Pittsburgh for June, Summer 2008
June 12th, 2008
A new wave a photographs to stray your mind from the summer heat of 2008.
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Penguins Fans gather at Mellon Arena to watch the 2008 Stanley Cup finals outdoors.

Three Sisters.

Pittsburgh over the Mon.

The fountain at the confluence at the Point.

Downtown Vista.

United Steel Workers.

House with a view.

PNC Park after an evening game.

Coal barges float past One Oxford Center.

US Steel tower and Mellon Arena during the finals.

Only in Pittsburgh.

The point at dusk.

Converging Angles.

“GO PENS” in the US Steel Tower.

An empty fountain on the North Shore.

Pittsburgh Plate Glass.

Fifth Avenue Place.

Pittsburgh Skyline across the Allegheny.

Heinz Field at nightfall.

Who says it doesn’t get hot in the Burgh?

Spring Hill Cemetery View.

Fans take their seats before the start of a Bucs game (is this the year we finish .500?)

Alley to PPG.

Fort Pitt Bridge.

Allegheny General Hospital on the North Side.

A perfect night, besides those Wings.

The lush hilltops of Pittsburgh.

Nation’s sootiest city? Thanks a lot, American Lung Associate.

Homes in the Elliot.

Notice that big ditch leading to Point State Park has vanished.

Pittsburgh Firefighters try to beat the heat.

Pittsburgh’s Point.

How yinz doin?

It will take a while to get used to that UPMC sign.

Pedestrian venture across the Smithfield Street Bridge.

Union Trust Building.

Station Square fountains provide a rainbow.

Fort Duquesne Bridge and PNC Park.

The treacherous trip to the Spring Hill Cemetery provides one of the best city views.

Fisheye to the sky at PNC Park.

Gateway Center receives the last sunlight of the day.

Clemente Bridge Span.

Thanks for a thrilling ride through the playoffs, Pens!




















