All posts tagged “2009

Early Morning, Amsterdam

A quiet stroll along Amsterdam’s canals in the early morning before the city awakens for the day. We had only arrived from Portland the previous day, so a good coffee and walk was most welcome. Camera: Canon EOS Digital Rebel XTLens: Canon EF-S 17–85mmExposure: ISO […]

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Amsterdam Bikes

Ubiquitous brightly-coloured “Townie” three-speed bikes resting against a wall outside a bike tour shop. The ride offered was touristy and breezy, but it was so much fun to cruise around using the amazing bicycle infrastructure in Amsterdam! It’s no wonder that bike commute rates approach […]

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Clinica Dental

We only had a few hours to spend in Palma’s old town before having to head off to catch our flight to Barcelona, but we made the most of it. Lots of great sights were seen, including this stunning Art Nouveau facade near Plaça Major. […]

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Army

Antoni Gaudí’s weird synthesis of art and architecture is on full display on the superb rooftop terrace at Casa Milà. Here, chimneys take on the form of warriors in formation against a pure blue sky. The form and subtle textures make for endless photographic opportunities […]

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