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Lovers reunited

Liege 11/25

#photography #street #streetphotography #people #candid #contrast #silhouette #urban #monochrome #blackandwhite #lovers #love
The image is a black and white photograph depicting a couple kissing on an escalator. The scene is set in a modern train station. The composition is symmetrical, with two escalators running parallel to each other, leading upwards. The escalators are the dominant architectural elements, creating strong lines that converge towards the top of the frame. The steps of the escalators are brightly lit, creating a contrast with the darker areas around them.
January 22, 2026 at 12:12 PM
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Framed

London 10/25

Shot during a workshop with @lindawisdom.bsky.social, at Tate Modern

#photography #street #streetphotography #people #candid #contrast #silhouette #urban #monochrome #blackandwhite #tate #museum
The image is a high-angle, black and white photograph of a spiral staircase within a modern building. The central focus is the concrete staircase, which curves dramatically, creating a sense of depth and perspective. The staircase's edges are lined with black handrails that follow the curve of the stairs. The concrete walls show a textured finish. A person is seen walking on the level platform within the staircase.
January 21, 2026 at 11:42 AM
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In between

London 10/25

#photography #street #london #streetphotography #people #candid #contrast #silhouette #urban #monochrome #blackandwhite
The image is a striking black and white photograph, centered on a woman in a modern architectural space with a repeating pattern of thick, cylindrical pillars. The woman is the clear focal point, positioned in the middle of the frame. She's dressed in dark clothing, and she has long, light-colored hair. She is looking down at her phone. The backdrop consists of a series of large, vertical pillars that create a rhythmic pattern and a sense of depth. Between the pillars is a dark space, which adds a tunnel-like effect, drawing the eye towards the center of the image. A narrow pool of water can be seen in the middle ground between the columns and the woman.
January 19, 2026 at 11:40 AM
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Graffiti

Leipzig 12/25

#photography #street #leipzig #streetphotography #people #candid #contrast #silhouette #urban #monochrome #blackandwhite #graffiti
The image is a black and white photograph taken under what appears to be an overpass or a covered walkway. The scene is dominated by a brightly painted mural on the wall, partially illuminated by the sunlight streaming in. On the left side of the image, a person is walking, entering the frame from a shadowy area. The mural depicts a series of cartoonish figures with exaggerated features. They have large eyes, often with a single pupil, and their bodies are simplified and stylized. The figures are engaged in various activities, some holding objects like a package, a box, and what seems to be a computer with a keyboard. The style is whimsical and playful, with bold outlines and flat areas of color. The mural’s overall aesthetic seems to contrast with the more mundane surroundings.
January 16, 2026 at 1:30 PM
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Framed

Blankenberge 12/25

#photography #street #streetphotography #people #candid #contrast #silhouette #urban #monochrome #blackandwhite #birds
The image is a black and white composition shot through a window with eight distinct rectangular frames, arranged in a two-by-four grid, creating a fragmented visual narrative. The frames are separated by thick, solid black lines, lending a sense of structure and division to the overall image. The top two frames depict the sky. The leftmost frame shows two birds in flight against a pale, almost featureless sky. The birds are silhouetted, their shapes clearly defined. The other top frame contains an empty sky, with just subtle variations in the grayscale indicating clouds. The middle two frames are similar, showing a neutral sky with a thin, horizontal line, perhaps the contrail of a plane, in one of the frames. The bottom two frames on the left and right, capture different coastal scenes. The lower-left frame reveals a beach scene. Silhouetted figures of people are seen on the beach, and in the background, a coastal city can be made out. The lower-right frame depicts several figures, probably people, standing and facing a view of the sea, against the background of the sea and some ships, with a small lighthouse in the distance.
January 14, 2026 at 10:27 AM
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Squared

