The picture shows Erfurt's Marktstraße at Christmas time - a central axis of the old town, festively decorated with numerous fairy lights stretching across the street. The historic buildings on either side reflect the city's traditional architecture. A church tower rises in the background, lending depth and orientation to the scene. The street itself appears calm, but traces of light from passing vehicles indicate movement - an effect of the long exposure.
Marktstraße is a historically evolved place that combines trade, encounters and the history of the town. Especially at Christmas time, it unfolds a special atmosphere between everyday life and festive staging.
My inspiration was to capture this moment of calm in the urban space - a contrast to the busy pre-Christmas period. The composition thrives on the interplay of light, perspective and architectural structure.
The picture conveys a quiet, almost meditative mood. It invites you to pause and consciously take in the details of the scene.
In an interior, this work acts as a calm, atmospheric accent. It combines seasonal atmosphere with urban clarity and is particularly suitable for rooms that are looking for a combination of tradition, light and creative depth.
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