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Fishermen's boats


Fishermen's boats
Information sur la photo
Copyright: Lasse Lofstrom (ellelloo) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 215 W: 8 N: 556] (2136)
Genre: Lieux
Média: Couleur
Date de prise de vue: 2006-10-05
Catégories: Architecture, Evénement
Appareil photographique: Canon 350D (Digital Rebel XT), Canon EF 17-40mm f/4L USM
Exposition: f/13.0, 1/320 secondes
More Photo Info: [view]
Map: [view]
Versions: version originale, Workshop
Thème(s): My top shots, Helsinki Lutheran Cathedral [view contributor(s)]
Date de soumission: 2008-08-08 2:34
Vue: 746
Points: 60
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Baltic Herring Fair in Helsinki.
Fishermen have been gathering round Helsinki Market Square at the beginning of October to sell their wares ever since the 18th century. The tradition continues to this day and each October Helsinki hosts the Baltic Herring Fair, one of the city's oldest traditional events. The market is packed with salted, pickled and marinated fish and special events also take place. As well as traditional marinade recipes, there are also exotic options on offer too ranging from lemon and rowanberry to cayenne pepper and garlic. Some stalls also sell items such as socks, hats and jumpers made from the wool of sheep living on the remote islands, as well as loaves of the delicious black bread so popular in the Finnish archipelago.

The photo shows the islanders' boats gathered at the market place wharf in October 2006. The house on the right is Helsinki City Hall (1833), designed by Carl Ludvig Engel, who is known for his neoclassical (empire) style. He had a great impact on the architecture of Finland in the first part of the 19th century. Behind it is the dome of Helsinki cathedral, which has been shown in many TE photos.

(Wikipedia)

The clouds were rising suddenly and it was obvious that it would rain soon. And so it did. We were soaked
after we reached our car, which was parked about 2 km away from the market place.

In WS you can see one of the selling stalls, however from the fair of two years earlier, in 2004.

PP: cropping, adjusting highlights, adding contrast, sharpening.
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Hei Lasse,
Quite different feeling from usual on this place with all those visiting fishing boats. Cosy looking atmosphere, which obviously changed quickly when those dark clouds started raining.
Kari

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  • aadilj Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1975 W: 62 N: 1579] (11542)
  • [2008-08-08 2:49]

Thats a lovely and extremely serene capture with those superb reflections, contrasts, textures and colours. Everything adds up so well. I like the balance

Lasse,
Excellent shot with a great reflection. The reflection gives the shot nice depth and balance. The lighting and colors are great with excellent sharpness and DOF. The dark clouds provide nice contrast to the brightly lit foreground. This waterside market reminds me of the fish market in Bergen, Norway.
TFS,
Asa

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  • daddo Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1779 W: 32 N: 1923] (8493)
  • [2008-08-08 4:09]

Hi Lasse. This is a lovely shot with its mixture of neoclassical architecture with its clean lines and the more chaotic assortment of boats. The light is superb and I think its augmented by the dramatic sky. Lovely composition that lets us enjoy many details and the fine reflection on the water. Well done Lasse.Regards. Klaudio.

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  • makis Silver Star Critiquer/Silver Note Writer [C: 26 W: 1 N: 48] (255)
  • [2008-08-08 4:10]

Hi Lasse,
this is a very nice picture full of atmosphere. Very interesting note too.
Best regards
Thomas

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  • ifege Silver Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 31 W: 3 N: 102] (437)
  • [2008-08-08 4:13]

A great photo Lasse
you really did well making use of the Clouds but the composition and sharpness help as well.
regards
Ian

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  • molla Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 651 W: 85 N: 841] (5518)
  • [2008-08-08 4:31]

Hej LAsse,
Sunshine and dark clouds is always a good combination. this image almost has a mediterranean mood with the bright boats and building against the dark water and sky, the orange adds a lot to the comp.
Anders

Hi Lasse, very good POV and composition, i like the reflection, very good natural colors and well balanced. well captured.
Sam.

