Night is a wonderful time to catch little details, illuminated with soft light. In wandering around Lucerne one evening, I saw this waterfront restaurant, tables set up for the night. Candlelight is a wonderful source of nighttime illumination. A simple candle on a table transforms the scene, giving warmth to the black and white color scheme.
Reflections of light in water are also one of my favorite things at night, I am always drawn to town waterfronts. It seems many people are too, as waterfronts are often places lined with restaurants and benches, foot bridges and plazas. The chapel bridge in Lucerne is fun to photograph any time of day, with it’s long lines, flowers and repeating patterns. But at night, add in the reflected light in the water and it is something special. In this image, I like how the blue of the sky is reflected in the water, giving an overall blue contrast for the lights.
Are you enjoying the “Six Days of Night” so far? I am! I can’t believe we’re already halfway through. I wonder what town will be next? Join me tomorrow to find out!
Wonderful images and make me feel like I'm there. You've captured the essence and the moment.
Hi Kat, It's always a delight to come by and see what you're doing. These photos of Lucerne are wonderful; makes me want to come visit!
Definitely enjoying your night shots!! They are fabulous and great to live vicariously through your travels!
Your night shots are wonderful. I especially like how you captured the wooden bridge. I love that bridge!
I am enjoying your night theme too. I love the light reflections in the water!
wow, enjoy your nighttime pictures so much. I just said the other day I couldn't do it, because to be honest, I never tried. So you have to teach me next time we can get together.
Love the second photo – the reflections are gorgeous
Loving it! There is just something about night time. Itching to take a nighttime Christmas photo this year, maybe even Halloween. Not much water around here, that is why I enjoy yours so much. Thanks again Miss Kat!
This bridge is what I remember most when I visited Lucerne. Such a beautiful picture.
"Bring on the night,
I couldn't stand another hour of daylight"…
Gordon Sumner
Love both of these images! You're inspiring me to try some nighttime photography!