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Stockholm at night


Stockholm at night
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Copyright: George Rumpler (Budapestman) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 3822 W: 0 N: 6868] (24451)
Genre: Places
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2006-07-19
Categories: Daily Life, Transportation, Architecture
Camera: Canon Ixus 50, Canon Zoom Lens x3 5.8-17.4mm 1:2.8-4.9
Photo Version: Original Version
Theme(s): Your Favorites, Stockholm at night [view contributor(s)]
Date Submitted: 2007-01-29 12:07
Viewed: 1999
Favorites: 1 [view]
Points: 68
[Note Guidelines] Photographer's Note
The earliest mention of Stockholm in writing dates from 1252, when it was an important post in the iron trade from the mines in Bergslagen. The first part of the name (stock) means log, while the second (holm) means islet, and refers to the islet Stadsholmen in central Stockholm which for centuries consistituted the main part of Stockholm.
The city is said to have been founded by Birger Jarl in order to protect Sweden from invasion from the sea by foreign navies, and to stop pillage of the cities such as Sigtuna on Lake Mälaren.
The strategic and economic importance of the city made Stockholm an important factor in relations between the Danish Kings of the Kalmar Union and the national independence movement in the 15th century. The Danish King Christian II was able to enter the city in 1520. On November 8, 1520, massive executions of opposition figures, called the Stockholm Bloodbath, took place. This massacre set off further uprisings, which eventually led to the break-up of the Kalmar Union.
With the accession of Gustav Vasa in 1523 and the founding of a royal power, the population of Stockholm began to grow, reaching ten thousand by 1600.
The 17th century saw Sweden rise into a major European power, which was reflected in the development of the city. From 1610 to 1680 the population multiplied sixfold. In 1634 Stockholm became the official capital of the Swedish empire. Trading rules were also created that gave Stockholm an essential monopoly over trade between foreign merchants and other Swedish and Scandinavian territories.
Between 1713–1714, Stockholm suffered from the Black Death. After the end of the Great Northern War and the destruction of several areas of the city in 1721, the city stagnated. Population growth halted, and economic growth slowed. However, Stockholm maintained its role as the political centre of Sweden and continued to develop culturally under Gustav III. The royal opera is a good architectural expression of this era.
By the second half of the 19th century, Stockholm had regained its leading economic role. New industries emerged, and Stockholm transformed into an important trade and service centre, as well as a key gateway point within Sweden. The population also grew radically during this time, mainly through immigration. At the end of the century, less than 40% of the residents were Stockholm-born. Settlement began to expand outside of the city limits. Stockholm also became a cultural and educational center. In the 19th century, a number of scientific institutes opened in Stockholm, for example the Karolinska Institute.
In the late 20th century, Stockholm became a modern, technologically-advanced and ethnically diverse city. Throughout the century, many industries shifted away from work-intensive activities into more high-technology and service-industry knowledge-based areas.
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  • Gustaw Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2259 W: 695 N: 180] (18650)
  • [2007-01-29 12:09]

Hallo my friend!
Next interesting photo from Sweeden. I like your old architecture, good composition and nice colours. See, ships it it interesting. Well done.
Marek

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  • Buin Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 3303 W: 0 N: 6452] (22588)
  • [2007-01-29 12:11]

Hallo George!
You managed the light condition in this "blue hour" very good. The atmosphere of the beginning evening is transmitted in a great way! A beautiful view and a beautiful picture!
Greetings from Germany!
Frank

this is just magical george... taken at the right time... i like the framing also... would look good too without the road on the bottom as well... congrats...

take care...

korkut:)

Hi George A very good POV bringing out the beauty of Stockholm, this night shot in the blue hour has great light, i love the ship & the road going across the bottom corner, well composed, kind regards Wilson. PS very good note.

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  • carper Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 9324 W: 445 N: 14694] (51601)
  • [2007-01-29 14:19]

not an easy one George,
I like the view, good point of view, very nice composition. I think you did a very nice job here. well done.
gr. jaap

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  • veve Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 505 W: 13 N: 587] (4221)
  • [2007-01-29 14:22]

Hi George,
Very beautiful view of Stockholm!
Great POV,very good composition
and excellent lighting!
I like it!
TFS.
Best regards,
Veronica

Bonsoir George
le POV en hauteur et qui permet de dominer la ville est excellent. Très belle gestion des sources lumineuses. J'aime bien les couleurs qui ressortent de cette prise nocturne. Bravo
Xavier

Hello George,
You seem to have taken many photo's of Stockholm last summer. I was planning to post some but I better check what you have posted so far ...
This is an wonderful evening shot of Gamla Stan. Did you take it from the viewing point on the rocks there on Söder? I really like that point as you have an nice view to Gamla Stan, Riddarholmen and the Town hall.
Harko

Beautiful mix of blue, between the dark sky and the even darker sea. The yellow reflexions of the street lights from the bridge give an excellent light. Nice church and builidngs in the background. In overall, an excellent night view.

