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Lights of Amsterdam - Blue impression


Lights of Amsterdam - Blue impression
Photo Information
Copyright: George Rumpler (Budapestman) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 3788 W: 0 N: 6800] (24225)
Genre: Places
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2007-03-07
Categories: Daily Life, Architecture, Artwork
Camera: Canon Digital EOS350D
Details: Tripod: Yes
Photo Version: Original Version
Theme(s): Amsterdam at night [view contributor(s)]
Date Submitted: 2007-06-19 4:07
Viewed: 1167
Points: 40
[Note Guidelines] Photographer's Note
Although the seat of Netherlands government is in The Hague, Amsterdam is the nominal capital. It is also the country's largest city, with a population of almost 750,000, and the most visited, with over 3,5 milion foreign visitors a year.
The Netherlands is a country situated in Western Europe, bordering Belgium to the south and Germany to the east. To its north and west is the North Sea. Although the Netherlands is the country's official name, people often call it Holland. The provinces of North Holland and South Holland form only part of the Netherlands.
History of Amsterdam
Amsterdam, probably the most planned city of northern Europe, has long been a well-known city. In the 17th century Amsterdam was the centre of world economy, and nowadays the city is known for its tolerant character.
Dutch holiday
A Dutch holiday can add a festive note to your trip, particularly if it involves a parade or special observance somewhere in the country. But expect banks, shops, and most museums to be closed, and public transportation to operate on Sunday schedules for the listed holidays.
Architecture
Amsterdam is where modern architecture developed organically between facades of historical buildings. Since it is not a big city, all sites of interest are within an acceptable distance. This is why Amsterdam is so popular with lovers of architecture.
Amsterdam in figures
Some interesting figures on how many bicycles, bridges, canals, cinemas or markets one can find in Amsterdam, as well as some statistics about the tourists and day visitors to Amsterdam.
Timing your visit
Any time can be the best time to visit Amsterdam. The peak of the tourist season is July and August, when the weather is the finest. Weather, however, is never really extreme at any time of year, and if you're one of the growing numbers who favor off-season travel, you'll find the city every bit as attractive during these months. Not only are airlines, hotels, and restaurants cheaper and less crowded during this time (with more relaxed and cheerful service), but there are also some very appealing events going on. For example, the bulb fields near Amsterdam are bursting with colour from mid-April to mid-May.
(Source: Amsterdam info)
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Szia George

Another great capture in the Blue hour, exposure is spot on, and it has a nice symmetry. This it seems was a very fruitful trip.

Hello George,
A beautifully lit long perspective with great reflections. Captured at just the right time with that beautiful blue sky. Perfect exposure management and very good clarity.

hello

very good details shot, well seen and nice those details in the white street, good point of view, nice job...........
humayun

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  • Paolo Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 4701 W: 146 N: 9001] (39569)
  • [2007-06-19 4:20]

Hi George, beautiful one, a great night view with typcial reflections and light and an excellent POV.
thanks, ciao

It's a classic Amsterdam scene George, and I think this kind of canal scene really suits the balanced framing you went for here.
I think it could do with losing a bit of the foreground, cropping nearer to the boat. Alternatively, it might have been interesting to try and include the railings of the bridge on which you were standing in the composition.
It's a good night shot though, well done.

Cheers,
Ben

Bonjour George
Très beau cliché nocturne avec toutes ces maisons à l'architecture particulière et élégante et les reflets bien saisis.
Bravo - merci pour le partage et bonne journée.
Nicole

Hi George,
What a beautiful color you have captured!it's simple yet elegant and so beautiful reflection..
Regards

hAyAti

Hi George
Great pov here, fantastic lights and colors who makes here a great composicion

regards
Manuel

Hi George!

With that wonderful "serie" you have made Amsterdam look like the most romantic city of the world! Great balanced composition, perfect light managment and great framing. Congratulations!

Have a nice day,
Hercules

Hi George,
The 'X' composition is quite efficient. Lights work well and the narrow houses on the end of the canal look good. This is so picturesque. The little Fiat on the right is a nice detail.
Kari

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  • danyy Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 7149 W: 436 N: 9687] (49469)
  • [2007-06-19 6:25]

Bonjour George,
uen photo dans la lignée des précédentes, prise au bon moement dans la soirée. Pour le reste, je ne peux que répéter les qualités que je trouvais sur les précédentes.

Best regards.
Daniel.

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  • delkoo Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3667 W: 226 N: 4708] (23219)
  • [2007-06-19 7:53]

hi george

The longer i look at it, the more i like it
this is absolutely great shot, full of light and colors. Excellent composition and perfect moment to capture such place and such scene.

regards

didier

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  • danos Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3099 W: 83 N: 4508] (16823)
  • [2007-06-19 9:00]

Hello George,
nice the night view of this canal with the artificial lights to reflected waters.The boats on the canal and the car in the both sides of it,it's a nice compsition.A beautiful long perspective with a great POV of your capture.Informative your note.Well done.
Regards,Danos

Hello George,
You are a great specialist of the photos by night. A new one, very well realized, with good lights and reflections. Congratulations.
Cordially
Joël

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  • carper Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 9292 W: 445 N: 14616] (51323)
  • [2007-06-19 12:26]

another good nightshot George,
very good point of view, nice quality and good photojob, well done.
groet jaap

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  • leo61 Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3536 W: 316 N: 6940] (29544)
  • [2007-06-19 15:23]

Hi George!
The third of march was a very successful day for you as a photographer.Another great nightshot from Amsterdam.
Amazing sharpness,good lightcontrol and nice reflections.A great shot,George!
Regards,leo

Perhaps more classical in terms of framing, but still the same nice colors and lights. Again, I especially like the light bulbs around the arch of the bridge in the background.

All the best,

Emmanuel

Hi George,
Nice perspective taken at the famous blue hour, lovely these reflection and good symetric effet with this perspective, good light capture.
...

Encore une autre petite merveille de cette belle ville. Les couleurs que tu obtiens sont absolument fantastiques. Superbe, George!
Amicalement
JJ

Hello George
A very good stereotype with fallen the night. Beautiful assembly of colors of lighting with the blue of the sky and the reflections. Very good work. Good day. In a friendly way
Gildas

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