CENTRAL MEAT MARKET

ATHENS

Image Number 441

The hectic, colourful Athens agora (market; also referred to as the Varvakios Agora) is the highlight of the vibrant Athinas market district. It’s a sensory and gastronomic delight, with an amazing range of olives, spices, cheeses and deli treats. The historic meat market, with hanging carcasses illuminated by swinging light bulbs, is a surreal highlight. The fish market has an astonishing range of local and imported fish.  

TECHNICAL NOTES

The image was taken with a hand held Phase One 645 Camera at ISO 800. Exposure of 1/549th second and aperture F2.8.   45mm Phase One lens with focal plane shutter.   The image was captured on a Phase One IQ180 80 megapixel digital back.  

SKIATHOS TOWN

SKIATHOS, GREECE

Image Number 438

Skiathos is a small Greek island in the northwest Aegean Sea. Skiathos is the westernmost island in the Northern Sporades group.  In the 14th century the inhabitants moved the capital to Kastro (the Greek word for castle), located on a high rock at the northernmost part of the island.  After the War of Independence and demise of piracy in the Aegean, Kastro became less important as a strategic location. In 1830s, the island's capital was moved backto the original site — where it remains. Today, theruins of Kastro are a tourist attraction. During the 19th century Skiathos became an important shipbuilding centre due to the pine forests on the island.  A small shipwright remains north of Skiathos Town, which still builds traditional Greek fishing boats.

TECHNICAL NOTES

The image was taken with a tripod-mounted Phase One 645 Camera at ISO 35. Exposure of 1/180th of a second and aperture F10.   150mm Schneider Kreuznach lens with leaf shutter.   The image was captured on a Phase One IQ180 80 megapixel digital back.  

KASTRO

SKIATHOS, GREECE

Image Number 437

Skiathos is a small Greek island in the northwest Aegean Sea. Skiathos is the westernmost island in the Northern Sporades group.  In the 14th century the inhabitants moved the capital to Kastro (the Greek word for castle), located on a high rock at the northernmost part of the island.  It is separated from the mainland by a drawbridge. After the War of Independence and demise of piracy in the Aegean, Kastro became less important as a strategic location. In the 1830s, the island's capital was moved backto the original site — where it remains. Today, theruins of Kastro are a tourist attraction. It is said to be one of the most intact medieval fortress towns in the world. 

During the 19th century Skiathos became an important shipbuilding centre due to the pine forests on the island.  A small shipwright remains north of Skiathos Town, which still builds traditional Greek fishing boats.

TECHNICAL NOTES

The image was taken with a tripod-mounted Phase One 645 Camera at ISO 35. Exposure of 1/100th of a second and aperture F10.   150mm Schneider Kreuznach lens with leaf shutter.   The image was captured on a Phase One IQ180 80 megapixel digital back.  

THE OLD PORT

SKIATHOS, GREECE

Image Number 436

Skiathos is a small Greek island in the northwest Aegean Sea. Skiathos is the westernmost island in the Northern Sporades group.  In the 14th century the inhabitants moved the capital to Kastro (the Greek word for castle), located on a high rock at the northernmost part of the island.  After the War of Independence and demise of piracy in the Aegean, Kastro became less important as a strategic location. In 1830s, the island's capital was moved backto the original site — where it remains. Today, theruins of Kastro are a tourist attraction. During the 19th century Skiathos became an important shipbuilding centre due to the pine forests on the island.  A small shipwright remains north of Skiathos Town, which still builds traditional Greek fishing boats.

TECHNICAL NOTES

The image was taken with a tripod-mounted Phase One 645 Camera at ISO 100. Exposure of 1/640 th second and aperture F46.3.   45mm Phase One lens with focal plane shutter.   The image was captured on a Phase One IQ180 80 megapixel digital back.  

COAST

SKIATHOS, GREECE

Image Number 433

Skiathos is a small Greek island in the northwest Aegean Sea. Skiathos is the westernmost island in the Northern Sporades group.  In the 14th century the inhabitants moved the capital to Kastro (the Greek word for castle), located on a high rock at the northernmost part of the island.  After the War of Independence and demise of piracy in the Aegean, Kastro became less important as a strategic location. In 1830s, the island's capital was moved backto the original site — where it remains. Today, theruins of Kastro are a tourist attraction. During the 19th century Skiathos became an important shipbuilding centre due to the pine forests on the island.  A small shipwright remains north of Skiathos Town, which still builds traditional Greek fishing boats.

