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When capturing this facade in Saint-Malo at dusk, I wanted to seize the contrast between the geometric rigor of the architecture and the warmth of the illuminated windows. The selective black and white treatment emphasizes this duality, transforming each lit window into a golden lantern piercing through the austerity of granite. I was particularly drawn to the perfect symmetry of the openings and how the lights seem to play a silent game of chess across the facade.
The architectural details - the ornate roof dormers, wrought iron balconies, flowered window boxes - add a historical dimension that anchors the image in Saint-Malo's heritage. What fascinated me was how contemporary life expresses itself through these centuries-old windows, creating a dialogue between past and present, between the coldness of stone and the warmth of the homes within it.
Exploring the stunning rice terraces of Pu Luong, I was overwhelmed by the incredible symphony of greens that stretched across the mountainous landscape. This lone farmer, bent over her work in the vast expanse of terraced fields, embodied the timeless relationship between people and the land in rural Vietnam.
My intention was to capture both the geometric beauty of these ancient agricultural terraces and the human element that brings them to life. The repetitive lines and curves of the rice paddies create a natural artwork, while the farmer's presence reminds us that this stunning landscape is also a working environment where families have cultivated rice for generations.
This image represents my fascination with how traditional agriculture can create some of the world's most beautiful landscapes. The Pu Luong terraces are not just functional - they're a testament to human ingenuity and harmony with nature. Sometimes the most breathtaking views emerge from the most practical human needs, where centuries of careful cultivation have sculpted the mountains into living art.
Lahore Fort started life as a defensive wall on the banks of River Ravi by the earliest settlers who founded Lahore. It was attacked, damaged, demolished, and rebuilt into various structures several times over, until it acquired its present general form under Emperor Akbar in 1566. Succeeding emperors, Sikh conquerors, and British colonists used the fort as the seat of their governance, and added their architectural influences to the citadel to give it its present configuration.
Ornate carvings directly on the stone pillars evidence the meticulous details and refinements that Mughal architects are famous for.
For more detailed information on Lahore Fort, please see: sites.ualberta.ca/~rnoor/lahore_fort.html, and
in the bustling parking lot of the mercadona supermarket in palmanova, a solitary figure crosses the zebra stripes, casting a stark silhouette against the glistening pavement. the harsh light of the mediterranean sun creates a dramatic interplay of shadows and highlights, turning the mundane act of crossing a street into a moment of abstract art. the figure’s shadow stretches and distorts, echoing the fleeting nature of our daily journeys. this image captures a transient moment, where light and dark dance together in an urban ballet, reminding us of the beauty hidden in everyday scenes.
Lahore Fort started life as a defensive wall on the banks of River Ravi by the earliest settlers who founded Lahore. It was attacked, damaged, demolished, and rebuilt into various structures several times over, until it acquired its present general form under Emperor Akbar in 1566. Succeeding emperors, Sikh conquerors, and British colonists used the fort as the seat of their governance, and added their architectural influences to the citadel to give it its present configuration.
The Throne Balcony was added to the Diwan-e-Aam by Emperor Shah Jehan from where he could display the pomp and grandeur of the Mughal Empire.
For more detailed information on Lahore Fort, please see: sites.ualberta.ca/~rnoor/lahore_fort.html, and
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.
Lahore Fort started life as a defensive wall on the banks of River Ravi by the earliest settlers who founded Lahore. It was attacked, damaged, demolished, and rebuilt into various structures several times over, until it acquired its present general form under Emperor Akbar in 1566. Succeeding emperors, Sikh conquerors, and British colonists used the fort as the seat of their governance, and added their architectural influences to the citadel to give it its present configuration.
