Citylife.
July 7, 2009
Today, let me share a few of my photographic imressions with you …
Sometimes, the most interesting characters are just sitting around the corner. What is this guy doing there ??
This one is for my personal collection of billboards. Simple. Clear. And with a strong visual message. A winner … “Best german billboard 2008″.
This lady is enjoying a dinner with friends. You don’t see the lady ? Take a closer look ….
Did you know that 30 percent of the total surface of Berlin consists of water and local recreation areas.
Closeup on the Sculpture “1938-45. Trains to Life. Trains to Death”. Designed by artist and eyewitness Frank Meisler, the sculpture depicts children about to board a train as part of the “Kindertransport,” which is how Meisler himself survived. Many of those children never saw their parents again.
Inside “Oranienburger Tor” a selection of artists found a creative environment for working and presenting their art. In addition, this building is just a fantastic location for one of my future projects …
So much for today.
Stay tuned …
Summer in the City !
July 3, 2009
TV Tower Berlin
Exploring the city since around three weeks, there is one thing that becomes clear very quickly: Berlin is the city of countless little restaurants, daily demonstrations and the shortest pedestrian crossing green phases for traffic lights in Europe – maybe in the world.
Besides that, there are galleries wherever one goes together with cultural events for all possible interests. The mix in different styles in architecture makes every excursion for the photographer a successful trip. The important part seems to be to organize the personal projects in a wise manner – it’s easy to get lost in “never really followed” projects. There are just too many interesting options.
I am just doing that myself at the moment …
So, stay tuned …
There’s a new man in town …
June 16, 2009
The long silence can be explained by the fact, that I changed location. Being now based in Berlin there are 
so many spots to discover. This city is full of photogenic locations ! I can already promise updates in the architecture section. So much for today.
Stay connected …
The Art of moving
March 22, 2009
Volvo
Each year the latest and most stylish cars are presented to the public at the Geneva Automobil Salon. One thing that was new, is the large amount of “environmentally friendly” cars put on display: Hybrids, Natural Gaz or Electro-Cars, you name it. This might sound a bit boring to the sports-car enthusiast – but times have changed. Even driving a Porsche can be green in the near future.
Porsche Greenster
The impressive thing is, that most of these new cars are not just show-cars but already working prototypes or even already on-sale models. Change has come !
and you can safe on fuel ....
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David Hobby – The Strobist workshop at CERN
February 22, 2009
For most of us it’s a hobby, for David it’s passion, enthusiasm and a job since 20 years. Being a successful photo journalist and a talented tutor at the same time – this is what makes David’s workshops very much recommendable. Far away from boring lessons, he is just telling the inside story. Showing several of his latest assignment works and explaining step by step how to get the light right using only simple accessories like camera system flashes (speed-lights) was the first part of a workshop organized by the CERN photo Club.
In a second part even the absolutely un-sexy auditorium was transformed into an on location set where David demonstrated how to make the maximum use of the room and the light.
With two bags full of cool toys, everybody could get a close look on all the little helpers like gel filters, pocket wizzards, mini soft boxes and many other small pieces of equipment that make the life of the photographer much more easy. Instead of fighting with high-tech gear, one should concentrate on the artistic part of the game. That’s the message.
Thanks for an entertaining and informative day, David …
EPFL Rolex Learning Center Update
January 31, 2009
EPFL Rolex Learning Center
With just 10 month to go before the official opening of the EPFL Rolex Learning Center end of the year the upper level is close to being finished.
A view inside is possible here.
Stay tuned, as I am following this project till the end (of the construction), which is the beginning of a new era for the students at the EPFL.
Winter Landscape Photography
January 26, 2009
duck in the snow
Have a look at the latest Landscape Gallery ! The Vallee du Joux, located in the Jura Mountains, north of Geneva, Switzerland is one of my favorite spots in the region.
Rarely more beautiful than in winter time. Check it out …
Change has come …
January 20, 2009
The inauguration of President Barack Obama
With Millions of people following live what happened today at Capitol Hill, change has also come in the way of news coverage. Thanks to the internet, wireless networks nearly everywhere, mobile phones, MMS, SMS etc. the exchange of information is just instantaneous. Live-streaming on various big news-websites with the possibility of leaving comments and within the second to see it on the TV screen is making all of us part of it. Just minutes after putting a “CNN screen shot collage” on my website, I received comments and remarks.
This gives us great possibilities but also larger responsibilities. Just my two cents …
Getting over the cold days
January 18, 2009
view from the Mt. Saleve
While some prefer to stay at home in front of the warm wood stove, other are keen on capturing breath taking and chilly winter shots. I rather belong to the second group. With sub-zero temperatures at high altitudes good clothing is obvious, but how to prepare your camera gear ?
Nobody likes freezing, especially not rechargeable batteries of DSLRs. So besides having one better two spare battery packs with you, the best advice I can give, is to keep the batteries warm – in the pockets of your trousers e.g. and only put them into the camera for shooting. A very handy gimmick I found in a local outdoor shop: A so-called hand warmer, a little sealed plastic bag with some fancy chemistry going on inside which keeps up a nice and comfy temperature for at least a couple of hours. This put in a little bag together with the batteries guarantees even a longer winter shooting free of any worries. Last but not least, cold tripod legs are a nightmare, as the alloy can get so cold even your fingers get stuck to it. Also here, easy solution ahead: Some handle bar foam or rubber grip from the nearest bike store together with some heavy duty tape and the tripod is ready.
All in all just a few little pieces of equipment that make the winter outdoor photographer a happy. One thing I’ve forgotten – a thermos bottle with a hot tea is unbeatable.
Happy New Year … !!
January 1, 2009
fireworks 2009
I wish all of you a happy and successful NEW YEAR 2009 !
