Through my lens ~ Riquewihr, France. II
Apr 24, 2015 07:45:16 #
travelerted wrote:
These photographs are a continuation of Wednesday's post of the village of Riquewihr, France, which is in the Alsace wine producing region - a place to put on your travel list when you visit France.
Love your pictures. Do you use a polarizer in some if not most of your shots. I like the flat light and the true colors I see. Or is it in the processing?
Apr 24, 2015 08:39:02 #
Mike D. wrote:
They say red wine is good for a host of ails but really, it's not for everyone and I reaspect that.
Have you been following my Chichen Itza post. A.J. gets a kick out of our witty banter. Lord, I wish I was half as smart as people think. On the other hand, maybe most don't. :)
Have you been following my Chichen Itza post. A.J. gets a kick out of our witty banter. Lord, I wish I was half as smart as people think. On the other hand, maybe most don't. :)
Yes Mike, it started an interesting thread - one never knows where things will lead once started. In reality, it doesn't matter how smart people think you are, it's about how well you use the smarts you have and you seem to do very well in that department.
Apr 24, 2015 08:43:04 #
Sylvias wrote:
I just love how they have beautiful window boxes and tubs/ troughs and decorate their balconies with flowers. Excellent set Ted, beautiful colours and interesting streets. Enjoyed the street sign very much, what a jolly fellow! :thumbup: :thumbup: :D
Yes, Sylvia, they seem to have a great deal of small containers all over the place filled with flowers. Perhaps the villages were so crowded they had to get creative in the way they brought a little color into their lives.
I think a wonderful photo essay could be done on just the signs of a village like that - some are really quite unique and entertaining.
Thanks for stopping in, and do have a wonderful weekend,
ted
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Apr 24, 2015 08:45:06 #
angler wrote:
Excellent as always Ted.
You are really faithful in keeping up with everyone on the site, Jim. Thanks for taking the time for my posts.
Enjoy the weekend..........
ted
Apr 24, 2015 08:46:58 #
Andrea.Jarrell wrote:
Keep it up guys, you are keeping me entertained.
Glad to be able to oblige, it may finally put you to sleep!
Apr 24, 2015 08:56:31 #
Bob Yankle wrote:
Of all the country's I visited, I never touched fo... (show quote)
Usually when we get back home, I come across something at that destination I missed and wish for a return trip which seldom happens. This gives you another reason to plan a trip to France, Bob.
We found that while in France, they appreciated our attempt to speak their language and are more willing to then converse in English. Some English speakers get rather impatient and sadly, rude with locals that don't converse well in English.
Thank you, Bob, for stopping by again and posting - hope a good weekend in is store for you,
ted
Apr 24, 2015 09:04:32 #
chienfou wrote:
Love your pictures. Do you use a polarizer in some if not most of your shots. I like the flat light and the true colors I see. Or is it in the processing?
Thank you for dropping in for a look and then posting, chienfou. Yes, I do use a polarizer quite often as it not only helps out the sky colour, but also cuts reflections that can distract. I've learned to be careful however, as I've ruined some photos by overdoing it. With digital it isn't as critical as the many I messed up with film! Using RAW format, all my images are 'processed' to some degree, but I do try to keep that close to what it really is. Have a super day,
ted
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Apr 24, 2015 09:42:51 #
travelerted wrote:
These photographs are a continuation of Wednesday's post of the village of Riquewihr, France, which is in the Alsace wine producing region - a place to put on your travel list when you visit France.
Beautiful photos of a lovely place. Seems that in Europe, people have opted for aesthetics and we here have opted for efficiency.
Apr 24, 2015 10:05:49 #
ediesaul wrote:
Beautiful photos of a lovely place. Seems that in Europe, people have opted for aesthetics and we here have opted for efficiency.
It sure seems that way doesn't it, edie. The Scandinavian countries, while beautiful, seem more practical and utilitarian in much of their design. In many cases, it seems, strangely, that religion had a lot to do with it. Even in this country, there are areas where people live more simple, practical lives and you don't see much 'extra' in the style of buildings.
It is a great observation, and thanks for posting.
Have a great weekend,
ted
Apr 24, 2015 10:33:20 #
Apr 24, 2015 10:44:42 #
travelerted wrote:
These photographs are a continuation of Wednesday's post of the village of Riquewihr, France, which is in the Alsace wine producing region - a place to put on your travel list when you visit France.
Beautiful work. Shots are just like postcards.
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Apr 24, 2015 12:21:11 #
ebbote wrote:
Very good Ted, through your lens I have seen Europe.
Thank you, Earnest. My wish for you is that you be able to take a trip there yourself and see it as it really is. What I share is but a small glimpse of what it's really like.
Hope you have a wonderful weekend,
ted
Apr 24, 2015 12:24:18 #
juleskarney wrote:
Beautiful work. Shots are just like postcards.
Thanks, Jules, you are very kind with your compliments - appreciate it. To be honest, however, it's pretty hard to miss when in places like that.
Hope your weekend is really great,
ted
Apr 24, 2015 12:26:20 #
At my age (72) I doubt that it will ever happen, thanks for
the thought Ted.
the thought Ted.
travelerted wrote:
Thank you, Earnest. My wish for you is that you be able to take a trip there yourself and see it as it really is. What I share is but a small glimpse of what it's really like.
Hope you have a wonderful weekend,
ted
Hope you have a wonderful weekend,
ted
Apr 24, 2015 12:40:54 #
ebbote wrote:
At my age (72) I doubt that it will ever happen, thanks for
the thought Ted.
the thought Ted.
You never know, we're 71 and going to Tuscany in about five weeks, and my wife is planning a group for a 2016 Danube River cruise. No need to stop now!
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