Jun 2, 2015 | Photo Essay, Projects, Somewhere in Holland
The fourth edition of the biennial International Sculpture Festival – “ArtZuid” in Amsterdam was showcased from May 22 to 22 September 2015. The 2.5 km long route has numerous sculptures installed, from over 21 artists.
Apr 24, 2015 | Projects, Somewhere in Holland, Street
Amsterdam is not all about 16th century architecture. In this shot, in the suburbs of Amstelveen, is an elderly couple taking a walk by a canal with tall apartment buildings for company. Old architecture might not to be found everywhere in the Netherlands, but water...
Apr 24, 2015 | City & Architecture, How I made this photo?, Projects, Somewhere in Holland
I made this photograph while roaming around in the streets of Amsterdam besides the canals. I was lucky to be carrying my tripod with me that day which allowed to stop and set up base here for around half hour to get this shot. The clouds were just perfect at the time of sunset and the lighting in the city was just beginning to light up as it was getting dark.
Apr 23, 2015 | Projects, Somewhere in Holland, Street
It was sunny when he came towards the window to sit and relax, hoping to catch some sunshine on an otherwise gloomy week. But after a few minutes, the sun was gone leaving Amsterdam in its all familiar grey color. He saw above towards the overcast sky and clouds which...
Apr 19, 2015 | Projects, Somewhere in Holland, Street
Scene 1 “Tom, what a relief to get out of office! I can’t wait for the weekend.” “Oh yes, especially with such a hectic week. Any plans for the weekend? Monday is off, which makes it a long weekend.” “I haven’t thought about...
Apr 17, 2015 | City & Architecture, Projects, Somewhere in Holland
Amsterdam is the perfect mix of tradition and modernity. While on one hand it has preserved its 16th century houses, on the other hand it is certainly not behind with modern skyscrapers and glass buildings which have come up in different parts of the city. Even the...
Apr 15, 2015 | Projects, Somewhere in Holland, Street
“I wonder who painted this meaningless graffiti on this street, and why?”, said a voice in his head as he drove past the painted wall on his way back home. “Maybe it meant something to the person who painted it.”, said another voice from his...
Apr 13, 2015 | Projects, Somewhere in Holland, Street
A normal looking day in Amsterdam, near the Westerkerk Church on the banks of the Prinsengracht Canal. It is the largest church in the Netherlands. The church was built between 1620 and 1631. For me, this shot is the quintessential Amsterdam – a bridge...
Apr 11, 2015 | Projects, Somewhere in Holland, Street
“Age is catching up with me.”, he was feeling more tired than usual today. “Or maybe today was just a hard day. Should I sit down and relax for a few minutes.” “Oh look, even this bench is broken. Perhaps it is also an old one, just like...
Apr 8, 2015 | Projects, Somewhere in Holland, Street
Winters in the Netherlands can be consistently wet and cold. With the days getting shorter, it is normal to go to work before sunrise and head back to work after sunset. All this can get very depressing at times as you hardly get to see daylight. But god bless the...
