I recently had the opportunity to visit Prague for a week long business trip.  I did not have a lot of time to shoot, but I was able to venture out a few times in the evenings to/from dinner and early one morning.

Prague is a wonderful city filled with cobblestone streets and old architecture characteristic of it’s days of socialism.  In many ways it was very progressive  with shopping and commerce, yet the character and feel rings true of olden times due to the architecture and rich history.  Like many European cities, it is easy and inviting to go almost anywhere by foot.  Not only did my colleagues and I feel very safe, but the proximity of the sites and attractions were very convenient.

The Charles Bridge was one of my favorite areas photographically.  I would have loved to visit here with tripod in hand and early morning fog rising from the river.  The surrounding buildings and famous castle set a wonderful backdrop for many picturesque options.  As it were, I enjoyed taking advantage of the limited time I had, and the light and circumstances afforded to me.  I could not help but think in B&W as I stood on the bridge and observed it’s wonderful texture and the backdrop of a city well over 1,000 years old.

Charles Bridge - Prague, Czech Republic

5D MarkII, 16-35L II @ 25mm, 1/60 sec. @ F/5.6, ISO 1600, handheld

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