The wonders of colour correction

I don't usually tweak my photos but I've successfully applied some colour correction to a photograph I took nearly four weeks ago. This is Shadow coming out of Calcutt Top Lock at dusk on new year's day. To get enough exposure the shutter was open for a few seconds. I'm resting the camera on the balance beam to steady it.


Here is the same shot with colour correction:


And this is why a tripod is recommended for long exposure times: the camera shake is especially noticeable on the lights in the background.


I like the illusion these pics give of a fast-moving narrowboat!