TECHNICAL NOTES

The image was taken with a tripod-mounted Phase One 645 Camera at ISO 35. Exposure of 1/13thof a second and aperture F22.   80 mm Schneider Kreuznach lens with leaf shutter.   The image was captured on a Phase One IQ180 80 megapixel digital back.  

D

SAINT PETER

PORT OF VOLOS, CENTRAL GREECE

Image Number 422

Volos is a port city on the east coast of the Greek mainland, situated midway between Athens and Thessaloniki. Modern Volos is a relatively new city. It is mainly built on the area of the ancient city of Iolcus.  Iolcus was the homeland of the mythical ancient Greek hero, Jason. This is also where he and the Argonauts began their voyage on their ship, the Argo, in search of the Golden Fleece. A replica of the Argo can be seen on the waterfront of Volos, The waterfront consists of a car-free promenade, lined with an exceptional number of café-bars. Summertime evenings spent on the waterfront are particularly enjoyable, as you can take a pleasantly warm stroll along the promenade.  You will also find yourself walking alongside the numerous sailing boats and a small number of traditional fishing boats that dock there.

TECHNICAL NOTES

The image was taken with a tripod-mounted Phase One 645 Camera at ISO 35. Exposure of 1/100thof a second and aperture F4.   80 mm Schneider Kreuznach lens with leaf shutter.   The image was captured on a Phase One IQ180 80 megapixel digital back.  

FISHING BOATS

VOLOS PORT, CENTRAL GREECE

Image Number 421

Volos is a port city on the east coast of the Greek mainland, situated midway between Athens and Thessaloniki. Modern Volos is a relatively new city. It is mainly built on the area of the ancient city of Iolcus.  Iolcus was the homeland of the mythical ancient Greek hero, Jason. This is also where he and the Argonauts began their voyage on their ship, the Argo, in search of the Golden Fleece. A replica of the Argo can be seen on the waterfront of Volos, The waterfront consists of a car-free promenade, lined with an exceptional number of café-bars. Summertime evenings spent on the waterfront are particularly enjoyable, as you can take a pleasantly warm stroll along the promenade.  You will also find yourself walking alongside the numerous sailing boats and a small number of traditional fishing boats that dock there.

TECHNICAL NOTES

The image was taken with a tripod-mounted Phase One 645 Camera at ISO 35. Exposure of 1/250thof a second and aperture F4.5.   28mm Schneider Kreuznach wide angle lens with leaf shutter.   The image was captured on a Phase One IQ180 80 megapixel digital back.  

CHARTER BOATS

VOLOS, CENTRAL GREECE

Image Numbers 418 and 419

Volos is a port city on the east coast of the Greek mainland, situated midway between Athens and Thessaloniki. Modern Volos is a relatively new city. It is mainly built on the area of the ancient city of Iolcus.  Iolcus was the homeland of the mythical ancient Greek hero, Jason. This is also where he and the Argonauts began their voyage on their ship, the Argo, in search of the Golden Fleece. A replica of the Argo can be seen on the waterfront of Volos, The waterfront consists of a car-free promenade, lined with an exceptional number of café-bars. Summertime evenings spent on the waterfront are particularly enjoyable, as you can take a pleasantly warm stroll along the promenade.  You will also find yourself walking alongside the numerous sailing boats and a small number of traditional fishing boats that dock there.

TECHNICAL NOTES

Image 418 (top)

The image was taken with a tripod-mounted Phase One 645 Camera at ISO 35. Exposure of 1/20thof a second and aperture F16.   80mm Schneider Kreuznach lens with leaf shutter.   The image was captured on a Phase One IQ180 80 megapixel digital back.  

Image 419 (bottom)

The image was taken with a tripod-mounted Phase One 645 Camera at ISO 35. Exposure of 1/15thof a second and aperture F16.   80mm Schneider Kreuznach lens with leaf shutter.   The image was captured on a Phase One IQ180 80 megapixel digital back.  