Legend has it that Empress Mumtaz Mahal (who is entombed in the Taj Mahal in Agra) told her husband Emperor Shah Jehan that she had a dream in which she looked up at the stars, and each star had her face on it. The Emperor was so taken by his Empress that he decided to make her dream come true, and built the Sheesh Mahal, the walls and ceiling of which were embedded with thousands of convex mirrors and precious/semi-precious stones, so that anywhere one looked they would see a reflection of themselves. Unfortunately, Mumtaz Mahal died before she could visit Sheesh Mahal, and the grieving emperor built the magnificent Taj Mahal as his wife's final resting place.
For more information on Sheesh Mahal, please see: www.pakistantoday.com.pk/2016/11/20/the-mirror-palace/
For more detailed information on Lahore Fort, please see: sites.ualberta.ca/~rnoor/lahore_fort.html, and
Lahore Fort started life as a defensive wall on the banks of River Ravi by the earliest settlers who founded Lahore. It was attacked, damaged, demolished, and rebuilt into various structures several times over, until it acquired its present general form under Emperor Akbar in 1566. Succeeding emperors, Sikh conquerors, and British colonists used the fort as the seat of their governance, and added their architectural influences to the citadel to give it its present configuration.
Being the military and administrative headquarters of several empires, the Lahore Fort is dotted with chambers that served as administrative offices, most of which are constructed in the styles of Mughal architecture.
For more detailed information on Lahore Fort, please see: sites.ualberta.ca/~rnoor/lahore_fort.html, and
Impressions of India – 40
Picture taken inside Fort Barli, in Barli, Rajasthan, India.
If you like this picture from my India trip, you can see more at www.flickr.com/photos/chizuka/albums/72157673735932443
❖ Thank you as always for your visits, appreciation and your comments
❖ Merci comme toujours de vos visites, vos appréciations et vos commentaires.
❖ You can also see my work on 500PX,
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.
Lahore Fort started life as a defensive wall on the banks of River Ravi by the earliest settlers who founded Lahore. It was attacked, damaged, demolished, and rebuilt into various structures several times over, until it acquired its present general form under Emperor Akbar in 1566. Succeeding emperors, Sikh conquerors, and British colonists used the fort as the seat of their governance, and added their architectural influences to the citadel to give it its present configuration.
Ornate carvings directly on the stone pillars evidence the meticulous details and refinements that Mughal architects are famous for.
For more detailed information on Lahore Fort, please see: sites.ualberta.ca/~rnoor/lahore_fort.html, and
Architectural Elegance gazing up into the geometric grandeur of Tokyo Station's restored dome. A symphony of radial beams, ornate moldings, and classical windows converge towards the central skylight. This monochrome capture emphasizes the interplay of light and shadow, highlighting the timeless craftsmanship of early 20th-century design
O Festival Internacional de Jardins, que se realiza anualmente em Ponte de Lima de maio a outubro, é um evento que apresenta jardins efémeros e temáticos criados por artistas de várias partes do mundo. Desde a sua criação em 2005, o festival tem promovido a inovação na arquitetura paisagística, reunindo propostas de design de espaços verdes e sensibilizando para questões ambientais. A entrada para o recinto é marcada por uma pérgula metálica coberta de vegetação que conduz os visitantes a um percurso pavimentado, onde se destacam elementos pétreos com padrões geométricos, e onde se encontram as propostas de arquitetura paisagística de diversos países.
Badshahi Mosque is a vast structure covering 29,867.2 square meters (321, 488 square feet), and was built under the auspices of the 6th Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb in 1673. The mosque is considered one of the finer examples of Mughal architecture. Although the mosque was pillaged and abused under succeeding Sikh and British empires, the British did establish the Badshahi Mosque Authority to restore the mosque, which was taken over by Pakistan after its independence, and the restoration work was completed in 1960. Badshahi Mosque is a cultural icon of Pakistan, and has served as a location for state functions.
For more detailed information on Badshahi Mosque, see: www.newworldencyclopedia.org/entry/Badshahi_Mosque
For more information on Lahore, see: www.cnn.com/travel/article/pakistan-lahore-mughal-treasur...
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.
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.
❖ You can also see my work on 500PX,
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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