June 12th, 2008 at 6:06 pm
Spectacular photos! Wow! Another Super Job!
(I don’t much care for the UPMC sign atop U.S. Steel. It is the U.S. Steel Building! Not the UPMC Building – the sign looks ugly!)
June 12th, 2008 at 9:18 pm
Matt, what a wonderful job. I remember first looking at your photos when I lived in Denver and I realized Pittsburgh was one of the most underrated cities in the nation. It has character and beauty that other’s can’t even think of, and you capture it so well. Thank you for allowing me to again take more pride in the town that I live in.
June 13th, 2008 at 9:40 pm
Another great set of pictures! (I was getting worried that there wouldn’t be another one this year)
June 14th, 2008 at 6:43 am
If I didn’t already live here, your photos would have sold me on the city.
June 14th, 2008 at 11:45 pm
Awesome Photos! Almost makes me want to move back to Pittsburgh!
June 15th, 2008 at 9:23 am
Another SUPER job Matt! I like “Fish eye to the sky at PNC Park” And also – I CAN’T BELEIVE THE PENGUINS LOST! SO,SO, SO CLOSE TO A WIN. THAT IS A GREAT HOCKEY TEAM – LET’S GO PENS!!!!
June 15th, 2008 at 6:47 pm
What a beautiful city! Like my hometown of Milwaukee, Pittsburgh is successfully reinventing itself. I have to visit your city soon. I absolutely love the industrial grittiness and authenticity of Pittsburgh! If you live there, you are very blessed.
June 15th, 2008 at 7:15 pm
I live in Apex, NC actually and I love your Raleigh photos. But ever since I saw the pics of Pittsburgh I wanted to go there. LUCKILY! I have the chance now. I’m going with my friend this saturday for a whole week. And I’m going to two Pirates games. I can’t wait. It looks like such a beautiful city. I’m also into Photography I love taking pictures. I’m only 16 and I would love to be a photographer when I’m older. You inspired me even MORE to be one too!
June 16th, 2008 at 7:23 am
THANKS FOR SHARING!!!!!
HATS OFF PITTSBURGH, 250 YEAR!!!!!
LOVE THIS TOWN!!!!
June 16th, 2008 at 10:21 am
Yep, it will take a while to get used to that UPMC sign. About 35 years, like everything else in the ‘burgh. Change is something Allegheny County area doesn’t do very well.
June 16th, 2008 at 8:50 pm
UPMC ruined our beautiful skyline.
June 17th, 2008 at 9:02 am
I live in Florida now and I miss the beautiful city of Pittsburgh, there is no other city like it in the world. I most of all miss Steeler Sunday, the Bridges, mountains and wonderful scenery in Pittsburgh. This website is so nice to look at when you are homesick! What a wonderful site!
June 17th, 2008 at 7:41 pm
Hey you take awesome pictures!!! One quick question, have you ever thought about photographing the red, blue and yellow building that sits about 3/4 of the way up on Mt. Washington? I dont know what building it is but it would probably make a spectacular picture. If you have any info on this building could you please email me? I’m at camp31007@yahoo.com. Thanks soo much, keep up the fabulous pictures!!
– Liz
June 18th, 2008 at 9:55 pm
Sure do miss Pittsburgh. Wish I hadn’t had to leave.
June 19th, 2008 at 3:45 am
Thanks again for a great collection of photographs!! I am currently in the Navy, serving half way across the world, and always come to your site when I feel homesick! Was glad to see a new collection of photographs today, and of course made me want to come on home on leave!!
Anyway…..thanks again for the photos!!
Tony
June 19th, 2008 at 5:54 am
FINALLY, I’d been waiting for a new set of photos and every time they never disappoint. I’m so glad I live here and in love with how beautiful the city is becomes each year, wouldn’t you agree?
June 19th, 2008 at 11:12 am
Love your photos. Pittsburgh is a great place and we return every fall. When I send these pictures to friends who have never been to our wonderful
city, they always comment about it being different than they had assumed. Steelers, of course, are my team, but I have the feeling we may soon be
more proud of our Buccos. Also, Pitt football on the way up and the Panther hoop team will remain one of the best in the nation.
June 21st, 2008 at 12:28 pm
Matt, you’ve captured the heart of a truly beautiful city. What a spectacular photo collection!
Like a grand old dame, Pittsburgh has such character — full of charm and strength and pride.
I’m now living in Michigan and it still stirs my heart to visit my home town, even via photographs.
Thank you for sharing your artistry.
P.S. I agree with folks about the UPMC sign
June 21st, 2008 at 10:43 pm
Well I have to say I was born at Magee hospital in 1966 and lived in Pittsburgh all my life. I moved to Florida almost two years ago and love it here too, but I will always be from Pittsburgh and they get tired of me being a Pittsburgher at work always himmhawwing about it there. These are truly fabulous pics of where I grew up and love. You will never find love like the love in Pittsburgh. GO STEELERS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
June 23rd, 2008 at 3:07 pm
Alley to PPG is a stunning, breath taking photograph. And thanks for capturing one of Pittsburgh’s Bravest!
June 25th, 2008 at 11:48 am
The “Steel City” has come a long way since the days of soot and smoke. I was born in Pittsburgh and have lived here all my life. I will always be a “Burgh Girl” and am pround of my beautiful city
June 26th, 2008 at 2:01 pm
I was born and raised in Toronto, Ohio. Used to visit Pittsburgh often for football and baseball. Have lived here in Arizona since 1965, Definitely not the Pittsburgh I remember from the fifties.
June 26th, 2008 at 10:40 pm
Wow….awesome pics! Didnt realize how much I miss the Burgh!
June 27th, 2008 at 7:56 am
I’m from Pittsburgh and I lived there for 24 years before moving to Jacksonville, FL 2 years ago. I miss the Burgh! No other city is like it! So much culture, history, and pride. All of these pictures bring a lot of great memories. I want to move back!
June 29th, 2008 at 1:36 pm
Beautiful photographs of a beautiful, beloved city. Thank you for reminding me.
June 30th, 2008 at 3:49 pm
When we were growing up in Kittanning, it took two long hours to get to Pittsburgh. I hardly recognize the city now!
June 30th, 2008 at 4:44 pm
Outstanding. Am sending to all my Pittsburgh friends that moved away so they can be sooo sorry.
July 2nd, 2008 at 4:07 pm
I’m from the UK. Just visited Pittsburgh last week. This is a fabulous city !
July 2nd, 2008 at 10:12 pm
Sent to this 70 something former Burgher who is feeling homesick about having to leave that beautiful city. Thanks for the memories.
July 3rd, 2008 at 6:29 pm
The pictures are magnificant, wish I lived in PGH. I used to visit frequently and always had a wonderful time. Good restaurants and nice boating. Great place.
