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This is where you can chat about bridges... let’s get the conversation started! 😊
"Voyager est un triple plaisir : l'attente, l'éblouissement et le souvenir." Ilka Chase
Discussion: Bridges of the World July 2026
by Rouquine38
Translated into English.
Congrats, Isabelle, on your award-winning photo (and the others)!
The links you shared in the "landscapes" thread, which are supposed to lead to the "bridges," do work (though we’re not all equally lucky with bugs). You’re too kind to say it, but let’s remind newcomers that the photo thread is strictly for posting photos and that questions and comments should be posted here.
Before diving into my little hard drive, a question: are the small bridges* still eligible? And what about "no bridge" (because bridges are just too beautiful)—is that allowed? (Lesotho)
* got the ref? 😇
The links you shared in the "landscapes" thread, which are supposed to lead to the "bridges," do work (though we’re not all equally lucky with bugs). You’re too kind to say it, but let’s remind newcomers that the photo thread is strictly for posting photos and that questions and comments should be posted here.
Before diving into my little hard drive, a question: are the small bridges* still eligible? And what about "no bridge" (because bridges are just too beautiful)—is that allowed? (Lesotho)
* got the ref? 😇
Congrats, Isabelle, on your award-winning photo (and the others)!
Thanks, Jean Luc! 😊
The links you shared in the "landscapes" discussion, meant to lead to the "bridges," work (but we’re not all equal when it comes to bugs).
Yeah, the mysteries of tech... 😅
You’re too kind to say it outright, but let’s remind the newbies that the photo thread is strictly for photos and that questions and comments should be posted here.
Yes, thanks for the reminder!
Before diving into my little hard drive, a question: are small bridges* still relevant, and are they allowed?
Not being a soccer fan, it took me a sec to get it 😂—nope, not allowed! 😅
And what about "no bridge" (because a bridge is just too beautiful)—is that possible? (Lesotho)
* got the ref?
Nope, I need a bridge! 😊
Thanks, Jean Luc! 😊
The links you shared in the "landscapes" discussion, meant to lead to the "bridges," work (but we’re not all equal when it comes to bugs).
Yeah, the mysteries of tech... 😅
You’re too kind to say it outright, but let’s remind the newbies that the photo thread is strictly for photos and that questions and comments should be posted here.
Yes, thanks for the reminder!
Before diving into my little hard drive, a question: are small bridges* still relevant, and are they allowed?
Not being a soccer fan, it took me a sec to get it 😂—nope, not allowed! 😅
And what about "no bridge" (because a bridge is just too beautiful)—is that possible? (Lesotho)
* got the ref?
Nope, I need a bridge! 😊
"Voyager est un triple plaisir : l'attente, l'éblouissement et le souvenir." Ilka Chase
Should I go or shouldn't I? (Kyrgyzstan)
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Kalimera, in the local language. 🙂
Congrats on the win and, as always, your stunning photo. 🙂 This time, I’ll have to pass. The photos of bridges—those little stone bridges spanning the emerald torrents of Epirus, where fauns and nymphs rest—were on the lost external hard drive.
Just dropping by to mention the San Virgilio Bridge in Lombardy:
https://www.castellodipadernello.it/vivi-il-borgo/arte-e-natura/
And a Venetian bridge that needs no introduction:
Catherine
Congrats on the win and, as always, your stunning photo. 🙂 This time, I’ll have to pass. The photos of bridges—those little stone bridges spanning the emerald torrents of Epirus, where fauns and nymphs rest—were on the lost external hard drive.
Just dropping by to mention the San Virgilio Bridge in Lombardy:
https://www.castellodipadernello.it/vivi-il-borgo/arte-e-natura/
And a Venetian bridge that needs no introduction:
Catherine
By this, and this only, we have existed. Which is not to be found in our obituaries. (T.S. Eliot)
@Montagnard74 Thanks Bruno for kicking things off! 👍
"Voyager est un triple plaisir : l'attente, l'éblouissement et le souvenir." Ilka Chase
To go or not to go? (Kyrgyzstan)
Well, honestly, no contest! I’m not going 😅 Did you take this today for the theme? 😄
Well, honestly, no contest! I’m not going 😅 Did you take this today for the theme? 😄
"Voyager est un triple plaisir : l'attente, l'éblouissement et le souvenir." Ilka Chase
Kalimera, in the local language. 🙂
Congrats on the win and, as always, your stunning photo. 🙂 This time, I’ll have to sit it out. The photos of bridges—those little stone bridges spanning the emerald torrents of Epirus, where fauns and nymphs rest—were on the lost external hard drive.
Just passing through, so here’s the San Virgilio Bridge in Lombardy:
https://www.castellodipadernello.it/vivi-il-borgo/arte-e-natura/
And a Venetian bridge that needs no introduction:
Catherine
Thanks, Catherine! 😊 Honestly, these two photos fit the theme perfectly—I really love the second one, which, in my opinion, would totally hold its own in the contest. The first one is so original! 😄
Congrats on the win and, as always, your stunning photo. 🙂 This time, I’ll have to sit it out. The photos of bridges—those little stone bridges spanning the emerald torrents of Epirus, where fauns and nymphs rest—were on the lost external hard drive.
Just passing through, so here’s the San Virgilio Bridge in Lombardy:
https://www.castellodipadernello.it/vivi-il-borgo/arte-e-natura/
And a Venetian bridge that needs no introduction:
Catherine
Thanks, Catherine! 😊 Honestly, these two photos fit the theme perfectly—I really love the second one, which, in my opinion, would totally hold its own in the contest. The first one is so original! 😄
"Voyager est un triple plaisir : l'attente, l'éblouissement et le souvenir." Ilka Chase
Hi Catherine,
I also think we should submit these two photos—the Rialto really shines in them.
I compared them with mine and... no contest! !
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Should I go or not? (Kyrgyzstan)
I'm going... on all fours! 😄
I'm going... on all fours! 😄
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@Montagnard74Thanks Bruno for kicking things off! 👍
I said I’d be more active in July ;)
So, in the "should I go or shouldn’t I" series, I had this from Laos, on Don Khon Island: PS: We went!
I said I’d be more active in July ;)
So, in the "should I go or shouldn’t I" series, I had this from Laos, on Don Khon Island: PS: We went!
"Le véritable voyage de découverte ne consiste pas à chercher de nouveaux paysages, mais à avoir de nouveaux yeux."
Marcel Proust
@Montagnard74 Thanks Bruno for kicking things off! 👍
I said I’d be more active in July ;)
Here’s one from the "should I go or shouldn’t I" series—I had this from Laos, on Don Khon Island: PS: We went!
Wow! You’re quite the adventurer—I wouldn’t have gone 😮💨
I said I’d be more active in July ;)
Here’s one from the "should I go or shouldn’t I" series—I had this from Laos, on Don Khon Island: PS: We went!
Wow! You’re quite the adventurer—I wouldn’t have gone 😮💨
"Voyager est un triple plaisir : l'attente, l'éblouissement et le souvenir." Ilka Chase
Manhattan in the mist
"Voyager est un triple plaisir : l'attente, l'éblouissement et le souvenir." Ilka Chase
Well, in the "to go or not to go" series, I had this from Laos, on Don Khon Island:
PS: We went!
Thanks, you’ve given me an idea ;) I don’t have much on bridges, but I’ll make an effort to contribute...
Thanks, you’ve given me an idea ;) I don’t have much on bridges, but I’ll make an effort to contribute...
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Hey, does this one ring a bell? 😛
Il n'y a pas de problème sans solution... et si il n'y a pas de solution, il n'y a pas de problème !
The photo is from a few days ago.
No need to go there—there’s a much newer bridge right next to it! !😄
No need to go there—there’s a much newer bridge right next to it! !😄
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The cows would love to go there, but the bridge is blocked for them! (Kyrgyzstan)
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Seeing the theme, I thought, "Oh! I’ve got some of those!"
... and then I realized I actually have way more photos *taken from* bridges than *of* bridges themselves 😎.
Anyway, great job on those awesome bridge photos you’ve already posted 🙂
Anyway, great job on those awesome bridge photos you’ve already posted 🙂
Si tu diffères de moi, mon frère, loin de me léser, tu m'enrichis (Saint Exupéry)
Speaking of Laotian bridges, the bamboo toll bridge that used to be rebuilt every year after the rainy season (I think it was you who told me it no longer existed and had been replaced by a permanent bridge)
Access to the city center near Dien Sabai restaurant
And the bridge itself:
Access to the city center near Dien Sabai restaurant
And the bridge itself:
Si tu diffères de moi, mon frère, loin de me léser, tu m'enrichis (Saint Exupéry)
Even if the photo isn’t great, I can’t help myself...
