Photographer's Note
Swiss Guards is the name given to the Swiss soldiers who have served as bodyguards, ceremonial guards, and palace guards at foreign European courts since the late 15th century. In contemporary usage it refers to the Pontifical Swiss Guard of Vatican City. They have generally had a high reputation for discipline and loyalty to their employers. Apart from household and guard units, some formations have also served as fighting troops; regular Swiss mercenary regiments served as line troops in various armies, notably those of France, Spain and Naples up to the 19th century.
Various units of Swiss Guards have existed for hundreds of years. The earliest such detachment was the Swiss Hundred Guard (Cent-Garde) at the French court (1497 – 1830). This small force was complemented in 1567 by a Swiss Guard regiment. The Papal Swiss Guard in the Vatican was founded in 1506 and is the only Swiss Guard that still exists. In the 18th century several other Swiss Guards existed for periods in various European courts.
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batalay
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(41261) 2009-12-06 13:47
Hello Asa
A wonderful shot, with good lighting and resolution. The informative note is a welcome.
Warm regards,
Bulent
PixelTerror
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(0) 2009-12-06 22:02
Hi Asa
Classical Vatican image, little bit bright on the right, now it reminds me of the Angels & Demons movie...
have a nice day JY
snunney
(130967) 2009-12-07 1:00
Hello Asa,
A great capture of this Swiss Guard resplendent in his traditional uniform. The composition is well framed and makes good use of the vertical format. The light is perfect to bring out the vibrant orange tones in the uniform. Excellent sharpness. Useful note as well.
jhm
(202871) 2009-12-07 3:41
Hello Asa,
Lovely image about the Swiss soldiers of the vatican in Rome.
Thank you very much for ,the interesting note.
Composition and presentation are very nice for look at. TFS.
Best regards,
John.
Cretense
(68709) 2009-12-07 4:02
Hello Asa!
Great photo, excellent portrait of a member of the famous Swiss Guard in Vatican! Great composition and framing, great light management, beautiful colours!
Hercules
Budapestman
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(82620) 2009-12-07 4:37
Hi Asa,
a superb portrait of this guard with attractive composition, I like the classical historical clothing, the colours and lights are very nice. Tfs! Have a nice week!
George
papagolf21
(152599) 2009-12-07 4:54
Bonjour, cher Asa,
Une photo trθs intιressante (c'est la premiθre fois que je vois un garde Suisse en faction) !
L'uniforme ne semble pas avoir changι depuis des siθcles !
Belle mise en image.
Merci du partage.
Amitiιs.
Philippe
pierrefonds
(103424) 2009-12-07 5:26
Hi Asa,
You have captured well the serious expression of the guard. The point of view is showing the details and colors of his uniform. It is clear and sharp. It is well framed. Have a nice day.
Pierre
jlbrthnn
(76041) 2009-12-07 5:38
Hello Asa,
It is advised to be careful at the time of the catch, not to offend keeps it, because its halberd seems authentic and dangerous:) the colors are put forward by tons gray moreover photograph. The image is balanced and clear. Cheer.
Have a nice day
Cordially
Joλl
jplebrun
(21208) 2009-12-07 5:44
Bonjour Asa
trθs belle photo de ce garde Suisse bien ΰ son poste de garde, j'aime bien la note qui vient avec .
Amitiιs
Jean-Pierre
saxo042
(38078) 2009-12-07 9:14
Hi Asa,
This is indeed a verticala capture! All the lines here follow this format and firthermore, the colours are very good and attractive too. But he doesn΄t seem to enjoy being on TE!
Kind regards
Gunnar
gunbud
(34066) 2009-12-07 19:50
Hi Asa,
Wonderful shot of this iconic guard.
The colors and lines of his uniform are magnificent.
His expression properly serious which makes one not to be on the business end of that impressive spear.
Very informative histoic note.
Regards, Tom
emka
(152102) 2009-12-07 23:24
Hi Asa,
Nice shot of the colourful traditional warden. Nice composition in vibrant colours.
Regards
Malgorzata
Longroute
(19600) 2009-12-08 1:50
A fine capture Asa!
An essential and very harmonious composition. The colourful uniform of the guard contrasts wonderfully with the paler background. A good light gave you fine colours and an excellent clarity.
A classic and ever green shot.
Best regards,
Donato
wolf38
(30) 2009-12-08 2:53
Hello Asa. The photo and skillfully realized complement the informative text is very good. For me this is a perfect photo for the TE. Well done and worth seeing. Regards, Wolfgang.
gilbertom
(2426) 2009-12-09 5:20
Hello Asa:
Good shot, the guard seems to enjoy his job.
