Creek Street Photo

Photographer’s Note

Ketchikan's historic red light district is reflected in the calm waters of Ketchikan Creek, as the high tide pushes the creek up under the pilings of the boardwalk. Dolly's House, with its bright, red door, has been preserved as Dolly left it, and visitors can climb the rickety stairs to peek into drawers, cupboards, and closets of Creek Street's most famous lady of ill-repute. This shot was taken in the late evening's, blinding sunshine, after the tourists had left and quiet returned to the area.

ellelloo, ekinokswest, akm, claudio74, xuaxo, robertosalguero, asajernigan, Urs has marked this note useful

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ellelloo (4684) 2009-05-20 11:34

Hello Judy,
Just joined TE and it had changed! A totally new look. Most features are as before, but I am missing the view, which shows the recent photos of my favourite photographers. This other view from Creek Street is lovely too and shows the architecture of the houses very well from this POV. Beautiful colours and good clarity. The reflections are very attractive. Thanks for sharing!
Best regards,
Lasse

MarcT (20983) 2009-05-21 12:53

Hi Judy,
First of all, welcome on TE. I have to say that you have a very promising galery already.
Beautiful colors and good presentation.
Best wishes
Marc

emilbo (9161) 2009-05-22 15:11

Allô Judy!
Très belle prise de vue et magnifique cours d'eau bordé d'une promenade et de jolies maisons. Superbes couleurs et beaux reflets.
Félicitations!... et bonne in de semaine,
Emilius

ekinokswest (2972) 2009-05-23 11:05

those houses seem like hotels convenient for resting and having a good time by seaside . the light of the day is clearly visible as well as the blue tones on the water is worth looking

claudio74 (6269) 2009-05-23 22:07

Hello Judy
You have a beautiful galery with beautiful pictures of this amazing land.
I like this one in particular for the quiet atmosphere.
Firts time I ve bee here it was just during a stop of the Alaska ferry but for sure I will visit again this lovely place.

Regards
Claude

jemaflor (38911) 2009-05-25 11:54

Hi Judy,
Interesting view about these traditionnal houses taken from a good pov, nice light and so lovely reflections, good result.

xuaxo (5649) 2009-05-29 10:02

Hi Judy,
Nice, colorful view of the street.
As you wrote "historic red light district", I suppose it isn't functioning as a red light district anymore.
For example Amsterdam's red light district is active, but at the same time is also a tourist attraction.
Greetings,
Francisco

robertosalguero (2759) 2009-06-08 21:08

Hi Judy,

Without the tourists this place is perhaps very peaceful. I like this type of settings as is so far away from most civilization. The image is well composed. Its colours and details give it a natural feel. Good point of view. Thanks Judy :-)

Roberto

asajernigan (13929) 2009-06-17 2:00

Judy,
This is a nice shot of this waterfront village. The angle of the shot is great leading the eye through the shot. The lighting and colors are great with excellent sharpness and detail. The reflection adds depth and texture for the scene.
TFS,
Asa

serp2000 (9207) 2009-07-27 21:55

Privet, Judy,
Great! I like this shot! Superb sharpness and excellent colours and reflections! My compliments!
Regards,
Serghei

Urs (2513) 2009-08-13 3:06

Hi Judy

Looks very peaceful and idyllic. Your colors are vivid and the sharpness is very crisp. It could be that the green of the trees has a slight blue hue. Thanks to the river, DOF is perfect. Well done

Best regards
Urs

trippeek (53) 2009-08-27 13:49

What a gorgeous place! And a very good photo that capture its beauty. Light and the reflection in the water are lovely.
Ketchikan worth a visit! (but not by cruise ship...)