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Rotterdam is a vibrant city located in the western part of the Netherlands. It is known for its modern architecture, bustling port, and diverse cultural scene. For photography enthusiasts, Rotterdam offers a plethora of stunning locations to capture the city's unique character. From the iconic Erasmus Bridge to the colorful Cube Houses, there are plenty of architectural marvels to photograph. The city's bustling streets, lively markets, and picturesque canals also provide excellent opportunities for street and landscape photography.

Enthralling architecture
Kubuswoningen
by Andreas Karrer

The Cube Houses (Kubuswoningen) by Piet Blom.

Kaleidoscope III
Cube Houses Rotterdam
by Alec Lux

No way, did it again, just a few steps backwards, for a different framing. the wind is still coming from the same direction and the cloud movement is perfectly aligned again. Woohoow.

I used: Haida 150mm filterholder Haida CPOL / Haida 15 stops ND

Glowing Erasmus Bridge II
Glowing Erasmus Bridge III
by Alec Lux

After the blue hour shots at the floating pavilion, I was just to late for some blue hour shots of the Erasmus bridge. Anyway, I had a try, they are not bad, but I pefer when there still is just a little light in the sky.

Yellow Submarine V
Cube Houses Rotterdam
by Alec Lux

After spending some time making long exposure shots of the cube houses, I felt like taking some details. I wanted to respect the cubist form, the reason I made square shots of it. While I was processing this series, I suddenly started thinking of The Beatles. We all know that track named 'Yellow Submarine'. Isn't it part of our collective memory. I just couldn't get that song out of my head.

Rotterdam Skyline
Rotterdam Skyline
by Mario Calma

Erasmusbrug / Wilhelminapier Rotterdam

Glowing Erasmus Bridge III
Glowing Erasmus Bridge III
by Alec Lux

After the blue hour shots at the floating pavilion, I was just to late for some blue hour shots of the Erasmus bridge. Anyway, I had a try, they are not bad, but I pefer when there still is just a little light in the sky.

Floating Pavilion II
Floating Pavilion
by Alec Lux

The floating pavilion, was one of the locations I wanted to grab some shots. As usual, I took my time for framing and I waited for the perfect moment. The lights switched on and there we go,

First photo, Rotterdam, Netherlands
Rotterdam Classic
by Adelheid Smitt

One month after all my camera equipment was stolen, I am back in business. I decided to switch to a mirrorless camera and I am happy with the first results. This is a view of Rotterdam with the iconic Erasmus Bridge.

Into the matrix
Museum Boymans van Beuningen
by Rob Oo

Floor piece no. 1 (Cube structure based on nine modules) (Vloerstructuur nr. 1) Artist: Sol LeWitt (1979)

Museum Boymans van Beuningen.

The other side
Ruiterbrug
by Rob Oo

Ruiterbrug ("horseman bridge"), Hoek van Holland, The Netherlands.

Happel Cornelisse Architects (2019).

Petropolis
Vopak
by Rob Oo

Vopak, Rozenburg, The Netherlands.

Made with GIMP.

en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vopak

Nothing Attracts Attention Like A Red Dress I
Nothing Attracts Attention Like A Red Dress I
by Alec Lux

The Red Apple, Rotterdam, is a splendid bluiding. It's red facade makes it unique. The sun shining on it, it stands out to all other surrounding buildings. You can't miss it.

The light at the end of the tunnel
Beneluxtunnel
by Rob Oo

Beneluxtunnel, Vlaardingen, The Netherlands.

di zon lijk een smeltende bal naar omhoog kwam: knetter & glowy
Luchtsingel
by Rob Oo

Luchtsingel Rotterdam. www.dezeen.com/2015/07/16/luchtsingel-elevated-pathways-b...

Poem: "mi have een droom" - Ramsey Nasr (Rotterdam, 2059)

Kaleidoscope
Rotterdam - Cube Houses
by Alec Lux

The Cube Houses, was one of the places I did't wan't to miss in Rotterdam. This really is some twisted architecture. When you find the right spot, it's just like a kaleidoscope. Saw several times this particular shot on the net, always been amazed by its geometry. Sitting on my butt, taking the time for framing, didn't want to make mistakes for this one.

I used: Haida 150mm filterholder Haida CPOL / Haida 15 stops ND

Kaleidoscope IV
Cube Houses Rotterdam
by Alec Lux

After that iconic shot I upped earlier, I tried out some more long exposure shots of the cube houses. I made several shots with a global view, not specifically centred. Just 1 came up as a good shot, the cube houses wasn't that easy to manage.

