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Black & White Sunday: Cityscape

Do you prefer cityscapes in colour or in black and white? This one is a photo of Venice, a panorama to be exact, made by stitching several frames.

(If you click on the photo to zoom in, you’ll be able to see all the details)

I would like you to check out participants’ entries. Click on the titles bellow:

Singapore Skyline by Debbie

Cityscape by Ese

Cityscape by Art is Horseshit

Cityscape by Susan Judd

Cityscape by Klara

Cityscape by Traces of the Soul

Cityscape by the Jagged Man

Cityscape by Middletone Road

Cityscape by Lucile

Cityscape by Francesca

Cityscape by Colline

Cityscape by Mofman

Paula

August 9, 2015

B&W, B&W, Black & White Sunday, Italy, Music, Photography

black & white photography, Cityscape

69 responses to “Black & White Sunday: Cityscape”

Debbie Smyth

August 9, 2015 at 10:45 am

I like them in both! I often find it hard to choose – it does depend on the individual shot, but in the end it comes down to my mood and the effect I want at the time. I like your Venice shot in b&w – in colour it would be “oh that’s pretty” but in b&w it invites you to look more closely and enjoy the architecture. I’m off to choose my own cityscape to share with you …

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1. Paula
  
  August 9, 2015 at 11:55 am
  
  Oh, I did not except the nigh shot. I love it Debs 🙂
  
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Sue

August 9, 2015 at 10:53 am

I agree with Debbie…depends on my mood, and the subject matter. Actually, I don’t think I’ve much in the way of cityscapes!

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1. Paula
  
  August 10, 2015 at 9:06 am
  
  l like what you offered Sue 🙂
  
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  1. Sue
    
    August 10, 2015 at 9:09 am
    
    🙂
    
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Singapore Skyline by Night | Travel with Intent

August 9, 2015 at 11:01 am

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morselsandscraps

August 9, 2015 at 11:08 am

Colour for me I think.

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1. Paula
  
  August 10, 2015 at 9:05 am
  
  Right, I don’t remember seeing many B&W’s from you.
  
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  1. morselsandscraps
    
    August 10, 2015 at 10:58 am
    
    Only when nudged, or in a fiddling mood. A photo has to be really good to b&w it successfully. Your photos are really good!
    
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Patti Kuche

August 9, 2015 at 11:23 am

Wow Paula, what a great shot and I hope everyone clicks it to see it big screen for even more fabulous detail!

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1. Paula
  
  August 10, 2015 at 9:06 am
  
  Thank you very much, Patti. 🙂
  
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Ese’ s Voice

August 9, 2015 at 11:36 am

That’ s a tough question…probably colours add more…liveliness to a cityscape while B&W reveals much more detailed perspective. Like B&W films that sometimes turn out to be more impressive and…pronounced than the other ones. I think I am still balancing between those two!
Your panorama of Venice is exquisite…perfectly stitched, just like Italy is (for me). And that feeling of almost stillness in the photo which – when looking a bit closer, turns into movement of various types.
Here’s mine: https://esengasvoice.wordpress.com/2015/08/09/black-white-sunday-cityscape/
Have a great Sunday, dear Paula! 🙂

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1. Paula
  
  August 9, 2015 at 11:51 am
  
  Thank you for this analysis and your views on colour vs B&W. You are very perceptive, and yes this photo is best viewed zoomed in. I always enjoy your entries and am very intrigued with your cityscape. Beautifully captured; love the winding coastline in the background.
  
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76sanfermo

August 9, 2015 at 12:18 pm

It depends:
If you are dealing with an exceptional take , I think B&W may give it a particular touch of classic and solemn taste…
Otherwise , the colour version may add interest and vividness to an ordinary one…
This Venice , is simply awesome!

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1. Paula
  
  August 9, 2015 at 1:05 pm
  
  Thank you for commenting. I think that B&W was a good choice here though I had posted the same scene in colour before.
  
