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Friday, April 29, 2011

Cira Centre Sunset (Weekend Reflections # 84)

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
The Cira Center is one of my favorite buildings in Philadelphia. I was rushing to get to the other side to capture the best lighting when I saw the sun shining right through the building and some golden reflections of other buildings. I ended up taking some night shots too which I'll post on a later date.

I won't be blogging very much this weekend but I'll try to check in and take care of Linky problems. Just Three weeks until I leave Pennsylvania for California. It's getting hectic but It's pretty exciting too.




Have a great weekend everyone!


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58 comments:

  1. Suburban GirlApril 29, 2011 at 11:05 AM

    Wow, what a stunning image.

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  2. Luis GomezApril 29, 2011 at 11:07 AM

    Great shot James! Beautiful! How is the back doing?

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  3. DianneApril 29, 2011 at 11:08 AM

    when your blog opened I just sat here and said "Wow" over and over

    this is wow/wonderful James :)

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  4. Simon April 29, 2011 at 11:10 AM

    Holy Crap James...that's an awesome shot. Glad to hear I'm not the only one that runs to get a shot. My sense of sanity has returned. Get packing!!

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  5. Lucy CorranderApril 29, 2011 at 11:12 AM

    This picture is so strange it's almost frightening.

    I've got a bit left behind with where you are at - have even been wondering if you are settling in Paris . . . but you are moving to California?

    Hope your back is not causing you too much trouble.

    Lucy

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  6. MalyssApril 29, 2011 at 11:15 AM

    Your today's reflection is absolutely fabulous!
    You must be among towers of boxes and luggage..Best wishes!

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  7. Carolyn FordApril 29, 2011 at 11:16 AM

    Wow, James! I was pleasantly surprised to see SUCH a brilliant reflection from you today! This one is the "icing" on the cake!!! It's such a golden find and capture! Welcome 'back' to California, James. Take care of your back during the move...just be careful!!!

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  8. LeoviApril 29, 2011 at 11:19 AM

    Beautiful composition with nice contrast. A reflection magic. Very beautiful.

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  9. AnonymousApril 29, 2011 at 11:25 AM

    Perfect James. Your efforts all came together at the decisive moment when the light was just right. I like this one -- a lot.

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  10. jennyfrecklesApril 29, 2011 at 11:26 AM

    A most unusual reflection, it's spectacular.

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  11. TexWisGirlApril 29, 2011 at 11:27 AM

    great golden image!

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  12. Martha ZApril 29, 2011 at 11:34 AM

    Another amazing reflection, James.

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  13. SunnyApril 29, 2011 at 11:37 AM

    I'm speechless! What a unique image!
    I've been without a computer for a while...are you moving to California?
    Hope your back is feeling better.
    ☼ Sunny

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  14. EbieApril 29, 2011 at 11:37 AM

    Beautiful reflection of that building! I see a colorful and rainbow like arch in the background from the sun light!

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  15. Sylvia KApril 29, 2011 at 11:42 AM

    Stunning reflection, James! I love it! Hope you have a great weekend! You and I are both in the middle of a move!! Mine isn't as big or far as yours, but at this stage of the game it's big enough! Mine will be over this weekend and I can finally settle!!

    Sylvia

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  16. UnknownApril 29, 2011 at 11:44 AM

    Well spotted, James! Great shot.

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  17. Stickup ArtistApril 29, 2011 at 11:54 AM

    Oh wow, that approaches biblical proportions! I've never seen anything like it. Truly amazing!

    I do so envy your cross-country trip! I did it 4 years ago but it was before I got into photography. It was a fabulous time and I have many wonderful memories of people and places. Hopefully you'll get a chance to blog from the road here and there.

    Happy Trails!

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  18. GineApril 29, 2011 at 12:00 PM

    L'immeuble est beau, mais avec ce reflet, il est ... magnifique ! Très belle image !

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  19. Cezar and LéiaApril 29, 2011 at 12:00 PM

    Splendid!
    The building is so beautiful and modern and the traditional building reflected is amazing as well!
    Bravo! :)
    Léia

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  20. Kathryn DycheApril 29, 2011 at 12:00 PM

    Stunning image, it looks magical. Good luck getting ready for your move, you must be counting down the days.

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  21. DawnTreaderApril 29, 2011 at 12:01 PM

    It looks surreal! Wonderful shot.

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  22. snowwhiteApril 29, 2011 at 12:31 PM

    James, breathtaking photo! Building is fusing with gold!! Your shot is beyond my vocabulary. Have a nice weekend.

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  23. kayerjApril 29, 2011 at 1:01 PM

    you may have outdone yourself with this one :)

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  24. OwenApril 29, 2011 at 1:29 PM

    Wow ! Wild lighting and crazy image on the tower glass... no wonder you stopped to click a few.

    So what's the scoop, are you moving ??? Drop me an email if you have a minute, I'd love to hear what's going on these days...

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  25. UnknownApril 29, 2011 at 1:53 PM

    To the 39 comments preceding me I can only add; Wow! amazing.