Floating Pavilion III
Floating Pavilion
by Alec Lux

The floating pavilion, was one of the locations I wanted to grab some shots. As usual, I took my time for framing and I waited for the perfect moment. The lights switched on and there we go.

Rotterdam Classic
Rotterdam Classic
by Mario Calma

Skyline panorama Erasmusbrug / Wilhelmina pier Rotterdam

Rotterdam - Erasmus bridge
Erasmus Bridge / Erasmusbrug
by Henk Verheyen

20160402_Rotterdam_366-2

Glowing Erasmus Bridge I
Glowing Erasmus Bridge III
by Alec Lux

After the blue hour shots at the floating pavilion, I was just to late for some blue hour shots of the Erasmus bridge. Anyway, I had a try, they are not bad, but I pefer when there still is just a little light in the sky.

Mirror mirror....
KunstHAL
by Rob Oo

"Random fear (with mirrors)" by Rafaël Rozendaal (2019). Kunsthal Rotterdam

Dissonant
Van Nelle factory
by Rob Oo

Van Nelle factory, Rotterdam, The Netherlands.

The spiralised staircase contrasts angainst the angular structure of this great example of functional architecture.

en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Van_Nelle_Factory

Rotterdam Canal I
Rotterdam Canal I
by Alec Lux

Rotterdam has so many oppurtunities to grab some great shots. This isn't my best one from Rotterdam, but it has some cool atmosphere.

Cliff
The Shipping and Transport College
by Rob Oo

The Shipping and Transport College Group (STC Group) is an international maritime transport and logistics education provider. Rotterdam, The Netherlands. Design: Neutelings Riedijk architects (2000)

en.wikipedia.org/wiki/STC_Group

Gone fishing
The Fisherman
by Rob Oo

"The Fisherman" / "De Visser" , Ger C. Bout (2006) . Rotterdam, The Netherlands.

www.bkor.nl/beelden/de-visser/

A bolt from the blue
Taxat
by Rob Oo

Taxat (2004) by Woody van Amen. Rotterdam, The Netherlands.

Shadowplay
Rotterdam central station
by Rob Oo

Rotterdam central station, Rotterdam, The Netherlands.

Design: Team CS (Benthem Crouwel Architects, MVSA and West 8) (2003)

Kaleidoscope II
Cube Houses Rotterdam
by Alec Lux

After that iconic shot I upped earlier, I tried out some more long exposure shots of the cube houses. Again I took my time for framing it. When I reviewed this shot on my camera, I was completely blown away. I think it's my most lucky long exposer shot ever made. The cloud movement is perfectly parallel to the roof, from left to right, amazing.

Sunset At  Rijnhavenbrug
Rotterdam Skyline
by Alec Lux

After a whole day walking around in Rotterdam, I ended with this location. I blended 2 long exposures with a 5 bracketed shot to obtain this result.

This image was created with: Haida 150mm filterholder Haida CPOL / Haida 6 stops ND / Haida 3 stops Soft Grad

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Next Level
Next Level
by Alec Lux

Standing just in front of the cruise terminal, looked up, and saw the nHow building showing of in the sun.

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Rotterdam Skyline
Rotterdam Skyline
by Mario Calma

Rijnhavenbrug /Wilhelminapier Rotterdam

Rotterdam Reflected
Rotterdam Skyline
by Mario Calma

Skyline Rotterdam

Perspective
Museum Boymans van Beuningen
by Rob Oo

Jan van der Ploeg Wall Painting No. 155, 2006 Museum Boymans van Beuningen

From Holland To Amerika
From Holland To Amerika
by Alec Lux

Rotterdam is a very modern city, with several skyscrapers. Looking up, can give a very interesting view. This location is known through history. It was the first shipping line between Holland and New York. Cargo started in 1809, passengers in 1873.

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Press here
Belvédère Building
by Rob Oo

Belvédère Building (KPN Office Rotterdam)

DHS
DelfsHavense Schiebruggen
by Rob Oo

DelfsHavense Schiebruggen (DHS bridges) Design: J. Bak (1986, openend 1994). Redesign by me (2021) using GIMP.

nl.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spoorbrug_Delfshavense_Schie

Marina Rotterdam I
Marina Rotterdam I
by Alec Lux

Second time I went to Rotterdam, I knew that one day I was going back. I just love this vibrant city, full of stunning locations.

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Zebra
Calandbrug
by Rob Oo

Calandbrug (1969), Rozenburg, The Netherlands.

Thanks to all Phoide contributors to Rotterdam!
Most notably Alec Lux, Rob Oo, Mario Calma and Henk Verheyen.