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Karlsruhe Hbf—Train Shed Geometry and Red Electrics.

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Germany’s traditional large railway stations offer endless opportunities for photographic composition.

Over the years, I’ve made several visits to the Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof (main station) and have always found it photographically rewarding. I made these photos a couple of weeks ago  (April 2016.)

FujiFilm X-T1 image.
FujiFilm X-T1 image.
Classic signage. FujiFilm X-T1 photo.
Classic signage. FujiFilm X-T1 photo.

The train-shed lends to making geometric images while providing a visually intriguing setting for train photos. I like the sense of scale that the shed offers.

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An InterCity train pauses for passengers. FujiFilm X-T1 photo.
An InterCity train pauses for passengers. FujiFilm X-T1 photo.
When I first visited Karlsruhe in the late-1990s, DB's 101 class were the latest in new motive power. Now these are battle worn veterans.
When I first visited Karlsruhe in the late-1990s, DB’s 101 class were the latest in new motive power. Now these are battle worn veterans.
The curves of this class 146 electric complement the train shed while the bright red livery makes for a stunning contrast with the monotones of the station environs.
The curves of this class 146 electric complement the train shed while the bright red livery makes for a stunning contrast with the monotones of the station environs.
At the southend of the shed.
At the south end of the shed.
Pay attention!
Pay attention!

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