Swede Stockholm

[Drudkh]

Nice photos you have posted!

 

[DanMan]

Nice photos you have posted!

Thanks Drudkh. Your Budapest photos are nice too!

45. Untitled

More autumn colors from Skansen.

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[DanMan]

46. Autumn in B&W

A B&W interpretation of autumn colors in Skansen.

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[DanMan]

47. Ducks

More duck pictures to come Found this nice pond filled with ducks in Skansen. Spent almost an hour photographing them.

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[BrownBoots]

43. Ekshärad Farmhouse

The Ekshärad Farmhouse comes from the parish of Ekshärad in Värmland. This large farmhouse was built in the 1820s by the crown´s district legal officer Jan Olof Pallin and it served as the local court as well as the enlistment office of the Värmland Regiment.

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I like the way you shoot the farmhouse with the autumn leaves in the foreground instead of just attempting a symmetry approach with it. Has a very pleasant feel to it.

Still remember sitting on the door steps for a rest with the gooses strolling around in front.

 

[DanMan]

I like the way you shoot the farmhouse with the autumn leaves in the foreground instead of just attempting a symmetry approach with it. Has a very pleasant feel to it.

Still remember sitting on the door steps for a rest with the gooses strolling around in front.

Thanks BrownBoots for dropping in and commenting. Don't remember seeing any geese when I was there How long were you in Stockholm? How is the cost of living compared to the other Scandinavian cities you visited?

48. Ducks II

The green and gold reflection off the water is from the autumn leaves on the trees next to the pond.

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[DanMan]

49. Ducks III

One of my personal favorites. Kinda like swimming in gold.

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[wangxu94]

I really love all these shots! Great job

 

[DanMan]

I really love all these shots! Great job

Thanks wangxu94. Glad you liked them.

50. Ducks IV

Last of my duck photos from Skansen, this time a "Loch Nessy" approach.

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[DanMan]

51. Untitled

Golden brown leaves, both fallen and on trees, against the blue reflection of the sky.

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[BrownBoots]

Thanks BrownBoots for dropping in and commenting. Don't remember seeing any geese when I was there How long were you in Stockholm? How is the cost of living compared to the other Scandinavian cities you visited?

I think they were free roaming, so you might not necessarily see them at specific places.

We were in Stockholm for just 2 days before flying for London. I feel the living standard here is lower than Oslo and Copenhagen based on my stay in Scandinavia. Also heard a lot about Norwegians crossing border to Sweden for grocery shopping during my interactions.. Not sure about Helsinki though since I never been there.

 

[emlee]

2. Fika Time at Gamla Stan

Fika is a Swedish word that refers to coffee break. It is a popular past time of the locals and you often find them seated both inside and outside quaint cafes that line the streets. This picture is taken outside the cafes at Stortoget, or small public square, in Gamla Stan.

I find the framing of this a but tight. But I like how the waitress stands out. Lovely to see your post after so long.

 

[emlee]

3. Narrow Streets of Gamla Stan

Gamla Stan has many narrow yet picturesque cobblestoned streets.

Love this. I can really feel this picture.

 

[emlee]

7. Covered Walkway

This picturesque path found alongside Strandvägen presents photo opportunities, especially with the yellowing autumn leaves.

Lovely use of depth. How is this in colour?

 

[emlee]

8. How do I Look in the Photo?

This group of girls were taking photographs against the backdrop of Nordiska Museet, or simply the Nordic Museum, located on the island of Djurgården.

Another great shot. The tilt in this case works quite well I think. The placement of the women works wonders too.

 

[emlee]

14. Ubiquitous Cyclists

Stockholm has a strong cycling culture. Cyclists are a common sight all over the city. In fact, bicycle rental shops are easily found. You will find people dressed in work clothes on bicycles. This picture was taken on a Monday morning, with people making their way to work.

Isn't it lovely when you have all the time in the world when others re rushing to work? I love these timing and the mood is great.

 

[emlee]

15. Untitled

Simply another B&W building shot. The building in the picture is the Radisson Blu Strand Hotel.

Another piece where I love how you place the lamp in the empty space.

 

[emlee]

23. Spiral

This spiral staircase is found in Hotel Nobis, the hotel I put up during my stay there. It is a boutique hotel and the interior is furnished with the famous scandinavian design.

LOVELY. Almost like the one in the Vatican Museums.

 

[emlee]

24. Gallery

This photo was taken at Fotografiska Museet, a photo gallery located in the island of Sodermalm, walking distance from Gamla Stan. The effect in the photo is as it is i.e. not post processed. I exposed for spotlight shining on the photographs and waited for someone to view them. They have exhibits that will never make it to Singapore due to.. ahem... mature content. Do you think this photo will look better in B&W?

Would be better if you showed us the 'content'.

 

[emlee]

30. Royal Guard

This is a member of the Royal Guard stationed outside the Stockholm Royal Palace. The guards are actually part of the Swedish armed forces. You can witness the change of guards that takes place daily.

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