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Tag: architecture
Gastown, Vancouver
In the Background
Piikki – Point, Spike
Makrohaaste 105 Piikki – Point, Spike
I found it hard to decide what kind of point to post – so I have answer from pointy statues – landmarks. they always seem to have a point on them.
And well back to nature Juniper is rather pointy! And one thing that has nothing to go with Statues and nature – palette knife… ;.) What can I say wondering mind
A moment of silence
Turku Cathedral
tina´s wordless wednesday # 88
Turku Cathedral is the Mother Church of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Finland, and the country’s national shrine.It is also regarded as one of the major records of Finnish architectural history.
Considered to be the most important religious building in Finland, the cathedral has borne witness to many important events in the nation’s history and has become one of the city’s most recognizable symbols. The cathedral is situated in the heart of Turku next to the Old Great Square, by the river Aura. Its presence extends beyond the local precinct by having the sound of its bells chiming at noon broadcast on national radio. It is also central to Finland’s annual Christmas celebrations.
The cathedral was originally built out of wood in the late 13th century, and was dedicated as the main cathedral of Finland in 1300, the seat of the bishop of Turku. It was considerably expanded in the 14th and 15th centuries, mainly using stone as the construction material. The cathedral was badly damaged during the Great Fire of Turku in 1827, and was rebuilt to a great extent afterward
Venice -few traditional shots
Memories from Firenze
ein stück himmel # 68
ein stück himmel # 68 – SAN MARINO.
From above Firenze
*von oben* – *from above*
…Firenze!
Clouds
I’m participating in the online adventure travel and outdoor photography magazine Wild Weekly Photo Challenge for bloggersThis week’s Challenge is: Clouds!
Here are clouds from Ruuhijärvi, Nastola in Finland, and sunset clouds at Kwai River , Thailand.
April
April is a cruel time
Even though the sun may shine
And world looks in the shade as it slowly comes away
Still falls the April rain
And the valley’s filled with pain
And you can’t tell me quite why
As I look up to the gray sky
Where it should be blue
Grey sky where I should see you
Ask why, why it should be so
I’ll cry, say that I don’t knowBaby once in a while I’ll forget and I’ll smile
But then the feeling comes again of an April without end
Of an April lonely as a girl
In the dark of my mind I can see all too fine
But there is nothing to be done when I just can’t feel the sun
And the springtime’s the season of the night
Even though the sun may shine
And world looks in the shade as it slowly comes away
Still falls the April rain
And the valley’s filled with pain
And you can’t tell me quite why
As I look up to the gray sky
Where it should be blue
Grey sky where I should see you
Ask why, why it should be so
I’ll cry, say that I don’t knowBaby once in a while I’ll forget and I’ll smile
But then the feeling comes again of an April without end
Of an April lonely as a girl
In the dark of my mind I can see all too fine
But there is nothing to be done when I just can’t feel the sun
And the springtime’s the season of the night
Grey sky where it should be blue
Grey sky where I should see you
Ask why, why it should be so
I’ll cry, say that I don’t know
I don’t know
Kivi / Stone
I participated in a challenge , the topic was stone. Here are few of the shots I took.
ein stück himmel # 64
ein stück himmel # 64
it is a piece of heaven – when we have blue skies, “warm” winter weather -2C, no wind…
Värikollaasi 118
Värikollaasi 118
I thought I would not find these colors at all…
Yesterday when walking I saw this flower holder built on this house – I took a photo reference so my husband could build me one.
Well at least I can dream that he will 🙂 So lucky me – I think the colors are in this 🙂
Tina’s PicStory *spitz* – *spikey, pointed*
Tones on Tuesday #66 2.19.13
picstory # 83 – roofs
*dächer – roofs*
Roof in Riga, Latvia
Tina’s PicStory: *zäune – fences*
Skywatch Friday: Season 6, Episode 31
Skywatch Friday: Season 6, Episode 31
This is the old church in Kirkkonummi in Finland, the photo was taken when it was snowing in the evening
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ein stück himmel # 58
ein stück himmel # 58
I look out the window and it looks so sunny, finally when I get to go out the clouds appear…
Wonders Challenge -Photo a day
I’m going to participate in Wonders challenge ( http://wordsbyirma.wordpress.com/2012/12/27/tammikuun-haaste/) and try to take a photo once a day – topics are listed below.
Come and join the fun.
9. on the roof
Värikollaasi 107 – Golden glow
Värikollaasi 107
I tried to do these still in the spirit of the season. I have not altered the tones in the photos…trying to be true to the challenge and find the real colors in the photos!
Wishing everyone Happy New Year 2013!
Inspirational light
Inspirational light
This Silence chapel at Kamppi has inspired these pictures..
Present are the light coming indirectly from above and the warm feel of the materials. The inner walls of the chapel area are lined with common alder planks cut to shape. The simple furnishing of the hall are made of massive ash tree. The silver cross at the altar was sculpted by artist blacksmith
http://www.helsinginkirkot.fi/fi/kirkot/kampin-kappeli
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Silence chapel of Kamppi
Silence chapel of Kamppi
Between two of the city’s main shopping malls, and the iconic 1930’s Lasipalatsi building, this circular wooden structure is a surprisingly bold architectural statement in one of the busiest parts of Helsinki. Designed by the studio K25 (consisting of three young architects) the awarded building is a site for meditation, its plain minimalist form inviting quiet reflection.
Made out of Finnish timber, the design shows great sensibility for the use of local materials. Without side windows light falls from above through an oval gap around the ceiling, creating a sense of calmness. The chapel demonstrates how contemporary architecture at its best can fascinate and inspire. It is one of the true centerpieces of the WDC 2012 program. (CNN)
Skywatch from St Thomas Christmas Market
View from St Thomas Christmas Market
Ritva Sillanmäki Photography 