Hi, Lasse.
Great light. Is a fantastic light, so clear, so careful.
The composition is accurate.
Regards
Renzo

Hi Lasse,
I have already seen many captures of this famous place, but your composition is very special due to the phantastic light and the wonderful reflections. Congratulation!
Best regards
Harriet

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  • carper Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 9719 W: 446 N: 15853] (56062)
  • [2008-08-08 8:27]

very good one Lasse,
I like the use of the water here with reflection, a good composition a fine contrast and a very good balance, this are the good moments for making a photo, thanks for sharing, good photojob here, have a nice weekend.
gr. jaap

Hello Lasse,

A good POV and a good use of (not easy) light. I like the nice reflections in the water. Good contrast and textures too.
Have a good evening,
Roger

hello Lasse,
nice shot i like this view this port is very beautiful. colours are very good
congratulations
tiago

Hello Lasse,
The lighting on the buildings and on the boats is great and contrasts beautifully with the dark sky and also with the water.
Excellent sharpness.
Best regards, Paul

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  • lousat Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 954 W: 14 N: 833] (5706)
  • [2008-08-08 14:00]

Hi Lasse,it seem the same theme of my last pic,same clouds,same reflections on the water. Beautifull pic,perfect moment to take,all is perfect,the light,the colors,the sharpness and the beautifull finnish atmosphere!!My best compliments,very well done,have a nice weekend,LUCIANO

Hi Lasse.
Ottima foto ben eseguita e ben composta.
Ciao Renzo

Hej Lasse,
Very fine reflections and a motive that can really work as pure touristic propaganda! It´s a now many years since I was here in Helsingfors, but we never missed the opportunity to go to the nearby market hall to buy "basturökt skinka".
Hälsningar från Göteborg
Gunnar

Excellent colors and reflections, that light before the storm/rain is very good for the photos.Sun-light and cloudy sky-great combination!
Excellent framing, I like the white buildings and the boats on the silver water.

TFS,
Andreea

Hi Lasse,good composed photo and special atmosphere of Baltic Herring Fair in Helsinki. Great light,colors and photo quality!
Excellent job!

TFS

Phil

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  • zeca Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3063 W: 162 N: 4436] (18578)
  • [2008-08-10 23:09]

I like this one a lot, Lasse! The light is beautiful, very well managed. When the sky is dark and we still have some light on the foreground, we always have a great opportunity and you use it very well, well composing the photo in this nice and cozy little corner of harbour. Well taken!
Regards,
Zeca

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  • dta Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 498 W: 0 N: 725] (3815)
  • [2008-08-12 14:03]

Hello Lasse ,
A very beautifull and impressive picture . I like a lot the damatic sky , and the dontrast with te light on the white buildings and boats . Nice reflection in the dark metallic water .
Best regards
Denis

Hej Lasse,
This corner with small fushing boats makes your capital city like a small provincial town, for having been there I know the big Viking, Silja & Co are just a few steps away and would provide a different impression if within the frame. The dramatic storym light pushing the highlights up is superb, I like such pictures a lot.
Have a nice day JY

Hi Lasse...
wonderful light condition for a dramatic atmosphere!
Excellent and clear composition, very interesting note too.
Very well done.
Warm Regards
Alessandro

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  • AgaA Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 179 W: 16 N: 85] (2542)
  • [2008-08-22 10:40]

Such bright light just before storm is really great in producing spectacular scenery, like this one. Contrast between dark sky and lightsome harbor is perfect. Very nice :)
Aga

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  • leo61 Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3752 W: 368 N: 7746] (33922)
  • [2008-08-23 22:29]

Hi Lasse!
I love this:strong sunlight and a great sky.Good composition with these boats as foreground for the interesting architecture.Good sharpness overall and nice reflections.
Regards,Leo

Very nice shot Lasse with great definition, clear colors, good textures, fresh reflections and light handling. Really good work.

Best regards.

Hi Lasse!!
Great capture!!
Wonderful point of view, very nice colours and contrasts for a superb sky!!!
Really well see and done!
Regards from Madrid.
Manuel.

Hello Lasse
The threatening clouds enhance this photo by helping create a grey scene and allowing the boats, market stalls and the cathedral to really stand out. I walked through this scene about 3 weeks before this date. TFS, Marlene

Hello Lasse,
I like this shot. The reflection in the water is excellent and the light conditions are great. When I was in Helsinki some 15 years ago there was a market going on.
Regards
John

Ciao Lasse,
finalmente ci fai vedere il centro di Helsinki!
E' una foto molto bella e interessante, con una bella luce estiva che illumina i palazzi e le barche (entrambi molto nordici nello stile). Belli anche i riflessi sull'acqua. Il colore del mare riflette quello del cielo e c'è una armonia quasi speculare tra queste due cose.
Ciao,
Donato

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