Blankenberge 12/25

#photography #street #streetphotography #people #candid #contrast #silhouette #urban #monochrome #blackandwhite #bike
The image is a black and white photograph taken from a high vantage point, looking down onto a paved surface with a cyclist. The composition is geometric and striking, employing a repeating pattern and a strong contrast between the central figure and the background. The paved surface is made of rectangular bricks, arranged in a grid-like pattern. These bricks are rendered in varying shades of grey, creating subtle variations in texture and tone. The bricks are organized to create a series of diamond-shaped outlines across the surface, giving the scene a structured, almost architectural feel. The diamonds are outlined by a strip of darker grey bricks that further accentuates the geometric design.
January 12, 2026 at 12:45 PM
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Night Walk

Leipzig 12/25

#photography #street #leipzig #streetphotography #people #candid #contrast #silhouette #urban #monochrome #blackandwhite #night #nightphotography
The image presents a nighttime street scene in monochrome. A young woman is walking across a bridge, lit by the stark illumination of overhead street lamps. The figure is positioned centrally, her stride suggesting forward motion, and she is dressed in a jacket, pants, and sneakers. The strong lighting from the lamps casts a glow on her, contrasting her with the dark surroundings. The background consists of buildings, along a body of water which is visible by the reflection of the building's lights in the water. The buildings' windows reveal some interior lights, contributing to the ambiance of the urban environment.
January 9, 2026 at 11:20 AM
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Night

Leipzig 12/25

#photography #street #leipzig #streetphotography #people #candid #contrast #silhouette #urban #monochrome #blackandwhite #moon
The image is a black and white photograph captured at night, showcasing a dramatic play of light and shadow. The primary focal point is a lamppost, brightly illuminated, casting a significant glow that dominates the left side of the frame. The lamppost itself has a classic design, its post appearing to be decorated with various elements. Three silhouetted figures are positioned in the foreground, their forms defined against the bright background. They are positioned in a way suggesting casual conversation or observation. Behind the figures, a softly lit background reveals a curved architectural structure or a bridge, adding depth to the scene. The light from this structure is diffused, and some bare branches of trees or bushes are visible in the background, further enhancing the contrast and visual interest.
January 7, 2026 at 4:02 PM
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Easy Rider

Knokke 12/25

#photography #street #streetphotography #people #candid #belgium #sun #christmas #travel #rider #easyrider #2026
The image captures a sunny, urban scene with a woman on a scooter as the central focus. The woman, who appears to be middle-aged, is wearing a pink helmet, a black leather jacket with a fur-lined hood, and is focused on the road ahead while holding the handlebars of a white scooter. The scooter has a prominent, round headlight and a clear windshield.
January 1, 2026 at 10:37 AM
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Head to the Sun

Knokke 12/25

#photography #street #streetphotography #people #candid #belgium #sun #christmas #travel
The image presents a street scene on a sunny day. The primary focus is a man seated on a concrete bench positioned on a brick-paved sidewalk. He is dressed in dark clothing, including a black jacket and pants, and a dark cap. He has his legs bent and hands clasped, leaning back so that his head is in the sun. The background reveals a bustling city street. On the other side of the road, there are several tall buildings with shops or apartments. A crosswalk is visible, and several vehicles are present, including a dark minivan and a black SUV. Pedestrians are walking on the sidewalk and crossing the street. The buildings' facades appear to be made of light-colored materials, creating a contrast with the darker vehicles and clothing. There are flags on the street.
December 31, 2025 at 3:59 PM
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Amour

Blankenberge 12/25

#photography #street #streetphotography #belgium #amour #love #travel
The image presents a sculpture silhouetted against a vast, gradient sky. The primary focus is a nude female figure, viewed from the back. Her form is rendered in a dark, possibly bronze or stone material, and her silhouette is sharply defined against the lighter backdrop. The figure’s right arm extends outwards, and from the fingertip appears the word "amour" written in script-like lettering. The word is connected to the figure's hand, creating the impression that she is pointing towards it.
December 30, 2025 at 10:53 AM
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De Kotee Jardin

Blankenberge 12/25

#photography #street #streetphotography #belgium #people #candid #travel
The image presents a street scene dominated by a building facade and a couple of people walking along the sidewalk. The building itself is the primary focus, with a striking red wooden upper level and a dark gray ground level. The upper level features a series of windows, reflecting the sky and surrounding buildings. The wood has a distressed appearance, with visible paint chipping, suggesting age and character. The ground level of the building is painted a dark gray and houses the entrance to a venue, "De kotee Jardin," indicated by a glowing neon sign in an orange-yellow color. The entrance is flanked by dark doors and windows displaying promotional posters, including images of acrobatic performers.
December 27, 2025 at 9:48 AM
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Christmas Star

Leipzig 12/25

My 28mm produced a very christmas-y sun star.