July 5th, 2008 at 8:34 pm
I grew up in Pittsburgh, but moved away 16 years ago. I don’t get back as often as I should. Your pictures are excellent and make me homesick for the wonderful place where I used to live. Thanks for sharing.
July 6th, 2008 at 6:28 am
AWESOME
July 7th, 2008 at 2:13 pm
Who started those awful corporate logos? Now the USS Tower is ruined. UPMC is worse than Mellon. Here in Tucson I show friends my cities pictures and always get a negative reaction to the logos.
Go Steelers!
July 8th, 2008 at 12:27 am
The UPMC sign is much too large. It’s a visual distraction to an otherwise impressive skyline. The photographers did a great job and they were certainly mindful of the available light.
July 8th, 2008 at 9:41 am
Absolutely wonderful! Born and raised in the “Burgh but now living in Vero Beach Florida. Will return for retirement years; just can’t get the greatest city in the world out of our blood! Thanks for the terrific photos!
July 8th, 2008 at 11:00 am
Your pictures of our City of Pittsburgh brought tears of pride. What a wonderful tribute to the most friendly, beautiful city in the east.
July 8th, 2008 at 1:12 pm
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July 8th, 2008 at 1:39 pm
More wonderful pictures.
July 8th, 2008 at 7:36 pm
Your pictures are awsome as always. I,m currently in my 21st year of a 30 year work visa in Atlanta. The south can’t touch Pittsburgh. See you in nine years.
July 8th, 2008 at 8:28 pm
Oh how much I miss home Thanks for this summer breeze
July 8th, 2008 at 9:41 pm
I have lived in the burgh for 52 years of my life, it is a beautiful place, it does have culture, beauty, arts, the people are
very kind hearted. Moved to florida for 1 1/2 years hated it!! People were very rude and unkind so I moved to Texas
to be close to our son, people here are also kind, but, my heart will always be with the burgh, steelers, pens, pirates.
It is a breath taking city, even more so in the evening with the reflection of the lights in the water. Pens you played a hell
of a game this season you have NOTHING to be ashamed of, always next season “LETS GO PENS!!!!! “HERE WE GO STEELERS HERE WE GO” GIVE’M HELL BIG BEN!! Thanks for the wonderful pictures can’t wait to go home for a visit!! I don’t
miss driving in the snow though sorry burgh!!
July 8th, 2008 at 10:27 pm
i grew up in pittsburgh. Born there in 1957. i rode my bike many days through the cemetary you took the city photos on my way to springview’s ball field on romanoff street. i grew up at 911 haslage ave where you can get a great view of the city. i take the pretty view of the city lights for granted since i could see them every night before i went to bed. we still gather on my mom’s back patio on light up night and take our hike up to the springhill cemetary for our photos of light up night
July 9th, 2008 at 12:18 pm
Thanks for sharing the burgh with those of us who aren’t in the area. Left McKeesport in 1957 but still root for the Bucs, Pens and Steelers !
July 9th, 2008 at 12:59 pm
We will probably move back to the Burg. Have been gone 28 yrs but still miss all the action there.
July 9th, 2008 at 2:38 pm
Away from Pittsburgh and Murrysville for 53 yrs,still follow Steeleand Bucs,also Penns Thanks r F bissell
July 9th, 2008 at 4:04 pm
These shots are stunning, and they rev my engines for a permanent return to the ‘Burg. After 46 years away (37 of which have been in exile in Philly) and a few more till retirement, I have to start planning where to live as there are so many beautiful choices that you show so well in these scenes. Thanks so much.
July 9th, 2008 at 4:17 pm
These photos present Pittsburgh as a beautiful and unique city. When you return to Pittsburgh from being out-of-town, the view coming out of the Ft. Pitt Tunnels is spectacular. There is no place There is no place quite like it. I just wish more people would choose it as their home.
July 9th, 2008 at 5:51 pm
These photos show how truly beautiful Pittburgh is. Although I have not lived in Pittsburgh in 11 years, it will always be home to me. I recently was back in town for a long weekend with friends who had never been to Pittsburgh. I was so proud to show off my city to my friends. There was not nearly enough time for me to show them everything that make it so special. It was also great to be among Pittburghers, some of the warmest, caring, and fun loving people anywhere in the world. I am planning another trip back as soon as possible! You can take the girl out of Pittsburgh, but you can’t take Pittsburgh out of the girl!
July 9th, 2008 at 10:29 pm
My daughter’s wonderful Mother-In-Law sent this site to me. Kris is so right, Pittsburghers are unique in their acceptance of strangers, warm, and generous. I’ve been away for over 50 years; but have never considered anywhere but Pittsburgh my home. My heart will always be in Pittsburgh.
July 9th, 2008 at 11:18 pm
Been gone from the Burgh along time now. I am retired military and have watched the Steelers all over the world. We are in Georgia but our family flys the black and gold. We get back to the Burg about once a year. So, see yunz later.
July 9th, 2008 at 11:27 pm
I havn’t been back in years – cannot believe how the city has changed – just beautiful but then these pictures were taken in the summer!!! I do remember the winters…
July 10th, 2008 at 7:28 am
Pittsburgh chick, born and bred…a Steeler fan ’til iI’m dead!!! Love the pictures. I’m always looking for beautiful pictures of the city. These fit the bill. I moved from Pittsburgh when I was 19 years old. I love the visiting the city but would not want to live there again.
July 10th, 2008 at 8:18 am
Born and bred in the Burgh when Clemente and Maz were the the draws at Forbes Field, the Steelers played at Pitt Stadium and the walk up the hill for a 10 year old was like climbing Everest, waking up from sleep outs on my porch covered with mill dust. Been away 25 years and would move back in a heart beat. Alas, kids call Long Island home even though they root only for the Steelers Pirates and Pens.
July 10th, 2008 at 10:22 am
Pittsburg is absolutely beautiful!
July 10th, 2008 at 1:50 pm
Absolutely magnificent photography!! Wow… the photos simply put you there!! I grew up just north of Pittsburgh, but moved away sixteen years ago. These photos certainly make me miss this amazing city! Always a faithful STEELERS & PENS fan!
July 10th, 2008 at 9:07 pm
Matt, you have a real eye for a great photo! What a wonderful gift God has given you. This is the first time I ever heard of you. How can I see more of your work?
July 11th, 2008 at 9:35 am
As an 88 year old resident of the steel valley I take pride in the fact that our city has bounced back into a wonderful experience.