 

 

 

FISHING FAMILY

PORT OF VOLOS, GREECE

Image Number 420

Volos is a port city on the east coast of the Greek mainland, situated midway between Athens and Thessaloniki. Modern Volos is a relatively new city. It is mainly built on the area of the ancient city of Iolcus.  Iolcus was the homeland of the mythical ancient Greek hero, Jason. This is also where he and the Argonauts began their voyage on their ship, the Argo, in search of the Golden Fleece. A replica of the Argo can be seen on the waterfront of Volos, The waterfront consists of a car-free promenade, lined with an exceptional number of café-bars. Summertime evenings spent on the waterfront are particularly enjoyable, as you can take a pleasantly warm stroll along the promenade.  You will also find yourself walking alongside the numerous sailing boats and private yachts that dock there.

TECHNICAL NOTES

The image was taken with a tripod-mounted Phase One 645 Camera at ISO 35. Exposure of 1/40thof a second and aperture F7.1.   150mm Schneider Kreuznach lens with 2X teleconverter.   The image was captured on a Phase One IQ180 80 megapixel digital back.  

TREE

CENTRAL GREECE

Image Number 412

This tree, captured on a misty morning was situated on a cliff adjacent to the small Monastery Church of "Timios Stavros" in Doliana-Trikala in central Greece about 80 klm from Meteroa.  

TECHNICAL NOTES

The image was taken with a tripod-mounted Phase One 645 Camera at ISO 35. Exposure of 1/111th second and aperture F4.5.   45mm Phase One lens with focal plane shutter.   The image was captured on a Phase One IQ180 80 megapixel digital back.  

MONASTERY OF TIMIOS STAVROS

CENTRAL GREECE

Image Numbers 409, 410. 411

The small Monastery Church of "Timios Stavros" in Doliana-Trikala is located in central Greece about 80 klm from Meteroa.  The church has 13 domes and is among the most remarkable Greek Byzantine churches.  It was built in the end of 17th century, in basilica order, and it consists of three aisles. It initially functioned as a monastery but it was abandoned in 1924.   It has recently been restored with assistance from the European Community.

TECHNICAL NOTES

Image Number 411 (top)

The image was taken with a tripod-mounted Phase One 645 Camera at ISO 400. Exposure of 1.6 th seconds and aperture F4.5.   28mm Schneider Kreuznach lens wide angle with leaf shutter.   The image was captured on a Phase One IQ180 80 megapixel digital back.  

Image Number 410 (middle)

The image was taken with a tripod-mounted Phase One 645 Camera at ISO 400. Exposure of 1.6 th seconds and aperture F4.5.   28mm Schneider Kreuznach lens wide angle with leaf shutter.   The image was captured on a Phase One IQ180 80 megapixel digital back.  

Image Number 409 (bottom)

The image was taken with a tripod-mounted Phase One 645 Camera at ISO 200. Exposure of 1.6 th seconds and aperture F4.5.   28mm Schneider Kreuznach lens wide angle with leaf shutter.   The image was captured on a Phase One IQ180 80 megapixel digital back.  

 

MONASTERY OF TIMIOS STAVROS

CENTRAL GREECE

Image Number 408

The small Monastery Church of "Timios Stavros" in Doliana-Trikala is located in central Greece about 80 klm from Meteroa.  The church has 13 domes and is among the most remarkable Greek Byzantine churches.  It was built in the end of 17th century, in basilica order, and it consists of three aisles. It initially functioned as a monastery but it was abandoned in 1924.   It has recently been restored with assistance from the European Community.

TECHNICAL NOTES

The image was taken with a tripod-mounted Phase One 645 Camera at ISO 100. Exposure of 1/69th second and aperture F5.6.   45mm Phase One lens with focal plane shutter.   The image was captured on a Phase One IQ180 80 megapixel digital back.  

 

ROADSIDE SHRINE

KASTRAKI, CENTRAL GREECE

Image Number 407

Road side shrines abound in Greece.  Originally built to facilitate pilgrims, they increasingly evolved into small family chapels. More recently they are being built to commemorate road accident victims.  This shrine overlooks the village of Kastraki in central Greece, amidst the monoliths of Meteora.

