Potty

 Having taken a break from shots around Venice recently I have now run out of the star light/star trail images. Even though I shot several hundred separate photos because of the stacking process I only ended up with 8 or 9 final images which I hope you have enjoyed.

For today I have chosen something completely different and you might think a little odd. I was walking around a public garden in Venice when I noticed this row of pots lined up on a wall tucked away next to a greenhouse. I knew straight away that it would create a nice, simple image.

It will probably come as no surprise that my favourite of the two is the black and white one. I do like the warmth of the colours in the second shot but I think there are better shadows in the first image.

Anyway my next blog will be something of a landmark so I am going to have to try and do something special, be sure to look out for it... 

On The Tiles

For me there is something special about ancient rooftops and looking out across the city from the hidden gem that is the Scala Contarini del Bovolo (more of which in days to come) there are some fantastic views of the richly coloured terracotta tiles.

Each roof is a unique patchwork of tiles and you can see how new and old tiles lie side by side adding to the rich patina which gives these views added character.

Looking across the city you can see the tower and Basilica in St Marks Square which are two of Venice's most iconic landmarks but for me the rustic rooftops are just as much a part of the character of the city.

Given the warm colour of the tiles it may seem strange to post one last shot in black and white but I think this shot shows the contrast between the old and new.