On Thursday night I found myself in Central London at a good friend’s birthday gathering. As I left the pub I took this image of London’s South Bank.
What really caught my eye was the way the cranes were lit up. It was a very clear night and the lights all looked amazing.
I wasn’t going to post the image on my blog. My intention had been to post it solely to Instagram but it got so many likes I thought I would post it here as well.
Being so close to Christmas, I haven’t much time. The image is, therefore, virtually untouched. That said, I like the image as it is and wouldn’t want to edit it too much anyway.
I think there’s an amazing mix of lights and buildings in the picture. Does anything in particular catch your eye? I’d be very interested to know so please do leave a comment below. If you have any thoughts on how it could be edited, I’d be especially keen to hear them.
22 thoughts on “London’s South Bank at night”
Hi John, it is the cranes that catch my eye too. Your photo is like a scene from War Of The Worlds… Maybe the cranes are coming to take over the planet? It looks surprisingly peaceful too. I always imagine London to be busy, never calm and quiet.
Wishing you and yours a Very Merry Christmas.
xx
Of all the comments left about this picture, I think this is my favourite. It is very War of the Worlds like isn’t it? Hope you had a good Christmas also.
Fab photo, John. You know what catches my eye? The colour of the sky. The light pollution almost makes it look like dawn! I’m assuming you weren’t out all night. Wishing you a lovely Christmas. #MySundayPhoto
No, wasn’t out all night. I think I was back home by one so not too crazy. The light pollution does make it look like dawn, I see what you mean.
Great photo, John. Urban landscapes, like this , are great to capture in these conditions. I too love the cranes all lit up. #mysundayphoto
While I love a good rural landscape, urban landscapes can be amazing and London is a gift that just keeps giving!
It’s a fabulous photo. It’s amazing how clear everything looks. Have a merry Christmas!
It has come out very clear hasn’t it? I guess that’s because I took it on a tripod with a slightly longer than normal exposure time.
Fab photo, I’m glad you posted here too, I love all the tall lines from the bridge and the cranes. A very Merry Christmas to you
I guess the lines do add something to the pic don’t they? I was drawn in by the lights by I see what you mean.
I love the South Bank when it’s all lit up. Beautiful colours.
Thank you for linking up and have a Merry Christmas.
It was a beautiful, warm evening, The pic was crying out to be taken Darren.
Great photo John. The cranes almost look like a crazy festive sculpture. Have a great Christmas.
Yeah, they are a bit like a crazy sculpture aren’t they? Hadn’t thought of them like that.
Stunning, do you think those cranes are makes apartments that will be a) affordable and b) teen friendly?
Haha, good questions Catherine. I’m sure teens ould enjoy them but as for affordable, that would depend on your definition of affordable.
That is a fantastic photo! Everything looks so clear!
I hope you have a wonderful day tomorrow! Merry Christmas x
Thanks Kim, yes we had a lovely Christmas. the image does look strangely clear doesn’t it. Not too sure how I managed that!
That is a superb shot
Mollyx
Thanks Molly, glad you like it. I’ve been doing quite a bit of night time photography recently.
Wow that looks stunning. I hope you had a wonderful Christmas. Love all the lights x
Thanks Susan, yes we had a great Christmas up in Scotland as it happens.