down that way and see it in person.

Thank you!

You should definitely head that way if you can. My wife and I made our way over there on our honeymoon and it was well worth the drive. We didn't visit the winery due to time constraints, although it was included in our admission. I highly recommend the audio tour and grabbing a bite at the stable restaurant on property.

Have a great day!

Tyler

Venom3300 · 08-31-2016, 07:37 AM

Nice shot. I took a picture from about that exact spot Adams was quickly told I wasn't allowed to take pictures. I guess I was their nine dollar an hour employee with a Canon rebel out of a job...

trm2103 · 08-31-2016, 08:40 AM

Originally posted by Venom3300:

was quickly told I wasn't allowed to take pictures.

Really? When did you visit?

Venom3300 · 08-31-2016, 08:52 AM

Originally posted by trm2103

Really? When did you visit?

Jan of 2014... I think

trm2103 · 08-31-2016, 09:03 AM

Originally posted by Venom3300

Jan of 2014... I think

Curious. I was there last month and was told photos were allowed sans flash.

Did they give you trouble anywhere else on the estate?

Venom3300 · 08-31-2016, 05:07 PM

Originally posted by trm2103

Curious. I was there last month and was told photos were allowed sans flash.

Did they give you trouble anywhere else on the estate?

Nope. Just inside was off limits. Outside was fair game. It was a real shame, because as your photo demonstrates there are some lovely opportunities there.

**THoog** · 08-31-2016, 07:11 PM

Were you using a "pro" (i.e., large and black) camera?

From the Biltmore Estate website:

Photo Policy
Thank you for helping us preserve the integrity of the Biltmore name and image by cooperating with the following policies.

Inside Biltmore House:
Taking photographs by cell phone or cameras, without flash, is permitted on the self-guided tour for personal use only. No commercial photography is allowed. Photography is not permitted on specialty tours inside Biltmore House.

Video cameras, tripods, monopods, selfie sticks, or any other photography equipment are not allowed inside Biltmore House. For the safety and convenience of all guests, group photos must be taken outside of Biltmore House.

Outside Biltmore House:
Taking photographs of the exterior of Biltmore House and grounds or sketching images of the house or estate grounds is permitted for personal use only. All commercial uses are prohibited without express written consent. Recording, filming, photography, or taping of any concert is strictly prohibited.

Drones & Aerial Photography:
Use of unmanned aerial vehicles or drones while on Biltmore property is prohibited. Aerial photography of Biltmore House is prohibited without written consent.

Commercial Photography:
All commercial uses of photography or video is prohibited without written permission.

Wedding Photography:
Taking wedding photography or portraits on the property is prohibited without previous written permission.

Venom3300 · 09-01-2016, 01:32 AM

Originally posted by THoog

Were you using a "pro" (i.e., large and black)

I was shooting a canon 50D at the time. I guess they considered it pro enough lol

**robgski** · 09-01-2016, 01:48 AM

I suppose their policy changed a little in two years, that's good news for photographers, and a smart idea for the Biltmore. Traveler's recommendations on sites like TripAdvisor are influential, and even more so when accompanied by a few good photos. Once people see a shot on a website like the OP has posted here, they are more likely to want to see it in person.

I completely understand the restriction on flash photography and commercial photography. I've even been to places outside the US where they charge a small fee for bringing in your own camera, and I pay it gladly, especially if it's a once in a lifetime visit.

**henrikpedersen33** · 07-09-2018, 08:15 AM

Originally posted by trm2103

Me, again. Here's a color shot from inside the Biltmore estate.

Cheers!

A very well symmetric composed shot. Very nice.

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trm2103 New Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Florida Posts: 24 Original Poster	Originally posted by Adam The symmetry and colors work well, IMO. However, I find the lower-right corner to be distracting. Adam, Thank you for your feedback. I agree with your assessment of the bottom right corner, but I'm still a greenhorn regarding Lightroom and haven't figured out how to clean it up yet. I'll keep working on it. Thanks again. Tyler

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robgski Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Shenandoah Valley, Virginia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 8,816	Nice shot, I need to make it down that way and see it in person.