TECHNICAL NOTES

The image was taken with a tripod-mounted Phase One 645 Camera at ISO 45. Exposure of 1/5th of a second and aperture F14.   80mm Schneider Kreuznach lens with leaf shutter.   The image was captured on a Phase One IQ180 80 megapixel digital back.  

 

ROUSANOU MONASTERY

METEORA, CENTRAL GREECE

Image Number 414

The Metéora, literally "middle of the sky", is one of the largest and most important complexes of Greek Orthodox monasteries in Greece, second only to Mount Athos. The six monasteries are built on natural sandstone rock pillars in central Greece. The Metéora is included on the UNESCO World Heritage List.   In the 9th century AD, hermit monks, seeking a retreat from the expanding Turkish occupation, found the inaccessible rock pillars of Meteora to be an ideal refuge. More than 20 monasteries were built, beginning in the 14th century.  Until the 17th century, the primary means of conveying goods and people from these eyries was by means of baskets and ropes. Six monasteries remain today.  Each monastery has fewer than 10 inhabitants.  The Monastery of Rousanou was built in the 16th century.

TECHNICAL NOTES

The image was taken with a tripod-mounted Phase One 645 Camera at ISO 35. Exposure of 1/80th second and aperture F5.   45mm Phase One lens with focal plane shutter.   The image was captured on a Phase One IQ180 80 megapixel digital back.  

ROUSANOU MONASTERY

METEORA, CENTRAL GREECE

Image Number 413

The Metéora, literally "middle of the sky", is one of the largest and most important complexes of Greek Orthodox monasteries in Greece, second only to Mount Athos. The six monasteries are built on natural sandstone rock pillars in central Greece. The Metéora is included on the UNESCO World Heritage List.   In the 9th century AD, hermit monks, seeking a retreat from the expanding Turkish occupation, found the inaccessible rock pillars of Meteora to be an ideal refuge. More than 20 monasteries were built, beginning in the 14th century.  Until the 17th century, the primary means of conveying goods and people from these eyries was by means of baskets and ropes. Six monasteries remain today.  Each monastery has fewer than 10 inhabitants.  The Monastery of Rousanou was built in the 16th century.

TECHNICAL NOTES

The image was taken with a tripod-mounted Phase One 645 Camera at ISO 35. Exposure of 1/60th second and aperture F5.   45mm Phase One lens with focal plane shutter.   The image was captured on a Phase One IQ180 80 megapixel digital back.  

VARLAAM MONASTERY

METEORA, CENTRAL GREECE

Image Number 417

The Metéora, literally "middle of the sky", is one of the largest and most important complexes of Greek Orthodox monasteries in Greece, second only to Mount Athos. The six monasteries are built on natural sandstone rock pillars in central Greece. The Metéora is included on the UNESCO World Heritage List.   In the 9th century AD, hermit monks, seeking a retreat from the expanding Turkish occupation, found the inaccessible rock pillars of Meteora to be an ideal refuge. More than 20 monasteries were built, beginning in the 14th century.  Until the 17th century, the primary means of conveying goods and people from these eyries was by means of baskets and ropes. Six monasteries remain today.  Each monastery has fewer than 10 inhabitants.  The Holy Monastery of Varlaam – The Holy Monastery of Varlaam is the second largest monastery in the Metéora complex. It was built in 1541.    Beyond it is the Monastery of the Holy Trinity (1475).

TECHNICAL NOTES

The image was taken with a tripod-mounted Phase One 645 Camera at ISO 35. Exposure of 1/3of a second and aperture F14.   80mm Schneider Kreuznach lens with leaf shutter.   The image was captured on a Phase One IQ180 80 megapixel digital back.  

MONASTERY OF ST. NICHOLAS ANAPOUSAS

METEORA, CENTRAL GREECE

Image Number 406

The Metéora, literally "middle of the sky", is one of the largest and most important complexes of Greek Orthodox monasteries in Greece, second only to Mount Athos. The six monasteries are built on natural sandstone rock pillars in central Greece. The Metéora is included on the UNESCO World Heritage List.   In the 9th century AD, hermit monks, seeking a retreat from the expanding Turkish occupation, found the inaccessible rock pillars of Meteora to be an ideal refuge. More than 20 monasteries were built, beginning in the 14th century.  Until the 17th century, the primary means of conveying goods and people from these eyries was by means of baskets and ropes. Six monasteries remain today.  Each monastery has fewer than 10 inhabitants.  The Monastery of St Nicholas Anapousas was built in the 16th century.