Merry Christmas everyone!

#photography #street #leipzig #streetphotography #people #candid #contrast #silhouette #urban #monochrome #blackandwhite #christmas #merrychristmas #christmasstar #star #sunstar
The image is a striking black and white photograph of a city street scene, emphasizing strong contrast and dramatic lighting. The focal point is a silhouetted figure of a person walking down a cobblestone street. The composition is vertically oriented, drawing the eye upward towards a brilliant burst of light, which appears to emanate from the sun positioned directly above the street.
December 25, 2025 at 3:09 PM
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Different Times

Bruges 10/25

#photography #street #streetphotography #bruges #people #candid #blackandwhite #monochrome #travel
The image is a black and white photograph depicting a man sitting on a bench next to a bronze statue of a man. The statue is the dominant element, positioned on the left side of the frame and slightly angled towards the right. The statue is of a seated man with a long beard and a contemplative expression, holding a book or a similar object. The bronze material gives the statue a textured, aged appearance. The man sitting next to the statue is the other main subject. He is wearing glasses, a shirt, a dark coat, and jeans. He's looking down and appears to be occupied with a cell phone in his hands. He is seated in a relaxed posture, his legs crossed.
December 24, 2025 at 9:27 AM
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Framed

Liege 11/25

#photography #street #streetphotography #liege #people #candid #blackandwhite #monochrome #couple
The image presents a black and white photograph of an architectural structure with two people walking away from the camera. The primary focus is the repeating archway design that forms a tunnel-like passage. The structural elements are the most striking feature. The arches are constructed of thick, layered materials, creating a rhythmic pattern that recedes into the distance. The sides of the structure are composed of large, angled beams that support the arches. The beams are white and the arches are a mix of white and a darker grey, possibly concrete. The floor is made of wooden planks, with visible lines. On the left side, there's a glass surface that appears to be a storefront or a display, with some lettering visible.
December 21, 2025 at 12:29 PM
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History

London 10/25

Shot at the Camera Museum in London.

#cameramuseum
#photography #street #streetphotography #london #camera #blackandwhite #monochrome #museum #travel #silhouette #shadows
The image presents a museum display featuring a large collection of vintage cameras. The scene is dominated by a wall-mounted exhibit, illuminated by overhead lighting that casts distinct shadows. The composition is centered around the camera display, creating a symmetrical and organized feel. The cameras are arranged in rows and columns on off-white panels, each one labeled with a small caption. The variety of camera designs is evident, ranging from compact point-and-shoots to larger, more complex models. The overhead lighting, centered above the display, highlights the cameras and their details, while also creating strong shadows that fall on the wall behind.
December 20, 2025 at 12:12 PM
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Inception

Leipzig 12/25

#photography #street #leipzig #streetphotography #people #candid #blackandwhite #monochrome #contrast #silhouette #urban #architecture #reflection
The image is a black and white photograph depicting a bridge over a body of water, with a person standing on top of it. The composition is striking, as the photograph is rotated, giving the impression of looking at a reflection or a distorted perspective. The archway in the center of the image is the focal point. Through the arch, there is a view of what could be buildings or a cityscape, but it is somewhat blurred. The stonework of the arch is visible, and there are some elements on the side of the arch, perhaps stairs or other structures. A person, appearing as a small silhouette, is standing on the top of the archway or bridge, adding a sense of scale and human presence.
December 18, 2025 at 10:06 AM
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Broken

Halle 07/25

#photography #street #streetphotography #abstract #broken #contrast #silhouette #urban
The image presents a low-angle perspective of an outdoor scene, dominated by a street lamp and the sky. The composition is dramatic, utilizing a strong vertical perspective to emphasize the height of the lamp and the vastness of the sky. The lamp is mounted on a wall with a rough, textured finish. The surface is primarily dark in color, with areas covered in broken mirror pieces, creating a distorted reflection of the lamp.
December 17, 2025 at 11:20 AM
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Unexpected Frame

#Leipzig 12/25

Tried to get an interesting silhouette in this scene and was waiting for the bike when someone walked right in front of me. I think this actually makes the image more interesting.