Si tu diffères de moi, mon frère, loin de me léser, tu m'enrichis (Saint Exupéry)
Hi Isabelle,
According to your definition:
« A structure generally made of stone, wood, or metal that allows crossing a depression or obstacle (such as a communication route or waterway) by connecting the two sides of the depression or spanning the obstacle. »
Here’s the most minimalist, unusual, and... downright terrifying bridge I’ve ever come across. I didn’t have the nerve to cross it... I turned back...
Since then, I’ve seen this kind of "bridge" quite often in the region where I live in India, especially in my village where several fisherman’s houses have this type of bridge to access the beach by crossing the lagoon in front of their homes. And I’m amazed at how they cross "that" without hesitation, without falling...
« A structure generally made of stone, wood, or metal that allows crossing a depression or obstacle (such as a communication route or waterway) by connecting the two sides of the depression or spanning the obstacle. »
Here’s the most minimalist, unusual, and... downright terrifying bridge I’ve ever come across. I didn’t have the nerve to cross it... I turned back...
Since then, I’ve seen this kind of "bridge" quite often in the region where I live in India, especially in my village where several fisherman’s houses have this type of bridge to access the beach by crossing the lagoon in front of their homes. And I’m amazed at how they cross "that" without hesitation, without falling...
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@Montagnard74Thanks Bruno for kicking things off! 👍
Also, on re-reading, I realize I’m dissing the Aussie who posted before me! 😉
Also, on re-reading, I realize I’m dissing the Aussie who posted before me! 😉
"Le véritable voyage de découverte ne consiste pas à chercher de nouveaux paysages, mais à avoir de nouveaux yeux."
Marcel Proust
About Laotian bridges, the bamboo toll bridge that used to be rebuilt every year after the rainy season (I think it was you who told me it no longer existed and had been replaced by a permanent bridge)
They had the PLAN to replace it with a permanent bridge—I don’t know if it’s been built yet.
They had the PLAN to replace it with a permanent bridge—I don’t know if it’s been built yet.
"Le véritable voyage de découverte ne consiste pas à chercher de nouveaux paysages, mais à avoir de nouveaux yeux."
Marcel Proust
I must have misunderstood then... or maybe my memory is playing tricks on me 😏
Si tu diffères de moi, mon frère, loin de me léser, tu m'enrichis (Saint Exupéry)
@Montagnard74 Thanks Bruno for kicking things off! 👍
Also, on re-reading, I’m offending the Aussie who chimed in before me! 😉
Oh no, I didn’t see that 😕
@Xrctn Sorry Xavier, thanks for joining in! :)
Also, on re-reading, I’m offending the Aussie who chimed in before me! 😉
Oh no, I didn’t see that 😕
@Xrctn Sorry Xavier, thanks for joining in! :)
"Voyager est un triple plaisir : l'attente, l'éblouissement et le souvenir." Ilka Chase
Hi Isabelle,
According to your definition:
“A structure generally made of stone, wood, or metal that allows crossing a depression or obstacle (such as a communication route or waterway) by connecting the two sides of the depression or spanning the obstacle.”
Here’s the most minimalist, quirkiest, and... scariest bridge I’ve ever come across. I didn’t have the guts to cross it... I turned back...
Since then, I’ve seen this kind of "bridge" pretty often in the region where I live in India, especially in my village where several fishermen’s houses have this type of bridge to reach the beach by crossing the lagoon in front of their homes. And I admire how they cross "that" without hesitation, without falling...
True, this bridge is super minimalist, but it gets the job done... don’t worry, like you, I wouldn’t have dared to take it either 😅
“A structure generally made of stone, wood, or metal that allows crossing a depression or obstacle (such as a communication route or waterway) by connecting the two sides of the depression or spanning the obstacle.”
Here’s the most minimalist, quirkiest, and... scariest bridge I’ve ever come across. I didn’t have the guts to cross it... I turned back...
Since then, I’ve seen this kind of "bridge" pretty often in the region where I live in India, especially in my village where several fishermen’s houses have this type of bridge to reach the beach by crossing the lagoon in front of their homes. And I admire how they cross "that" without hesitation, without falling...
True, this bridge is super minimalist, but it gets the job done... don’t worry, like you, I wouldn’t have dared to take it either 😅
"Voyager est un triple plaisir : l'attente, l'éblouissement et le souvenir." Ilka Chase
And isn't this one pretty?
You can find it on the Lyonne River near Léoncel in the Vercors. Natural bridge😏
... and in the end, I realize I have way more photos taken *from* bridges than *of* the bridges themselves
Funny, I made the same observation and was too shy to ask. But since it’s on the table, I’ll go for it: are photos taken from a bridge where you can see a bit of the bridge itself allowed? (Just to clarify, I’m not making a big deal out of it—just a simple question)
Funny, I made the same observation and was too shy to ask. But since it’s on the table, I’ll go for it: are photos taken from a bridge where you can see a bit of the bridge itself allowed? (Just to clarify, I’m not making a big deal out of it—just a simple question)
Hey, does this one ring a bell? 😛
Yeah, great photo Michael! It even won the Metal & Metallic theme back in March 😊
Yeah, great photo Michael! It even won the Metal & Metallic theme back in March 😊
"Voyager est un triple plaisir : l'attente, l'éblouissement et le souvenir." Ilka Chase
... and in the end, I realize I’ve taken way more photos *from* the bridges than *of* the bridges themselves
Funny, I’d noticed the same thing but was too shy to ask. But since it’s on the table now, I’ll go for it: are photos taken *from* a bridge where you can see a bit of the bridge itself acceptable? (Just to be clear, I’m not making a big deal out of it—just curious!)
I’ll give you a very Norman answer 😄: Yes, if the bridge is the main subject. No, if the subject is the landscape. Give me one or more example(s), and I’ll let you know if it’s okay or not
Funny, I’d noticed the same thing but was too shy to ask. But since it’s on the table now, I’ll go for it: are photos taken *from* a bridge where you can see a bit of the bridge itself acceptable? (Just to be clear, I’m not making a big deal out of it—just curious!)
I’ll give you a very Norman answer 😄: Yes, if the bridge is the main subject. No, if the subject is the landscape. Give me one or more example(s), and I’ll let you know if it’s okay or not
"Voyager est un triple plaisir : l'attente, l'éblouissement et le souvenir." Ilka Chase
A fascinating theme. I’m going to have a hard time choosing! Could I ask for your opinion on the first one, please? I’d like to highlight Canada, where quite a few bridges caught my eye.
The bridge connecting Canada to the United States, seen during my Niagara Falls experience
There’s also the one at Le Baluchon in Mauricie, which makes for a lovely walk among trees, a river, and waterfalls.
Or those around Quebec City:
including the ones at Canyon Sainte-Anne. It’s impressive to walk on them—each one tells a story.
The Montmorency Falls Bridge, which overlooks the tallest waterfall in Canada—even taller than Niagara Falls.
Not to mention the bridges in the city itself, whose pillars are decorated with graffiti.
Montreal isn’t left out either, with this bridge captured in the Botanical Garden.
But if there’s one bridge that tells a unique story, it’s the one in Jonquière in the Saguenay, where you’ll find the world’s first entirely aluminum bridge.
Help me make a choice, please! I really need some advice. Thanks in advance
The bridge connecting Canada to the United States, seen during my Niagara Falls experience
There’s also the one at Le Baluchon
in Mauricie, which makes for a lovely walk among trees, a river, and waterfalls.Or those around Quebec City
:including the ones at Canyon Sainte-Anne. It’s impressive to walk on them—each one tells a story.
The Montmorency Falls Bridge, which overlooks the tallest waterfall in Canada—even taller than Niagara Falls.
Not to mention the bridges in the city itself, whose pillars are decorated with graffiti.
Montreal isn’t left out either, with this bridge captured in the Botanical Garden.
But if there’s one bridge that tells a unique story, it’s the one in Jonquière in the Saguenay, where you’ll find the world’s first entirely aluminum bridge.
Help me make a choice, please! I really need some advice. Thanks in advance
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I’ll reply to Noirenvoyage’s thread:
Absolutely, Canada is stunning with its waterfalls and rivers—it’s great that you want to highlight it! 😊
For me, a photo fits the theme when the bridge is the main subject. I’ll share my thoughts on the different photos based on that point.