TECHNICAL NOTES

The image was taken with a tripod-mounted Phase One 645 Camera at ISO 35. Exposure of 1/6 of a second and aperture F14.   150mm Schneider Kreuznach lens with leaf shutter.   The image was captured on a Phase One IQ180 80 megapixel digital back.  

ROUSANOU MONASTERY

METEORA, CENTRAL GREECE

Image Number 405

The Metéora, literally "middle of the sky", is one of the largest and most important complexes of Greek Orthodox monasteries in Greece, second only to Mount Athos. The six monasteries are built on natural sandstone rock pillars in central Greece. The Metéora is included on the UNESCO World Heritage List.   In the 9th century AD, hermit monks, seeking a retreat from the expanding Turkish occupation, found the inaccessible rock pillars of Meteora to be an ideal refuge. More than 20 monasteries were built, beginning in the 14th century.  Until the 17th century, the primary means of conveying goods and people from these eyries was by means of baskets and ropes. Six monasteries remain today.  Each monastery has fewer than 10 inhabitants.  The Monastery of Rousanou was built in the 16th century.

TECHNICAL NOTES

The image was taken with a tripod-mounted Phase One 645 Camera at ISO 35. Exposure of 1/3 of a second and aperture F14.   150mm Schneider Kreuznach lens with leaf shutter.   The image was captured on a Phase One IQ180 80 megapixel digital back.  

VARLAAM MONASTERY

METEORA, CENTRAL GREECE

Image Number 403

The Metéora, literally "middle of the sky", is one of the largest and most important complexes of Greek Orthodox monasteries in Greece, second only to Mount Athos. The six monasteries are built on natural sandstone rock pillars in central Greece. The Metéora is included on the UNESCO World Heritage List.   In the 9th century AD, hermit monks, seeking a retreat from the expanding Turkish occupation, found the inaccessible rock pillars of Meteora to be an ideal refuge. More than 20 monasteries were built, beginning in the 14th century.  Until the 17th century, the primary means of conveying goods and people from these eyries was by means of baskets and ropes. Six monasteries remain today.  Each monastery has fewer than 10 inhabitants.  The Holy Monastery of Varlaam – The Holy Monastery of Varlaam is the second largest monastery in the Metéora complex. It was built in 1541.   

TECHNICAL NOTES

The image was taken with a tripod-mounted Phase One 645 Camera at ISO 35. Exposure of 4/5ths of a second and aperture F12.   150mm Schneider Kreuznach lens with leaf shutter.   The image was captured on a Phase One IQ180 80 megapixel digital back.  

VARLAAM MONASTERY

METEORA, CENTRAL GREECE

Image Number 402

The Metéora, literally "middle of the sky", is one of the largest and most important complexes of Greek Orthodox monasteries in Greece, second only to Mount Athos. The six monasteries are built on natural sandstone rock pillars in central Greece. The Metéora is included on the UNESCO World Heritage List.   In the 9th century AD, hermit monks, seeking a retreat from the expanding Turkish occupation, found the inaccessible rock pillars of Meteora to be an ideal refuge. More than 20 monasteries were built, beginning in the 14th century.  Until the 17th century, the primary means of conveying goods and people from these eyries was by means of baskets and ropes. Six monasteries remain today.  Each monastery has fewer than 10 inhabitants.  The Holy Monastery of Varlaam – The Holy Monastery of Varlaam is the second largest monastery in the Metéora complex. It was built in 1541.    Beyond it is the Monastery of the Holy Trinity (1475).

TECHNICAL NOTES

The image was taken with a tripod-mounted Phase One 645 Camera at ISO 35. Exposure of2seconds and aperture F10.   45mm Phase One lens with focal plane shutter.   The image was captured on a Phase One IQ180 80 megapixel digital back.