Barcelona. One of my favourite and most memorable cities. Now I don't boast to be a photographer (I am far from that) I just love taking photos with my camera from an angle or place, as I saw it through my eyes at the time. I believe every photo captures a special memory, that we will never be able to live again but is there for us to always remember.
I was introduced fairly recently to Light, a new camera technology company. Their aim is to make high quality photography much easier to access, ultimately packing all the functions of a DSLR into a much more compact camera. This is something I am dying to get my hands on when it's back in stock, it looks amazing! Their new #VantagePoint project has really inspired this post, as it's all about a photo and the story behind it. I love this idea because like I said before, I truly believe every picture holds some kind meaning or has a great story to tell.
Barcelona has to be one of the most artistic places I've ever visited, filled with so much history. Each day we were there was a brand new adventure and our last day meant that we would be going to visit Park Guell. I had heard many good things about this place, so I knew we weren't going to leave disappointed. It boasts beautiful views over the city and is home to some of Gaudi's most major work.
It was a moody, winters day in early January when we arrived at Park Guell - which for me, made the setting all the more peaceful and serene (besides the hustle and bustle of tourists of course!) It's a very relaxing and intriguing place, so I am glad our 40 minute walk through the back streets of Barcelona didn't completely go to waste! It's a shame it wasn't sunny, but hey.. We can't have it all!
As we admired our surroundings and incredible views, I got out my Nikon D3300 and played around with the zoom, settings and angles until I found a frame I was happy with. I'm not totally clued up on what settings I used at the time, as I do have a very basic knowledge of DSLR's. One thing I do know is that I was very pleased with the outcome! I wanted to capture some of the mosaic seating, aswell as the incredible views that lie behind it. I love that although it was a moody day, I feel like all the different colours surrounding the park brought so much more life to the photo.
It was nice to spend a day away from the central parts of the city and embrace the intricate beauty that hides away in the hills. I love that travelling to all of these amazing places gives me such wonderful opportunities to photograph and look back on!
Do you have any favourite memories from a photo? :)
TB x
gorgeous photo of Park Guell
ReplyDeleteI am a fan of all of Gaudi's work - check out my post about his work:
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Thank you! I'll be sure to check it out :) x
DeleteI've always dreamed of going to Barcelona, very jealous! Gorgeous photo X
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Thank you Cara! You should definitely go if you get the chance, it's beautiful :) xxx
DeleteBarcelona is a gorgeous city. What a beautiful sight you captured with your camera. I'm in desperate need for a new DSLR to take photos like these. But I just might have to check out Light instead <3
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Thank you! Do it! Light's camera's look so amazing and I deffo need one myself asap! :) DSLR's are just as good, I'm still finding my way with how to use to to its full potential though haha! xxxx
DeleteI love photos as they help to evoke so many memories! xx
ReplyDeleteGemma ♥ Miss Makeup Magpie
Definitely! It's such a lovely thing to look back on!
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I've never been to Barcelona but would love to go! Your photo is beautiful too. x
ReplyDeleteThank you :) You have to! It's so cheap to go there too and you only need a few days :) x
DeleteBarcelona looks like such a lovely city. I've been once but I was too little to remember. Your photos are beautiful. I use the camera on on my phone right now but I'd love to progress to a DSLR once I can afford it.
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Thank you! Awww, it's great to say you've been though! Also so worth going back to see it all if you get the chance :) Really?! All your blog photos are so fab, I would never have guessed it was your phone! I still like to use my phone camera as it's so easy but DSLR's are great for the more technical side of things! Hopefully you manage to get one someday :)
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I love this post, you describe it so well and the photo is lovely, I'm yet to visit Barcelona but fingers crossed I go by the end of the year. Love your blog!
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Aww thank you! I've just been reading yours and it's fab! :) looks like you've got up to so much already this year! Let me know if you manage to go, it's an amazing place! I'll keep my eyes peeled!
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That's such a beautiful photo! Would love to go to Barcelona one day - hope you had an amazing time!
ReplyDeleteHana | www.hanarosella.blogspot.co.uk ♥
Thank you! :) You have to go there, it's wonderful! You don't need more than a few days there either so it's a nice little weekend break away! I'd love to know if you end up going :)
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