PORTLAND, Oregon | A City, but not All Arrogant About It

Sekkle · #1 Posted: **Mar 16, 2010, 2:21 PM**

These were taken mostly in downtown, plus a few on the eastside and 2 in the suburbs. I usually try to mix in some people shots, but this time I think I’ve got a few too many.

my previous three...
Portland (Feb 2010)
LA (Jan 2010)
Portland (Nov 2009)

flar · #2 Posted: **Mar 16, 2010, 2:38 PM**

Let me be the first to say: "Incredible set!"

ColDayMan · #3 Posted: **Mar 16, 2010, 2:52 PM**

Quite impressive.

alexjon · #4 Posted: **Mar 16, 2010, 3:31 PM**

I recognized someone again, but this time it was actually a former co-worker rather than a friend.

Great set

LAsam · #5 Posted: **Mar 16, 2010, 4:09 PM**

I like how the subject of the urban photography on this site has evolved from purely architectural, to more of urban ambiance inclusive of people and emotion as well as architecture. I believe the photographers on this site inspire and challenge each other to constantly improve and the results are becoming more and more evident over time. This photo thread was excellent... very technically sound but also emotional.

nath05 · #6 Posted: **Mar 16, 2010, 6:11 PM**

Not too many people shots at all.

Seems like there's been a lot of Portland threads lately on this site. I really like what I've been seeing:tu:

Okstate · #7 Posted: **Mar 16, 2010, 9:35 PM**

That last shot really shows the valley Portland sits in. Nicely done.

ue · #8 Posted: **Mar 16, 2010, 10:09 PM**

Nice thread. Wasn't expecting a thread from ya in a while. I like a lot of the people shots, I don't think there were too many. They are a big part of urban element to me and add life between architecture/skyline shots. I think it was a cool move.

This one is my favourite http://www.flickr.com/photos/35021226@N02/4378219340/ and I don't even remember it.

One of my favourites I've seen of you (along with the Seattle, LA, and Fall Portland ones).

Oh and two questions

1) You seem to use the telephoto and 10-20 a lot, do you still use your 18-55 kit?

2) What is the meaning to the name of this?

diskojoe · #9 Posted: **Mar 16, 2010, 10:41 PM**

good stuff. nice variety like always.

flar · #10 Posted: **Mar 16, 2010, 10:48 PM**

Quote:

Originally Posted by LAsam

I like how the subject of the urban photography on this site has evolved from purely architectural, to more of urban ambiance inclusive of people and emotion as well as architecture. I believe the photographers on this site inspire and challenge each other to constantly improve and the results are becoming more and more evident over time. This photo thread was excellent... very technically sound but also emotional.

Indeed

OhioGuy · #11 Posted: **Mar 17, 2010, 1:53 AM**

Great photos! I'm always happy to see Portland. And while I personally come to SSP to see streetscapes & generally prefer to see people as just elements of the overall streetscape as opposed to the main focus of photo threads, I was nonetheless impressed with your ability to capture moments so vividly clear!

TonyAnderson · #12 Posted: **Mar 17, 2010, 6:57 AM**

Absolutely incredible.

Chef · #13 Posted: **Mar 17, 2010, 7:25 AM**

Now that is a very nice set of photos!

Bedhead · #14 Posted: **Mar 17, 2010, 1:58 PM**

Superb. Still enough breathtaking pics of buildings to keep everyone happy.

I love this reflection - because the building in the reflection is a different colour to the wall at the top of the photo, it looks like the building is hovering over the puddle.

Sekkle · #15 Posted: **Mar 17, 2010, 10:09 PM**

thanks for the comments everyone

Quote:

Originally Posted by edmontonenthusiast

1) You seem to use the telephoto and 10-20 a lot, do you still use your 18-55 kit?

2) What is the meaning to the name of this?

1. I'm borrowing a 17-85mm IS lens that I used for several of these shots. Other than that, yeah it was either the 55-250mm IS or the 10-20mm. I haven't used the 18-55mm much since I've had access to the 17-85.

2. No real deep meaning... just a city, just a title.

whatsthepoint13 · #16 Posted: **Mar 18, 2010, 12:03 AM**

What an absolute masterpiece!

Thundertubs · #17 Posted: **Mar 18, 2010, 4:12 PM**

I'll keep saying it: some of the very best work on this site. Each installment is a treat.

downtownpdx · #18 Posted: **Mar 23, 2010, 5:37 AM**

Great mix of cityscape and people shots as always!

pEte fiSt iN Ur fAce · #19 Posted: **Mar 23, 2010, 8:55 AM**

Totally aweeeeeessssommmmmmmmme!

HomeInMyShoes · #20 Posted: **Mar 23, 2010, 10:03 AM**

Nice set Sekkle. Very nice.