Derek Henderson, Photographer, Sydney

Description

Chillon Castle stands on the banks of Lake Geneva, Switzerland, set against a grey cloudy sky. The medieval fortress is constructed of light brown stone with red shutters on the windows. The architecture includes a tall, round turret, several buildings with terracotta-colored roofs, and a stone wall in the foreground. The vegetation includes dark green bushes. In the background, snow-capped mountains add a sense of depth and scale to the scene. The lighting is soft, and overcast, which gives the scene a tranquil, timeless quality.