Tag Archives: Cork
Red Brick Houses
Red brick houses in the center of Cork City. The building next to these has been demolished and will be converted into a new shopping center!
Rubbish
Lobby Door
Firestation
Puss!
Through the crack
Where will I sleep tonight?
Into Town
From above, the young couple walking past presents a dynamic and intriguing scene. The woman, with her striking red hair, stands out in her green top and jeans, carrying a shopping bag, walking briskly. Her companion, a man in a denim jacket and jeans, walks beside her, his face obscured from view. The view from above allows the observer to appreciate the couple’s body language, the determined stride of the woman, and the way the man walks besides her.
Despite the obscured face of the man, the image still conveys a sense of movement and energy. The contrast of the woman’s red hair against the green top creates a striking visual, drawing the eye to her as the dominant figure in the frame. The shopping bag she carries adds a sense of purpose and urgency to her movements, suggesting that the couple may be in a hurry or have a destination in mind. The man’s denim jacket and jeans create a harmonious colour scheme, blending in with the urban surroundings. This image captures a fleeting moment of everyday life, leaving the observer to wonder about the story behind the couple’s brisk pace and purposeful stride.
Parking!
The illuminated parking sign in the parking garage stands out as a bright beacon. The sign, a vibrant yellow with black text, is hard to miss as it serves as a guide to drivers searching for a vacant spot. The bold contrast of the colours on the sign creates a striking visual, drawing the eye towards it. The sign’s illumination also adds to its visibility, making it easy to read even in the garage.
In the background, an exit sign can be seen, indicating the way out of the garage. The bright yellow colour of the exit sign mirrors the yellow of the parking sign, adding a pop of colour to the scene. The light pouring in from an open gap in the wall behind the parking sign creates an interesting play of light and shadow, highlighting the sign’s brightness and making it stand out even more. This image captures the mundane beauty of a parking garage, revealing the artistic potential in even the most unexpected of places.
Tops
This photo captures an interesting view of Cork City, with a plethora of church spires visible in the far background, rising majestically above the surrounding buildings. The spires are a testament to the city’s rich cultural heritage and add an air of grandeur to the scene. Their distant placement creates a sense of depth, drawing the eye towards the horizon and inviting the observer to explore the rest of the city.
In the near background, a school tower rises high, its brick facade contrasting with the surrounding buildings. The tower’s height and central location make it a prominent feature in the frame, adding a sense of order and stability to the scene. It’s now the Court House, of course.
In the foreground, construction material can be seen, serving as a reminder of the constant evolution of urban landscapes. Building work on the roof of a building continues, adding to the sense of movement and change in the city. The juxtaposition of the old and new, the ancient and modern, creates a dynamic and intriguing scene, revealing the city’s ever-changing character.
No Cars!
The empty multi-storey car park presents an eerie and deserted scene. Inside, the lack of natural light makes the space feel dark and foreboding, adding to the sense of emptiness and abandonment. The only sources of light come from dimly lit overhead bulbs, casting a pale glow over the concrete floors and pillars. The silence is only interrupted by the faint hum of distant machinery, creating an unsettling atmosphere.
Despite the darkness inside, the outside world is bright and vibrant, visible through the open sides of the car park. The contrast between the bright exterior and the dark interior of the car park is stark, highlighting the sense of isolation and detachment within. The juxtaposition of the bright exterior and the dark interior creates a sense of longing and separation, emphasizing the emptiness of the space and the absence of life within.