Temple Of Athena - Peeking Out
by Janet Marie
Title
Temple Of Athena - Peeking Out
Artist
Janet Marie
Medium
Photograph - Photography
Description
As we are making our way to the monumental entrance to the Acropolis, our personal guide is sharing much information about this historic place in Athens, Greece (continually saying we can take all the pictures we want on the way back, WRONG, he doesn't know photographers does he). But I was most interested in capturing what I could, as I really didn't know what I was truly in for. Everything you see changes with time and perspective, as with this, getting ever closer the entrance.
Not knowing what this was when I decided to photograph it, I loved the way this ancient marble structure was peeking up above the Acropolis wall. Framed by the trees was an extra bonus for me.
Come to find out, this is the "Temple of Athena Nike," the smallest structure on the Athenian Acropolis. Built to honor Athena Nike, the goddess of victory, it stood as a shrine to Athensโ patron goddess, and also acted as a symbol of Athensโ military and political strength.
It was completed around 420 B.C.E., built with Poros limestone and faced with marble. As can be seen here from this perspective, it was surrounded by a sort of guardrail or parapet that would keep Athenians, and other visitors from falling off the Acropolis.
๐Itโs with heARTfelt Appreciation and Thanks to the Administrators for these HOMEPAGE FEATURES in their Art Group๐
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February 12th, 2019
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Janet Marie
Bob! Thank you for the Homepage Feature in your art group, New FAA Uploads 1 Per day. I truly appreciate this special recognition of my photography.
Janet Marie
Bob! Thank you for the HOMEPAGE in your wonderful Art Group, โYOUR VERY BEST PHOTOGRAPHY!โ I am most appreciative to have my artwork recognized in this special way. I truly appreciate it! Janet๐
Tatiana Travelways
Congratulations - Your beautiful artwork has been featured in the "Travel Art" group! For further promotion, you can post it to the specific Travel Destinations galleries, our Facebook group and our Pinterest board - all the links are provided on our group's homepage: https://fineartamerica.com/groups/1-travel-art.html * You are also invited to post it to our group's blog: travelartpix.com for worldwide exposure!
Janet Marie replied:
Tatiana! Thank you for stopping by to Congratulate me for the Homepage Feature in your wonderful art group, Travel Art. I delighted to have my photography be recognized in this special way. I really appreciate it!
Janet Marie
Romuald! Thank you for the HOMEPAGE FEATURE in your wonderful Art Group, "ARTS FANTASTIC WORLD!" I am honored to have my artwork recognized in this special way. I truly appreciate it! Janet ๐
Janet Marie
Judy! Thank you for the HOMEPAGE FEATURE in your wonderful Art Group, "WHATS NEW!" I am honored to have my artwork recognized in this special way. I truly appreciate it! Janet ๐
Janet Marie
Doug! Thank you for the HOMEPAGE FEATURE in your wonderful Art Group, "NIKON FULL FRAME CAMERAS!" I am honored to have my artwork recognized in this special way. I truly appreciate it! Janet ๐
Jerry Bokowski
Whatta day that was, Janet. Buildings done before the first century. Very nice POV here!....fav / like
Janet Marie replied:
It was a most marvelous day indeed, to view history of the past. I appreciate you being the first person to comment on this. I am delighted that you have appreciation for the perspective I decided to use. It seemed we walked forever to get to the entrance of the Acropolis. When you have never visited a place before and are not sure what awaits you, it can be overwhelming to know what to capture. Considering everything, I am pleased at what I was able to photograph. It was hot, crowded, and due to the humidity, a lot of haze in the air. The photographer has to take what they can though. I truly appreciate you choosing this as one of your favorites and your words of encouragement. Thank you for that. ๐๐๐๐
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