A fascinating theme. I’m having a hard time choosing. Could I ask for your opinion on the first one, please? I’d like to showcase Canada, where several bridges caught my attention.
The bridge connecting Canada to the United States, seen during my Niagara Falls experience
No for these two photos—the bridge is way too far away, not prominent enough.
There’s also the one at the Baluchon in Mauricie, which makes for a lovely walk among trees, rivers, and waterfalls.
Or those around Quebec City:
Including the ones at Canyon Sainte-Anne. It’s impressive walking on them—each one tells a story.
Yes for these two photos—we’re right on the bridge, and it’s the focus of the shot.
The Montmorency Falls Bridge, overlooking the tallest waterfall in Canada—even taller than Niagara Falls.
No for these two photos—the bridge is way too far away, not prominent enough.
Yes, why not.
Not to mention those in the city itself, whose pillars are decorated with graffiti.
Montreal isn’t left out with this bridge captured in the Botanical Garden.
But if there’s one bridge that tells a unique story, it’s the one in Jonquière in the Saguenay, where you’ll find the world’s first entirely aluminum bridge.
Yes for these three photos.
Help me make a choice, please.
I hope I’m not breaking any rules—I really need some help. Thanks in advance!
There you go—I hope this clarifies what I consider a photo that fits the theme.
Absolutely, Canada is stunning with its waterfalls and rivers—it’s great that you want to highlight it! 😊
For me, a photo fits the theme when the bridge is the main subject. I’ll share my thoughts on the different photos based on that point.
A fascinating theme. I’m having a hard time choosing. Could I ask for your opinion on the first one, please? I’d like to showcase Canada, where several bridges caught my attention.
The bridge connecting Canada to the United States, seen during my Niagara Falls experience
No for these two photos—the bridge is way too far away, not prominent enough.
There’s also the one at the Baluchon in Mauricie, which makes for a lovely walk among trees, rivers, and waterfalls.
Or those around Quebec City:
Including the ones at Canyon Sainte-Anne. It’s impressive walking on them—each one tells a story.
Yes for these two photos—we’re right on the bridge, and it’s the focus of the shot.
The Montmorency Falls Bridge, overlooking the tallest waterfall in Canada—even taller than Niagara Falls.
No for these two photos—the bridge is way too far away, not prominent enough.
Yes, why not.
Not to mention those in the city itself, whose pillars are decorated with graffiti.
Montreal isn’t left out with this bridge captured in the Botanical Garden.
But if there’s one bridge that tells a unique story, it’s the one in Jonquière in the Saguenay, where you’ll find the world’s first entirely aluminum bridge.
Yes for these three photos.
Help me make a choice, please.
I hope I’m not breaking any rules—I really need some help. Thanks in advance!
There you go—I hope this clarifies what I consider a photo that fits the theme.
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Thanks for reposting—I already replied just below! 😊
"Voyager est un triple plaisir : l'attente, l'éblouissement et le souvenir." Ilka Chase
Thanks for your feedback. It already helps me focus. And is there one that speaks to you more?
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This view is super cool!
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Thanks for your feedback. It already helps me focus. And is there one that speaks to you more?
Having already visited this part of Canada, Niagara Falls and Montmorency Falls speak to me 😊 Otherwise, I really like suspension bridges
Having already visited this part of Canada, Niagara Falls and Montmorency Falls speak to me 😊 Otherwise, I really like suspension bridges
"Voyager est un triple plaisir : l'attente, l'éblouissement et le souvenir." Ilka Chase
Good evening,
Lately, as I’ve been getting into photography, I’ve realized just how different my perspective is from most people on the forum.
For me, modern bridges (often metal ones) are, of course, essential structures—just like high-voltage power lines, wind turbines, highways, or skyscrapers. They’re also the result of incredible engineering feats, like the Millau Viaduct. But I find them ugly; they don’t blend in with their natural surroundings. I’d never think to photograph that kind of bridge.
In France, I much prefer the Genoese stone bridges you can admire in Corsica or the Roman bridges like the Pont du Gard.
I realize how different my perspective is from most forum members.
Same here. 😉 But not for the same reasons. For example, I’ve picked quite a few photos that I find interesting where the bridge isn’t—boom!—right in the foreground, but set back or off to the side, or even in the background. Yet it’s the bridge your eye is drawn to for more... (at least, by my standards) even if it’s not the main focus. A bit like how a setting brings out the beauty of a jewel. For instance, a stunning landscape that surrounds it. I’ll send Isabelle two or three photos tomorrow...
For me, modern bridges (often metal ones) are of course essential structures, just like power lines, wind turbines, highways, or skyscrapers. They’re also the result of technical feats, like the Millau Viaduct... However, I find them ugly—they don’t harmonize with their natural surroundings.
Well, I completely disagree with you on that. There are quite a few modern metal and concrete bridges that are absolutely stunning and aesthetically successful. Some are so light and airy they look like angel wings, as if they’re about to take flight into the sky… Others, though heavier, still have an artistic quality and aren’t without interest. Have a good evening! Have a great weekend.
Same here. 😉 But not for the same reasons. For example, I’ve picked quite a few photos that I find interesting where the bridge isn’t—boom!—right in the foreground, but set back or off to the side, or even in the background. Yet it’s the bridge your eye is drawn to for more... (at least, by my standards) even if it’s not the main focus. A bit like how a setting brings out the beauty of a jewel. For instance, a stunning landscape that surrounds it. I’ll send Isabelle two or three photos tomorrow...
For me, modern bridges (often metal ones) are of course essential structures, just like power lines, wind turbines, highways, or skyscrapers. They’re also the result of technical feats, like the Millau Viaduct... However, I find them ugly—they don’t harmonize with their natural surroundings.
Well, I completely disagree with you on that. There are quite a few modern metal and concrete bridges that are absolutely stunning and aesthetically successful. Some are so light and airy they look like angel wings, as if they’re about to take flight into the sky… Others, though heavier, still have an artistic quality and aren’t without interest. Have a good evening! Have a great weekend.
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I wanted to edit my post to add more, but...
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I just wanted to add that this doesn’t stop me from falling in love with very old stone, vine, or bamboo bridges.
Sorry, the post you're trying to reach doesn't exist. It was probably deleted.I just wanted to add that this doesn’t stop me from falling in love with very old stone, vine, or bamboo bridges.
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https://youpic.com/marien
Anyway, it's not the bridge itself that’s being voted on, but how it’s photographed...
So, it’s better to post an "ugly" bridge that’s the subject of a "beautiful" photo than a stunning bridge that’s very poorly photographed. 😛
So, it’s better to post an "ugly" bridge that’s the subject of a "beautiful" photo than a stunning bridge that’s very poorly photographed. 😛
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For me, modern bridges (often metal ones) are, of course, essential structures—just like high-voltage power lines, wind turbines, highways, or skyscrapers. They’re also the result of technical feats, like the Millau Viaduct. But I find them ugly; they don’t blend in with their natural surroundings. I’d never think to take a photo of that kind of bridge.
Really? Even the one in Envallis? [;]
Really? Even the one in Envallis? [;]
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Garabit Viaduct
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Pelješac Bridge, Croatia
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Air bridge, Bambouseraie de Prafrance, Cévennes
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You won’t be surprised to hear that my favorite bridges are the ones that span a border... even if they’re ugly.
Paraguay-Brazil
Sweden-Denmark
And even more impressive, a bridge that separates two continents! Panama
Paraguay-Brazil
Sweden-Denmark
And even more impressive, a bridge that separates two continents! Panamahttps://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=6884794;a=6884794
If you zoom in, I think I can just about spot you on the other side of the bay taking your first photo!
https://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=6884794;a=6884794
Another bridge spanning a border:
Si tu diffères de moi, mon frère, loin de me léser, tu m'enrichis (Saint Exupéry)
Viaduc de Garabit
A massive structure!
There was a bridge, and now there’s nothing left (show me your bridges, I’ll tell you your GDP): Northern Mozambique.
A massive structure!
There was a bridge, and now there’s nothing left (show me your bridges, I’ll tell you your GDP): Northern Mozambique.
Anyway, it's not the bridge itself that's being voted on, but the way it's photographed...
