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Friday, September 9, 2011

Grand Canal at Night (Weekend Reflections # 103)

Newport Beach, California (Little Balboa Island)

 I wish this was a photo of Venice but it's not.
Grand Canal is the name of the walkways on both sides of this canal. Balboa is actually two islands that are connected by a bridge. This is a photo of the little island. I go to Balboa Island almost every night to walk and take pictures. I think both islands combined are only about two miles around so it's a wonder that I'm not bored with it yet.

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50 comments:

  1. AnonymousSeptember 9, 2011 at 11:03 AM

    Beautiful lighting James. The stillness of the water, the calm reflection convey a sense of quiet. Only the flag waving in the breeze hints at movement.

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  2. SivindenSeptember 9, 2011 at 11:08 AM

    Splendid reflections! Usually I take my daily walks starting outside my house - but I'm not bored either.

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  3. DinaSeptember 9, 2011 at 11:08 AM

    James, the night photo hunter.
    You always find new things of beauty, so slim chance of getting bored.

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  4. ReenaSeptember 9, 2011 at 11:10 AM

    Remarkable night reflections James!

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  5. Sylvia KSeptember 9, 2011 at 11:12 AM

    I always love your night reflections, James! And you do indeed find so many fantastic night shots! Hope you have a lovely weekend! Enjoy!

    Sylvia

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  6. LeoviSeptember 9, 2011 at 11:30 AM

    Nice photo. Wonderful reflection night. Transmits a lot of serenity. Saludos.

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  7. 'TsukiSeptember 9, 2011 at 11:34 AM

    Well if you did tell us that it was Venice I would have find it hard to believe because of the Stars and Stripes waving us... :D

    It is a nice shot anyway. I like how you manage to capture the quietness of the night in your nightshots : they are always so peaceful... And it is quite strange, to, cause evening are usually full of life, though...

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  8. EbieSeptember 9, 2011 at 11:36 AM

    Gorgeous! A place I need to explore. There is also a Venice Canal in Venice Beach.

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  9. KarenSeptember 9, 2011 at 11:45 AM

    A fabulous night shot once again James! Have a great weekend.

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  10. LewSeptember 9, 2011 at 11:49 AM

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  11. LewSeptember 9, 2011 at 11:50 AM

    With sights like this, how can a photographer get board? Great shot, as always!

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  12. Ms. BeckySeptember 9, 2011 at 12:11 PM

    your water night shots are always so superb. extraordinary. I could take a few pointers from you I'm sure. happy weekend to you James. and thanks for hosting WR each week.

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  13. MalyssSeptember 9, 2011 at 12:25 PM

    A place does not need to be tall to offer many views, moods, corners to picture. A lot depends on the eye of the one who is looking at it..and you have a perfect eye!

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  14. FotokarusellenSeptember 9, 2011 at 12:28 PM

    You have captured the light perfectly. The reflections are wonderful. A very beautiful image. Well done.

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  15. Maude LynnSeptember 9, 2011 at 12:33 PM

    How could anyone get bored with that? Beautiful!

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  16. DimpleSeptember 9, 2011 at 12:37 PM

    The color in this is what I notice...yellow from the sodium vapor lights predominates, but there is white here and there to show that the yellow is not a mistake! Beautiful!

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  17. wildcatwoodsSeptember 9, 2011 at 12:48 PM

    Just lovely - close enough to Venice to me!

    Carolina Mts

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  18. Caroline LindSeptember 9, 2011 at 1:08 PM

    That's a house in my style, great photo with the lighting and reflection in the water.

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  19. AlexaSeptember 9, 2011 at 1:43 PM

    We were thinking alike this week, James. I love your Grand Canal—looks like a lovely place to stroll.

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  20. FranciscaSeptember 9, 2011 at 1:57 PM

    A warm golden night glow reflected... everything calm; only the flag blowing hints at a breeze. I can't imagine with your eye you'll ever be bored, James.

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  21. AnonymousSeptember 9, 2011 at 2:33 PM

    That's a nice walk every evening! Neat reflections. Maybe our rain will stay away long enough to go on a walk tonight!

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  22. TexWisGirlSeptember 9, 2011 at 3:53 PM

    beautiful golden glows!

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  23. LimareaSeptember 9, 2011 at 3:54 PM

    Looks beautiful, nice light :)

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  24. Gemma WisemanSeptember 9, 2011 at 3:57 PM

    Beautiful golds in the night light! And the reflections are like trails of radiant gold paint!

