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My project, "Urban Serendipity," has been on hold for the past few months. You might remember some of the earlier images I shared, which featured isolated figures in tunnels, escalators, or on stairs. This series explores individuals immersed in darkness, geometric patterns, and lines, capturing the sensation of being engulfed by the urban environment—whether it is modern or medieval, beautiful or decayed, well-maintained or falling apart.
During my brief stay in Lisbon, I captured several images that I believe are successful. The project still adheres to its original theme, but I’m now taking shots in Brussels, London, and Lisbon, and I’m excited to expand into other locations in the future!
This particular image was taken in São Paulo, a vibrant neighborhood in Lisbon. Located near the Tagus River, São Paulo combines historic charm with modern energy. It features iconic yellow trams, narrow streets, and a creative atmosphere that feels distinctly Lisbon.
Detalhe decorativo de uma coluna na igreja de Saint-Eustache, em Paris. A riqueza de cores e padrões geométricos realça o estilo gótico tardio, evidenciando influências renascentistas que marcam este imponente edifício do século XVI.
One of the most stunning features of Hearst Castle is the opulent Roman Pool, an indoor swimming pool that looks straight out of a palace from ancient times. This jaw-dropping masterpiece is located beneath the tennis courts and is modeled after the luxurious baths of ancient Rome. Adorned with intricate blue and gold mosaic tiles, the pool is a symbol of wealth and grandeur, capturing the imagination of anyone who visits.
Designed by architect Julia Morgan, the Roman Pool was completed in the mid-1920s and remains one of the most iconic aspects of Hearst Castle today. The small glass and gold tiles (tesserae) are laid out in mesmerizing geometric patterns, with the recurring motif of the ancient Greek key and several depictions of mythological figures, including Neptune and Nereid. The deep blue hue of the tiles combined with the pool’s dramatic lighting creates a surreal and reflective effect, making it seem almost otherworldly. Eight Roman-style statues guard the space, adding to the classical grandeur.
Each corner and detail in the pool was meticulously planned, down to the alabaster lamps that stand elegantly by the pool’s edge, casting a soft glow. The ceiling, though weathered over time, complements the lavishness of the pool with its ornate design.
Visiting Hearst Castle and seeing the Roman Pool is like stepping into a different era, a place where art, architecture, and opulence meet. For architecture buffs and those with a love for history, this pool is not just a swimming area—it's an artistic experience not to be missed.
I was in the mood for geometric patterns today. So, I shot this while downtown, near our City Hall.
You see that massively weird hunk of metal hanging off the side of the buidling? That is part of what is to be Edmonton's new Art Gallery.
Um, you be the judge. Because this jury, is out, and will remain out until opening day.
Blessings,
Sheree
One of the things I like about travelling is having the opportunity to do some urban photography, which I don't do very much at home. I don't feel very inspired by the buildings where I live but when I am elsewhere, they always seem to be so much more interesting.
❖ Thank you as always for your visits, appreciation and your comments
❖ Merci comme toujours de vos visites, vos appréciations et vos commentaires.
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This beautiful, stylised, Art Nouveau stained glass of a geometric pattern features in a window in an antiques and curios shop front along the busy shopping precinct of Hesse Street in the Victorian seaside town of Queenscliff.
My project, "Urban Serendipity," has been on hold for the past few months. You might remember some of the earlier images I shared, which featured isolated figures in tunnels, escalators, or on stairs. This series explores individuals immersed in darkness, geometric patterns, and lines, capturing the sensation of being engulfed by the urban environment—whether it is modern or medieval, beautiful or decayed, well-maintained or falling apart.
During my brief stay in Lisbon, I captured several images that I believe are successful. The project still adheres to its original theme, but I’m now taking shots in Brussels, London, and Lisbon, and I’m excited to expand into other locations in the future!
This particular image was taken in São Paulo, a vibrant neighborhood in Lisbon. Located near the Tagus River, São Paulo combines historic charm with modern energy. It features iconic yellow trams, narrow streets, and a creative atmosphere that feels distinctly Lisbon.
Ambition:
a willingness to strive for attainment or a strong desire to achieve a great task; typically requiring self determination and hard work.
Interior do Forte da Graça, em Elvas, destacando-se a cúpula central de traços geométricos e tons dourados. Nas paredes, encontram-se símbolos náuticos e militares, acompanhados de inscrições que evocam o espírito de honra e sacrifício. Este espaço reflete a grandiosidade e o propósito estratégico deste forte, uma obra-prima da engenharia militar do século XVIII e Património Mundial da UNESCO.
By photographing this glass building, I created a complex geometric dance between the physical structure and its reflections. The repeated patterns multiply through mirrored surfaces, creating an infinite architectural maze where reality and reflection become indistinguishable. The monochromatic treatment emphasizes this visual puzzle, transforming a modern facade into an abstract exploration of depth and repetition.