So, it's better to post an "ugly" bridge that's the subject of a "beautiful" photo than a stunning bridge that's very poorly photographed.😛
Hi Agnès, I 100% agree with you in principle. But what makes a bridge pretty or ugly? What makes a photo beautiful or a failed—or simply ugly—one? We often see in travel journals people raving about photos and warmly congratulating the photographer, when the photo is frankly bad. They’ve only seen the subject: a beautiful landscape in itself, a smiling child, a sumptuous palace, but in reality, the photo is technically very poor or simply failed due to bad settings or using the “automatic” mode, which often makes photos flat and lifeless. Sometimes the photographer knows the rules of photography perfectly but intentionally breaks them to better convey what *their* eye perceived, how their sensitivity reacted to the subject, and thus what they want to convey to the viewer... Other times, the photographer sticks so closely to the rules they’ve learned that the photo is technically correct but bland, dull, lifeless, and above all, devoid of any personality.
So, beautiful, not beautiful, ugly—it all remains very subjective when appreciating a photo. Personally, I prioritize photos that feel “alive” and “tell a story,” even if the subject is ugly or sad and the rules aren’t properly applied.
So, pretty bridge but ugly photo, or ugly bridge and beautiful photo? I love this one for its lively feel. It tells the story of transhumance—why the sheep are there, where they’re going... Why no one complains and lets them pass, even if they disrupt traffic... As for the bridge, the photo shows it’s there for the animals too; the number of sheep suggests how narrow the bridge is, its sturdiness, its necessity... It also tells us there was another bridge, probably less sturdy, that succumbed to the weather and the passage of time, and that a new one had to be built right next to it—wider, stronger...
Others will "make a big deal" 😉 and think the photo is ugly or off-topic.
So, it's better to post an "ugly" bridge that's the subject of a "beautiful" photo than a stunning bridge that's very poorly photographed.😛
Hi Agnès, I 100% agree with you in principle. But what makes a bridge pretty or ugly? What makes a photo beautiful or a failed—or simply ugly—one? We often see in travel journals people raving about photos and warmly congratulating the photographer, when the photo is frankly bad. They’ve only seen the subject: a beautiful landscape in itself, a smiling child, a sumptuous palace, but in reality, the photo is technically very poor or simply failed due to bad settings or using the “automatic” mode, which often makes photos flat and lifeless. Sometimes the photographer knows the rules of photography perfectly but intentionally breaks them to better convey what *their* eye perceived, how their sensitivity reacted to the subject, and thus what they want to convey to the viewer... Other times, the photographer sticks so closely to the rules they’ve learned that the photo is technically correct but bland, dull, lifeless, and above all, devoid of any personality.
So, beautiful, not beautiful, ugly—it all remains very subjective when appreciating a photo. Personally, I prioritize photos that feel “alive” and “tell a story,” even if the subject is ugly or sad and the rules aren’t properly applied.
So, pretty bridge but ugly photo, or ugly bridge and beautiful photo? I love this one for its lively feel. It tells the story of transhumance—why the sheep are there, where they’re going... Why no one complains and lets them pass, even if they disrupt traffic... As for the bridge, the photo shows it’s there for the animals too; the number of sheep suggests how narrow the bridge is, its sturdiness, its necessity... It also tells us there was another bridge, probably less sturdy, that succumbed to the weather and the passage of time, and that a new one had to be built right next to it—wider, stronger...
Others will "make a big deal" 😉 and think the photo is ugly or off-topic.
Je rencontrai sur mon chemin tant de difficultés
Qu’elles furent toutes surmontées
MIRZA GHALIB poète urdu (1796 -1869)
https://www.telling-india-pictures.com
https://youpic.com/marien
For me, the photo fits the theme when the bridge is the main subject of the photo.
I need a bridge
Hi Isabelle, here are the example photos related to what I wrote yesterday. Personally, I think the bridge is very prominent, even if other elements are in the foreground. And is it really that important to you that someone submits a photo where the scenery takes up the whole shot and, way in the back, tiny, there’s a bridge? Sensible people just won’t vote for that photo, plain and simple, and too bad for it (the photo, not the photographer) if it’s completely off-topic. Do you *really* have to reject it and prevent it from competing?
This one is quite interesting, if not beautiful, with a clearly visible bridge, but what do we see in this photo that matches the brief: A bridge or a waterfall?
HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND
I need a bridge
Hi Isabelle, here are the example photos related to what I wrote yesterday. Personally, I think the bridge is very prominent, even if other elements are in the foreground. And is it really that important to you that someone submits a photo where the scenery takes up the whole shot and, way in the back, tiny, there’s a bridge? Sensible people just won’t vote for that photo, plain and simple, and too bad for it (the photo, not the photographer) if it’s completely off-topic. Do you *really* have to reject it and prevent it from competing?
This one is quite interesting, if not beautiful, with a clearly visible bridge, but what do we see in this photo that matches the brief: A bridge or a waterfall?
HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND
Je rencontrai sur mon chemin tant de difficultés
Qu’elles furent toutes surmontées
MIRZA GHALIB poète urdu (1796 -1869)
https://www.telling-india-pictures.com
https://youpic.com/marien
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The theme for this July’s photo contest is:
Bridges of the World
Vasco da Gama Bridge in Lisbon
Here’s the definition of a bridge: “A structure, typically made of stone, wood, or metal, that spans a depression or obstacle (such as a transportation route or waterway) by connecting the two sides or crossing over the obstacle.”
Viaducts, aqueducts, and footbridges will all be accepted.
Millau Viaduct
To allow for as many original photos as possible, the bridge can be photographed from the side, below, or above—the main thing is that it’s the focal point of the image.
Bridge in the Algarve
Pont du Gard from below
Details are also welcome, as long as you can still recognize it’s a bridge 😊
Brooklyn Bridge
Practical details:
Participation: Each VF member can submit up to 3 photos, until Sunday, 26/07 at 11:59 PM Paris time. Each photo must be posted in a separate message, with its number (1, 2, or 3). Don’t forget to add a little explanation (comment, location, etc.).
Voting: Each VF member can vote for the 3 photos they consider the best, based on their own criteria and the theme.
Voting will take place from Monday, 27/07 to Friday, 31/07 at 11:59 PM Paris time.
Selected photos should be listed in order of preference: - 1st photo: 3 points - 2nd photo: 2 points - 3rd photo: 1 point
The winner is the photographer whose photo receives the most points.
Results will be announced on 01/08. In case of a tie, the number of first-place votes will decide. The winner will have the honor of organizing August 2026’s contest.
Photos that have already been nominated (1st, 2nd, or 3rd place) in another contest are not eligible to participate in this one.
This thread is exclusively for contest submissions. Any discussions or comments should be posted in the following thread: Here
Vasco da Gama Bridge in LisbonHere’s the definition of a bridge: “A structure, typically made of stone, wood, or metal, that spans a depression or obstacle (such as a transportation route or waterway) by connecting the two sides or crossing over the obstacle.”
Viaducts, aqueducts, and footbridges will all be accepted.
Millau ViaductTo allow for as many original photos as possible, the bridge can be photographed from the side, below, or above—the main thing is that it’s the focal point of the image.
Bridge in the Algarve
Pont du Gard from belowDetails are also welcome, as long as you can still recognize it’s a bridge 😊
Brooklyn BridgePractical details:
Participation: Each VF member can submit up to 3 photos, until Sunday, 26/07 at 11:59 PM Paris time. Each photo must be posted in a separate message, with its number (1, 2, or 3). Don’t forget to add a little explanation (comment, location, etc.).
Voting: Each VF member can vote for the 3 photos they consider the best, based on their own criteria and the theme.
Voting will take place from Monday, 27/07 to Friday, 31/07 at 11:59 PM Paris time.
Selected photos should be listed in order of preference: - 1st photo: 3 points - 2nd photo: 2 points - 3rd photo: 1 point
The winner is the photographer whose photo receives the most points.
Results will be announced on 01/08. In case of a tie, the number of first-place votes will decide. The winner will have the honor of organizing August 2026’s contest.
Photos that have already been nominated (1st, 2nd, or 3rd place) in another contest are not eligible to participate in this one.
This thread is exclusively for contest submissions. Any discussions or comments should be posted in the following thread: Here
Hello,
It might not be very original, but I see it hasn’t been suggested—or at least not for a very long time. I’d like to invite you to discover the beauty of the great outdoors through landscape photos. Whether they’re desert, sea, countryside, or mountain scenes—with or without other elements (people, buildings, animals, etc.)—they should make us want to dive right in without hesitation.
To participate: Photo submissions until Wednesday, June 24 at 11:59 PM You can post up to 3 photos, numbered and shared in separate messages, along with a short description of the place and the story behind it.