July 11th, 2008 at 12:49 pm
I live in Switzerland, with a view of the Alps. Almost as good as that view from Mt Washington.
Never been a sports fan, but the people and the place are special.
July 11th, 2008 at 6:11 pm
I was so happy to receive these pictures! We moved to Louisville, KY 2 years ago and really miss the burgh! Louisville is nice but there is something special about the people in the BURGH!!!! You know we have the Sports Ticket and of course a great bar called “R” Place. Nothing but BURGHERS! Miss yens!
July 11th, 2008 at 11:39 pm
I was born in the Wilkinsburg Hospital, Oct. 1934, but have only vague memories of Pittsburgh — my family moved to OK when I was almost 2, then TX. My son’s mother-in-law emailed me these pictures so I could finally see their beautiful city – one we moved away from so long ago! Awesome! Thank you for these incredible photos!
July 12th, 2008 at 7:51 am
Your photos are absolutely beautiful Matt! Loved going back in time. Sure do miss Pittsburgh. I came to Detroit to teach in the 60’s. I need to go back to see the changes in Pittsburgh for myself! It’s breathtaking! Sure wish you could photograph Detroit and make it look like that!
July 12th, 2008 at 10:12 am
Born and raised there…although I live in California now, my home is PA. STEELER die hard fan and Pirate
Thanks a bunch!
and Pen….love love love the city….no wonder the rest of the family won’t leave there. Love the pictures.
You did a wonderful job and can’t wait to pass them to my friends here
July 12th, 2008 at 7:31 pm
Absolutely beautiful photos!!! I have lived here in Pgh. all my life. There is no place I’d rather live than in ‘the burgh.’ Thanks for sharing your terrific photos; I will be sure to pass them along to all those who I know will appreciate them.
July 13th, 2008 at 6:40 am
Northwest Ohio cannot even hold a candle ti the burgh! I was born in Magee in 1957, and lived in Sq. Hill for 8 years. I visit Pittsburgh often, and I would move back there in a minute!
July 13th, 2008 at 7:08 am
BEING AMATURE PHOTOGRAPHER I CAN APPRECIATE THE SKILL OF THE PHOTOGRAPHER WHO TOOK THESE. I HAVE LIVED IN THE PITTSBURGH AREA ALL MY LIFE AND THESE ARE SOME OF THE BEST PICTURES I HAVE SEEN.
July 13th, 2008 at 10:50 am
I’ve lived in Pittsburgh all my life. I think the UPMC sign absolutely trashes the U.S. Steel Tower. They ought to be made take it down.
As for loving this city, I’d rather live somewhere else. The pictures are beautiful, but the economy isn’t.
July 13th, 2008 at 1:17 pm
I was born in the area in 1953 and moved to beautiful, Phoenix, Arizona in 1976 but my heart will always be in the Burgh!These photos are absolutely beautiful and give me chills and wonderful memories of a young gal growing up and going shopping with my Mom in the City. I don’t think we fully appreciate our surroundings until we’ve gone and look back on their beauty. I will always be a die hard Steeler fan and anything else that has to do with the Burgh! It’s the best area to be from without a doubt!
July 13th, 2008 at 4:04 pm
Although I live in a suburb of Pittsburgh — whenever I am asked where I live — I always say “Pittsburgh.” It is absolutely beautiful and so proud of it. These pictures are absolutely the best !!!!!!! A wonderful photographer. Thank you for sharing them.
July 13th, 2008 at 4:31 pm
Even down here in Sunny Naples, Florida, those of us from MONESSEN still thinh about and miss the Burg….What would also be nice would be a pictorial of Kennywood Park
July 13th, 2008 at 8:58 pm
I agree with everyone else about the UPMC sign. For some reason, U.S. Steel never felt the need to deface the architect’s artwork that way.
July 13th, 2008 at 9:09 pm
they were some really close up pictures. I really liked seeing AGH cause my son was born there nov 16,07 Hope to see more great pictures. thanks for sharing
July 13th, 2008 at 9:35 pm
It all looks so fabulous. I lived in McKees Rocks and haven’t been home in 5 years. I’m coming back in Sept. for a visit and can’t wait to see some of these sites. Good pictures.
July 13th, 2008 at 11:29 pm
I haven’t been back to Pittsburgh since 1996, when my Dad died. But I still think of myself as a “Pittsburgher’. My husband and I plan to take a trip back east next year, for our anniversary, (from Portland Oregon) to visit the burgh, see family, revisit my childhood at Kennywood, and observe the changes in Squirrel Hill, my old neighborhood. How about some pictures of Squirrel Hill? Last time I saw it, it was degenerating. Is it still on the decline or being refurbished to it’s former glorious self?
July 14th, 2008 at 10:26 am
Fabulous photos! I don’t live in Pittsburgh but maybe I should!!!!!
July 14th, 2008 at 11:18 am
Your photos were awesome. God BLess your talent in photography and thank you for sharing your photos of the burg.
July 14th, 2008 at 1:01 pm
HAVE LIVED AWAY FOR 24 YEARS AND STILL GET CHILLS WHEN I SEE PICTURES LIKE THESE.THEY ARE A TREASURE OF MEMORIES FOR A 79 YEAR OLD MAN
July 14th, 2008 at 2:21 pm
I am so proud that I was born and raised in Pittsburgh. Although I don’t live there now, the burgh will always be my one true “home”. These pictures make me so homesick. Thanks so much for showing the world how much character and personality our beautiful city has !!
July 14th, 2008 at 7:32 pm
i like the pic of the bird on the light post saying ” how yinz doin “
July 14th, 2008 at 7:53 pm
Your photos are beautiful!
I love sending your photos to all my relatives and friends who no longer live in our beautiful city.
I agree with everyone about the UPMC sign.
July 14th, 2008 at 8:28 pm
Reminds me of home.
July 15th, 2008 at 8:43 am
I can remember car trips to Pittsburgh 40 years ago with family visiting Aunts and Uncles- beautiful! I truely miss the gorgeous terrain and wonderful folks there! Great Job on bringing back old memories! The detail on some of the older buildings and the lines of the new buildings are just amazing!
July 15th, 2008 at 8:59 am
I miss my hometown every day — photos like this bring a tear to my eye — what an amazing city!
July 15th, 2008 at 9:05 am
NC is nice, but Pittsburgh will ALWAYS be home. The photography is awesome. Kudos to the photographer.
July 15th, 2008 at 9:39 am
The pictures are all great.
July 15th, 2008 at 11:10 am
HELLO PITTSBURGH! I AM A FORMER RESIDENT OF N. VERSAILLES, AND USED TO WORK AT COLONIAL SUPPLY CO. THE
SKYLINE SURE HAS CHANGED OVER THE YEARS AND MANY NEW THINGS ERECTED. PITTSBURGH IS STILL HOME TO ME, AND DURING THE HOCKEY FINALS (EVEN THOUGH I LIVE IN MI.) I ROOTED FOR THE PENGUINS! THEY DESERVED STANLEY!!
AFTER VIEWING THESE PICTURES, I AM HOMESICK! THANK YOU FOR PUTTING THESE ONLINE SO MY BROTHER COULD SEND THEM TO ME. MY MOTHER AND BROTHER STILL LIVE IN N. VERSAILLES. WAY TO GO, PITTSBURGH!!!!