In creating this image, I wanted to strip architecture down to its purest geometric essence. By isolating this zigzag pattern against the empty sky, I aimed to transform a three-dimensional structure into an almost two-dimensional graphic composition. The deliberate framing—placing the pattern on the right with ample negative space on the left—was intended to create visual tension and highlight the dramatic rhythm of the chevrons. I was particularly drawn to how light interacts with these angular surfaces, creating a stark contrast between the illuminated planes and shadowed recesses. This photograph represents my ongoing exploration of how architectural elements can transcend their utilitarian purpose to become abstract visual poetry. By removing all context and focusing solely on pattern and form, I wanted viewers to appreciate the inherent beauty in these geometric relationships that often go unnoticed in our daily encounters with the built environment. The monochromatic palette further emphasizes the purity of form and the interplay between positive and negative space that gives this structure its distinctive character.
Um grupo de turistas descansa nos degraus do portal românico da Igreja de San Martín, em Salamanca, um edifício fundado em 1103 e erguido no século XII, considerado o segundo mais importante da cidade após a Catedral Velha. A estrutura destaca-se por seu portal principal, adornado com múltiplos arcos concêntricos que apresentam detalhes geométricos e vegetais, além de arquivoltas decoradas que culminam num nicho superior com o relevo de São Martinho a cavalo, uma cena emblemática do seu padroado. O tímpano superior conserva frescos hagiográficos e as colunas laterais, terminadas em capitéis historiados, sustentam o conjunto, cuja fachada é composta por pedra de Villamayor, conferindo-lhe a típica tonalidade dourada. O monumento, que enfrentou diversas alterações e problemas de estabilidade ao longo do tempo, foi declarado Monumento Histórico-Artístico Nacional em 1931.
A group of tourists rests on the steps of the Romanesque portal of the Church of San Martín in Salamanca, a building founded in 1103 and erected in the 12th century, considered the second most important in the city after the Old Cathedral. The structure is notable for its main portal, adorned with multiple concentric arches featuring geometric and vegetal details, as well as decorated archivolts culminating in an upper niche with the relief of St. Martin on horseback, an emblematic scene of his patronage. The upper tympanum preserves hagiographic frescoes and the side columns, ending in historiated capitals, support the whole, whose façade is composed of Villamayor stone, giving it the typical golden hue. The monument, which has faced several changes and stability problems over time, was declared a National Historic-Artistic Monument in 1931.
Through careful composition of a modern building's facade, I created an abstract study in light and shadow. The crisp geometric forms cascade down the frame like a dark ribbon, while the precise lighting emphasizes the architectural rhythm.
This started out as an image of the ceiling of Downside Abbey, a grand Victorian monastic church south of Bath. It’s a Minor Basilica in the Roman Church. I took it a couple of weeks ago to assuage temporarily my addiction with vaulted ceilngs
For Sliders Sunday today, I doctored it lightly in Topaz Studio, duplicated the result, flipped it and put it by the side of the first copy.
I’ll post a link to the original in the first comment as usual…
Thanks for taking the time to look. I hope you enjoy the image. Happy Sliders Sunday
after a long period of time, this escalator at bregenz station is working again. however, you still have to take the stairs to get to the platforms. the station, which dates back to the 1980s, is in poor condition and will be replaced by a new building soon.
Looking upwards through a bright pink sun parasol.
It's an enormous treat to use a parasol instead of an umbrella, England has had such a miserable summer so far, so the sunshine is a very welcome treat.
This shot, taken in São Paulo, Lisbon, continues my "Urban Serendipity" series. The play of light and shadow against a simple urban backdrop caught my attention, creating a moment that feels both fleeting and reflective. The colors and textures bring a subtle shift from my usual monochrome focus, adding a new layer to the project.
While exploring La Grande Motte (LGM), I was immediately drawn to the striking geometric pattern of this building facade. The repeating white triangular shapes created a mesmerizing rhythm that begged to be photographed. What truly caught my eye, however, was the solitary palm plant, perfectly positioned within one of the triangular spaces - a rebellious organic element disrupting the strict geometric pattern. I chose to shoot in black and white to emphasize the strong contrast and clean lines, while the careful framing allowed me to create an almost abstract composition where architecture becomes pure geometry. The plant serves as both a point of focus and a gentle reminder of nature's persistent presence in our constructed environments. I waited for soft, even lighting to ensure the shadows would define rather than dominate the geometric shapes, resulting in this clean, graphic interpretation of modern architectural design.
Using stark contrast and clean composition, I transformed this building detail into an abstract study of curved lines. The rhythmic pattern of white bands against black creates a sense of movement and flow, turning architecture into pure geometric poetry.
Library Square in Downtown Vancouver is a multi-use complex that brings together the Vancouver Public Library’s Central Branch, a Federal Office Tower, and various retail and service spaces. Designed by Moshe Safdie, the library’s distinct curved architecture was inspired by the Colosseum in Rome.
