Water under the bridge

Or stunningly,as part of a "waterfall" light installation

I seem to have done quite a few posts on bridges.  But Jake is back, so how can I say no?   Jake’s Sunday Post is always a cause for celebration.  I might even have to open another of those bottles of wine!

I love the violet hues of this photo.  It was taken in Durham in 2011, during a biennial event called Lumiere.  The light installations over and beside the River Wear were like nothing I have seen before.  If you’re fortunate enough to be near Durham this November, I can promise you a beautiful evening of colour and sound when Lumiere comes to town.

Water flowing under a bridge will always hold me captive, drifting in the current.  Where would it take me, if I let it?  A lifetime has slipped past while I wonder.  All just water under the bridge.

And it wouldn't be complete without my favourite bridge, and we're back with the subtle colour.

You probably recognise this bridge, but I can share a view of it you won’t have seen before.  It hangs on the wall in my favourite cafe, Anazu, on the riverfront in Tavira.  It’s in 3-D, though you really can’t tell from my photo.

IMG_6221Not that I’m often inside the cafe.  The pavement outside has the view that I love.  I have watched so much water pass under the bridge, but some will have seen very much more.  I found this black and white photo in the Galeria Palace museum in the town.  Times may have changed but the water flows on.

Ponte Romana B & WThe evening light fades and the moon rises in the sky on a warm Summer’s night.  I stand beside my bridge and look out to sea.  I’m filled with hope that I might return.  Well, who wouldn’t be?

IMG_6522It only needs me to remind you that Jake’s place is a good place to be, on a Sunday or any other day.  Please click on the logo below or any link to pay him a visit.

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      1. I was surprised that Murray is the number 2 seed and Rafa is 5. That means Rafa and Fed might be in the quarters. that may help Murray.

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      3. Very true. And I hope his injury is completely healed. It’s always a shame when any athlete has to hit the sidelines due to an injury. I want to see the best tennis possible.

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  7. Oh, I just love your bridges Jo and that painting is my favourite! Stunning shots and thanks for sharing. 😀 *hugs*

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    1. I bet you’ve just posted your entry for Jake! I really wasn’t expecting him this week so was caught on the back foot. Off now to look. And then there’s the excitement of your B & W tomorrow! 🙂

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      1. hehe, nope. I am still going through my favorite blogs and catching up on what I missed yesterday. I will post something during the week. I am just glad to see Jake is back as I started worrying. Can’t wait to see your B&W tomorrow. 😀

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    1. You know when you have a load of photos that you really want to post, Amy, but then something else comes along? (I know you do!) I have a few from my last Tavira visit I’m still hoarding and I’m there again soon. This was one of them. 🙂

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  10. You have such a nice way of words…the soul of a poet. Perfect descriptions for your luminous photographs!

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  11. Johanna, I didn’t notice last time that you were such a traveller, I should take a moment to read your A to Z of Portugal someday. Back to your bridges, I had a crush on the last one.

    I’m a little curious about your next trip.

    Take good care

    Grace

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    1. Thanks, Grace. Next trip will be Tavira (to celebrate my husband’s 60th birthday- his choice) in 2 weeks time. I expect there’ll be more bridge photos coming up! 🙂

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  12. That Durham bridge during Lumiere and the Tavira bridge, both real and the artistic version, are beautiful, Jo! I’m glad you pointed out that the picture is 3D – you can definitely see it if you pay attention. The pinks in the sky at moonrise are wonderful! 🙂

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    1. I’ve lingered and gazed at that bridge more times than I can remember, Colline. (and I’m there again soon) Must try for a new perspective next time. 🙂

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  20. ah, quella luna bianca sospesa su quel cielo evanescente rosa…se avessi le ali ci volerei dentro e potrei toccare il cielo con un dito
    continuo a dire che nelle tue foto c’è magia…però in quanto alla “Lumiere” ho qualcosa anche io da dire, Io abito a Pisa in Toscana ed ogni anno per la festa del patrono ( è stato sabato scorso)San Ranieri viene fatta una festa di luci sul fiume arno e sugli antichi palazzi che lo fronteggiano, si chiama LUMINARIA, vengono a migliaia da ogni parte del mondo per guardarla, e il prossimo anno pensiamo addirittura che verrà inserita nel patrimonio mondiale dell’UNESCO, ti mando qualche foto

    ah, the white moon hung on that heaven evanescent pink … If I had the wings we volerei in and I could touch the sky with a finger
    I still say that in your photos there is magic … but as the “Lumiere” also I have something to say, I live in Pisa in Tuscany and every year for the feast of the Patron Saint (it was last Saturday) San Ranieri is a Festival of lights on the arno River and ancient palaces that face, it’s called LUMINARIA, come by the thousands from all over the world to watch her, and next year we think even that will be included in the UNESCO World Heritage site, I send you some photos




    ciao cara, un bacio da Pisa

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    1. So, I need to cross off Florence from my “list” and put in Pisa, in June? No, I must visit both. 🙂
      Un bacio da Hartlepool 🙂 (it doesn’t sound so good!)

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      1. of course! both!! sounds great!!! see my Pisa photographed by you … a dream!
        I took a flight on your Kiss by Hartlepool (looked and admired on Wikipedia:-))
        Have a nice day

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      2. A working day for you? I hope that you have a job you can enjoy.
        I’m going to hunt for scarecrows this morning. Fun 🙂
        Buon giorno e un bacio.

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      3. sì. il mio lavoro mi piace—ma la caccia agli spaventapasseri di più!!!!!

        🙂 🙂
        vai, ammazzali e torna…con tante foto
        olé

        Yes. my work I love—but the scarecrow hunt more!!!!!

        🙂 🙂
        go, go kill and come back … with many photos
        olé

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