July 15th, 2008 at 11:12 am
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July 15th, 2008 at 11:28 am
Awesome pictures, Matt……..I had the priviledge of living and working in Pittsburgh 10 years ago. I get so homesick for it and enjoying these pictures just melts my heart. Thank you so much for taking the time to create this and sharing with us. While the economy in the East may not be great as a previous lady stated, believe me, it’s not good in the Midwest either…..so just enjoy and love what you have in Pittsburgh, it’s the best city with the most caring folks that I have ever seen. That UMPC sign is God Awful! Shame on them.
July 15th, 2008 at 2:22 pm
Moved from Pgh. to Wisconsin in 1967 but my heart will always be in Pittsburgh!
July 15th, 2008 at 3:15 pm
THESE PHOTOS JUST REINFORCE THE UNIQENESS OF PGH.THE BEST KEPT SECRET IN THE WORLD.THANKS FOR THE OUTSTANDING PICS.WE LIVE IN NORTH CAROLINA NOW BUT WE’RE BURGHERS AT HEART.WE’LL BE MOVING BACK SOME DAY.WE LOVE OUR BUCCOS & STEELERS & PITT.THANK YOU!
July 15th, 2008 at 3:52 pm
Left the burgh in 1982.Was laid off ended up in Denver.I always said you can take a person out of Pittsburgh but you cannot take Pittsburgh out of the person. Great photos. It could bring a tear to a glass eye.
July 15th, 2008 at 7:09 pm
Love the pics of the burgh! I now live back in my hometown in Ohio, but miss my adopted city, Pittsburgh. The pictures made me cry. Especially liked the pic of the houses in the Westend.
July 16th, 2008 at 12:44 am
One can take us out of Pittsburgh, but NO ONE can take Pittsburgh out of us.
I moved out of Pittsburgh in 1969 and it became beautiful. I love my return visits to the “Burgh!
So many of us moved from Pittsburgh. Is there anyone left? I live in San Diego, CA, but it’s not the “Brugh!
GO PENS, STEELERS AND PIRATES!!!
July 16th, 2008 at 2:59 am
I love your pictures so much. I currently live in Denver and there is no place like home. I love Pittsburgh endlessly! Thanks for the loving shots!
July 16th, 2008 at 6:03 am
Matt, you captured a lot of beautiful angles of our city. Some that I’ve never seen before. There are some that I see every day coming in to town to work. Your site reminded me to look around our town again and remember ‘the good shots’. I am going to send this link to my son in the Navy, so he can remember the good shots too. Thanks for the terrific photos & comments.
July 16th, 2008 at 8:21 am
These are beautiful! My husband and I drove in from NYC in May for Carnegie-Mellon graduation ceremonies. We got to town around 8PM the Friday before. My first real view of the city after the Squirrel Hill Tunnel literally took my breath away. The sunny was shinning, the sky crystal clear blue. the sun reflecting off the buildings mad the city glisten and simmer. It was beautiful. Where was the smelly, sooty skyline I first saw 30 some odd years ago? I remember thinking then “My sister left NY for this!” We drove back into town in June for the Kenny Chesney contcert. I said to my husband we really should do the tourist things again, it’s been 30 years. I can’t wait for my next trip to town. Point Park, the Phipps and the incline top my list of things to redo.
July 16th, 2008 at 9:08 am
Matt,
Your pictures are awesome!! I have lived in Pittsburgh most of my 48 years and you have really captured the transformation our city has gone through. They were forwarded to me by someone on else, though. I would consider it such an honor to be included on your email list for future pics!!! Thanks!
July 16th, 2008 at 10:15 am
Matt,
A thousand thank you’s. I moved away 7 years ago to SW Florida, but I do come back twice a year. When I’m in between my visits I look at your pictures and realize how proud I am to say ” I’m from Pittsburgh!” Thanks Matt for bringing my home to me when I miss it.
July 16th, 2008 at 10:24 am
Matt – These are awesome & I WANT MORE!!!! Born/raised in New Kensington, graduated Penn State – moved to Akron/Cleveland OH where I LOVED football season!!!! Browns fans certainly didn’t!!!! Now live in NC & will always be a Burgh girl…Kennywood, Gateway Clipper, Zoo, Phipps, Museums, Heinz pickle pin, Christmas Train set-up @ Buhl Planatarium, Horne’s, Gimball’s, Kauffman’s animated windows at Christmas, & of course STEELERS (Steel Curtain, Myron Cope), PIRATES (Bob Prince, Clemente, Maz), & MY FAVORITE PENGUINS! I agree…DOWN WITH THE UPMC sign!!
Thanks for the memories!
July 16th, 2008 at 1:34 pm
Great photos. You make a former Pittsburgher homesick. One quibble. I think the photo labelled homes in the West End is actually in Elliot.
Thanks.
July 16th, 2008 at 2:08 pm
Lucky me! I never left and these pics are part of the reason. I luv Pgh.
July 16th, 2008 at 2:38 pm
Makes me homesick!!!!
July 16th, 2008 at 3:45 pm
I left the Burgh when I was 21–sooty, dirty, no future. Now, at nearly 73, I sorely miss the Ol’ Girl. What fabulous photos of a Fabulous Town.
July 16th, 2008 at 4:41 pm
These pictures are amazing! It reminds me of why I love this city so much!
July 16th, 2008 at 8:14 pm
Great pics indeed. Grew up about 25 miles north of the burg, back when everything was covered in soot. Now coming into town from I79, seeing both stadiums and how clean everything now is truly awesome. And it sure was great to be able to watch the Pens throughout the playoffs. Hopefully next year our boys will be holding the cup!!! I would move back in a heartbeat if the salaries were better than they are.
July 16th, 2008 at 8:39 pm
Loving the photos of the ‘burgh..lived as a kid about 30 miles from there (Steubenville, Ohio), have lived in the Florida Keys, Cleveland, Ann Arbor, Mi, Chicago, Denver, and now Scottsdale AZ since then…seriously thinking about moving to the ‘burgh…I miss W. PA/E. Oh deeply.
July 17th, 2008 at 8:04 am
Truly, truly wonderful pictures – your photography is simply stunning. Pittsburgh is absolutely a breathtakingly picturesque place. I would love to see what Washington D.C. looks like through your lenses….
July 17th, 2008 at 8:36 am
re: new UPMC sign. You have a city to be proud of and to improve upon. Get over it Pittsburgh. Look how many Western Pennsylvanians are spending their paycheck from UPMC in the local economy. Wake up to the 21st Century. Your children are more likely to have rose pollen in their lungs than soot from steel mills. If you want to complain about something; focus on the roads and tunnels. End the political rice paddy look, work for consolidation. If you must whine about something choose the lake effect.
July 17th, 2008 at 9:50 am