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  1. 76sanfermo
    
    August 9, 2015 at 1:26 pm
    
    I perfectly remember , and loved that version too, but this one is something you could find in an encyclopedia or in an artist collection…
    H&K
    
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    1. Paula
      
      August 10, 2015 at 9:07 am
      
      Grazie, Anna 🙂
      
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klara b

August 9, 2015 at 1:23 pm

hmmm, tough to say. I guess for me it depends on the individual photo.
http://lessywannagohome.blogspot.be/2015/08/bw-sunday-cityscape.html

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1. Paula
  
  August 10, 2015 at 9:07 am
  
  Your view of Tokyo is impressive and the shot is so clear. Thank you, Klara.
  
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August 9, 2015 at 1:59 pm

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Sue

August 9, 2015 at 2:01 pm

Here’s one I found from London: http://suejudd.com/2015/08/09/black-white-sunday-cityscape/

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1. Paula
  
  August 10, 2015 at 9:08 am
  
  It’s a great city. Thank you, Sue.
  
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  1. Sue
    
    August 10, 2015 at 9:09 am
    
    🙂
    
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desleyjane

August 9, 2015 at 2:51 pm

I absolutely love cityscapes in black and white. Great shots.

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1. Paula
  
  August 10, 2015 at 9:08 am
  
  ‘m glad you do. Thank you kindly Desley.
  
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Colline

August 9, 2015 at 2:53 pm

Both are enjoyable to look at, I think. It always depends on what the photographer wants to focus on.
PS: I will go out today to take a specific photo – I will share it with you later (probably tomorrow 🙂 )

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1. Paula
  
  August 9, 2015 at 3:17 pm
  
  Thank you, Colline. I look forward to seeing the result of your shooting.
  
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Cardinal Guzman

August 9, 2015 at 2:58 pm

Your B&W is good, but in general I prefer cityscapes in colours. To be more specific: night cityscapes in colours.

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1. Cardinal Guzman
  
  August 9, 2015 at 3:05 pm
  
  https://artishorseshit.wordpress.com/2015/08/09/black-white-sunday-cityscape/
  
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2. Paula
  
  August 9, 2015 at 3:32 pm
  
  I like them all 🙂
  
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Black & White Sunday: Cityscape | artishorseshit

August 9, 2015 at 3:05 pm

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1. Paula
  
  August 9, 2015 at 3:21 pm
  
  They are lovely, thank you.
  
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Black and White Sunday | Traces of the Soul

August 9, 2015 at 4:50 pm

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themofman

August 9, 2015 at 6:55 pm

Beautifully done, Paula. This came out very well.

Top contributions from everyone else too. I’ll be posting mine shortly.

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1. Paula
  
  August 9, 2015 at 8:18 pm
  
  Thank you very much, Allan. I look forward to your post.
  
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LDG luciledegodoy

August 9, 2015 at 8:19 pm

I’m biased for my love to black and white photo, which makes me focus on the structure and contrast and not get lost enjoying the overall colorful view. It’s a matter of taste but as a generalist, I can say that B&W help me to focus.
Your photo is simply gorgeous. Well executed. It’s not easy to stitch frames. Well done.

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1. Paula
  
  August 9, 2015 at 8:28 pm
  
  Obrigada Lucile
  
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August 9, 2015 at 10:12 pm

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jmsabbagh

August 9, 2015 at 10:22 pm

Hi Paula ,there is an exceptional beauty in classic black and white pictures .Jalal

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1. Paula
  
  August 10, 2015 at 9:41 am
  
  Thanks, Jalal. Lovely to hear from you. 🙂
  
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  1. jmsabbagh
    
    August 10, 2015 at 6:34 pm
    
    Lovely to hear from you Paula.
    
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babsje

August 10, 2015 at 12:55 am

Hi Paula- There is something timeless about your panoramic photo of Vienna that makes it really striking. It would work well in sepia, too, I think, but as it is, I can envision it lining the cover of a book, wrapping all the way around from front to back cover, or even inside the front cover, continuing inside the back. Very nicely done! Best, Babsje

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1. Paula
  
  August 10, 2015 at 9:43 am
  
  Thank you very much for the praise Babsje. I was thinking about sepia too, and this one has a tiny touch of it 😉
  
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  1. babsje
    
    August 10, 2015 at 2:54 pm
    
    You’re welcome, Paula. It really is timeless, and I can also imagine viewing it through one of those old-time hand-held stereoscopes. Best, Babsje
    