08-31-2016, 06:10 AM	#5
trm2103 New Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Florida Posts: 24 Original Poster	Originally posted by robgski Nice shot, I need to make it down that way and see it in person. Thank you! You should definitely head that way if you can. My wife and I made our way over there on our honeymoon and it was well worth the drive. We didn't visit the winery due to time constraints, although it was included in our admission. I highly recommend the audio tour and grabbing a bite at the stable restaurant on property. Have a great day! Tyler

08-31-2016, 07:37 AM	#6
Venom3300 Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Posts: 714	Nice shot. I took a picture from about that exact spot Adams was quickly told I wasn't allowed to take pictures. I guess I was their nine dollar an hour employee with a Canon rebel out of a job...

08-31-2016, 08:40 AM	#7
trm2103 New Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Florida Posts: 24 Original Poster	Originally posted by Venom3300: was quickly told I wasn't allowed to take pictures. Really? When did you visit?

08-31-2016, 08:52 AM	#8
Venom3300 Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Posts: 714	Originally posted by trm2103 Really? When did you visit? Jan of 2014... I think

08-31-2016, 09:03 AM	#9
trm2103 New Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Florida Posts: 24 Original Poster	Originally posted by Venom3300 Jan of 2014... I think Curious. I was there last month and was told photos were allowed sans flash. Did they give you trouble anywhere else on the estate?

08-31-2016, 05:07 PM	#10
Venom3300 Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Posts: 714	Originally posted by trm2103 Curious. I was there last month and was told photos were allowed sans flash. Did they give you trouble anywhere else on the estate? Nope. Just inside was off limits. Outside was fair game. It was a real shame, because as your photo demonstrates there are some lovely opportunities there.

08-31-2016, 07:11 PM	#11
THoog Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: North Carolina Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 3,685	Were you using a "pro" (i.e., large and black) camera? From the Biltmore Estate website: Photo Policy Thank you for helping us preserve the integrity of the Biltmore name and image by cooperating with the following policies. Inside Biltmore House: Taking photographs by cell phone or cameras, without flash, is permitted on the self-guided tour for personal use only. No commercial photography is allowed. Photography is not permitted on specialty tours inside Biltmore House. Video cameras, tripods, monopods, selfie sticks, or any other photography equipment are not allowed inside Biltmore House. For the safety and convenience of all guests, group photos must be taken outside of Biltmore House. Outside Biltmore House: Taking photographs of the exterior of Biltmore House and grounds or sketching images of the house or estate grounds is permitted for personal use only. All commercial uses are prohibited without express written consent. Recording, filming, photography, or taping of any concert is strictly prohibited. Drones & Aerial Photography: Use of unmanned aerial vehicles or drones while on Biltmore property is prohibited. Aerial photography of Biltmore House is prohibited without written consent. Commercial Photography: All commercial uses of photography or video is prohibited without written permission. Wedding Photography: Taking wedding photography or portraits on the property is prohibited without previous written permission.

09-01-2016, 01:32 AM	#12
Venom3300 Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Posts: 714	Originally posted by THoog Were you using a "pro" (i.e., large and black) I was shooting a canon 50D at the time. I guess they considered it pro enough lol

09-01-2016, 01:48 AM	#13
robgski Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Shenandoah Valley, Virginia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 8,816	I suppose their policy changed a little in two years, that's good news for photographers, and a smart idea for the Biltmore. Traveler's recommendations on sites like TripAdvisor are influential, and even more so when accompanied by a few good photos. Once people see a shot on a website like the OP has posted here, they are more likely to want to see it in person. I completely understand the restriction on flash photography and commercial photography. I've even been to places outside the US where they charge a small fee for bringing in your own camera, and I pay it gladly, especially if it's a once in a lifetime visit.

07-09-2018, 08:15 AM	#14
henrikpedersen33 Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: Roskilde, Denmark Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,625	Originally posted by trm2103 Me, again. Here's a color shot from inside the Biltmore estate. Cheers! A very well symmetric composed shot. Very nice.