Super photos. Now if only some of those suburbanites (who call themselves Pittsburghers) and those who have moved even further out would move back into Pittsburgh, there might be hope for a turnaround.
July 17th, 2008 at 11:11 am
Wonderful shots of the burgh that make me want to return for a visit. While Oakland is not part of downtown, some pictures of the Cathedral, even from a distance, would have topped it off for me.
July 17th, 2008 at 11:17 am
Love the pixs!! I would like info on how to purchase some of these.
July 17th, 2008 at 12:16 pm
We who live in Pittsburgh sometimes forget what a pretty city this is. Thanks for the reminder.
July 17th, 2008 at 3:42 pm
I really liked the photos. It is a great job and show how spectacular is Pitt. Long ago Pitt was nice but now
seems fantastic. Congratulations to those who live in Pittsburgh.
July 17th, 2008 at 5:07 pm
live in florida now,and have traveled all over the country. But the “BURG’ is still one of the most beautiful cities in the country.. I would also like to purchase some of these,if anyone knows how
July 17th, 2008 at 5:36 pm
pittsburgh never looked better I live near las vegas these IDIOTS think that they have the most exciting city they dont know what a great city is, with great people. go pirates , lets go STEELERS, and long live WDVE,rock on.
July 17th, 2008 at 6:11 pm
I moved in 1968 after living all my life till that time. One never gets Pgh. out of the blood. I still visit every year and love it. We have a family reunion coming in August and I can’t wait. Love staying at the Rennassance Hotel, the old Fulton Bldg. Loved the pictures.
Audrey
July 17th, 2008 at 8:57 pm
I lived in the area off and on for many years. It wasn’t my hometown but I sure loved those years in Pittsburgh. Still a Steeler, Pirates & Penguins fan. Guess once the burgh gets in your blood, it sticks.
July 17th, 2008 at 9:23 pm
i feel in love with a girl in pittsburgh, i miss her and the town so much!,,what wonderfull pictures. i need to come back soon.
July 18th, 2008 at 7:48 am
WOW – I was just in PGH, and it was amazing. When I lived there I don’t think I ever took time to REALLY enjoy it – seemed I was always too busy. I now live in North Carolina, and while it is beautiful, there is nothing like the ‘burg!
I still love the Steelers and always will.
July 18th, 2008 at 8:14 am
Having been born and raised in Pittsburgh, and having been away all these many years, it gives ones heart a rise and a little faster beat when you see how really beautiful the city has become. All Pittsburghers have reason to be proud. We’ve come a long way. I don’t care how far I ever am from the ‘Burgh’, it’s always home.
Ed
July 18th, 2008 at 9:15 pm
Brings back a lot of memories of working on many of these bridges and buildings from 1952 through 1989. Thank you for the great shots of Pittsburgh skyline.
July 19th, 2008 at 10:17 am
WONDERFUL PICTURES!!! MY HAT OFF TO WHO TOOK THEM!! THEY ARE AWESOME!!! BEAUTIFUL!!! I AM FROM WEIRTON WVA. NEXT TO PITTSBURGH. GREAT CITY!!!
July 19th, 2008 at 1:38 pm
I have visited Pitt several times……………….in the last several years…………..WOW……………wbb. Hannahbee
July 20th, 2008 at 10:36 am
What a beautiful city in which we live. Our skyline, however, looks more like a billboard. The beautiful pictures and our enchanting skyline are both spoiled by the names sprawled across the tops of the buildings, especially the monstrous UPMC “advertisement.” Isn’t there anything that we can just leave alone?
July 20th, 2008 at 2:33 pm
Great city. . . . great pictures to prove it. Thanks for sharing them with all of us.
July 20th, 2008 at 2:47 pm
We moved from the ‘Burgh’ in 1992 and we’ve missed being there ever since.
These pictures remind us why!!
July 20th, 2008 at 5:38 pm
Two great places to live-the great city of Pittsburgh and Newmansville
July 20th, 2008 at 8:51 pm
My sister sent me this link as I have moved away from Pittsburgh 30+ years ago. I always knew it was and is a beautiful city and your pictures capture it. Wonderful job.
July 21st, 2008 at 6:22 am
How do we get rid of that ugly UPMC advertisement on top of the US Steel building? It ruins the view!
July 21st, 2008 at 7:08 am
Originally from Pittsburgh, I’ve been out of the state now for 20+ years. What a wonderful reminder of what my hometown is all about.
July 21st, 2008 at 9:04 am
To bad there is not some way of showing how high the taxes are! From the property we live in to the beer we drink, Taxes are driving poeple away from this neat old city! Remember yoy can’t tax your way into prosperity!
July 21st, 2008 at 11:05 am
Wow! Gorgeous pictures. I live in Florida and I love it here but Pittsburgh is always in my heart!
July 21st, 2008 at 1:29 pm
Thank you so much for sending me these pictures.
July 21st, 2008 at 1:43 pm
I live in Arizona, and have been away a long time, but my heart will always be in those Pittsburgh hills.
These wonderful photographs make me homesick and proud to be a Pittsburgh gal born and bred, and still rooting for the Steelers and the Pirates.
July 21st, 2008 at 3:55 pm
Just returned from a wonderful visit back “home”, even though we left it in 1961 to move to sunny southern California. As always, it was a bittersweet visit, not enough time, and over much too soon. Pittsburgh and all of the people who were smart enough to remain there are one in a million. Dorothy was right when she said “there is no place like home Auntie Em”. I have done a lot of traveling in my lifetime, and you just don’t find places and people like the native Pittsburghers.
July 21st, 2008 at 6:01 pm
We’ve been living in Michigan since 1973 but always enjoy visiting our HomeTown, “the ‘burgh”. These photos are top notch, very enjoyable. We always tell our friends about Pittsburgh with pride. Julie & I were raised in Oakland and Polish Hill (met at Schenley High). We will always be Pittsburghers !!!!!!
July 21st, 2008 at 8:58 pm
Northern California has the best weather but Pittsburgh is where the heart is. Bea
July 22nd, 2008 at 8:03 am
These photos make my heart miss the ‘Burgh! I live in MD but when asked where I am from, I still say Pittsburgh. Would love to see some photos of Pitt and Soldiers and Sailors Hall.
July 22nd, 2008 at 8:41 am
Wow. Had no idea how homesick I truly am. What beautiful photos. Thanks for sharing and for allowing me a brief return to my hometown (if only in thought).
July 22nd, 2008 at 8:49 am
Spectacular! My dear friend moved back home to Pittsburgh & I miss her terribly. Thanks so much for a quick tour of her home town.
July 22nd, 2008 at 10:38 am
I live in Southern California, and if you think “yunz” is funny, you should hear our governor. These pictures of Pittsburgh always make me homesick since I came from Charleroi
Thanks to the person who took the time to take them.
