These are a wonderful series Susanne - you have such a keen eye and the colours are beautifully filmic. If I had to pick a favourite I would say the shadows of 2 and 3 and of course I'm seeing a face in the stonework of the ivy image!
It looks a lovely part of Hamburg to wander - I love to explore little narrow walkways and the quirks of peoples homes along the way. Our fishing town is build on two steep hills and in the old town there are many steps in the Twittens that run up the hills between main streets - so full of character.
This part is actually right by the river Elbe and some of the houses nearer by the water are old houses of fishermen and captains. Your little fishing town sounds wonderful. Thank you, Lin!
Isn't it interesting how old fishing communities have this type of streets for their homes - you can almost sense them winding their way back up the hills with their catch...or smuggled goods!😊
Hi Susanne, I have been a little behind on reading and just saw these precious photos! I love them so much! What a lovely stroll and such cohesion in the series itself! I remember the waters of Hamburg so fondly. We were supposed to visit Elbstrand, but ran out of time. I'd love to see more photos of your town!
Looks like a lovely place to take a stroll along all the meandering paths. I especially enjoyed the close up shot you included in this post - really nice! I also want to know why all the balloons on the door 😀
Beautiful images. I really like the one with the balloons. Something about balloons gives me the feels. They are often blown up with thoughts of fun and celebration and they keep that feeling beyond the occasion. I don’t know why, but that gives them an almost emotional quality, to me.
Thank you, Yasumi! And I totally agree with about the balloons. They are just never connected to something negative or heavy. The photograph would have a total different feel to it without them. And I probably wouldn‘t have made a photograph there..
I have been to Hamburg many times. My mother was born and raised in Hamburg. And one of my best friends lived there for years as well and we visited Blankenese a few times. So, yeah, I love Hamburg! :)
Really enjoyed this set of a place I've never heard of, but will certainly visit if the opportunity arises. The steps create a melancholy mood, but my favorites are the quiet scenes, of shadows on walls or the ivy roots. Weekly series sound a bit like they could become feeling too obligatory, but I hope you keep it up!
Lovely set. I hope you didn't do all the steps in one visit, and saved some for another day. In some way being on the hill helps these small pockets survive. When you have paths and alleys that are too narrow for a car, the future ignores a place. Much to its advantage and our enjoyment. Thank you, Susanne!
Thank you, Paul! This little quarter surely will be saved from further development because they way it was planned in the past. That‘s what makes it so charming.
I continue to enjoy seeing the variety of work you are bringing us, Susanne, and I especially like how you have themed this group of photos. (Also - very nice that you sequenced the photo with the #6 address as the sixth in your series. Yes - we noticed!
Thank you, Tom! It is always so interesting what you guys notice. Although, I give the sequencing a lot of thought, the number six wasn‘t planned. But I love that you saw that and pointed it out!
How wonderful! Your labyrinth of paths and steps reflect those journeys we all take ... the ascents and descents of the year, of life itself. Through your lens, each turn feels like a reminder that both rising and falling are part of our journey through life. Thanks so much for sharing, Susanne. 🙏💖
Thank you for your own interpretation of this sequence of photographs,Deborah! In hindsight this walk could be seen as life‘s journey. Some stretches were easy walks with pretty views, other parts strenuous climbs while hoping it would finally end. You never knew what would be waiting for you around the next corner… Thank you for this spark reflecting on this walk in a different way!
These are a wonderful series Susanne - you have such a keen eye and the colours are beautifully filmic. If I had to pick a favourite I would say the shadows of 2 and 3 and of course I'm seeing a face in the stonework of the ivy image!
It looks a lovely part of Hamburg to wander - I love to explore little narrow walkways and the quirks of peoples homes along the way. Our fishing town is build on two steep hills and in the old town there are many steps in the Twittens that run up the hills between main streets - so full of character.
This part is actually right by the river Elbe and some of the houses nearer by the water are old houses of fishermen and captains. Your little fishing town sounds wonderful. Thank you, Lin!
