mall – Ritva Sillanmäki Photography

Everyday Moments

While my son was busy with last-minute Christmas shopping at the mall, I took the opportunity to do some people-watching. I was searching for shots that might fit an upcoming challenge and ended up capturing these. Although they didn’t meet the challenge criteria, I felt I should share them now. During the editing process, I aimed to highlight different aspects of the images—after all, John’s Cellpic Sunday provides a wonderful platform to showcase these everyday moments.

People enjoying the festive atmosphere in a mall with a vibrant food counter and holiday decorations. Just a moment captured, of everyday life.

I sought to express the reasons behind my choice to take these photos – I really didn’t, but what the heck – I took them, and now I am sharing them with a sense of both no reason and trepidation. Each image captures a fleeting moment as all photos do, even if I can’t pinpoint exactly why. The moment may not be very important or significant as is the case with these.

Two women interact near a pastry display in a mall, in this crop and lightning I noticed the cup on the countermore that in others, the expression of the woman looking towards me and the bottle in her hand. The lightning is was aimed to capture the actual moment.

If you have an opinion on whether I should have or should not have shared them, I am open to your thoughts and can take it whichever way you think about them, knowing that it is subjective. Your perspectives ,understanding of these images may even inspire me 😀

Two women browsing a bakery display in a mall, showcasing a variety of pastries and shadows, also the cups. I for some reason like this best as an edit – more drama and interpretation.

Unique Lighting and Windows

Captures from Finland, Interiors, Photography

As I walked past this eye-catching scene, I simply had to take a shot, as it was so perfectly suitable for my Monday Windows collection. The contemporary interior, characterized by the mirrored ceiling that reflects the ambiance beautifully, is further enhanced by distinctive light fixtures. Ample windows in and out at the AINOA Mall allow natural light to flood the space, highlighting the design elements.

A modern interior featuring a mirrored ceiling and unique light installations and lots of windows.

Additionally, the modern entrance to a restaurant catches the eye, featuring fashionable lighting that adds a touch of elegance, and an extensive drink display that tempts patrons with a variety of options behind the glass doors.

A modern dining space featuring stylish lighting and a well-stocked drink display.

For Monday Window 20.10.25

Cellpic – Escalators

Photography

Spent few hours with a friend on Saturday, catching up and making the world a better place. At the same time I took these shots looking down to the escalator. But I could not resist editing few versions of it.

Posted for John’s Cellpic Sunday

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Street Photography – at the mall

Black and White photos, Photography, street photography

I don’t know if this is really street photography, but let’s pretend so.

I took this yesterday at the mall. I needed to get out of the house. I was really proud, I didn’t buy anything, nearly did, but I reasoned with myself, I don’t need this, put it back to the rack.