To vote: from Thursday, June 25 at 12:01 AM to Monday, June 29 at 11:59 PM After the deadline, it’s too late!
Please include the photo number, username, and the points awarded: Photo #1 = 3 pts Photo #2 = 2 pts Photo #3 = 1 pt
All VF members can vote (even those who didn’t submit photos). In case of a tie for first place, the winning photo will be the one with the most first-place votes, then second-place votes! The lucky winner will get to organize July 2026’s photo contest.
For discussions about the theme, it’s here: Discussion thread for June 2026’s theme: Such a Beautiful Landscape
Good luck to everyone!
Philippe
Chumphon, Thailand: Doi Tapang
It might not be very original, but I see it hasn’t been suggested—or at least not for a very long time. I’d like to invite you to discover the beauty of the great outdoors through landscape photos. Whether they’re desert, sea, countryside, or mountain scenes—with or without other elements (people, buildings, animals, etc.)—they should make us want to dive right in without hesitation.
To participate: Photo submissions until Wednesday, June 24 at 11:59 PM You can post up to 3 photos, numbered and shared in separate messages, along with a short description of the place and the story behind it.
To vote: from Thursday, June 25 at 12:01 AM to Monday, June 29 at 11:59 PM After the deadline, it’s too late!
Please include the photo number, username, and the points awarded: Photo #1 = 3 pts Photo #2 = 2 pts Photo #3 = 1 pt
All VF members can vote (even those who didn’t submit photos). In case of a tie for first place, the winning photo will be the one with the most first-place votes, then second-place votes! The lucky winner will get to organize July 2026’s photo contest.
For discussions about the theme, it’s here: Discussion thread for June 2026’s theme: Such a Beautiful Landscape
Good luck to everyone!
Philippe
Chumphon, Thailand: Doi Tapang
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If you’ve already posted your three photos in the contest thread Staircases: May 2026 Photo Contest Theme and a fourth one comes to mind, you can ease your staircase obsession here.
A few examples of staircases:
Some of the 6,600 steps on the staircase leading to the summit of Jade Emperor Peak at 1,545 meters.
Emergency staircase at the Orléans library (France).
Brussels street artist Créons incorporates the staircase into the dress design of his character.
The staircase is part of the roof of Villa Malaparte (Adalberto Libera) on the island of Capri (Italy).
A few examples of staircases:
Some of the 6,600 steps on the staircase leading to the summit of Jade Emperor Peak at 1,545 meters.
Emergency staircase at the Orléans library (France).
Brussels street artist Créons incorporates the staircase into the dress design of his character.
The staircase is part of the roof of Villa Malaparte (Adalberto Libera) on the island of Capri (Italy).
Hello
This month’s photo contest theme for May 2026 is "Staircases"
Plural or singular? Does it really matter as long as you’re told you’ve gone up or down them well?
Anyway, it’s not that complicated, even though I’m sure some will manage to overcomplicate it—after all, why keep things simple when making them complicated is so much more fun (as an Indian proverb goes).
To participate: Submit your photos until Monday, May 25 at 11:59 PM You can post up to 3 photos, numbered and shared in separate messages, along with a short description of the location and the story behind it.
To vote: From Tuesday, May 26 at 12:01 AM until Saturday, May 30 at 11:59 PM After the deadline, it’s too late.
Please include the photo number, username, and the points awarded: Photo #1 = 3 pts Photo #2 = 2 pts Photo #3 = 1 pt
All VF members can vote (even those who didn’t submit photos). In case of a tie for first place, the winning photo will be the one with the most first-place votes, then second-place votes! The lucky winner will get to organize June 2026’s photo contest.
For discussions about the theme, click here: Discussion thread for May 2026’s theme: Staircases
This month’s photo contest theme for May 2026 is "Staircases"
Plural or singular? Does it really matter as long as you’re told you’ve gone up or down them well?
Anyway, it’s not that complicated, even though I’m sure some will manage to overcomplicate it—after all, why keep things simple when making them complicated is so much more fun (as an Indian proverb goes).
To participate: Submit your photos until Monday, May 25 at 11:59 PM You can post up to 3 photos, numbered and shared in separate messages, along with a short description of the location and the story behind it.
To vote: From Tuesday, May 26 at 12:01 AM until Saturday, May 30 at 11:59 PM After the deadline, it’s too late.
Please include the photo number, username, and the points awarded: Photo #1 = 3 pts Photo #2 = 2 pts Photo #3 = 1 pt
All VF members can vote (even those who didn’t submit photos). In case of a tie for first place, the winning photo will be the one with the most first-place votes, then second-place votes! The lucky winner will get to organize June 2026’s photo contest.
For discussions about the theme, click here: Discussion thread for May 2026’s theme: Staircases
Hey there!
This is the spot where we can chill and chat about fishing at sea worldwide 😊
Here are two charming fishermen taking a well-deserved break near Zanzibar!
This is the spot where we can chill and chat about fishing at sea worldwide 😊
Here are two charming fishermen taking a well-deserved break near Zanzibar!
The 140th (wow!) edition of the contest is now live!
Since it’s April Fools’ month and I’m a diver at heart, I had to pick a theme around the sea and fish.
This month’s theme is: sea fishing 🙂. Deep-sea fishing, rockpooling, shore casting, shellfish & crustaceans—anything remotely related to sea fishing fits the bill 😉
Photos of fishing boats, fishing ports, fish auctions, seafood stalls, nets and trawls, lobster pots, fishermen, your kids collecting cockles, even those New Year’s oyster shells 😏—no limits as long as it ties into the theme 😛 And of course, a special shout-out to anglers worldwide! 🙂
I’m traveling right now, so I don’t have many photos on hand. To illustrate the theme, I’ve chosen this shot of a small Vietnamese fishing boat I spotted near the Cham Islands, returning from a dive.
Contest rules: You can post up to three photos, each in a separate message, clearly numbering them (1, 2, or 3) and including the location where the photo was taken. Any explanations about your photos are welcome.
When voting, you’ll choose three photos, clearly stating the participant’s name followed by their photo number. The first photo in your vote gets three points, the second gets two, and the third gets one.
The winner will be the person whose photo earns the most points. In case of a tie, the winner will be the one with the most first-place votes, or if still tied, the most second-place votes. If it’s a perfect tie, the person who reached their score first wins. The winner then gets the honor of choosing and organizing May 2026’s contest theme. Ties for any other position won’t be broken. Finally, you don’t need to enter the contest to vote, but participants (and I hope there’ll be lots of you!) are *strongly* encouraged to vote!
Please only post contest photos in this thread. Starting Saturday, April 25 (00:01 Paris time), only votes should be posted.
Key dates: You can submit your photos from today until Friday, April 24, 2026 (23:59 Paris time—Xavier, you can do the math for Perth 😏). Voting starts the very next minute and ends on Thursday, April 29 (23:59 Paris time). Results will be announced on Thursday, April 30, 2026... The next host can take over on Saturday, May 2 (yeah, May 1 is a no-work day 😛)
Ready, set, shoot!
Since it’s April Fools’ month and I’m a diver at heart, I had to pick a theme around the sea and fish.
This month’s theme is: sea fishing 🙂. Deep-sea fishing, rockpooling, shore casting, shellfish & crustaceans—anything remotely related to sea fishing fits the bill 😉
Photos of fishing boats, fishing ports, fish auctions, seafood stalls, nets and trawls, lobster pots, fishermen, your kids collecting cockles, even those New Year’s oyster shells 😏—no limits as long as it ties into the theme 😛 And of course, a special shout-out to anglers worldwide! 🙂
I’m traveling right now, so I don’t have many photos on hand. To illustrate the theme, I’ve chosen this shot of a small Vietnamese fishing boat I spotted near the Cham Islands, returning from a dive.
Contest rules: You can post up to three photos, each in a separate message, clearly numbering them (1, 2, or 3) and including the location where the photo was taken. Any explanations about your photos are welcome.
When voting, you’ll choose three photos, clearly stating the participant’s name followed by their photo number. The first photo in your vote gets three points, the second gets two, and the third gets one.
The winner will be the person whose photo earns the most points. In case of a tie, the winner will be the one with the most first-place votes, or if still tied, the most second-place votes. If it’s a perfect tie, the person who reached their score first wins. The winner then gets the honor of choosing and organizing May 2026’s contest theme. Ties for any other position won’t be broken. Finally, you don’t need to enter the contest to vote, but participants (and I hope there’ll be lots of you!) are *strongly* encouraged to vote!
