Tuesday, August 19, 2025

New Places and Old Places

 



Another thing that was on my list of things to see was this place called Outernet.  It's a digital video experience that was a bit mind-blowing.  The changing patterns in this passageway were mesmerizing.  















Then in another area there was a story being told called Enchanted Forest.





























And, in another room I caught this skyline image just before it disappeared.  This is an experience well worth locating.  And, it's free!


Then I walked over to Leicester Square and wondered how Mr. Shakespeare would feel about having pigeons sitting on his head.
















Then I saw Mr. Bean sitting on a bench in Leicester Square.  There were a group of kids waiting to have their picture taken with him. I grabbed a shot in-between exchanges.































Then I made my way over to the National Gallery where I joined the huge crowds of people there to see the art.

















My favorite painting I captured was Vermeer's "A Young Woman Standing at a Virginal".  I love Vermeer and enjoy seeing his works wherever I can.


I took lots and lots of photos today not to mention the lots and lots I took over the past four days.  I'll look forward to sharing some of the best in the future.

11 comments:

  1. What a great day. That Outernet place looks incredible. The changing patterns and the "Enchanted Forest" look like a truly immersive experience. It's amazing that something so high-tech can exist right alongside historic London. Your photos of Shakespeare with the pigeons and Mr. Bean with the kids are priceless. It's a perfect mix of old and new, and you captured those moments so well. It's always a special feeling to see a painting you love in person, too. I can't wait to see more of your photos. I've just published a new post on my blog,

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  2. Sounds like a wonderful day, Sharon.

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  3. Put a smile to my face this morning.

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  4. Beautiful Shots! Have a fantastic week ahead.

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  5. Vermeer so often has the light coming in a window from the left. That must have been the position of the window in his studio!

    I imagine Shakespeare is used to the pigeons by now.

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  6. I think Mr bean owns a house a few miles from me in Ipsten

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  7. Vermeer!! My favorite painter?
    I am so glad you are having exciting experiences. : )

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  8. What a great trip! The warehouse is such a cool idea.

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