Isn't it interesting how old fishing communities have this type of streets for their homes - you can almost sense them winding their way back up the hills with their catch...or smuggled goods!😊
Love these photos with a human presence but with no humans in them, what a nice, picturesque walk!
Human presence with out humans is my speciality! 😃 Thank you for walking with me, Xavi!
Hi Susanne, I have been a little behind on reading and just saw these precious photos! I love them so much! What a lovely stroll and such cohesion in the series itself! I remember the waters of Hamburg so fondly. We were supposed to visit Elbstrand, but ran out of time. I'd love to see more photos of your town!
Thank you, Juliette! Next time you visit you can go. Or maybe the two of us together! 😉
I can’t wait!
Looks like a lovely place to take a stroll along all the meandering paths. I especially enjoyed the close up shot you included in this post - really nice! I also want to know why all the balloons on the door 😀
Thank you, Todd! I think the balloons were left overs from a party. 🎈
Many thanks for the tour. Love the details you chose to share.
You are very welcome! Thank you for looking!
Beautiful images. I really like the one with the balloons. Something about balloons gives me the feels. They are often blown up with thoughts of fun and celebration and they keep that feeling beyond the occasion. I don’t know why, but that gives them an almost emotional quality, to me.
Thank you, Yasumi! And I totally agree with about the balloons. They are just never connected to something negative or heavy. The photograph would have a total different feel to it without them. And I probably wouldn‘t have made a photograph there..
The homes are beautiful and pathways picturesque. I also enjoyed the small scenes. I am thinking of the health benefits of those many stairs!
I always think of moving companies when I am there. They must hate this area!🤣 But yes, the walk was a great workout! Thank you, Paul!
I love Blankenese!!
Have you been or do you just like it because of the photos? Anyway, thank you for looking!
I have been to Hamburg many times. My mother was born and raised in Hamburg. And one of my best friends lived there for years as well and we visited Blankenese a few times. So, yeah, I love Hamburg! :)
Your images gave me a good feel for the neighborhood. I especially like the smaller detail shots; they added a lot.
Thank you, Ernest! It is a cozy and picturesque neighbourhood!
Really enjoyed this set of a place I've never heard of, but will certainly visit if the opportunity arises. The steps create a melancholy mood, but my favorites are the quiet scenes, of shadows on walls or the ivy roots. Weekly series sound a bit like they could become feeling too obligatory, but I hope you keep it up!
Thank you, Vincent! I share these walks bi-weekly and I hope I can continue doing them.
That looks like a wonderful little enclave. Thanks for taking us on a photographic tour of it.
It sure is. Thank you for walking with me, Mark!
I love taking walks with you, Susanne!
Thank you, Chris! This is good to hear!
Wonderful pictures! Love the bicycle by the stone wall.
Thank you, Steve!
Lovely set. I hope you didn't do all the steps in one visit, and saved some for another day. In some way being on the hill helps these small pockets survive. When you have paths and alleys that are too narrow for a car, the future ignores a place. Much to its advantage and our enjoyment. Thank you, Susanne!
Thank you, Paul! This little quarter surely will be saved from further development because they way it was planned in the past. That‘s what makes it so charming.
No, no... Paul is the other guy 😂
Ooops! My apologies. It was still early! 🙈
I continue to enjoy seeing the variety of work you are bringing us, Susanne, and I especially like how you have themed this group of photos. (Also - very nice that you sequenced the photo with the #6 address as the sixth in your series. Yes - we noticed!
Thank you, Tom! It is always so interesting what you guys notice. Although, I give the sequencing a lot of thought, the number six wasn‘t planned. But I love that you saw that and pointed it out!
How wonderful! Your labyrinth of paths and steps reflect those journeys we all take ... the ascents and descents of the year, of life itself. Through your lens, each turn feels like a reminder that both rising and falling are part of our journey through life. Thanks so much for sharing, Susanne. 🙏💖
Thank you for your own interpretation of this sequence of photographs,Deborah! In hindsight this walk could be seen as life‘s journey. Some stretches were easy walks with pretty views, other parts strenuous climbs while hoping it would finally end. You never knew what would be waiting for you around the next corner… Thank you for this spark reflecting on this walk in a different way!