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  25. Kathryn DycheSeptember 9, 2011 at 4:03 PM

    Love the warm tones in this image, such beautiful lighting.

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  26. HalcyonSeptember 9, 2011 at 5:56 PM

    I love night shots. And they're even better when combined with a reflection! :)

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  27. IreneSeptember 9, 2011 at 7:06 PM

    Lovely place ... well captured! Enjoy your weekend!

    Irene

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  28. lotusleafSeptember 9, 2011 at 8:50 PM

    It is a thing of beauty!

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  29. Jeannette StGSeptember 9, 2011 at 8:53 PM

    You must know every corner and every street of quaint Balboa now:) It's great views change depending on the weather and time of day!
    The mood in your pic made me think of Edward Hopper -a great capture!

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  30. forgetmenotSeptember 9, 2011 at 9:12 PM

    Very nice reflection. I was in Balboa earlier this summer. Lovely little place. The beach there was PACKED!! Have a nice weekend. Mickie :)

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  31. MagdaSeptember 9, 2011 at 10:17 PM

    I'm in love with that house ...and your picture of cours !!!

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  32. ArijaSeptember 9, 2011 at 11:34 PM

    How could you be bored with reflections like that? Walking where there is water is always rewarding with changes of weather and light. Nice shot indeed.

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  33. Martha ZSeptember 10, 2011 at 12:30 AM

    Another great one, James. Someday I'm going to put myself where I can get a night reflection.

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  34. GattinaSeptember 10, 2011 at 2:02 AM

    Wonderful reflections, but Venice looks a little different, lol !

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  35. s.cSeptember 10, 2011 at 6:32 AM

    Great nightshot James. Also a nice reflection.

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  36. Simon September 10, 2011 at 10:16 AM

    That canal has offered you some really great shots....I think it will be quite awhile before you're bored. Plus it has 2 sides. I imagine early morning light might be beautiful here too, if the sun is cooperative.
    Happy weekend James.

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  37. Francesco MirandaSeptember 10, 2011 at 10:46 AM

    Wow!
    Wonderful reflection and woderful night shot!

    ;-)

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  38. Margaret Gosden September 10, 2011 at 11:52 AM

    JUST LOVELY, JAMES!

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  39. rafSeptember 10, 2011 at 5:15 PM

    Great night shot as always, James. You're in a prime location for good reflection opportunities and you're soing it well!

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  40. Sara ChapmanSeptember 10, 2011 at 11:28 PM

    You are so cool with these night shots. And you must have a fine lens to get the angles so true. I love your eye and what results you get.

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  41. Cezar and LéiaSeptember 11, 2011 at 11:19 AM

    Bonjour James,
    This picture is magnificent, adorable lights and beautiful reflections!
    Léia

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  42. Elisa N ViajesSeptember 11, 2011 at 12:00 PM

    Hermosa imagen James!
    Saludos cordiales
    Elisa, Argentina

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  43. CarolaSeptember 11, 2011 at 12:13 PM

    Great light, great reflection. This is an awesome shot. And what a wonderful place for an evening walk.

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  44. OwenSeptember 11, 2011 at 8:17 PM

    Hey James... looks like life is on easy street, strolling by the water, taking in the light. Could be worse fates in life I think. The architecture of this house is a bit boxy for my taste, I think I like the reflected half better, it is dreamier than the real part. Although I drove by there once or twice while living in San Diego, I never got to Balboa. Will look forward to seeing more through your gifted lens eye...

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  45. UnknownSeptember 11, 2011 at 9:42 PM

    I love the warmth of your photo. As one who spent many days and nights wandering Balboa Island I can not imagine ever becoming bored of the island.

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  46. imacSeptember 12, 2011 at 5:30 PM

    Wow, wonderful.

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  47. Carolyn FordSeptember 12, 2011 at 8:02 PM

    wOw! nice nice nice!

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  48. TheChieftessSeptember 16, 2011 at 5:38 AM

    A beautiful shot of a beautiful spot!!!

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  49. Pat TillettSeptember 16, 2011 at 10:55 AM

    Nice one James! I also love Balboa. I don't get to it as often as you though.

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  50. SaunOctober 22, 2011 at 4:42 PM

    Love it beautiful lighting and reflection.

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