Returning to Barcelona

Barcelona holds a special place in my heart as it is where I first experimented with an SLR camera. I still have images of Gaudi’s Pedrera chimneys on the wall at home. For years I have been keen to get back there and photograph some more.

Anyone who has been to Barcelona will know that there is SO much to do there – you really do have to focus in on some favourite places.

I found a few themes occurring and attracting me whilst I was there: tourists interacting with the city, street perfromers and of course my age old obsession with reflections (I find it fascinating that we often see so much of a place through reflections, often without realising)

I’ve used a variety of styles throughout the post and would love to hear which you like best.

Cx

I loved the way street performers were ever present, even when they weren’t working…



My new favourite place in Barcelon – the Pedrables Monastery. Very serene – especially in a thunder storm it seemed!

A few shots of Gaudi’s Sagrada Familia. I hope to dedicate a post to Gaudi’s chimneys soon…



And to finish off, a shot of the “Dancing fountains” – unexpectedly breathtaking…

Laura - April 15, 2010 - 7:52 pm

Having been to Barcelona I can appreciate your love of it but I have to say Clare, I am absolutely blown away by your photographs. Truly stunning – particularly the puddle reflection image. Would love that blown up!

Clare Barrins - April 15, 2010 - 3:11 pm

I’m off to Barcelona for the first time in May and your pictures have just made me so excited! Thanks!

Jon Boyle - April 14, 2010 - 10:52 pm

Love it love it love it! Whenever I think of Barca, on of the first things I think of is the street performers. Love the way you’ve captured another side to them.
It is definitely one our favourite cities. We’re going back in September – guess what – it’ll be our first city break with our SLR!
JBx

naina - April 14, 2010 - 9:46 pm

Nude cyclist :) great timing with your camera, as always.
Also love the reflections in the 4 windows with 4 people on the steps in front. Very nicely framed.

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