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Paul Vladuchick

@vladdythegeek.bsky.social

Photographer. Engineer. Pittsburgh.

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Two cars passing on PJ McArdle Roadway on Mt Washington - Pittsburgh PA

07.05.2025 14:57 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A black and white street scene in downtown Pittsburgh. There is a large puddle which is reflecting two skyscrapers.

A black and white street scene in downtown Pittsburgh. There is a large puddle which is reflecting two skyscrapers.

I had a nice evening to photograph the city when it rained and made it almost magical, but the kind of magic that is awesome but brings with it wet socks.

03.05.2025 23:24 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Spring in Pittsburgh

23.04.2025 20:06 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A photograph of an ornamental pear blossom with the seventh street bridge blurred in the background

A photograph of an ornamental pear blossom with the seventh street bridge blurred in the background

Ever since the accident the nerves have been very sensitive to changes in temperature. Winter is not fun, but early spring is BRUTAL. The flowers are nice though.

19.03.2025 13:10 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Lunar Eclipse from Pittsburgh.
The night was crystal clear and quite warm. It was an absolutely delight to photograph.

14.03.2025 19:36 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The popular overlooks are classic for a reason. However if you only go there you’ll miss out on a lot of really gorgeous views.

10.03.2025 19:03 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Pittsburgh is a really pretty city.

21.02.2025 04:32 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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I have been involved in two major photography projects for the last many years. The second is photographing the social dance communities within Pittsburgh. Ballroom. Salsa. West Coast Swing, East Coast Swing Etc.

This was from the Grand ReOpening of the Arthur Murray McMurray Studio

04.02.2025 18:25 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A photograph of Pittsburgh famed on either side by two of the three "Three Sisters bridges". The river is frozen. Orion has been highlighted by starbursts on each of the starts in the sky

A photograph of Pittsburgh famed on either side by two of the three "Three Sisters bridges". The river is frozen. Orion has been highlighted by starbursts on each of the starts in the sky

When it comes to photography, winter is a really difficult time. At times it can be ABSOLUTELY beautiful, other times it's totally bland. Pittsburgh at night in the cold is ALWAYS beautiful. And Orion is high in the sky. #winterwonderland #pittsburgh #winter

30.01.2025 05:28 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A photograph of the inside of the Duquesne Incline at night. The city is visible through the windows

A photograph of the inside of the Duquesne Incline at night. The city is visible through the windows

#Pittsburgh has two operational funiculars, both are very old and well loved. This was taken from inside the Duquesne Incline. #art #winterwonderland #pittsburghisawesome

29.01.2025 16:35 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

The song β€œPennies from Heaven” sung by Louis Armstrong in 1936. If it were written today based on the same spending power, would be roughly β€œQuarters from Heaven”.

Technically it’s $0.23 but still.

25.01.2025 21:55 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A photograph of Pittsburgh from the West End Bridge. The Ohio River is frozen over. A Barge is iced in on the bank of the river.

A photograph of Pittsburgh from the West End Bridge. The Ohio River is frozen over. A Barge is iced in on the bank of the river.

Blue hour in #Pittsburgh after a short #polarvortex in which the temperatures reached the coldest we've seen in a decade. The ice on the Ohio River was spectacular. I absolutely love photographing the ice. I do not care for the cold, though.

24.01.2025 01:59 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A photograph of Pittsburgh from the west end bridge. The river is frozen.

A photograph of Pittsburgh from the west end bridge. The river is frozen.

#Pittsburgh has experienced a deep freeze and has left the rivers frozen for the first time in a while. I love shooting in conditions like this. #polarvortex #art #winterwonderland

23.01.2025 14:51 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Black and white photograph of the city of Pittsburgh from the West End overlook

Black and white photograph of the city of Pittsburgh from the West End overlook

Still sick and missing photographing the cold. Took this the day before the polar vortex and tried to capture the winter gray of the city. #pittsburgh #art #commission #winterwonderland

22.01.2025 15:10 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Thanks. Me too.

And thank you for the kind words.

22.01.2025 00:54 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
The Rachel Carson bridge raising up from the surrounding buildings on Pittsburghs North shore. In the background are the buildings of downtown

The Rachel Carson bridge raising up from the surrounding buildings on Pittsburghs North shore. In the background are the buildings of downtown

I tried to get images this morning. Feeling under the weather and a wind chill at -12F was a bit too much. I hate feeling ill.

A few days ago I captured this and figured I’d share.

