Canon EOS R
Canon RF 28-70mm f/2L Lens
Shutter Speed
1/15 sec
Aperture
f/11
Focal Length
50mm
ISO
800
Graffiti Building & U Prinzenstraße Train
@jorgealva
While you're roaming the streets of Berlin, don't forget to be on the lookout for incredible street art. One of my favorites in the city is this graffiti that boasts a larger-than-life display of two figures on the side of an old building. With the staggered layers of the structure, the graffiti pops against the gray concrete and it creates a textured visual of intrigue.
Plan
Overview
Skill level
Easy
Accessbility
Public Location
Hours
Anytime
Fee
Free
Pack
- Normal lens (50mm)
- Tripod
- Telephoto lens (optional)
- Wide-angle lens (optional)
How to get there
N52° 29' 54.1968"E13° 24' 36.5148"
This image of the graffiti building and passing train was taken on the opposite side of the road, looking directly up to the artwork. I stood on the south side of Gitschiner Str. and then faced north to get this perspective.
By public transportation:
- Closest station: U Prinzenstraße (U1, U3, U12 lines or 140, N1 buses)
- Head east on Gitschiner Str.
Tips
When to go
Best season
All months
Best time
Late afternoon, Sunset
Regardless of the weather, you can photograph the graffiti building and passing train near U Prinzenstraße during any month.
The contrast of the sunset and yellow train against the street art is, in my opinion, the best way to capture this place. Arrive in the afternoon and then stay until the sun begins to set to see the varying lighting conditions.
Field tips
Before coming to this location, check the times that the train will come through the stop (U Prinzenstraße). Knowing when the train will be in motion will give you a better chance of photographing it at the right time.
In order to stabilize your equipment, I recommend bringing along a tripod. Having a tripod will also help you capture the train as it passes through the scene.
Make use of the leading lines in this shot. The train, the buildings that stand tall — framing them correctly will allow for a more balanced image.
In addition to a normal lens, you can also shoot with a wide-angle lens or a telephoto lens here. The options are limitless for the types of compositions you can create — get creative!
Current weather
Berlin
Partially cloudy
38o
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Tue
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Wed
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Thu
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Sat
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Blue Hour
05:56
38o
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Sunrise
06:32
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Golden Hour
15:20
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Partially cloudy
Sunset
16:11
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Partially cloudy
Do nearby
Nearby is the Landwehr Canal, which is a 6.6 mile stretch of water. On either side of the canal, there are restaurants, museums and parks — make sure to check them out!
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