Please only post contest photos in this thread. Starting Saturday, April 25 (00:01 Paris time), only votes should be posted.
Key dates: You can submit your photos from today until Friday, April 24, 2026 (23:59 Paris time—Xavier, you can do the math for Perth 😏). Voting starts the very next minute and ends on Thursday, April 29 (23:59 Paris time). Results will be announced on Thursday, April 30, 2026... The next host can take over on Saturday, May 2 (yeah, May 1 is a no-work day 😛)
Ready, set, shoot!
The 139th edition of this contest is now open, and this month’s theme is:
« Metal, Metallic».
From ore to rockets, wire to the Eiffel Tower—or in a pinch, even a self-portrait at the bottom of a spoon—the theme is broad enough that you should be able to come up with at least three ideas pretty easily! Sure, things might get tricky when it’s time to vote, but that could just be a sign of a successful contest, right?! But we’re not there yet.
Contest rules: You can post up to three photos, each in a separate message, clearly indicating their number (1, 2, or 3) along with the location where the photo was taken. Any explanations about your photos are welcome.
You’ll vote for three photos, clearly stating the name of the participant you’ve chosen, followed by the photo number. The first photo in your vote will receive three points, the second two points, and the third one point.
The winner will be the person whose photo earns the most points. In case of a tie, the winner will be the one with the most first-place votes—or, if still tied, the most second-place votes. Finally, if it’s a perfect tie, the winner will be the one who reached their score first. The winner will then have the pleasure of choosing the theme for the April 2026 contest and organizing it. Ties for any position other than first won’t be broken. Lastly, you don’t need to participate in the contest to vote. However, participants (and I hope there’ll be lots of you!) are strongly encouraged to vote!
Please only post contest photos in this thread, and starting Thursday, March 26 (00:01 Paris time), only votes.
Key dates: You can submit your photos starting today, Tuesday, March 3, 2026, until Wednesday, March 25, 2026 (23:59 Paris time). Voting will begin the minute after and end on Monday, March 30 (23:59 Paris time). Results will be announced on Tuesday, March 31, 2026 ... if all goes well!
A discussion thread for this contest is open HERE: The photorama can be found HERE
From ore to rockets, wire to the Eiffel Tower—or in a pinch, even a self-portrait at the bottom of a spoon—the theme is broad enough that you should be able to come up with at least three ideas pretty easily! Sure, things might get tricky when it’s time to vote, but that could just be a sign of a successful contest, right?! But we’re not there yet.
Contest rules: You can post up to three photos, each in a separate message, clearly indicating their number (1, 2, or 3) along with the location where the photo was taken. Any explanations about your photos are welcome.
You’ll vote for three photos, clearly stating the name of the participant you’ve chosen, followed by the photo number. The first photo in your vote will receive three points, the second two points, and the third one point.
The winner will be the person whose photo earns the most points. In case of a tie, the winner will be the one with the most first-place votes—or, if still tied, the most second-place votes. Finally, if it’s a perfect tie, the winner will be the one who reached their score first. The winner will then have the pleasure of choosing the theme for the April 2026 contest and organizing it. Ties for any position other than first won’t be broken. Lastly, you don’t need to participate in the contest to vote. However, participants (and I hope there’ll be lots of you!) are strongly encouraged to vote!
Please only post contest photos in this thread, and starting Thursday, March 26 (00:01 Paris time), only votes.
Key dates: You can submit your photos starting today, Tuesday, March 3, 2026, until Wednesday, March 25, 2026 (23:59 Paris time). Voting will begin the minute after and end on Monday, March 30 (23:59 Paris time). Results will be announced on Tuesday, March 31, 2026 ... if all goes well!
A discussion thread for this contest is open HERE: The photorama can be found HERE
This is where we share stories (or post extra photos) around March’s theme Metal, Metallic.
Back to the March 2026 contest: HERE
The Ghan (train connecting Adelaide to Darwin), at dawn.
Back to the March 2026 contest: HERE
The Ghan (train connecting Adelaide to Darwin), at dawn.
Let’s stick with the water theme—it’s definitely the season (maybe a bit *too* much for some of those dealing with floods 😕).
After the flowing waters (with varying energy levels), let’s take it easy with still waters:
Lakes (Annecy)
Ponds (near Moustiers Saint Marie)
Lagoons (Bacalar)
If you’ve got nice photos of a pond—or even a puddle—why not? Natural bodies of water only: no pools or fountains (reservoir lakes are accepted… because they often look like natural lakes ).
The contest rules are the same as always 😉: Up to 3 photos per member, one photo per post (a little explanation is better), and past winning photos from other VF contests aren’t allowed. You have until Sunday, February 22nd at 11:59 PM (Paris time) to post your photos. Voting starts Monday the 23rd at midnight—rank your top 3 photos in order (3, 2, and 1 points). Voting ends Saturday, February 28th at 11:59 PM. Results will be announced on March 1st. The winning photo is the one with the most points (in case of a tie, the photo ranked first the most times wins). The lucky winner gets to organize March’s contest 😎.
Dig into your archives…
Lakes (Annecy)
Ponds (near Moustiers Saint Marie)
Lagoons (Bacalar)If you’ve got nice photos of a pond—or even a puddle—why not? Natural bodies of water only: no pools or fountains (reservoir lakes are accepted… because they often look like natural lakes ).
The contest rules are the same as always 😉: Up to 3 photos per member, one photo per post (a little explanation is better), and past winning photos from other VF contests aren’t allowed. You have until Sunday, February 22nd at 11:59 PM (Paris time) to post your photos. Voting starts Monday the 23rd at midnight—rank your top 3 photos in order (3, 2, and 1 points). Voting ends Saturday, February 28th at 11:59 PM. Results will be announced on March 1st. The winning photo is the one with the most points (in case of a tie, the photo ranked first the most times wins). The lucky winner gets to organize March’s contest 😎.
Dig into your archives…
For those who want to chat quietly by the riverbanks, this is the place!
The first theme of 2026 is:
"Waterways Around the World".
Water is present almost everywhere on our blue planet, so I’ve narrowed the theme down to waterways—rivers, streams, brooks, and the like.
Seas, oceans, lakes, or other stagnant waters won’t be considered for this month’s theme 😅. However, waterfalls and cascades are very welcome 😊!
Practical details:
**Participation** Each VF member can submit up to 3 photos, until Sunday, January 25th at 11:59 PM Paris time. Each photo must be posted in a separate message, with its number (1, 2, or 3). Don’t forget to add a little explanation (commentary, location, etc.).
**Voting** Each VF member can vote for the 3 photos they consider the best, based on their own criteria and the theme.
Voting will take place from Monday, January 26th to Saturday, January 31st at 11:59 PM Paris time.
Photos should be ranked in order of preference: - 1st photo: 3 points - 2nd photo: 2 points - 3rd photo: 1 point
The winner is the photographer whose photo receives the most points.
Results will be published on February 1st. In case of a tie, the number of first-place votes will decide. The winner will have the honor of organizing February 2026’s contest.
Photos that have already been nominated (1st, 2nd, or 3rd place) in another contest are not eligible to participate in this one.
This thread is exclusively for contest photo submissions. All discussions, comments, and chit-chat should take place in the thread: here
Water is present almost everywhere on our blue planet, so I’ve narrowed the theme down to waterways—rivers, streams, brooks, and the like.
Seas, oceans, lakes, or other stagnant waters won’t be considered for this month’s theme 😅. However, waterfalls and cascades are very welcome 😊!
Practical details:
**Participation** Each VF member can submit up to 3 photos, until Sunday, January 25th at 11:59 PM Paris time. Each photo must be posted in a separate message, with its number (1, 2, or 3). Don’t forget to add a little explanation (commentary, location, etc.).
**Voting** Each VF member can vote for the 3 photos they consider the best, based on their own criteria and the theme.
Voting will take place from Monday, January 26th to Saturday, January 31st at 11:59 PM Paris time.
Photos should be ranked in order of preference: - 1st photo: 3 points - 2nd photo: 2 points - 3rd photo: 1 point
The winner is the photographer whose photo receives the most points.
Results will be published on February 1st. In case of a tie, the number of first-place votes will decide. The winner will have the honor of organizing February 2026’s contest.
Photos that have already been nominated (1st, 2nd, or 3rd place) in another contest are not eligible to participate in this one.