This photo captures layered reflections of the surrounding high-rises on the building’s glass surfaces, creating a blended cityscape where indoor and outdoor spaces merge.
This abstract image, taken during a morning walk along C. Ramon H. Jurado in Panama, showcases a complex play of diagonal metal lines and reflective surfaces. The geometric patterns and repetitive shapes create a compelling visual rhythm, offering a glance into the intricate beauty of urban design
This year the Flickr Friends Melbourne Group have decided to have a monthly challenge which is submitted on the 5th of every month. This month’s theme is “geometry”.
I had lots of ideas for this theme, and I took plenty of photos of things that were geometric. I had a whole array of details from the Art Deco style villas from the 1920s and 1930s in my neighbourhood that still have their original facades, fences and gates. I also photographed pieces of a beautiful Victorian Anglo-Indian occasional table that belonged to my Great Grandparents who acquired it whilst working in the diplomatic corps during the Raj. My intention had been to make collages of these photos, however once they were done, I really wasn’t satisfied with the result.
Then the solution hit me! Earlier this year I paid a call to Zetta Florence, which is a wonderful shop that specialises in beautifully made papers. Amongst the papers I had bought was a roll of hand stencilled paper featuring a geometric Art Deco fan pattern used quite commonly in the 1920s and 1930s. Unfurling it down my table it gave the crisp look I wanted for my submission for the theme! So you see, that sometimes the simplest ideas can offer a perfect geometric solution!
Art Deco is a European style that celebrated the exciting and dynamic aspects of the machine age. It was all about sleekness, sharp lines, and vivid decorative elements like fins, fans, speed lines, portal windows and low relief sculpture. There was also a drive towards the clean lines of geometry in design.
Geometry is the part of mathematics that studies the size, shapes, positions and dimensions of things. Squares, circles and triangles are some of the simplest shapes in flat geometry. Cubes, cylinders, cones and spheres are simple shapes in solid geometry.
Este painel de azulejos de padrão geométrico-vegetalista, datado entre 1590 e 1620 e atualmente no Museu Nacional do Azulejo em Lisboa, é um exemplo da produção portuguesa do final do século XVI e início do XVII. Composto por módulos repetidos de motivos florais estilizados em azul sobre fundo branco, enquadrados por uma trama geométrica em amarelo ocre, o desenho reflete influências mudéjares e renascentistas, evidenciando a continuidade da tradição decorativa hispano-mourisca em Portugal. Os azulejos de padrão eram frequentemente utilizados no revestimento integral de paredes de igrejas e palácios, criando autênticos “tapetes” cerâmicos e desempenhando funções decorativas e simbólicas. A paleta cromática, limitada ao azul, amarelo e branco, é característica da produção portuguesa anterior à influência holandesa, afirmando-se como um elemento estruturante da arquitetura portuguesa e um testemunho da criatividade das olarias da época.
This panel of tiles with a geometric-vegetalist pattern, dated between 1590 and 1620 and currently in the National Tile Museum in Lisbon, is an example of Portuguese production of the late 16th and early 17th centuries. Composed of repeated modules of stylized floral motifs in blue on a white background, framed by a geometric pattern in ocher yellow, the design reflects Mudejar and Renaissance influences, showing the continuity of the Hispano-Moorish decorative tradition in Portugal. Patterned tiles were often used in the integral coating of church and palace walls, creating authentic ceramic “carpets” and performing decorative and symbolic functions. The chromatic palette, limited to blue, yellow and white, is characteristic of Portuguese production prior to the Dutch influence, establishing itself as a structuring element of Portuguese architecture and a testimony to the creativity of the potteries of the time.
Este painel de azulejos hispano-árabes, em exposição no Museu Nacional do Azulejo, exemplifica a influência islâmica na cerâmica da Península Ibérica entre os séculos XV e XVI. Caracteriza-se pelos padrões geométricos e vegetais, ricos em detalhes e cores vibrantes, que demonstram a mestria técnica e o simbolismo cultural deste estilo.
While waiting for my flight at Istanbul International Airport, I found myself looking up and becoming mesmerized by the ceiling patterns above. The flowing curves and parallel lines created this almost hypnotic visual rhythm that I had to capture.
I decided to frame just this section where the curved panels meet and overlap, creating these interesting geometric interactions. The black and white treatment felt natural for this image - it emphasizes the graphic quality of the design and the contrast between the perforated sections and the solid white divisions.
What caught my eye was how something as functional as airport ceiling panels could be transformed into something so visually striking. These panels probably serve acoustic and ventilation purposes, but they've been designed with such attention to aesthetic detail.
I enjoy finding these moments of unexpected beauty in transit spaces - places we usually just pass through without really seeing. Sometimes the most interesting architectural photography happens when you simply remember to look up.