We have had many quite chilly days here in southern Sweden this January. However, sunsets are beautiful even in cold weather ...
Catastrophes, wars, terrorism, ecological disasters, deadly diseases, poverty .... The list of tragedies - both personal and public - is endless. Every day and hour media, politicians, experts - and charlatans - bring us a never ending barrage of bad things. No wonder that many people feel depressed and weary. This blog tries - in a modest and personal way - to contribute to a more balanced view. After all, there is so much to appreciate and enjoy in life ...
Friday, 22 January 2016
Tuesday, 19 January 2016
A Maritime Drawing
Today I photographed and coloured a wonderful drawing from the book "Svensk sjöfart" (Swedish shipping), published in 1921. The drawing was made by artist and architect Eduard Heurlin, who died in 1947.
Monday, 18 January 2016
The brand new steamship "Teutonia" (early 20th century)
A little more than one hundred years ago the photographer asked people to pose in front of the then brand new Swedish cargo steamer "Teutonia". Judging from the picture, two people did not follow the photographer´s request to stand still ... :-)
(Colouring by me)
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