“Taking pictures is savoring life intensely, every hundredth of a second.” ~ Marc Riboud
University Shadows in Adelaide
Morning, Fish Market, Kiama
Shadows and Umbrella, Sydney
” To contemplate is to look at shadows.” ~ Victor Hugo
Quad Corridor, University of Sydney
Rock and Clouds, The Remarkables, Kangaroo Island
Bicycle and Night Shadows, Darlinghurst
“A photographer is like a cod, which produces a million eggs in order that one may reach maturity.” ~ George Bernard Shaw
Door Shadows, Darling Harbor
University Window, Glebe
Prince and Shadows, Adelaide
“Contrast is what makes photography interesting.” ~Conrad Hall
Mind Meld, The Rocks, Sydney
Blue and Orange, Surry Hills
Take Heed, Sydney
Side Gate, Sydney Museum
“Today everything exists to end in a photograph.” ~ Susan Sontag
Jane Lurie Photography 
I do like your b&w photos!
They are great! I’ll be back for sure!
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Hi Hans– I love B&W as well. Thank you very much. I thoroughly enjoyed your black and white portfolio and will be back to your blog to spend more time. Appreciate it!
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“Contrast is what makes photography interesting.” ~Conrad Hall
Amen!
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Hi Allan, I was so happy to come across that quite– hard not to agree with that! I appreciate your visits and comments, thank you.
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Lovely set Jane, I especially like Mind Meld – excellent timing!
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Nice of you to comment. Thank you, Tina.
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Great shots, individually and as a collection.
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Thank you, Mike. It was fun to put together for this theme. Appreciate it.
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Some real beauties, Jane. The dance of light and shadow is fascinating. I love that first quote by Marc Riboud. I’ve been known to do that 🙂 It makes for a whack of photos to go through on return.
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Hi Lynne, so glad you enjoyed this theme and the quotes were a good find. Thanks!
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Una Serie Impresionante, Hermoso COntraste Entre Las Luces Y Las Sombras…. Cuanto Más Las Miro, Más Me Gustan. Un Saludo.
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Muchas Gracias, Jose!
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What a. Beautiful post- photos so artistic and provocative , quotes apt and additive. Your angles and shadows are striking , esp. love the shadows and umbrellas and side gate.
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Thank you, Amy. Very kind of you and I’m happy this series spoke to you- appreciate it.
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Shaw quote so true! Mind Meld is neat espec with the people in there to give perspective. Interesting shadows in this set ; Quad Corridor the ‘white’ light shadow patterns – very cool Jane.
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Hi Diane– So glad you liked this set– fun to put together. Shaw quote really hits home, doesn’t it? I, too, am fascinated by the varying tones in shadow images. Thank you for sharing your point of view.
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Terrific eye to spot and photograph these wonderful scenes Jane! Well done.
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Thank you very much, Phil. Shadow seeking 101. 🙂 Glad you enjoyed.
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Great selection of lines and shadows from down under!
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Hi Milka– Thank you very much. I am immersed in all things Aussie. Glad you enjoyed this theme.
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Loved your study of shadows, and thank you for the Victor Hugo quote.
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Hi Bespoke– I’m happy you liked this set– thank you very much. I was surprised when I came upon that Hugo quote- it’s perfect for photography.
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Another visual feast. The one of the rocks and the clouds is a most impressive contrast.
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Hi David–I was thrilled that the clouds gathered while we were there. In addition to traditional landscapes, I tried to work on some abstract images like this one. I’m happy they spoke to you– thank you very much.
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Great series! You do good work! Love the first one in particular…
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Hi Alma, Thanks so much! The buildings in Adelaide were quite lovely. Glad you enjoyed.
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Great stuff, Jane. I also like the “Shadows and Umbrella”, but also smiled at the “Mind Meld.” 🙂
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Hi Larry, Thanks! I saw the umbrella shot unfolding and I’m glad I could get a few shots off before she slipped away. Mind Meld was a very happy split second capture. I appreciate your comment.
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I love looking at your pictures–there is never a sameness to your work, but always a fresh approach to your subjects. As always–well done.
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Hi Patricia, What a nice compliment, thank you very much.
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Reblogged this on American Street Photography.
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Thanks so much for the reblog, Tom!
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I did not realize The University of Florida had a dormitory at Surry Hill! Great contrasts.
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Haha, Mike! Good one. I honestly thought about giving this image a Gator caption. Glad you liked this set and that it reminded you of Florida. Thank you!
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Another great series Jane. I enjoy viewing your work tremendously and look forward to every post! Great use of light, composition, and texture.
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Hello Cynthia, Thank you for you kind words–I really appreciate it. I enjoyed putting this theme together. You do such a nice job with your themes so I am very glad you enjoy mine.
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Belle série!!!
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Merci Beaucoup, Dominique!
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Always a treat to see examples of your perceptive eye. Keep the images coming,
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Hi Ann– Thank you for your kind words. I really appreciate your support.
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Great study in shadows. I especially liked the contrast between the soothing feel of the
University of Adelaide and Blue and Orange shots.
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Thanks so much, Jane. The sandstone colored buildings do have a soft feel especially in early morning light. And the vibrant homes in some neighborhoods in Sydney are great for the lens. Glad you enjoyed this set.
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Very nice, Jane. Love the yoga header shot and am intrigued by Mind Meld. Also enjoyed the Shaw quote.
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Hi Sharon– Thank you very much. I remember you liked the black and white version of Mind Meld, too. It is an interesting spot. I thought the yoga shot would bring a little zen to my site and the Shaw quote really hits home with all the pixels in my life!
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Interesting photos of shadows and lines … Your first photo from Adelaide’s University is so beautiful ! …
And so is Blue and Orange , Surry Hills …
Hope everything is OK with you …
// Maria 🙂
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Hi Maria- Thanks so much. Adelaide has some beautiful architecture. Glad you enjoyed these shadows! Appreciate your thoughts.
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Thanks, Jane. Loved your shadows – it will inspire me to get out there and use them in my shots. The Mind Meld was a particularly interesting image.
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Thank you, Brian. It’s always a hope that the sun cooperates. Mind Meld is a cool art installation – a portrait of Jack Munday who was an environmentalist– it has a staircase running through the portrait. I appreciate your comment.
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Great shots Jane!! Thanks for sharing!
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Thank you, Andrew. Glad you enjoyed them.
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Not sure what’s going on with your systems, BM. Not happening here. Hope you enjoyed my post!
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This is a riot. My inbox says Travels and Trifles time stamped at 9:44 pm. So I say to Tina how did you do that during the wedding. She looks at email and says this is Jane.
Strange.
BM
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Not sure what’s going on with your email programs, BM. Not happening here. Hope you enjoyed my post!
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Stunning images, Jane! There are several that really inspire me.
Wonderful!
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Hi Mike- That’s so nice, thank you. Glad these caught your eye- much appreciated!
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Beautiful, beautiful series of photographs, Jane. Each one as lovely as the next! The blue and orange spoke to me today, but all are lovely!
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Thank you, Elisa. Very happy you enjoyed these– I appreciate it. Blue and orange is in a great little neighborhood in Sydney.
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Lovely photo, Jane!
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Thank you very much, Pam.
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Beautiful shots Jane! Your use of shadows is amazing! I especially like Shadows and Umbrella!
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Thanks so much, Michael. That’s a favorite– so glad you like it. Appreciate it. I am very happy about your last post- congrats.
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You’re most welcome. Thanks so much!
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