People-Watching, Prague Style

Two heads are better than one : Prague, CZ

I passed a lot of folks sitting on benches along the riverfront or leaning against the railing that separates the upper promenade from the lower promenades and piers. This couple was especially striking, because of the view they were enjoying of Prague's iconic castle.

Waiting : Prague, CZ

This woman appeared to be waiting for someone. I was most struck by her dark hair, fair skin, and the rosiness of her cheeks. This photo doesn't quite do her justice.

Discussion of Import : Prague, CZ

These two old guys where having a rather animated discussion on a bench outside St. Nicholas Church off the main square in Old Town. I have no idea what they were discussing, but it looked pretty serious. I caught them in a quiet moment.

Hackney No. 1 : Prague, CZ

I caught a couple of photos of this young lady--a hackney, or carriage driver--near the main square in Old Town. She looked positively bored out of her mind. And who can blame her? If I had to deal with tourists every day as my livelihood, I might become a little glassy-eyed, too!

Hackney No. 2 : Prague, CZ

Photo copyright: Janet M Kincaid, 7/11

Sunday Walk in Prague, Part II

 Charles Bridge Silhouette : Prague, CZ

I enjoyed a nice view of the Charles Bridge from the riverfront. This crucifix stood out from all of the other statues that line the bridge. (I confess, I doctored this photo a bit in post-production. The sky was a bit washed out and flat. I darkened it a little and upped the reds and blues. Call it cheating, but I like how it turned out.)

Pediment : Prague, CZ

One thing I often notice about tourists is, they don't look up. As a result, they miss a lot of detail and beauty in the buildings around them. This pediment (I think that's what it is) was on the outside of what otherwise seemed like a really dull building. I think it's rather striking. Note the sheep at the bottom.

Bohemian Crystal : Prague, CZ

Crystal is probably the one thing the Czech Republic is most known for. Often referred to as Bohemian crystal, cups and goblets, decanters and vases, and a host of other pieces like these can be found in shop windows and second-hand stores throughout Prague. Be careful where you buy, though. Most of the shops in the Old Town area are run by the Russian mafia. If you want the real deal, go to the Moser flagship store in Prague near Wencelas Square.

Photo copyright: Janet M Kincaid, 7/11

Inside/Out

Inside/Out :  Musée du Louvre : Paris, FR

I took way too many pictures both outside and inside the Louvre. Rather than regale you with a lengthy photo essay, here's one shot from inside the entrance looking out. And the rest are here (exteriors) and here (interiors).*

* Most of my photo sets from Paris include pictures I took in January as well as ones I took when I visited for the first time back in August.

Photo copyright: Janet M Kincaid, 1/10

Pink

Sunset in Pink

My friend, Dr Lala, loves the color pink. The other day, we had a beautiful sunset I'm calling Lala's Sunset in Pink.

Photo copyright: Janet Kincaid, 06/09