tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-90533935646778009082024-02-19T17:45:49.214+01:00Berlin heutea photo a day from germany's capital cityHalcyonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02729819462354019534noreply@blogger.comBlogger754125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9053393564677800908.post-23874793110225518352017-10-09T09:12:00.000+02:002017-10-09T09:12:16.777+02:00Mural in the making<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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A few artists were hard at work on this mural exhibition in Steglitz. A new urban art gallery opened in Berlin just a few weeks ago. Perhaps this work was tied to that? More murals of all kinds can be found at <a href="http://oaklanddailyphoto.blogspot.de/2017/10/monday-mural-fish-tondo.html" target="_blank">Monday Mural</a>. </div>
Halcyonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02729819462354019534noreply@blogger.com14tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9053393564677800908.post-31023522250201272712017-09-13T11:19:00.000+02:002017-09-13T11:19:01.512+02:00Eye on you<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I get the feeling I'm being watched sometimes on the streets of Berlin. More signs of all kinds can be found <a href="http://signs2.blogspot.de/" target="_blank">here</a>.</div>
Halcyonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02729819462354019534noreply@blogger.com20tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9053393564677800908.post-86470558304970269092017-09-11T08:07:00.002+02:002017-09-11T08:07:45.441+02:00Your photo with the Berliner Bear<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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This utility box is painted up like a photo booth. It's pretty cute, though I wonder how many tourists take a few turns around the thing before realizing it's just an illusion! It's Monday again and you'll find more murals <a href="http://oaklanddailyphoto.blogspot.de/2017/09/monday-mural-slam-dunk.html" target="_blank">here</a>.</div>
Halcyonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02729819462354019534noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9053393564677800908.post-42727738888081816492017-09-01T00:00:00.000+02:002017-09-01T00:00:32.808+02:00September theme day: Photographing the photographer<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I caught my friend getting a picture of the chandelier in this green tea room at a local art gallery. Right away, I knew it was the perfect shot for the theme day. You'll find more variations on this month's theme <a href="http://cdpbthemeday.blogspot.de/2017/08/september-theme-day-gallery.html" target="_blank">here</a>.</div>
Halcyonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02729819462354019534noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9053393564677800908.post-3814362479214969482017-08-23T00:00:00.000+02:002017-08-23T00:00:27.273+02:00Nivea bear<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Another bear sighting! This one is in front of the <a href="https://www.nivea.de/nivea-haus/nivea-haus/" target="_blank"><i>Nivea Haus</i></a> on <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Unter_den_Linden" target="_blank"><i>Unter den Linden</i></a>. It's Wednesday and you'll find more signs <a href="http://signs2.blogspot.de/" target="_blank">here</a>. </div>
Halcyonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02729819462354019534noreply@blogger.com14tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9053393564677800908.post-24518777991954913762017-08-21T00:00:00.000+02:002017-08-21T00:00:06.900+02:00Lucha libre<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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This mural looks like a masked lucha libre fighter to me. I haven't heard of the artist, but they must be well-known as the <a href="https://www.pilpeled.com/gallery/outdoor" target="_blank">Pilpeled</a> website is filled with other works. It's Monday again and you'll find more murals on <a href="http://oaklanddailyphoto.blogspot.de/" target="_blank">Monday Mural</a>.</div>
Halcyonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02729819462354019534noreply@blogger.com14tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9053393564677800908.post-43057548050269948492017-08-18T09:44:00.000+02:002017-08-18T09:44:09.843+02:00Summer skies<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Looking at the <a href="http://sdtb.de/index.php?id=623&type=0" target="_blank">Museum of Transportation</a> from the canals in Kreuzberg. I just love the blue summer skies, you'll find more at <a href="http://skyley.blogspot.de/2017/08/skywatch-friday-17-august-2017-edition.html" target="_blank">Skywatch</a>. </div>
Halcyonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02729819462354019534noreply@blogger.com15tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9053393564677800908.post-54803224129394394162017-08-16T09:49:00.003+02:002017-08-16T09:49:37.771+02:00Hollyhocks<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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A beautiful display of hollyhocks in Wannsee. I love the simplicity of these flowers, in German they're called farmers roses.</div>
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And a look at the hollyhock bicycle, which I featured <a href="http://berlin-365.blogspot.de/2015/08/back-to-bikes.html" target="_blank">here</a> back in 2015. This bicycle had been parked in the same place for almost three years... just last week I saw that it was moved to another lamppost about 50 meters away. I wonder if it gets lonely now without its longtime hollyhock companion.</div>
Halcyonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02729819462354019534noreply@blogger.com16tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9053393564677800908.post-25899287982733997402017-08-14T10:54:00.001+02:002017-08-14T10:54:26.629+02:00Cool cat<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I found this cool cat in <i>Schöneberg</i>, just around the corner from where the long-awaited <a href="https://www.urban-nation.com/" target="_blank">Museum of Contemporary Urban Art</a> is set to open up this September. It is atop my list of places to visit once the doors open. Until then, you'll find more murals at <a href="http://oaklanddailyphoto.blogspot.de/2017/08/monday-mural-almost-caught.html" target="_blank">Monday Mural</a>.</div>
Halcyonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02729819462354019534noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9053393564677800908.post-9788489498637706572017-08-08T08:32:00.000+02:002017-08-08T08:32:36.615+02:00Ten years of photo blogging<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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It all began ten years ago when I left Paris, France for Jackson, Mississippi. I was unemployed for awhile in Jackson and an old colleague in Paris sent me a link to Eric Tenin's Paris blog. I was quickly hooked and joined the City Daily Photo network with <a href="https://magnoliadailyphoto.blogspot.de/" target="_blank">Jackson Daily Photo</a>. Having a blog to fill gave me a reason to get out and about and discover my new home.</div>
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When we moved to Toronto four years later, I continued photo blogging on <a href="http://torontodp.blogspot.de/" target="_blank">One a Day from Toronto</a>. Once again, taking pictures helped me adjust to life in a new city.</div>
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We've been back in Berlin (my husband's hometown) for four years now. I don't post as often now as I know the city quite well, but I still enjoy being part of the CDP network. I cherish all the friendships I've made (both virtual and otherwise) through blogging. Let's see where we go from here! </div>
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<i>PS: I'm posting photos from my three-month tour of Southeast Asia on <a href="http://halcyontravels.blogspot.de/" target="_blank">Halcyon Travels</a>. Stop by and take a look.</i></div>
Halcyonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02729819462354019534noreply@blogger.com17tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9053393564677800908.post-39438621738260327452017-08-04T00:00:00.000+02:002017-08-04T00:00:00.322+02:00Salve<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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There is something I really like about this doorway - actually many things! The arches, the details surrounding the door, the small oval window... but especially the built in Latin welcome mat! </div>
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Happy Friday! Hope you have a fantastic weekend ahead.</div>
Halcyonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02729819462354019534noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9053393564677800908.post-35656532375322506512017-08-02T00:00:00.000+02:002017-08-02T00:00:28.697+02:00Bikes for hire<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I love how these rental bicycles were displayed like a rainbow inside the S-Bahn station at Wannsee. More signs can be found at <a href="http://signs2.blogspot.de/" target="_blank">Signs, Signs</a>. </div>
Halcyonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02729819462354019534noreply@blogger.com16tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9053393564677800908.post-82733837419566231232017-07-31T10:04:00.002+02:002017-07-31T10:04:56.410+02:00Anne Frank<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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A likeness of Anne Frank is on the wall just outside the <a href="https://www.annefrank.de/en/exhibition-in-berlin/" target="_blank">Anne Frank center</a> here in Berlin. I love the joy in her eyes and smile, although we all know she came to a tragic end. It's Monday and you'll find more murals <a href="http://oaklanddailyphoto.blogspot.de/2017/07/monday-mural.html" target="_blank">here</a>. </div>
Halcyonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02729819462354019534noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9053393564677800908.post-59390334544405083862017-07-28T00:00:00.000+02:002017-07-28T00:00:41.146+02:00Hallesches Tor<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hallesches_Tor_%28Berlin_U-Bahn%29" target="_blank"><i>Hallesches Tor</i></a> is not one of the most beautiful U-Bahn stations by any means, but being right next to a canal gives it a certain cachet. The weekend is finally here and you'll find more reflections at <a href="http://weekendreflection.blogspot.de/" target="_blank">Weekend Reflections</a>.</div>
Halcyonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02729819462354019534noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9053393564677800908.post-86261573213718414032017-07-26T17:33:00.002+02:002017-07-26T17:33:43.669+02:00Französischer Dom<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Blue skies shine above the <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/French_Cathedral,_Berlin" target="_blank">French Cathedral</a> on the <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gendarmenmarkt" target="_blank">Gendarmenmarkt Square</a>. Unfortunately, today's skies are not so blue, but rather gray and rainy. Hope the summer weather returns soon. If you're looking for more signs, you'll find them <a href="http://signs2.blogspot.de/" target="_blank">here</a>! </div>
Halcyonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02729819462354019534noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9053393564677800908.post-31768761955176307822017-07-24T08:57:00.001+02:002017-07-24T08:57:25.133+02:00Blindfolded<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I'm not sure who these people are and why their eyes have been "blindfolded", but it certainly gave me something to ponder when walking through my neighborhood recently. It's Monday again and you'll find more murals <a href="http://oaklanddailyphoto.blogspot.de/2017/07/monday-mural-chrome-king.html" target="_blank">here</a>. </div>
Halcyonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02729819462354019534noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9053393564677800908.post-57815208632208109842017-06-12T00:10:00.000+02:002017-06-12T00:10:03.122+02:00Berlin crest<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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This mural showing the red bear from the Berlin city flag, was on the other side of the building where I found <a href="http://berlin-365.blogspot.de/2017/06/knight-in-shining-armor.html" target="_blank">last week's mural</a>. I do love that Berlin bear! It's Monday again and you'll find more murals <a href="http://oaklanddailyphoto.blogspot.de/" target="_blank">here</a>.</div>
Halcyonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02729819462354019534noreply@blogger.com19tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9053393564677800908.post-3720599433657657922017-06-07T08:23:00.001+02:002017-06-07T08:29:25.505+02:00Obey and other signs<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I recently learned that these Obey signs are the work of well-known street artist, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shepard_Fairey" target="_blank">Shepard Fairey</a>. He's a South Carolina native, but built his street cred as a student at the Rhode Island School of Design with his <i><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Andre_the_Giant_Has_a_Posse" target="_blank">Andre the Giant has a Posse</a> </i>campaign. If you're looking for them, you'll find these posters in cities all over the world (I've seen quite a few in Berlin, now that I know what they are!).<br />
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Fairey has come quite a way since his student days, his most famous work is probably the Obama campaign poster, but he's also built up a successful clothing line, simply called Obey. If you're interested in his work, you can see more <a href="https://obeygiant.com/" target="_blank">here</a>. And of course, you'll find more signs of all kinds at the weekly linkup, <a href="http://signs2.blogspot.de/" target="_blank">Signs, Signs</a>. </div>
Halcyonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02729819462354019534noreply@blogger.com14tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9053393564677800908.post-88654093881202523522017-06-05T14:07:00.003+02:002017-06-05T14:07:31.334+02:00Knight in shining armor<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I found this knight, ready and willing to protect children at the playground, during a recent stroll through my neighborhood. A brave fellow, indeed! It's Monday again and you'll find more murals <a href="http://oaklanddailyphoto.blogspot.de/2017/06/monday-mural-ghost-ship.html" target="_blank">here</a>.</div>
Halcyonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02729819462354019534noreply@blogger.com16tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9053393564677800908.post-41854577741409222432017-06-02T09:32:00.002+02:002017-06-02T09:32:47.988+02:00Lone piano<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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This piano certainly looks like it's seen better days. I do like the contrast of its drab color against that red wall. </div>
Halcyonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02729819462354019534noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9053393564677800908.post-65880049607338502022017-05-30T15:38:00.002+02:002017-05-30T15:38:57.132+02:00Marbles<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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A collection of marble sculptures inside the newly refurbished wing of the <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charlottenburg_Palace" target="_blank"><i>Schloss Charlottenburg</i></a>. I recently saw a performance of Mozart's greatest hits in one of the upper rooms. It was a real treat to see the palace "after hours" and the musicians were really talented, especially the soprano. Hopefully there will be other performances to enjoy in the future!</div>
Halcyonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02729819462354019534noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9053393564677800908.post-71481563227268680002017-05-28T13:35:00.003+02:002017-05-28T13:35:55.244+02:00Shadowy designs<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Interesting designs seen on a sunny day at the <a href="http://meine-markthalle.de/en/" target="_blank"><i>Marheineke Markthalle</i></a> in Kreuzberg. For more shadowy shots, head over to <a href="http://shadowshotsunday2.blogspot.de/2017/05/in-tune.html" target="_blank">Shadow Shot Sunday</a>.</div>
Halcyonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02729819462354019534noreply@blogger.com14tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9053393564677800908.post-65008249489715430342017-05-24T08:18:00.000+02:002017-05-24T08:18:35.841+02:00Book box and bass<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I found another book box when I was out and about recently. How serendipitous that this man with a double bass just happened to walk through my shot! It's Wednesday and you'll find more signs at <a href="http://signs2.blogspot.de/" target="_blank">Signs, Signs</a>. </div>
Halcyonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02729819462354019534noreply@blogger.com17tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9053393564677800908.post-24001789577862409062017-05-22T21:33:00.003+02:002017-05-22T21:33:45.513+02:00Political statement?<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I'm sure this mural means something, I'm just not sure what. Mural lovers will find more street art at <a href="http://oaklanddailyphoto.blogspot.de/2017/05/monday-mural-abuelita.html" target="_blank">Monday Mural</a>.</div>
Halcyonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02729819462354019534noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9053393564677800908.post-84499497812983865182017-04-12T12:27:00.001+02:002017-04-12T12:27:16.082+02:00Blue skies in Kreuzberg<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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The beautiful, blue sky makes an excellent backdrop for the traditional red brick churches of Berlin. </div>
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