Juxtaposition
This two storey mausoleum and mosque dates back to the 15th century. The sleek but simple building is wedged into a rugged cliff and both take on added majesty because of […]
All-encompassing View
My regular walk into town takes me across Verulamium Park, where I enjoy, whatever the weather, a fantastic view to St Albans Abbey. The tree that fell recently was a sad departure […]
Take a Seat
– Hex colour refrence: #ee204d A colourful note: the red colour appeared in the original Crayola set of crayons in 1903. This warm and fiery colour represents many things (my […]
Allies
This popular photo spot is the Allies sculpture created by Lawrence Holofcener. It was commissioned to mark 50 years of peace, and was unveiled in 1995 by Princess Margaret. Copyright Debbie Smyth, 18 April […]
Your Chevy Awaits
Hex Colour reference: C8385A A colourful note: This shade of red first appeared in Crayola boxes in 1949, labelled as dark red, with an official name change to […]
Spring Blues
– Copyright Debbie Smyth, 18 April 2017 Posted as part of Wordless Wednesday on Tuesday and All Seasons
Sweet Pink
Accompanying the pink lady in the window, there are plenty of pink macaroons in the cavern of the shop. The flavours vary with the season, but the pinks include rose, ginger and raspberry. […]
Views from Montjuic
It’s a grey day here in London today, so let’s go and follow the sun in Barcelona. We’re setting out from the Magic Fountains and taking the grand staircase (or helpful escalators) up […]
Tribute to Old Havana
This striking mural is the work of Venezuelan artist Carmen Montilla Tinoco, who lived and worked in Havana and was a friend of Fidel Castro. This piece, completed in 1999, […]
Pensive
– Hex colour reference: #fc89ac A colourful note: Crayola’s tickle me pink crayon was named by a 12 year old boy in their huge 1992-93 naming competition. His entry for the event consisted […]
Stair Flare
This tantalising building of curves, whites and reflections is the work of Zaha Hadid. Referred to be some as “Queen of the Curve”, she has delivered some amazing buildings around […]
Travel with Intent 