All the best,

Emmanuel

Hi George,
A wonderful shot of Stockholm.Colours, reflection, sharpness, and lighting are superb.TFS.
cheers!

hAyAti

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  • paura Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 3817 W: 8 N: 2528] (20295)
  • [2007-01-29 17:23]

George,
Very beautiful noturne shot here. Nice POV and lighting. Very interesting the flash lights.

Paulo

Hello George,
Wonderful night shot of the City of STockholm.
You've managed the exposure very well here.
The colours are great.
And I specially like the reflections of the lights on the river.
Regards
teresa

Hello George.
Good nightime shot. The hour of the day was excellent for your photo...all of the colors look quite alive. The fact that we can see the shadows of the lamposts in the lights off the bridge is a nice detail. Also the streaks of light on the road to the bottom right give a sense of movement and indicate the long (but not to long) exposure.
Regards,
Chris.

Hi gear George,
Very gorgeous shot from Stockholm at blue hour. Very good colours and depth. Light very well managed. Excellent work
TFS and greetings
Aires

Hi George,
Beautifull nightshot. The colors, the pov, the composition and the colors are just superb.
Have a nice week. Best regards. Salvator.

Bonjour,
Magnifique ambiance et belles couleurs.
Bonne journée.
clnaef

Another great portrait of light! I especially like the play of lights and the composition in this photo!
Achim

Hi George,
a beautiful Stockholm view,I like the colors and the composition.well done.

Pretty night view George. I like the lights here. I suggest only a little crop on the down side.

Nice days
andre

Salut George,
Nice composition with a lovely reflections, well taken this night shor, well made.

Hello George,
Beautiful night time shot of the Stockholm water front. Well exposed with pleasing colours including that lovely blue sky. Good definition.

Hi George,
beautiful night- and city-shot. I like the dominance of the blue tones. The speed lines on the street are cool.
Nice perspective and composition.
Have a nice evening,
Nino

Hi George - great timing with the blue hour, the road below would have been unwanted if this was a day photo, but the nighttime lights and traffic make it welcome in this case.

Hello George,
You capture the Northern summer night, when it never really gets dark, very well!
Pleasant reflections and I appreciate inclusion of the diagonal foreground interest...
Good light management, well framed!
Greetings,
Pablo -

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  • Angshu Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 4789 W: 166 N: 7332] (23852)
  • [2007-01-31 3:30]

Dear George
A sublime night shot with the light on the athedral, the reflections on the water, silky because of the long shutter speed & the rows of car lights in the FG
Regards
Angshu

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  • vincz Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2999 W: 87 N: 5049] (17510)
  • [2007-01-31 4:52]

Beautiful night shot with excellent light mangement resulting in superb colours.

Hi George .
Absolutely perfect and elegant photo .
The stunning reflections of streetlights in the water , the harmony of dusk colours ( I like the colours of that special time of day ! )- all is just perfect !
My compliments !!
Kindest regards
Dorte.

Hi George,
Excellent night shot, amazing life-like colours. Absolutely perfect exposure level to capture both the natural and artificial light.
With Greetings from India
Sabyasachi

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  • berek Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3876 W: 172 N: 4900] (22175)
  • [2007-02-04 3:46]

Hi George,
this is a spectacular night view . I like your light and colors management. you took this picture at right time. have a nice Sunday.
Burak
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Hi George,

Excellent image, the high point of view has created a very interesting and beautiful perspective, the time of exposure is perfect and has created beautiful effects of light, I like the textures of the scene, the city of background has colours impresionates. A great work, congratulations.

Regards
José

Hi George,
Wonderful night shot! Great colours, light and very good POV. Very well done!
Have a good day.
Ahmet

Hi George
I really find your work splendid and encouraging..
This is one of the examples of it..
TFS
H.

although it is a night photo the view is very neat. Plus I like your angle of taking the photo , you covered many major parts of stockholm in one photo. It is as good as a cover page for a travel magazine

Hello George,

This city seem beautiful anytime of the day. The river is also very wide and add a nice blanket of reflections. Nice exposure and excellent colours to compose the image. The light of the evening worked fine to create an interesting atmosphere. Thanks George.

Roberto

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