Lisbon After Dark - Gringa Steemfest Travel Series Pt.11

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“I know nothing with any certainty, but the sight of the stars makes me dream.” ~ Vincent van Gogh

Hey Steemians, and Steemiets! I had such a great time photographing every possible moment at Steemfest. I honestly haven't spent enough time working on my photography skills outside of food so this was a great opportunity for me. One of my favorite occasions during my traveling was this one night in Lisbon when @noboxes and I took to the streets and explored some of the inner parts of the city at night. I didn't realize before visiting that Lisbon is such a lovely city full of historical monuments and intricately designed mosaic walkways.

Dark photography is pretty challenging as anyone familiar with cameras will know, so it was fun to test what I've learned about it through my years of photo-taking. Since I always use natural daytime light for my food photos these type of shots are pretty uncharted waters for me.

So I've always known this about myself, but visiting two new big cities confirmed it for me even more; cities are great to visit but I'd never want to live there for a long period of time. Personally I prefer the peace and freedom of more rural living. That's probably why the rustic mountain life of North Idaho appeals to me so much. But don't get me wrong, I do so enjoy spending time in the city. A huge part of city life that fascinates me is how everything simply transforms in the night time. It's kind of magical.

What about you? Are you a city dweller or more of a nature type?






























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You did it again, even though I was not there, you're awesome photos make me feel as if I were there!! Thanks so much for sharing!!

I want you to go next time for sure @fullofhope !

That was an amazing evening and I am thrilled that I got to experience it with you! And, furthermore, you captured it beautifully!! You and camera will be going places!

Haha, that's something I'm looking very forward to @noboxes

Beautiful!

I recognize all of these sights you posted photos of from my 2 weeks in Lisboa!

Though some of your photos are nicer than the ones I got ;-)>

Oh, I bet your shots are super awesome!! I bet we'll be seeing them in future posts

Yes, I got a lot of nice photos and do intend to share them!

Still in Europe, been in Spain for a week, heading back to the states on Monday.

Then family time, THEN lots of posting.

Blessings~*~

Love these, you really caught the atmosphere of Lisbon. Great stuff.

Thanks so much @damnthatbanana. And thanks so much for the use of that card!

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Excellent photography Congratulations.

Thank you so much @amjad11

Beautiful!

Very nice :)

It was such a wonderful place

Beautiful

Thanks so much for taking the time to comment on my post @dedley

So unique logo 😁😁. Would like to get one for myself 😉

My brother-in-law @rigaronib is always open for design customers @shikhakesarwani! Thanks for reading!

Very very Beautifull photos and good enjoy the travel 😊

Thank you so very much @amsakhan!

It was such a beautiful, lively city. I miss it and hope to go back someday!

Me too! Thanks for your reply @jeffjagoe!

Beautyfull image.
Its can washing my eye😉

What a wonderful place! It's awesome

Thank you so much @coolbuddy !

very nice post help me earing

Thanks for taking the time to comment on my post @seoshohidul

Looks like you were causing @noboxes to need a java refill! Lol

Haha, that's probably true. This had already been a full day.

Excellent night shots! No flash and you are laughing! they really are mad for the mosaic. I genuinely didn't know it was such a cultural city

Yes, the mosaics are great and thanks for the compliment @meesterboom! Your support is always so appreciated!

It's obvious here that you really prepared for the shots, they're exceptionally good.
SteemFest was a great touch to our lives.

It definitely was!! Thanks for reading @maxdevalue

awesome photography i like it very much,

Thank you so much @rozetaylar!

wow amazing pictures. when you see these pictures they make you feel like you are in another century, or rather an old century. i love your work continue

Thank you so much @mageofor!

I love the pictures!! I agree, I could never live in a big city either, But I enjoy visiting once in a while.

So glad we agree on that! Thanks @susanne!