This thread is exclusively for contest photo submissions. All discussions, comments, and chit-chat should take place in the thread: here
To chat about waterways, this is the place.
I suggest we compete with photos of towers. No magic tricks or potter’s wheels—we’re talking about "tour" as in the feminine noun. So, a kind of tall building, round, square, or polygonal, or a high structure that could be metallic, or a flat-topped bell tower (campanile), or a high-rise building (building)...
You can find them almost everywhere in the world and from all eras.
The tower(s) must be the main subject of the photo.
Examples:
The first photo, which is Saint Mark’s Square (with the Campanile), won’t be accepted.
The second one, where the Campanile tower is the main subject, will be accepted.
Have fun and surprise us! Photos of computer towers are excluded 😏
Have fun and surprise us! Photos of computer towers are excluded 😏
This is the place to chat about December’s theme!
I’ll start with a little TOUR of the world’s TOURS.
Of course, you can submit multiple photos of the same tower in the contest—it’s the quality of the photo that’ll be judged during voting, not just the subject!
Of course, you can submit multiple photos of the same tower in the contest—it’s the quality of the photo that’ll be judged during voting, not just the subject!
Good evening everyone,
So, it’s settled—the first idea (this book about the lush garden of a New York state parsonage, "this garden obsessed with the love this man had for his late wife." Reverend Cheney musically noting all the birdsongs, the water droplets in the watering can, the wind rushing through cloaks at the end of the 19th century) will be the theme.
Garden: A plot of land, usually enclosed, attached or not to a dwelling, planted with useful or ornamental vegetation.
So, private gardens, vegetable patches, herb gardens, botanical gardens, winter gardens with their lush greenhouses, the "hortus conclusus" of cloisters evoking the Garden of Eden, public gardens, and their extension into parks are all welcome. I’m sure I’ve forgotten some...
Photos can be posted until Monday, November 24 at midnight, following the usual rules: one per message, numbered from 1 to 3, with the location of the shot and, if you’d like, a few details.
Voting, where you explicitly assign 3 to 1 points to your top 3 photos, will take place from Tuesday, November 25 at 12:01 AM until Sunday, November 30 at midnight. The results will be announced on December 1.
Your turn! 😉
Catherine
PS: This thread is reserved for contest photos. For all other photos and conversations under the trees by the fountains, it’s here.
Good evening everyone,
This is where we chat and post non-competition photos. Happy wandering (jogging is also welcome).
See you soon.
Cat
Hi everyone!
This theme has probably been done before... but not recently, at least 😉 Doors—open, closed, of houses, castles... even if only the threshold remains. Since I’m not home, I don’t have access to my photos right now, and regarding the rules, I’ll let you refer to one of the previous contests.
Photos can be posted until Thursday the 23rd at 11:59 PM (Paris time). Voting will take place from the 24th to the 30th of October, and the results will be announced on the 31st during the day.
See you soon! 🙂
This theme has probably been done before... but not recently, at least 😉 Doors—open, closed, of houses, castles... even if only the threshold remains. Since I’m not home, I don’t have access to my photos right now, and regarding the rules, I’ll let you refer to one of the previous contests.
Photos can be posted until Thursday the 23rd at 11:59 PM (Paris time). Voting will take place from the 24th to the 30th of October, and the results will be announced on the 31st during the day.
See you soon! 🙂
Hello again!
If you'd like to post non-contest photos or chat about this month's theme, this is the place! 🙂
If you'd like to post non-contest photos or chat about this month's theme, this is the place! 🙂
Hi there, 🙂
The point of this contest isn’t to photograph Mathilde or even to frantically click the "report" button on every post in a thread.
It’s to post **road signs**!
Whether they’re official or not...
Funny or serious...
Of all shapes, all colors, in all languages...
The rules are the same as usual—I’ll let you check out the previous contests for reference. 😛
Just a quick reminder:
- Max of 3 photos per person.
- One photo per post (preferably embedded 😉) with a caption and the photo number.
Submissions close on **Monday, September 22, 2025, at 11:59 PM Paris time**.
Voting starts on **Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at 11:59 PM** (and not a second before… 😇), Paris time, and ends on **Monday, September 29, 2025, at the same time** (still Paris time).
Results will be posted on **September 30, 2025**, sometime during the day!
Ready, set, snap!
(To discuss, it’s here…)
The point of this contest isn’t to photograph Mathilde or even to frantically click the "report" button on every post in a thread.
It’s to post **road signs**!
Whether they’re official or not...
Funny or serious...
Of all shapes, all colors, in all languages...
The rules are the same as usual—I’ll let you check out the previous contests for reference. 😛
Just a quick reminder:
- Max of 3 photos per person.
- One photo per post (preferably embedded 😉) with a caption and the photo number.
Submissions close on **Monday, September 22, 2025, at 11:59 PM Paris time**.
Voting starts on **Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at 11:59 PM** (and not a second before… 😇), Paris time, and ends on **Monday, September 29, 2025, at the same time** (still Paris time).
Results will be posted on **September 30, 2025**, sometime during the day!
Ready, set, snap!
(To discuss, it’s here…)
For the contest, it's here !
Hi everyone,
Here’s the theme for August... the world’s felines.
Yep, wildlife photography! 😺
Forest cat
So, this theme isn’t exactly a "travel invitation," but coming up with a new one is quite a puzzle 😅. During February’s “white” theme discussion, we had pages of cats, so you should be inspired 😸. I won’t be restrictive—wild felines, domestic cats, and even those in zoos (though I’m not a fan) will be accepted. Plus, engravings, paintings, statues, or any other representations of felines fit the theme. The Sphinx is also welcome ;).
Practical details:
Participation: Each VF member can submit up to 3 photos, until Monday, August 25th at 11:59 PM Paris time. Each photo must be posted in a separate message, with its number (1, 2, or 3). Don’t forget to add a little explanation (comment, location, etc.).
Voting: Each VF member can vote for the 3 photos they consider the best, based on their own criteria and the theme.
Voting will take place from Tuesday, August 26th to Saturday, August 30th at 11:59 PM Paris time.
Selected photos will be ranked in order of preference: - 1st photo: 3 points - 2nd photo: 2 points - 3rd photo: 1 point
The winner is the photographer with the most points.
Results will be published on August 31st. In case of a tie, the number of first-place votes will decide. The winner will have the honor of organizing September 2025’s contest.
Photos that have already been nominated (1st, 2nd, or 3rd place) in another contest are not eligible for this one.
This thread is exclusively for contest submissions. Any discussions or comments should be posted here.
Forest catSo, this theme isn’t exactly a "travel invitation," but coming up with a new one is quite a puzzle 😅. During February’s “white” theme discussion, we had pages of cats, so you should be inspired 😸. I won’t be restrictive—wild felines, domestic cats, and even those in zoos (though I’m not a fan) will be accepted. Plus, engravings, paintings, statues, or any other representations of felines fit the theme. The Sphinx is also welcome ;).
Practical details:
Participation: Each VF member can submit up to 3 photos, until Monday, August 25th at 11:59 PM Paris time. Each photo must be posted in a separate message, with its number (1, 2, or 3). Don’t forget to add a little explanation (comment, location, etc.).
Voting: Each VF member can vote for the 3 photos they consider the best, based on their own criteria and the theme.
Voting will take place from Tuesday, August 26th to Saturday, August 30th at 11:59 PM Paris time.
Selected photos will be ranked in order of preference: - 1st photo: 3 points - 2nd photo: 2 points - 3rd photo: 1 point
The winner is the photographer with the most points.
Results will be published on August 31st. In case of a tie, the number of first-place votes will decide. The winner will have the honor of organizing September 2025’s contest.
Photos that have already been nominated (1st, 2nd, or 3rd place) in another contest are not eligible for this one.
This thread is exclusively for contest submissions. Any discussions or comments should be posted here.
This is where you can chat about all things feline.
Here’s a beautiful specimen already:
Hi everyone,
This month’s contest theme is WOOD. Wood as a plant material—roots, trunks, branches that make up a tree. Dead or alive, splinters and knots. Sawdust too. Firewood, from the woodshed to the hearth. Wood as a crafting material and all the things it can become: from a spoon to a violin, a boat to a stave church, and so much more—way too long to list! 😉
Technical details:
1. Each of you can post up to 3 photos. One photo per message, numbered 1 to 3. Along with the shot, feel free to share a few written details—location, context, anecdote, or photography technique. Photos can be submitted until Tuesday, July 22 at midnight, Milan time.
