Quote Originally Posted by ksbryan0 View Post
I see what your intent is with this image, and I think the subject can work to make the statement you're after, but to me the castle is almost too bright and clean. I'd suggest darkening the bright spots on the structure, and maybe come down -1 or more EV on the entire scene. Some low lying mist or haze would add to the mood you're looking for here. Also, the building seems to be leaning to the right a little bit, so you may want to straight it out a tad. If this is a site you can return to, you might look for similar opportunities shooting through the gate on the left side of the castle...from here, it looks like it has a foreboding appearance!
thanks for the reply and comprehensive advice. i can't shoot from the gate sadly as its closed off and on a very steep incline. the lean on the building is the building being not straight as the lampost near it shows, but whichever way i do it it doesn't seem right due to the lay of the building. i like the shot dark too but thought most would not, so will have a play and maybe darken it a touch and repost. thank you.