July 22nd, 2008 at 11:54 am
In 1927when I was 5 years old we moved to North Side from a very small country town. The city looked large to me and
exciting. We would walk to the park and I would sit on a statue of a deer–I wonder if it is still there. The circus would come to the area where the stadium now calls home. So many activities that we could walk to and enjoy. We moved to Beechview, Brookline and Dormont. I worked at the Mellon Bank in the Gulf Building. I have watched Pittsburgh grow from a smoky city, and I do mean smoky, into one of beauty. The cause of the smoke was the livelihood of the people so we put up with it. Today it is beautiful and a city to be proud of. I have been away for 20 years, but still consider myself a Pittsburger and proud of it.
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:31 pm
Fanatastic job! A picture is worth…………………
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:32 pm
Worked for National Alloy , Gulf Research and Westinghouse before moving to California in 1957. So just to let you know and I have been around, that there is no city in the world like Pittsburgh and vicinity. It is the most unique place ever,and I truly believe it will always be that way.. Even the suburbs are amazing.
July 22nd, 2008 at 2:24 pm
Hopin to be there in September
July 22nd, 2008 at 2:39 pm
The photos are fabulous, but could not help but wonder if this was a “dig” at Carnegie Melon. Last time I was there I was amazed to stand in downtown and without moving I could see 4 big buildings with Mellon’s name on it. Wonder where Pittsburgh would be without the Mellons. That spot would be a photo spot too.
July 22nd, 2008 at 3:06 pm
I go back to Forbes Field, Hi DIDDLE ROGEL up the middle 3 yards and a cloud of dust. Bill Mazeroski’s home run, who married a school mate of mine, and prior to the Pens, the hockey at the Gardens in Oakland, and Central Catholic High School which produced a lot of big names, Like Dan Marino. The Burgh is now and always will be home, and there is no other place in the World Like It. I love being born and raised there, and have been gone for 25 years now. The Dreams, the hopes, the Produce Yards, Lawrenceville, Bloomfield, Polish Hill and the Steel Mills made me what I am today. What a place.
Bob
July 22nd, 2008 at 3:17 pm
I have been gone from Pittsburgh or over 7 years now, these shots around town are beautiful. Even though we have moved our hearts will always be in Pittsburgh. We are lucky to be able to come back for visit since we still have daughter and family still there. We also have many friends still living there.
July 22nd, 2008 at 3:20 pm
I have been out of my beautiful Pittsburgh 30 yrs. stuck in Atlanta, want to move back so bad that I cry every time I see pictures of the glorious town I grew up in and stupidly left, I am sure others feel the same. I love the best city in the world and visit often, hopefully one day to move back!
July 22nd, 2008 at 4:44 pm
THANK YOU FOR THESE AWESOME PICTURES!!! TO ME, THERE IS NOTHING MORE BEAUTIFUL THAN COMING THRU THE LIBERTY TUNNELS AT NIGHT AND HAVING THE CITY GREET YOU…..MISS YOU, PITTSBURGH!!!
July 22nd, 2008 at 5:00 pm
Spectacular photos of our beautiful city..
July 22nd, 2008 at 6:46 pm
Complain about UPMC to Mr. Kolano, Kolano Design he thinks it’s beautiful
July 23rd, 2008 at 5:20 am
Matt,beautiful work.These are some of the best photos of the best city in the world.Thanks for sharing.tom.
July 23rd, 2008 at 6:12 am
If I didn’t live here I would want to from the pictures.
Please do photography on the old steel mills. I would love to see what you do with that.
July 23rd, 2008 at 7:35 am
Fantastic job once again Matt you have the gift of a keen eye and really know how to tell a story with a picture.
Unfortunately no the Pirates will not make it to.500 (but we love’em regardless) and thanks to the photo of the firemen
on Eng 37, we all got a good scolding from the chief for not wearing seatbelts (LOL), keep those photos coming and I will keep coming back!
Thank You
July 23rd, 2008 at 7:43 am
Thank you so much for the pictures. I had to move for work 5 1/2 years ago and I have miss home ever sense. I come back as often as I can to have the “city life” I no longer have.
THANK YOU AGAIN
July 23rd, 2008 at 11:05 am
Thank’s for the beautiful pictures. I’m sure it took a long time for you to get all of this together.
I love looking at everything. I have a couple of friends that send some great pictures of different
things and will have to forward them to you.
Thank you for thinking of me.
July 23rd, 2008 at 2:02 pm
Even thought I’ve lived in the burg all my life it’s still great to see the past in the future long live the burgh!!!!!!!!!!!We need no magizine to tell us we are no.1.Your pictures are great they show people places they never been to.
July 23rd, 2008 at 2:19 pm
I always cried when I flew home over the triangle especially at night. It was the most beautiful sight to me knowing I was home. I live in Texas now, too old and too ill to fly anymore. Thank you for beautiful memories brought back. How Pittsburgh has grown to be a more beautiful city. Remember walking 5th Ave. many times….Loved to shop…
July 23rd, 2008 at 9:54 pm
Your pix are amazing. If Pittsburgh would have looked like this in 1957 when I proudly graduated from Mercy Hospital School of Nursing I probably would have never left for Southern California. We always have a great time when we come back for a visit. gotta love it!!! thanks for your work.
July 24th, 2008 at 6:08 am
When I found out life was not always fair, I did not know it included leaving Pittsburgh. Your photos help to heal some
of the separation anxiety half my life ago, but the only real cure for the devastation is to return wearing my Pens
jersey and be asked “Jee chet?” by friends who still remembered to send me this website. The skyline has changed,
but not the spirit and I still miss Chilly Billy Cardille and Schenley Park most of all.
July 24th, 2008 at 6:39 am
Thank you for these fabulous memories Matt. I moved from Washington Pa 14 years ago and there isn’t a day that goes by that I don’t miss my home town and Pittsburgh. There’s no other city like it. Everyone seems to agree that the kindness of Pittsburgers is unfounded. True Statement. The memories you give us is wonderful… thanks!
July 24th, 2008 at 6:56 am
i LOVE THE PIC’S, CAN’T WAIT TO SHARE WITH MY BROTHER IN CALI! BORN AND RAISED IN DA BURG, THERE’S NO PLACE LIKE HOME!!
As a sidenote, to all those with negative comments about the UPMC sign…consider how many people can thank UPMC for providing jobs in this area. I am curious how many folks complain as they’re rushed to Presby or Children’s Hospital??? We should all be grateful for UPMC here in our backyard!