Best Regards,
Gilberto.
gildasjan
(43826) 2009-12-09 7:01
Bonjour Asa
La couleur de la tenue de ce garse crιe un contraste qi flashe avec les murs blancs.Le sujet est parfaitement net.
Bonne journιe
Amicalement
gildas
AiresSantos
(56155) 2009-12-10 5:31
Hi Asa
Nice portrait of the Swiss Guards
Fine POV and colours
Have a nice day
Aires
paololg
(31448) 2009-12-12 14:56
Ciao dear Asa,
meaningful image of a symbol of the City of the Vatican. The only difference between the soldiers of other States and these soldiers of the Vatican, is the weapons, the same of 500 years ago. For the Swiss families, to have a son in the Swiss Guards, in the Vatican, is a great honor. Excellent photo, compliments!
Ciao, have a nice Sunday!
Paolo
macondo
(20449) 2009-12-14 4:02
Hi Asa.
I like this recent upload for its apparent simplicity and pleasing arrangement of angles and surfaces, as well as the way the guard's tunic stands out in contrast with the greyish tones of his setting. Almost a touch over-exposed on the right side, but the white stone must have been very reflective, and it's better to have brought out the detail in shadowy areas, especially the inside of the shelter. Good note, too.
Regards,
Andrew
ktanska
(40013) 2009-12-15 0:11
Hi Asa,
Cool portrait, no fooling around with this guy...
Interesting to see how that hut is designed to fit that spear. Good backlit exposure. Interesting note too.
Kari
mikolaj_kawa
(0) 2009-12-15 0:49
Hello Asa! Wonderful guard. Amazing scene. Interesting background. Good contrast. Very good exposure and capture. Well done!
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(18457) 2009-12-15 6:19
Hello
I've heard of the Swiss Guard are the best soldiers in the world, but why have such ridiculous costumes. Very cool composition and great colors. Excellent sharpness.Best regards
Joseph
Jakab
(3867) 2009-12-15 6:56
Hello Asa,
together with your informative note a good and fair memento to the Swiss Guards of the history. (I am especially glad that you did not mention the false assumption about the uniform of the Papal Guard - poor Michelangelo were innocent in this topic, of course.) And last not least a faultless photo, my compliments!
Laszlo
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(2) 2009-12-15 22:12
Hello Asa
Great image of the Swiss Guard at the Vatican in his very colourful uniform standing out in stark contrast to his surroundings.
The note is very informative, thank you for sharing.
Greetings from Australia
Kind regards
Peter
rodgerg
(55767) 2009-12-16 3:58
Hello Asa,
Very good vertical presentation of this Swiss guard. The color arise very well in the harmony of the BG. Very plesant play of shade too and expression of the guard very well collected.
Best regards,
Roger
John_F_Kennedy
(43797) 2009-12-16 4:44
Hello Asa,
I love this colourful traditional clothes. A very nice portrait of a typical guard. Well done.
Best wishes,
Achim
paura
(25802) 2009-12-22 16:48
Asa,
Absolutely uncommon the colored dress. Great compositon to show the interesting image, well done!
Regards
Paulo
francio64
(39888) 2009-12-30 5:56
Ciao Asa,
bel portrait su questa guardia svizzera, valorizzato dall'ottima scelta del taglio verticale.
Well done!
Have a wonderful 2010
Francesco
divail
(8334) 2010-01-14 17:22
Bonsoir Asa,
Trθs intιressante, ta photo du Garde Suisse. Quel costume ! et les couleurs sont nettes et belles.
Diane
Omorika
(538) 2010-02-26 9:35
Hello Asa,
A very informative note about the Swiss Guard. And a very interesting photo, the contrast between the colourful uniform and the background makes this a very interesting and dynamic photo. Well composed, the colours are nice and natural.
Greetings, Mira
delpeoples
(60326) 2010-03-12 3:31
Hi Asa, these guards look so impressive in all their finery. You really have captured this guard well. The image is nice and sharp and beautifully saturated despite the harsh light. Nice work, TFS and have a great day, Lisa
Photo Information
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Copyright: Asa Jernigan (asajernigan)
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- Medium: Έγχρωμο
- Date Taken: 2009-06-22
- Categories: Τελετή
- Camera: Canon EOS 50D, Canon 18-55 mm
- Έκθεση: f/9.0, 1/160 δευτερόλεπτα
- More Photo Info: view
- Έκδοση φωτογραφίας: Πρωτότυπη έκδοση
- Οδοιπορικό: Italy, Switzerland & France 2009
- Date Submitted: 2009-12-06 13:40