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  26. Genie -- Paris and BeyondApril 29, 2011 at 2:10 PM

    Now, that is just the bomb! It is as if you took a shot of Americana and then put that glorious slice of blue and respendent gold on it - wow!

    I was in Paris when you spilled the news about your move and only just found it by your reference here today. I wish the very best for you two and will faithfully follow both your blogs... wishing you a safe and easy move, my friend.

    Bises,
    Genie

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  27. ThérèseApril 29, 2011 at 2:30 PM

    A golded shot!
    Good luck with your move.

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  28. GattinaApril 29, 2011 at 3:27 PM

    Very beautiful picture !

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  29. CildemerApril 29, 2011 at 3:31 PM

    Wow! It's magnificient! I understand why why you took some more shots!
    Thanks for sharing,James;o)

    ***
    Have a nice and happy weekend****

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  30. UnknownApril 29, 2011 at 3:32 PM

    Since you're coming back to CA, I'll say WOW! Can't wait to see what you're going to capture here with your camera:)

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  31. Maria BergApril 29, 2011 at 4:02 PM

    PERFECT PHOTO! You were at rigth place at the right time!!!
    MB

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  32. FranciscaApril 29, 2011 at 4:15 PM

    Brilliant, James!

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  33. MyMaracasApril 29, 2011 at 4:31 PM

    That. Is. Awesome.
    Love it.

    Have a good, safe trip!

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  34. Kay L. DaviesApril 29, 2011 at 5:14 PM

    This is absolutely gorgeous, James! What wonderful luck (and skill)!
    Keep us posted on the move, if you can.
    — K

    Kay, Alberta, Canada
    An Unfittie's Guide to Adventurous Travel

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  35. AnonymousApril 29, 2011 at 7:42 PM

    First I saw an Buddha being reflected. Probably a unique moment, as well as your picture.

    Please have a good weekend ahead.

    daily athens

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  36. TashApril 29, 2011 at 8:18 PM

    It looks surreal. Wow!

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  37. LewApril 29, 2011 at 8:27 PM

    Gold medal winner! I suspect there are only a few days in spring and fall when you can get that combination of light and reflection.

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  38. UnknownApril 29, 2011 at 9:46 PM

    What a shot! Wonderful capture!

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  39. UnknownApril 29, 2011 at 10:26 PM

    What can I say but WOW. Happy weekend James.

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  40. KaoriApril 30, 2011 at 12:26 AM

    Holy cow, that is gorgeous! I love how golden the reflection is!

    Hope you're having a wonderful weekend :-D

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  41. 'TsukiApril 30, 2011 at 4:13 AM

    Wow James, that is such a stunning reflection... Really Breath taking... You spotted the perfect place at the best moment to capture this very reflection, bravo !

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  42. CarolynApril 30, 2011 at 4:30 AM

    Wonderful capture of this stunning reflection!
    Have a great weekend.
    Smiles

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  43. Sar@hApril 30, 2011 at 7:49 AM

    Wonderful !
    It seems like a gem.
    congratulations

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  44. Margaret Gosden April 30, 2011 at 10:34 AM

    Amazing capture!

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  45. PatApril 30, 2011 at 11:34 AM

    What a cool shot! I love it!

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  46. eileen @ Cottage Beach HouseApril 30, 2011 at 12:23 PM

    I just found your blog and putting you on my list of things to do. I love your puddle shot of Willy Penn and human.

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  47. Sara Chapman in Seattle, USAApril 30, 2011 at 12:46 PM

    Wow, as usual. Even the parking lot doesn't hurt this fabulous shot, just adds compositionally and in mood as well. Love it.

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  48. Lynette KillamApril 30, 2011 at 12:49 PM

    Just a stunning capture, James...well done! Looking forward to the shots you'll get on holiday, especially if you make a detour to Manument Valley...:)

    Lynette

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  49. imacApril 30, 2011 at 4:28 PM

    What a real treat James.

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  50. dianasfaria.comApril 30, 2011 at 6:04 PM

    SO cool! you are a master!
    & how exciting for you & your impending move!

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  51. UnknownApril 30, 2011 at 6:15 PM

    Your shot is absolutely stunning!

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  52. UnknownApril 30, 2011 at 9:23 PM

    all I can say is WOW!!

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  53. S.May 1, 2011 at 10:34 AM

    Excellent.

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  54. Pat TillettMay 2, 2011 at 1:57 AM

    you have blown my mind with so many of your photos. This is one of them! It's AMAZING!

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  55. JimMay 3, 2011 at 5:09 PM

    Talk about being at the right spot at the right time! Nicely done.

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  56. ElisaMay 4, 2011 at 8:27 AM

    I´m here, in Argentina, again.
    I loved your country.
    NYC is wonderful
    Greetings
    Elisa

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  57. FabienMay 5, 2011 at 2:37 AM

    Exceptionnelle cette photo, j'adore !

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  58. AndyMay 6, 2011 at 4:52 AM

    You were rushing but your mind wasn't. You were still look around when you spotted this great shot.

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