CFFC – Ritva Sillanmäki Photography

numbers – CFFC

I have never participated in a number challenge before here in CFFC or Numbers game, but today I excitedly played with the number 256, which I picked from an archive of photos I had stored away since 2016. As I explored this collection, I realized that, before posting any of these images, I would need to edit most of them, as I had initially saved them in RAW format. The original sizes were far too large for sharing without some careful enhancement and resizing. It was actually quite fun to see the photos that popped up; each one carried a memory from that year, evoking nostalgia. However, one shot of flowers caught my attention for being in particularly poor quality — I have no idea why I still had it in my collection. The vibrant colors of the blooms were completely dulled, and the focus was all off, making it a rather unfortunate representation of nature’s beauty.

The photos in the gallery can be enlarged, it is even recommended by me 🙂

Posted as part of CFFC

Narrow — CFFC and Monday Window

Photography

I am concentrating in this post on the narrow buildings with lots of windows from Brisbane, which exemplify the city’s unique architectural style and offer a striking visual contrast against the skyline. These structures, characterized by their sleek designs and expansive glass facades, allowing natural light to flood the interiors it’s fascinating to consider how their narrow profiles are utilized efficiently, maximizing space in the bustling urban environment. The abundance of windows not only enhances aesthetic appeal but also connects the vibrant outdoor landscape with the indoor spaces, creating a seamless integration of nature and city living. These were taken 6 years ago, don’t know how much the skyline has changed since then.

Dan’s CFFC and Monday Window: 6 January 2025 also for

CFFC – short and tall

Captures from Finland

An old log house in Seurasaari Museo area

City Center / Sausage building (a nickname) One of the ugliest buildings in Helsinki and Helsinki railway station also under construction at the time of this photo.

For CFFC – 30th December

CCFFC – Colorful buildings

Photography, Traveling Cape Verde

I liked these colorful houses in this country, or in many other warm climate countries, but they would look so wrong, to me, if they were in Finland. I have seen some, and they are so out of place here; the brightness just does not fit with the natural palette of the Finnish landscape. The hues that might look vibrant and inviting against sunlit coastal backdrops or among lush tropical settings feel jarring against the more muted tones of Finland’s forests and snowy winters. But when I’ve seen these vivid buildings in other countries, they seem to blend in perfectly, as if they were meant to be there among the sun-kissed streets and bustling markets. It’s fascinating how context influences perception—go figure…

I have taken these photographs years ago in Cape Verde, and even in their rundown state—or perhaps in their unfinished state—they still appeal to me in a unique way. There’s a charm in their wear and tear, a story captured in the peeling paint and uneven lines. These structures despite their disrepair, they exude a warmth that resonates with the colors themselves.

CFFC – Colorful Buildings all photos in the gallery can be enlarged.

CFFC – and Monday window

Cities, Photography, Travel

I looked at old photos during the weekend as needed to release some space to my hard drive. I say these and they were fresh in my memory as I saw these two challenges and thought they are so suitable for them even id old photos. Taken in Paris 2006 🙂 I do have to say nowadays I would pay more attention to framing and composition.

To Dan’s and Cee’s CFFC topic this week: Commercial buildings or store fronts and Dan’s Monday Window

freezing time in dew-kissed splendor

Flowers

In the quiet dawn, dew-kissed leaves awaken. Each droplet, a crystal globe, clings to the verdant tapestry of life.

Whispers of renewal, as morning breath stirs the air.

Hold on, even when gravity tugs. Reflect, for within each drop lies a universe.

In the quiet dawn, dew-kissed leaves awaken. Each droplet, a crystal globe, clings to the verdant tapestry of life.

Within these glistening orbs, secrets unfold, And so they linger, these liquid gems, In this delicate dance, they teach us, an ethereal moment, freezing time in dew-kissed splendor.

CFFC: Things that are Wet

Frosty Road

Photography

A frosty road in the Kirkkonummi, Finland during the extreme cold weather we have had for the past week.

Posted for Cee’s Which Way Challenge wish was to post a road/ street with snow or a photo that has white in it.

Big and small tool

Black and White photos, Still life

These bigger and smaller tools are from Verla’s Groundwood and Board Mill, Finland’s first factory museum.

Verla was named a World Heritage site due to its status as a unique and culturally and historically significant example of an industrial settlement from the turn of the 20th century.

Cee’s Fun Foto Prompt – Any Kind of Tool.

On the road again

animals, Traveling Crete

Posted for Cee’s Which Way Challenge

it is cold outside

Captures from Finland

Cold weather can certainly make you feel chilly. When it snows and ice forms, it adds an extra layer of coldness to the surroundings, no doubt about that.. Stay cozy and enjoy the winter scenery!

We here in south of Finland don’t have snow yet, so these are from my archives.