Oberlandesgericht is one of the highest and most imposant buildings in Hamm embedded in a nice park around the old riverbed of river Ahse. It was built 1955-1958 according the design of the architect Karl Schuck.“ The building is a reinforced concrete construction with clear … Continue readingOberlandesgericht
There are many river loops along the river Lippe from the source in Bad Lippspringe to junction with the River Rhein. I have the advantage that there are two or three in the immediate surrounding of the city of Hamm. This photo spot is located … Continue readingLippeschleife
Letzen Samstag, 27. März 2021 fand in Hamm ein Fotowettbewerb statt mit dem Thema „der zweite Blick – mittendrin“. Die Volkshochschule Hamm veranstaltet diesen Wettbewerb schon seit einigen Jahren mit Unterstützung des Ortsheimatpflegers Hamm-Mitte, dem Stadtarchiv und dem Hammer Geschichtsverein. Der Wettbewerb gestaltete sich in … Continue readingMittendrin
I like the location because of its historical background and because it allows a view on two iconic locations of the city of Hamm: the Universa Tower with Isenbeck advertisement, a local brewery closed in 1989 and Lutherkirche built in 1739. To understand the history … Continue readingOstring / Bärenbrunnen
The two water towers are located by the road „Hellweg“ in the City of Hamm. Geographic coordinates are 51°38’55.87″N, 7°49’8.10“E. They are clearly visible from a distance and have become a landmark due to their unique ensemble. They serve to store the drinking water for … Continue readingWassertürme
I preselected 12 locations for a mix of easy access (immediate surrounding of where I live), landscape/nature and industrial/architectural landmarks of the city of Hamm.As industrial locations, I selected Gersteinwerk, Kraftwerk Westfalen and Wassertürme. Except for Gersteinwerk I had taken photos of these locations in … Continue readingOptimizing Selections …
Beginning of March I joined a project created by professional photographer Chris Sale. I know Chris from his youtube channel and I followed him via his ever more professional journey through the lake district. Inspired by his videos, I also took a trip to the … Continue readingFinding the Spots…
On our last day in the lakes district, we took a tour to see the castlerigg stone circle, borrowedale and buttermere. Couldn’t resist to take a stop at the lakes destillery as well. Finally took a large round tour over Crummock Water, Loweswater, Ennerdale Water, … Continue readingCastlerigg, Borrowdale, Buttermere
Early Morning was rainy, but after a good breakfast some sunny spells appeared between the grey clouds. We headed over to Ambleside, the central parking was half way occupied at 9:00 in the morning! Next visit in the Lake District, I will have to avoid … Continue readingAmbleside, Loughrigg Fell, Blea Tarn
The lake district is quite remote from where we live in Germany, so we hoped for good weather to make it worth the long journey. The weather forecast was quite promising, however I did not expect it changing as quick as the weather itself. So … Continue readingLittle Langdale