#pittsburgh #winterwonderland

22.01.2025 00:31 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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This is just such a cool view of the city of #pittsburgh. This was the first time I was over on this particular location but I’ll be back. #art #urbanphotography

19.01.2025 16:54 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Photograph of downtown Pittsburgh from the West End Overlook. In the foreground is a snow covered lawn with a park bench and it in the background and slightly out of focus is the skyline of the city.

Photograph of downtown Pittsburgh from the West End Overlook. In the foreground is a snow covered lawn with a park bench and it in the background and slightly out of focus is the skyline of the city.

No one was at the park. Yes it was cold and nearing midnight and windy. And kind of cruddy weather, but it was beautiful. #pittsburgh #art

18.01.2025 23:58 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
The Roberto clenente bridge in downtown Pittsburgh over the frozen Allegheny River.

The Roberto clenente bridge in downtown Pittsburgh over the frozen Allegheny River.

The Allegheny River and the Roberto Clemente Bridge during a brief defrost. The ice surface went from frozen to liquid in about 5 minutes. It was pretty cool to see. #Pittsburgh #art

18.01.2025 12:37 β€” πŸ‘ 17    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A photograph of the skyline of Pittsburgh

A photograph of the skyline of Pittsburgh

#Pittsburgh and snow look magical. Reality is more complicated of course. But I LOVE it. #photography #art #winterphotos #skyline #commission

17.01.2025 13:27 β€” πŸ‘ 19    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

What exactly does β€œwinning” look like in a game of chicken against a train?

11.01.2025 12:09 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A photograph of a wilted flower on a plant covered in snow. In the background blurred is the Hornes Christmas Tree

A photograph of a wilted flower on a plant covered in snow. In the background blurred is the Hornes Christmas Tree

Christmas this year flew by far too quickly. Remember when we were kids and December seemed to last half a lifetime?

I’ve been trying to find a way to #photograph the Hornes Tree in a more unique way. This isn’t entirely it. #pittsbrugh #art #photography #commissions

09.01.2025 15:48 β€” πŸ‘ 10    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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A flock of birds flying in a #snowstorm in downtown #Pittsburgh #photography #urbanphoto #snow #cold #flockofbirds #leicaq2

04.01.2025 23:35 β€” πŸ‘ 9    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Black and White photograph of looking directly overhead with a small flock of birds with one building on each edge of the photo. The sky is overcast and textured.

Black and White photograph of looking directly overhead with a small flock of birds with one building on each edge of the photo. The sky is overcast and textured.

Looking up at the Swifts flying through downtown skyscrapers. Christmas Eve 2024 #Pittsburgh #Photography #urbanphotography #leicaq2

03.01.2025 02:03 β€” πŸ‘ 20    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A photograph viewed straight up from the ground. On the left, the structure of the US Steel tower and on the entire right side of the image the flat wall of the Koppers Tower. The sky is entirely featureless white.

A photograph viewed straight up from the ground. On the left, the structure of the US Steel tower and on the entire right side of the image the flat wall of the Koppers Tower. The sky is entirely featureless white.

Look up can not be over emphasized when looking for unique and powerful compositions.

The US Steel Tower and the Koppers Tower in Downtown Pittsburgh against a flat white overcast sky.

#Pittsburgh #photograph #art #wallpart #commission

26.12.2024 18:11 β€” πŸ‘ 9    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A black and white photograph viewed straight overhead. Four building are partially visible, one on each edge of the image. A flock of swifts flies in the center of the image. The overcast clouds are dark and textured.

A black and white photograph viewed straight overhead. Four building are partially visible, one on each edge of the image. A flock of swifts flies in the center of the image. The overcast clouds are dark and textured.

Christmas Eve 2024
Downtown #Pittsburgh #photography

24.12.2024 22:41 β€” πŸ‘ 8    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A photo of a snowman at Point State park in Pittsburgh. Blurred in the background is the Duquense Light Christmas tree. The city is visible in the background

A photo of a snowman at Point State park in Pittsburgh. Blurred in the background is the Duquense Light Christmas tree. The city is visible in the background

Snowman at the Point #Pittsburgh #photography #winter #christmas #snowman

23.12.2024 18:51 β€” πŸ‘ 13    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

I miss Stockholm. The winters in Sweden are GORGEOUS. and cold. So so cold.

23.12.2024 04:19 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

#photography #downtownpittsburgh

22.12.2024 21:24 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The ice rink at #ppgplace in #pittsburgh

22.12.2024 21:23 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 1

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