Vltava Fishermen by Chipka
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There have actually been a couple of sunny days in Prague since my return. A couple. On other occasions, the sun peeked out from behind a veil of clouds that closed as soon as they parted. This image was captured on one of the two sunny days. In fact, it's a part of the whole series of pictures I took of the Cross Club. This is a bit of life in the world OUTSIDE of the club, and I like it for the brighter color, and the sheer contrast it provides to the images preceding it.
It's common to find fishermen on the river throughout the year, but as it's a Christmas tradition to eat Carp--usually after it's been kept alive in your bathtub for a night or two--for Christmas, as a part of Christmas dinner. I'm about to miss that tradition, but I suspect/hope that next year, I'll be able to partake in it, though I won't be keeping any fish in my bathtub and then slaughtering/cooking them for family. I have no idea how I'd even do it since I've never cooked carp before. This shot was taken from Charles Bridge (Karlovy Most.)
I'm intrigued by the odd color of the river, and this is the ONE shot that came out decently. I've only cropped and resized it for posting.
As always, thank you for viewing and reading, and commenting, and I hope that you're all having a great week.
Comments (17)
rainbows
A wonderful capture, Chip. So like home to me. We have little wooden cobbles that put to sea to fish in Bay. I believe you have to keep carp alive in clear water for several days so the flesh does not taste Muddy when eating!! We too have a tradition of eating fresh fish at Christmas and new year. My Bay is a tiny fishing village. People will bring me dawn caught fish, I exchange my fresh baked mince pies. No money ever changes hands, just gifts. This is a wonderful work and your notes, a joy to read as always. Have the finest day, dear friend. Hugs. Di. xx
Valerie-Ducom
I like this color onf this river and nice lighting too ! Excellent picture, again ! Good day :)
shahlaa
I too love the colors of the river...I also love to fish but I must admit, I've never heard of eating fish for Christmas so I learned something new today...smiles...I love reading your writings as much as I love looking at your pictures...I'm willing to bet that if one had the chance to look through your photo albums there would be so much to see...it would be like a mini journey through some of the most intriging, beautiful places in the world...a free vacation...beautiful capture Chip!
auntietk
I love the contrast, and the color of the water, as well. Beautiful!
romanceworks
The colors struck me, too, grey and yet with life. The life of a fisherman looks lonely and difficult. Interesting words to match this pic. CC
Heathcroft
Good shot Chip- the reason they keep carp in the bath tub for 48 hours is to give them a chance to filter out the mud, though I reckon they are also full of heavy metals in that neck of the woods. There's a lot of industrial waste that goes into that river. If you dont do that, the carp dont taste of much else otherwise! (mud, not heavy metals that is - I could cope with mud to be polite. Not sure about the cadmium and lead.)
NekhbetSun
Yeahhhhh, I'll pass on the bathtub carp too LOL nice pic Chip ! ~ Hugs ~
MrsLubner
The color is amazing...like no other I've seen for water, at least without postworking it.:-) This feels so right and I'd love to share the Carp custom. I've never eaten Carp but I know many people who do.
Valentin
Excellent composition, fabulous colors and clarity!
beachzz
It's really wonderful that so many people know exactly why they keep carp in the bathtub!! The color is so unique, and just the two boats on the water keep in simple and so very peaceful looking. This is one to be proud of, Chip, you really got a great shot here. And again, your stories just add to the overall beauty!!
MagikUnicorn
Fishing in december...a Dream for all Canadians (all ready 5 feets of snow) and winter only the dec 21 lol G R E A T * P I C
krakosky
nice lightning
Trollmac
Excellent capture!
JaneEden
It's a wonderful scene Chip!! I come from a seafaring family and grew up on the coast, and only 15 minutes away now. I also grew up on fish as my grandfather was a fish merchant! hugs Jane xx
Liam.
Brr! Looks like it's cold out there! Excellent capture
Rainbowgirl
I too love the water in this photo, Chip! A brilliant shot again! You are a master in capturing an atmosphere. You also will certainly learn to cook a carp if you want to. Better bake it though g If you need a recipe... ;-)
stolta
Wonderful I really like it!!!!!