#photography #street #streetphotography #people #candid #contrast #silhouette #urban
December 15, 2025 at 11:55 AM
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Between two Vespas (2)

Leipzig 12/25

A variation of the last image with more round things.

#photography #street #streetphotography #leipzig #people #candid #blackandwhite #monochrome #vespa #bike
The image is a black and white photograph of a street scene. The scene is dominated by a person riding a bicycle and two white scooters. The bicycle rider is positioned in the center of the frame, moving from left to right. The rider wears dark clothing and a backpack. The bicycle is black. On either side of the bicycle are two white scooters, parked on the street. The scooters face forward toward the viewer.
December 11, 2025 at 11:22 AM
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Between two Vespas

Leipzig 12/25

#photography #street #streetphotography #leipzig #people #candid #blackandwhite #monochrome #vespa
The image is a black and white street scene featuring two white Vespa scooters parked on a road. The scooters are positioned symmetrically, facing the viewer. The scooter on the left has a dark wheel, while the one on the right has a light-colored wheel. In the background, a large, imposing stone building dominates the scene. The building's facade is constructed from large, rectangular blocks, and it features several windows with ornate iron bars. A person is walking across the road in the distance, between the scooters, heading towards the building. They are wearing light-colored clothing.
December 10, 2025 at 12:18 PM
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Museum People

London 10/25

#somerset

#photography #street #streetphotography #london #people #candid #blackandwhite #monochrome #museum #travel #portrait
The image captures a scene within what appears to be an art gallery or museum. The dominant feature is a woman standing in profile, engrossed in her phone. She wears a long, light-colored trench coat over a hooded sweatshirt and dark pants. A black shoulder bag hangs from her shoulder, and she has headphones on. To her left, several rectangular screens are mounted on the wall. These screens display what appears to be black and white images. Each screen has a pair of headphones hanging below it, connected by wires. The screens are evenly spaced and illuminated, creating a contrast against the darker walls.
December 9, 2025 at 3:20 PM
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Museum People

London 10/25

#tate

#photography #street #streetphotography #london #people #candid #blackandwhite #monochrome #museum #travel #tatebritain
The image is a black and white photograph depicting a young woman in a museum, drawing something. She is facing towards the right side of the frame. She is wearing glasses and has wired earbuds in her ears. She is dressed in a ribbed turtleneck sweater and dark pants. Her expression is focused, as she appears to be looking at something on an easel in front of her. The easel is a wooden A-frame style, and a canvas is mounted on it.
December 8, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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Labyrinth

Leipzig 11/25

#photography #street #streetphotography #people #candid #blackandwhite #monochrome #contrast #silhouette #urban #architecture
The image is a black and white photograph showcasing an architectural interior, likely a building's entrance or lobby, viewed through a large window. The central focus is a set of multi-level staircases, which create a striking geometric pattern. The stairs are dark, likely made of wood, and they ascend and descend in a crisscrossing pattern. The railings are also dark, with a series of rectangular cutouts that add to the visual complexity. In the mid-ground, a person is standing on a landing, silhouetted against a bright background that suggests an illuminated interior space. The person's form is indistinct, adding a sense of mystery.
December 5, 2025 at 11:20 AM
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Ghost

Leipzig 11/25

#photography #street #streetphotography #people #candid #blackandwhite #monochrome #contrast #silhouette #urban #architecture
The image is a black and white photograph depicting an entranceway. The composition is primarily defined by glass doors, partially frosted, and a visible interior space. The main subject is the silhouette of a person standing behind the frosted glass. The silhouette is dark and undefined, adding an element of mystery or anonymity. The glass door has vertical frosted stripes, creating a repeating pattern that leads the eye into the interior.
December 4, 2025 at 12:10 PM