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Thanks @aksdwi, I appreciate that

Nice post
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Great Photography Picture :) I like it , Especially the effect used ^^
Which Effect you use ? Thank you so much for sharing following you :)

No 'effects.' Just my camera and some editing in Lightroom

I hope you had fun there with your father :)

It was a great time, thanks so much for asking and for commenting

Beautifull pictures , looks amazing

Love the pictures hope to go there soon. 😊

I hope you get the chance too

Very very nice post!

It looks like fairies' land after dark. Beautiful photos. I am a country person myself. I only like to visit cities once in a while and for short periods of time.

Yes, I understand, we can only take so much of the busy crowds and traffic. So glad you liked my photos and thanks so much for commenting @cecicastor

The photos in particular were exquisite! Great job

Thanks so much @sjagga91. That is very nice of you to say

You did a great job with the night photography @gringalicious. I think for most photographers, food is the most challenging, so I guess you are ahead of the game lol. Lisbon is a beautiful city no doubt, but I myself like you, would prefer quiet rural living, if I have a choice, lol. At least, I live in a quiet neighborhood for now.

Enjoy the rest of your trip my Dear 🌸💖🌸

Thanks so much @lenasveganliving. I am back home now and very glad to be. We've started decorating for Christmas, a big deal in my family and it's a blast!!

Thanks for the compliments on my photos!

You are most welcome my Dear and enjoy all the home festivities 🌸💖🌸

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amazing photography ..
will appreciate if you visit to my blogs ..
thanks for sharing...

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Uau, you paid attention to a lot of beautiful buildings! Great photos!

I feel a bit of sorry of not spending the weekend with you all, but glad you had a great time!

Well, I am glad that we had the time that we did. We'll spend more time together next year, yes?

Hopefully, we will spend more time next year!! Wondering where it will take place...

What beautiful photos, Lisbon is beautiful, the photos are spectacular! I like big cities to know them like you, I think life in big cities is very busy.

Yes, it is fun to visit the city, but not to live there. Thanks for commenting @betamusic

wow it looks so beautiful :)

I am so glad you liked it @blazing! Thanks for commenting

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Killer shots, and awesome to meet you and @noboxes at steemfest! Lisbon is a photographer's dream city, all I had was my iPhone, but it was all I wanted to do!

@timsaid put on a photo workshop on day 3 and he said that the best camera is the one you have. I agree. So glad you liked my shots and it was great to meet you as well.

I love that! There's sometimes a bit of elitism to do with "kit" and "tech" in the photo/video world. Do what you can with what you have that's what I say, I like to nerd out about new tech as much as anyone but it can get in the way. I've always prefered a minimal approach

Wow stunning photos girl! I really wish I was there! :D

Perhaps you can attend next year's steemfest. I hope so!

Wonderful photos @gringalicious! Thank you for sharing and for showing the world how wonderful Portugal is! :D Resteemed!

Thanks for taking the time to comment on my post @helgapn and I am glad you liked my photos

Nice, I like it

I am so glad

Wow..they're pretty awesome! Bright lights and colors in the dark contrast.
You basically walked from Marquez de Pombal all the way to Rossio straight to Chiado.
That pic after the Pastel de nata shop was my hostel..just after hardrock cafe in Rossio 😍😙

That's awesome. Did you enjoy your stay there?

Yeah, my Dad and walked all the way down to the water and back to our hotel HF Lisboa

Yes i did! Although i perfectly chose my location for steemfest, i didn't have the time to check Rossio much.
Am from London..so it warrants going back to Lisbon.
Do u know, some people became depressed post steemfest lolsss!

Congratulations to the latest addition of your family...saw @uglysweater's post about her. Great timing! She waited for you and your dad to get back!

Actually, she was born on Sunday while we were at steemfest. Thanks so much for the congrats.

Yes, I can see how people would get depressed. It was an intense high for sure. And, you come home to see some of the problems that still exist within steemville.

I am still very, very optimistic. I think we are all very early adopters of something much bigger than we can imagine

We are indeed! And i have faith that changes can only happen thru us too.
The influentials can do a lot...
U are one of them.

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