Colors of Autumn - Pittsburgh 2007

The peak of fall colors in Pittsburgh this year was not optimal due to the late warm temperatures and rainfall during primetime, but there were still bursts of red, orange and yellow here and there. Have a look.


Pittsburgh Skyline at magic hour from the south side


Changing trees complement the USS Requin


Sunrise from the West End


Tree of Birds


Colors from the North Side


Orange sky from Schenley Park


Phipps Conservatory


Skyline from Grandview


The sun peeks over Gateway Center at sunrise


Mellon Arena


Three Sisters


The Mon from Hazelwood


Fiery tree


West End Bridge


US Steel Tower


Another sunset


Fall colors at the point


PPG and One Oxford Center Silhouette


PPG from Station Square


North Side


Skyline from P.J. McArdle


Ridges and Houses


Burgh Evening


Herron Hill


Chilly Morning


Cathedral of Learning


Village


Towers of Grant


End of Daylight from Schenley Park


Daytime skyline duratrans on WTAE set featuring PittsburghSkyline.com photographs


Interview area of WTAE Set featuring PittsburghSkyline.com photographs


Nighttime skyline duratrans on WTAE set featuring PittsburghSkyline.com photographs

29 Responses to “Colors of Autumn - Pittsburgh 2007”


  1. Kiersten wrote:

    Your photography is absolutely beautiful. I love photography of cities, and I particularly love Pittsburgh as a city … And your photography of Pittsburgh is nothing short of perfect. Thanks so much for sharing your photography fo all to see. I live in Central PA but get to live in the city vicariously through these photos!

  2. Yinzer wrote:

    I love your three sister photo. After coming back to pittsburgh this is such a stricking feature of this city. The hills, and the bridges. I was out in a flat and boring town for three years. I came back to the burgh, and nothing beats the terrain and character.

  3. William wrote:

    Great shots Matt,,it looks like you still had some color there..I will make my way in Pittsburgh agian around Wed of this week…Take care

  4. Stephen wrote:

    This set is a real treat. The PA colors are great this year! This summer I visited U Pitt for an open house and I just loved the city. This is second only to being there!

  5. cm wrote:

    I cannot wait to come home next week. I miss this town so much.

  6. Jake wrote:

    Unbelievable photographer. I like how you capture every aspect of the city and it’s personality. Pittsburgh is a city where the majority of it’s residents are 100% proud of where they come from. What’s not to love about it? We have our own language, best football francise in the NFL, most livable city in America, and home to the second nicest view in America. And you’ve captured every one of those qualities, a lot of people who have never been here think it’s a dirty, ugly, dreery city. They take one look at your work, they will have a whole new outlook. PS, is work work available for purchase?

  7. victoria doyle wrote:

    As a lifetime Steeler fan, I can’t thank you enough for these wonderful photos. I am in Eugene, Oregon and it is beautiful here, but you have shown me the beauty of a place I knew only in my imagination- Georgeous-and now I cant wait to come visit the City- not just for a game!

  8. Clara Carlucci wrote:

    The photos are great almost makes me want to go up and visit.

  9. Jason Steele wrote:

    These are great. You are an amazing photographer and now I am sad that I’m not coming home for Thanksgiving this year.
    I would love to see some photos of forgotten places like the Candy-Rama downtown before it is demolished.
    Also, did you change the security restrictions on the images? I used to be able to right-click and make the photos my computer desktop wallpaper. If so, I understand but I really loved having these photos on my two computer monitors.

    Thanks

  10. Eric Matthews wrote:

    Once again. You are amazing. The best. Thank you for what you are doing for the Burgh.

  11. Marsha Morris wrote:

    These pictures are incredible!!! I download a lot of pictures from Webshots, but their pictures cannot compare with yours.
    Thank you so much for these pictgures

  12. Katie wrote:

    Thanks so much for such beautiful photos. After moving away from Pgh after college six years ago, I’m finally moving back in early 2008. I’m so excited!!, and these photos help fan the flames!

  13. mark e k wrote:

    I took my girlfriend who is a born and raised floridian back home to watch the steelers spank the seahawks. I think she now knows why I talk about my hometown so much. And why I bleed chipped ham.

  14. chris wrote:

    Again! A beautiful collection of an equally beautiful city. There is no place like Pittsburgh…..”Is that you Dorothy”?

  15. joyce wrote:

    Left Pgh in 1965 for LA area but my so called roots are back there.

    I was so excited when Klondikes came to LA…

    Chipped ham; oh I grew up on it, but now realize it’s all FAT…..

  16. aaron wrote:

    Love the pics, love the city. Keep up the great work!!!!

  17. Lisa Matthis wrote:

    i love your pictures.. i’m a native pittsburgh gal.. grew up in the south hills and graduated from the current home of the AAA state football champs TJ!! i live in Mooresville, NC now and don’t get home often, but your site cures that for me.. thanks for sharing your wonderful photo skills!! :) Go Steelers!!!

  18. debbie / denton tx wrote:

    Matt,

    What a wonderful site to come to when I am homesick. The song of my old school alma mater rings true….I love Pittsburgh and the many townships and areas around this majestic place.

    debbie

  19. Young Rizz wrote:

    These are by far tha best pics of the Burgh on the web & being from the city of steel they are touching the hearts and capturing the attention of many, many peaople…………………keep it up and stay up. 1

  20. Rizzy Rizz From Mckees Rocks wrote:

    Simply Superb photography…………not much more i can say……………….simply superb!

  21. Ernest wrote:

    Outstanding work, to say the least!!!

  22. Chris Thropp wrote:

    Pittsburgh is the most beautiful city. This site is a tribute to that. I am moving back next year and am counting down the days! See Yinz soon!

  23. Larry wrote:

    Sure do miss P’burgh.

  24. Rita Maguire wrote:

    they are beautiful I live in Fla. and miss the fall weather and going to Seven Springs to see the leaves

  25. Janis Jade wrote:

    Absolutely gorgeous !

  26. amanda muzzie wrote:

    i am so happy to be a part of such a wonderful city. goooooooooooooooooo steelers!

  27. MR. HAMMOND wrote:

    what a thrill to tell people that I know you. your pics are very special. Keep it up Matt

  28. John wrote:

    I am sooo homesick seeing this beautiful photography. I live in Hollywood, FL (aka South America) and I am just sick of the heat, these people and the crap this area has to offer. Keep the umbrella drinks Governor Crist, this is far from Paradise. I’ll take the Stillers and the cold ANYTIME!!!!!! I’ll be back!

  29. Janie wrote:

    Hey Matt, your pictures are great. I left the Burgh about five years ago and these pictures really remind me of what I left behind.. Keep up the good work, I’m glad I found this website, I’m sure I’ll be back often.

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