An interesting view of windows and doors in The Station, Richmond.
You could be forgiven for thinking that I’m still participating in Sonel’s Abstract black and white photo challenge with the above shot, but you would be wrong. One of many things I have gained from the challenges is the desire to look at things a little differently, and to experiment now and then. No-one encourages this more than Sonel, and she very much enjoys to “play” with her photography and create wonderful effects.
Sonel gave us permission to post this week, although the challenge is sadly concluding. You probably know I’m partial to windows (and doors) so I’m happy to contribute one last time.
A whimsical window in Durham
Trompe l’oeuil windows in a favourite Durham restaurant
It was our 24th wedding anniversary yesterday and, in addition to receiving 24 red roses, I was taken to a favourite Italian restaurant in Durham, “La Spaghettata”. The trompe l’oeuil panels always capture my attention, and I thought you might like them in black and white.
Colour will always be my first love, but I have enjoyed my flirtation with black and white. I hope you have too.
Sonel, I don’t care whether you show me your delightful Vervet monkeys in black and white or in gentle colour. All that matters is that you continue to share your enormous talents with us, as, and when, you can. On behalf of all of us who have taken part in your Black and White photo challenge, thank you.
restlessjo 
Happy 24th Anniversary Jo! Lovely shots as usual and what a wonderful place to celebrate such a momentous occasion.
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Thanks, Sam. We had a lovely day overall because we were out with the walkers on the morning, then my roses arrived, then Durham. It’s an inexpensive studenty restaurant we’ve been going to for years. 🙂
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Love the photos!! http://holley4734.wordpress.com/
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Thanks, Holly! They were fun to take 🙂
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Your post contained many layers of sweet sentiments, and it was a joy to read and view. Happy anniversary, Jo!
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Thanks, Elisa. It was a nice way to remember the day 🙂
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Happy 24th anniversary, Jo. 🙂
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Thank you very much 🙂 Starting to scheme for no. 25. Wondering which destination I might persuade the other half he really wants to see.
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Happy 24th anniversary to you both. I love your beautiful windows and doors, especially the last one. 🙂
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Oh good! That’s my fave, Ad, and nobody else’s gone for that one. A lady of taste, undoubtedly 🙂 Thank you.
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Congratulations Jo on your 24th. I agree with col44 regarding the first restaurant photo, very atmospheric. Hope you enjoyed your spaghetti 🙂
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It’s a cheap studenty place, David, and the walls are all trompe l’oeuil and have been for years. I really like them. Thank you 🙂
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the top shot forces you to look all over it – excellent
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It’s amazing what you find when you look, Scott, isn’t it? The camera is like a third eye. I seem to see things I wouldn’t notice otherwise. Thank you so much 🙂
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… and hon, happy 24th anniversary to you and your husband 🙂
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Trompe l’oeil is my favourite 🙂 very clever post Jo 😀
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A wistful quality to the trompe l’oeuil in black and white, Paula? I like it (but not a complete B & W convert yet 🙂 ) Thanks for the good wishes!
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