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anotherday2paradise

August 10, 2015 at 12:59 am

Fabulous image, Paula. It really came to life when I clicked on it. 🙂

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1. Paula
  
  August 10, 2015 at 9:44 am
  
  Many thanks my dear Sylvia. I am so glad you gave ti a click. Hope the tune was to your liking too. xx
  
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August 10, 2015 at 3:05 am

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The Jagged Man

August 10, 2015 at 3:09 am

Very nice panorama Paula! I have not had the time to devote to finding what I am doing wrong on the few I have tried but who knows maybe I can try again at a later date. As far as cityscape in B&W verse Color: I like day time shots in B&W and night captures in color. So here is a day time and a night shot in B&W : http://daffodilhillphotography.com/2015/08/09/black-white-sunday-cityscape/

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1. Paula
  
  August 10, 2015 at 9:46 am
  
  Daytime shots in B&W and night captures in colour 🙂 I think my hubby said the same thing. Great hearing your opinion, John and thank you for sharing such lovely photos.
  
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  1. The Jagged Man
    
    August 10, 2015 at 2:08 pm
    
    You are very welcome Paula, and as always my pleasure.
    
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lumar1298

August 10, 2015 at 6:26 pm

I like them both, but I do like to add a little touch of color. Lovely shot.

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1. Paula
  
  August 11, 2015 at 10:56 pm
  
  I understand Lor 🙂
  
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restlessjo

August 11, 2015 at 4:42 pm

For me, Venice isn’t Venice without the colour. (well, you did ask! 🙂 ) But I adore the black and white tiles beneath your feet 🙂

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1. Paula
  
  August 11, 2015 at 4:57 pm
  
  I know your views, but they are not B&W
  
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klara b

August 12, 2015 at 5:59 pm

Paula, it seems that the link to today’s (12/08/2015) Thursday Special is malfunctioning. There is no post.

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1. Paula
  
  August 12, 2015 at 6:01 pm
  
  It will be up.at midnight. I pressed published by mistake. Thank you for telling me, Klara.
  
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  1. klara b
    
    August 12, 2015 at 6:09 pm
    
    hehehe, I just realized it’s not Thursday 🙂
    
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Uday Narayanan

August 13, 2015 at 6:55 am

It’s actually refreshing to see a Venice photograph in B&W 🙂 Nice one, Paula.

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1. Paula
  
  August 14, 2015 at 11:01 am
  
  Thank you, Uday. I thought that a timeless city like Venice deserved a B&W rendition 🙂
  
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Lignum Draco

August 13, 2015 at 12:22 pm

Cityscapes and architecture really photograph well in B&W. Great shot, Paula.

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1. Paula
  
  August 13, 2015 at 12:24 pm
  
  Venice is eternal or so we would like to believe, and I thought it would be fitting to make it B&W. I appreciate your kind comment, Draco.
  
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August 13, 2015 at 3:21 pm

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Leya

August 14, 2015 at 1:12 pm

I like both – but is not used to B&W myself. Practicing to get better…These are great!

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1. Paula
  
  August 18, 2015 at 4:05 pm
  
  I firmly believe that your black and white photography would be as good as your photography in colour.
  
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  1. Leya
    
    August 18, 2015 at 11:12 pm
    
    Thank you for this encouragement, Paula! I might try a little harder!
    
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smilingtoad

August 18, 2015 at 7:32 pm

I adore city-scapes in black-and-white and also in very muted colour the most, especially brushed with fog or brooding with rain or the threat of rain or storm. I see more details and tend to notice more depth, shape, and contrast. I also tend to feel more emotion in a black-and-white city-scape. I do adore the rich bright colours of the lights punching through a deeply blue twilight, very much too, or the vibrant saturation of copper sunlight beaming off glossy buildings at sunset, or the blaze of fiery trees touched with the glow of autumn nestled amongst the scintillating skyscrapers…and…Bah, I love it all! And I loved every photo in this entry. Brilliant. And the music was absolutely delightful- I had to play it twice! All the best,

Autumn Jade

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1. Paula
  
  August 18, 2015 at 7:35 pm
  
  Autumn Jade, I really appreciate that you came here to admire the entries. The way you talk about photography shows how passionate about it you are. (I love that piece of music too 🙂 Thank you, Paula
  
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