2. Voting will take place from Wednesday, July 23 at 00:00 until Tuesday, July 29 at midnight. All forum members can vote for their 3 favorite photos, listing the photographer’s name and the photo number in order of preference: 3 points for first place, 2 for second, and 1 for third.
3. Results will be announced on Wednesday, July 30 during the day. In case of a tie, the number of first-place votes will decide. Photos already featured on a podium are not eligible to compete.
The winner will have the special privilege of organizing August’s contest.
This thread is reserved for contest photos. For other wood-themed photos and general discussions, head here.
Alright, your turn! 😛
Catherine
This month’s contest theme is WOOD. Wood as a plant material—roots, trunks, branches that make up a tree. Dead or alive, splinters and knots. Sawdust too. Firewood, from the woodshed to the hearth. Wood as a crafting material and all the things it can become: from a spoon to a violin, a boat to a stave church, and so much more—way too long to list! 😉
Technical details:
1. Each of you can post up to 3 photos. One photo per message, numbered 1 to 3. Along with the shot, feel free to share a few written details—location, context, anecdote, or photography technique. Photos can be submitted until Tuesday, July 22 at midnight, Milan time.
2. Voting will take place from Wednesday, July 23 at 00:00 until Tuesday, July 29 at midnight. All forum members can vote for their 3 favorite photos, listing the photographer’s name and the photo number in order of preference: 3 points for first place, 2 for second, and 1 for third.
3. Results will be announced on Wednesday, July 30 during the day. In case of a tie, the number of first-place votes will decide. Photos already featured on a podium are not eligible to compete.
The winner will have the special privilege of organizing August’s contest.
This thread is reserved for contest photos. For other wood-themed photos and general discussions, head here.
Alright, your turn! 😛
Catherine
All the side discussions about the contest happen here.
The theme for June is: A SERIES
"A series is a set of coherent images that share several common points while still being different from one another."
In 3 photos, posted simultaneously in the same message, I’d like you to tell me a little story with a few words. You’re allowed 2 series.
They can be narrative or thematic. For example: 3 shots representing 3 professions, 3 places of worship, 3 market stalls, 3 trains... the ideas are endless—whether in the same place or in different countries... or 3 images of the same place, photographed from 3 different angles, under 3 different lights... or 3 images where the predominant color is the same... Narrative and theme can, of course, overlap.
Practical details:
Participation Each VF member can submit up to 2 series, until Saturday, June 21 at 11:59 PM Paris time. Each series of 3 photos must be presented in a single message, with its number indicated (series 1, series 2).
Voting: Each VF member can vote for the 3 series they consider the best, based on their own criteria and the theme.
Voting will take place from Saturday, June 21 at midnight until Saturday, June 28 at 11:59 PM Paris time.
The selected series will be ranked in order of preference: - 1st series: 3 points - 2nd: 2 points - 3rd: 1 point
The winner is the author of the series with the most points.
Results will be published on June 29 during the day. In case of a tie, the number of first-place votes will decide. The winner will have the honor of organizing July 2025’s contest.
Photos that have won (1st, 2nd, or 3rd place) in another VF contest are not eligible for this one.
This thread is exclusively for series submitted to the contest. All discussions, comments, and other chatter should take place in this thread.
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Narrative: In Bali, I took a cooking class. We went to the market to shop with the teacher. We cleaned and prepped the ingredients to make, among other things, a lovely salad.
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Narrative and thematic: I really loved this place 30 km from Essaouira. A little souk "just as it is," as they say. The souk of Ida Ougourd.
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Thematic: Green in nature. The green of tea plantations in Munnar, a bamboo forest in Les Landes, and a park in Tokyo.
In 3 photos, posted simultaneously in the same message, I’d like you to tell me a little story with a few words. You’re allowed 2 series.
They can be narrative or thematic. For example: 3 shots representing 3 professions, 3 places of worship, 3 market stalls, 3 trains... the ideas are endless—whether in the same place or in different countries... or 3 images of the same place, photographed from 3 different angles, under 3 different lights... or 3 images where the predominant color is the same... Narrative and theme can, of course, overlap.
Practical details:
Participation Each VF member can submit up to 2 series, until Saturday, June 21 at 11:59 PM Paris time. Each series of 3 photos must be presented in a single message, with its number indicated (series 1, series 2).
Voting: Each VF member can vote for the 3 series they consider the best, based on their own criteria and the theme.
Voting will take place from Saturday, June 21 at midnight until Saturday, June 28 at 11:59 PM Paris time.
The selected series will be ranked in order of preference: - 1st series: 3 points - 2nd: 2 points - 3rd: 1 point
The winner is the author of the series with the most points.
Results will be published on June 29 during the day. In case of a tie, the number of first-place votes will decide. The winner will have the honor of organizing July 2025’s contest.
Photos that have won (1st, 2nd, or 3rd place) in another VF contest are not eligible for this one.
This thread is exclusively for series submitted to the contest. All discussions, comments, and other chatter should take place in this thread.
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Narrative: In Bali, I took a cooking class. We went to the market to shop with the teacher. We cleaned and prepped the ingredients to make, among other things, a lovely salad.
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Narrative and thematic: I really loved this place 30 km from Essaouira. A little souk "just as it is," as they say. The souk of Ida Ougourd.
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Thematic: Green in nature. The green of tea plantations in Munnar, a bamboo forest in Les Landes, and a park in Tokyo.
Here we can chat, have fun, ask questions, post off-topic photos...
Hope you'll like this theme 🙂
The contest is here
Here’s the theme for the lovely month of May—no worries, it won’t be lilies of the valley! 😄
This month’s theme is: “Reflection(s)” This leaves a pretty wide scope: reflections in water, of course, but also in windows, on buildings... I’ll leave it to your imagination, but the reflection should be clearly visible.
If this theme has been used before, it doesn’t matter. It’s getting tricky to find new themes that can attract as many participants as possible.
I’m currently in northern Finland and don’t have access to my hard drives, so I’ll add a few photos when I return to France. Here’s just one I took with my smartphone yesterday late afternoon:
Practical details:
Participation: Each VF member can submit up to 3 photos, until Monday, May 26 at 11:59 PM Paris time. Each photo must be posted in a separate message, with its number (1, 2, or 3). Don’t forget to add a little explanation (comment, location, etc.).
Voting: Each VF member can vote for the 3 photos they consider the best, based on their own criteria and the theme.
Voting will take place from Tuesday, May 27 to Saturday, May 31 at 11:59 PM Paris time.
The selected photos will be ranked in order of preference: - 1st photo: 3 points - 2nd: 2 points - 3rd: 1 point
The winner is the author of the photo with the most points.
Results will be published on June 1. In case of a tie, the number of first-place votes will decide. The winner will have the honor of organizing the June 2025 contest.
Photos that have already been nominated (1st, 2nd, or 3rd) in another contest are not eligible for this one.
This thread is exclusively for photos submitted to the contest. Any discussions or comments should be posted in the following thread: https://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=10707526;a=10707526
This month’s theme is: “Reflection(s)” This leaves a pretty wide scope: reflections in water, of course, but also in windows, on buildings... I’ll leave it to your imagination, but the reflection should be clearly visible.
If this theme has been used before, it doesn’t matter. It’s getting tricky to find new themes that can attract as many participants as possible.
I’m currently in northern Finland and don’t have access to my hard drives, so I’ll add a few photos when I return to France. Here’s just one I took with my smartphone yesterday late afternoon:
Practical details:
Participation: Each VF member can submit up to 3 photos, until Monday, May 26 at 11:59 PM Paris time. Each photo must be posted in a separate message, with its number (1, 2, or 3). Don’t forget to add a little explanation (comment, location, etc.).
Voting: Each VF member can vote for the 3 photos they consider the best, based on their own criteria and the theme.
Voting will take place from Tuesday, May 27 to Saturday, May 31 at 11:59 PM Paris time.
The selected photos will be ranked in order of preference: - 1st photo: 3 points - 2nd: 2 points - 3rd: 1 point
The winner is the author of the photo with the most points.
Results will be published on June 1. In case of a tie, the number of first-place votes will decide. The winner will have the honor of organizing the June 2025 contest.
Photos that have already been nominated (1st, 2nd, or 3rd) in another contest are not eligible for this one.
This thread is exclusively for photos submitted to the contest. Any discussions or comments should be posted in the following thread: https://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=10707526;a=10707526
This is the place for chit-chat on this month’s theme—reflections! I’m sure you’ve got some amazing ones to share. 😄