July 24th, 2008 at 10:45 am
I grew up north of Pittsburgh but went to the city often. My father-in-law grew up on the Southside and we visited my husband’s grandparents often. Now I live in Fuquay Varina NC. We have been down here for 11 years. Every year for my birthday I get the Sunday ticket so I don’t miss a Steeler game. I have my sister and all of our friends from the area every Sunday and it has become a tradition. We love NC but our hearts will always be tied to Pittsburgh.
July 24th, 2008 at 1:19 pm
These pictures make me very homesick. I have been gone for almost 50 years and I when I come back “home” I still love to go to the city and look around. I lived in Mars growing up and went to school in Pittsburgh. Great job with the photos and I do enjoy seeing them. My family sends them to me everytime a new series comes out. Thanks for helping those of us who have left “home” stay in touch. Great job
July 24th, 2008 at 1:24 pm
The photos made me very homesick. I have lived in rural Virginia for 27 years. I’ll always be “from Pittsburgh” and proud of it.
July 24th, 2008 at 2:39 pm
The military sent me two semesters to the Carnegie Institute of Technology in 1944. The place sure has changed a ittle bit. Are the trolleys still running on Forbes?
July 24th, 2008 at 4:30 pm
thank you very much for the photos. living in Phoenix but love the Burgh!
Any chance you could make the watermarks smaller? they really cover much of the beauty.
July 24th, 2008 at 6:57 pm
Great photography; brings back memories of the burgh. I knew she was clean but you really showcased a beautiful skyline form all angles. Keep sending them.
July 24th, 2008 at 7:58 pm
We loved living there in the late 60’s, ( when it didn’t have such a “clean” reputation ) and, we’re sure we would love living there today. It’s a phenomenal city and these pictures are quite exquisite!!
July 24th, 2008 at 8:44 pm
Matt: I like to say that I have “been everywhere, but never found a place I’d rather live than Pittsburgh,” and you have showed many of the reasons I feel this way. The only thing that matches the beauty of our city that you so ably capture are our people, the wonderfully diverse, absolutely civilized men and women who live in this special place. Thanks for the great work.
July 25th, 2008 at 1:44 am
Seems there are a lot of Pittsburgher transplants in NC including me but we are never ex-Pittsburghers! My husband is from OK and was not a “Stillers” fan until he married me…he and our grown sons are true die-hard Steeler fans. Our local weather man is from Pittsburgh and always includes Pittsburgh’s temps when he gives the local weather report. In fact…Pittsburgh is on the top of his weather map! So you see…we may be gone but our spirits and hearts our in the city we love. Matt…although I come “home” a couple of times a year…these beautiul photos make me homesick…Ciao…and thank you.
July 25th, 2008 at 9:11 am
Great photos. I moved south to the Sunshine State 2 years ago and the only thing I miss about Pittsgurgh is the Strip District and Islay’s Chipped Ham.
What I don’t miss are those cold sunless days, hot summers (hotter than here), Iron City beer and the corupt politics in the city, county and state.
“Pittsburgh is the only city where you can jump out of your basement window to commit suicide”
July 25th, 2008 at 11:38 am
I live in Virginia…grew up in western PA…Pittsburgh will always be home for me…
July 25th, 2008 at 11:57 am
great pictures. What a differance from the 20’s and 30’s.
July 25th, 2008 at 8:10 pm
What else is there to say other than, the picture of “Homes in the Elliot” is freakin’ genius! You always find great, new ways to look at things in this city.
July 26th, 2008 at 12:29 am
what talent you have for capturing the essence of the burgh
the b&w fish-eye at pnc is beautiful
happy 250
July 26th, 2008 at 7:57 am
These photos just lift your heart. Thanks! As for the UPMC logo that stains the USS building…THAT is not a sign of progress. It is a sign of greed and arrogance.
July 26th, 2008 at 9:22 am
Great perspectives and photos. I was out on my bike recently, stopped on the Hot Metal bridge to take in the sunset and skyline. Beautiful—but yes, that UPMC sign just makes me cringe, not subtle at all. Again great shots, keep up the great work! Nice pigeon on the light. Things we take for granted each day, you make them look fab!
July 26th, 2008 at 10:42 am
these are breathtaking photos Matt! You really have a talent there. ive lived in the suburbs of Pgh almost my whole life. First in bridgeville, then in carnegie. When i got married 10 years ago, we moved away… hated those 2 years we were gone. I am proud to say i am back in da burgh and could not be happier about it!!! Steelers fan til i die!!! Pens and Pirates fan too. Cant wait for more photos from you.
July 26th, 2008 at 4:24 pm
You truly are a very accomplished photographer. Your photos are so clear and crisp. I have lived in Northwest Georgia near Atlanta for 30 years, and still miss my home place in the Pittsburgh area (I have only been able to return 3 times). Atlanta does not compare at all to the awesome beauty you captured with your camera. Keep up the great work.
Thank You for Sharing.
July 26th, 2008 at 7:22 pm
It’s always nice to see my hometown! My compliments to the photographer, ” You do very nice work!!!
July 26th, 2008 at 7:38 pm
It’s always nice to see my hometown! My compliments to the photographer, ” You do very nice work” !!!
July 26th, 2008 at 8:48 pm
Thanks Matt, for making me smile yet again, with your beautiful photographs of the city so many of us who are transplanted elsewhere, know and love. Though I left to explore the west 25 years ago, and have been raising a family in south central PA, we visit a few times a year, and my heart always beats faster as we come down the parkway to the city. Pittsburgh is the whole package – great neighborhoods, friendly people, and adventures to be had all over the city. Not to mention those amazing Pens and Steelers. So many great memories – from Forbes Field, to Kennywood, to the inclines, to meeting friends under the clock at Kaufmanns. Keep up the good work!
July 26th, 2008 at 11:01 pm
These are such great photos.
I grew up in Homewood and then Wilkinsburg.
Moved to Texas in the 60’s and love Texas.
I will always miss Pittsburgh and the rivers!!
July 26th, 2008 at 11:50 pm
I was born in Pittsburgh in 1948 … left for NYC in 1968 or 1969. Pittsburgh is awesome! I got “homesick.” Especially when I saw Allegheny General Hospital … WHERE I WAS BORN! Thanks for sharing these beautiful pics. Brought back good memories.
July 27th, 2008 at 6:33 am
What wonderful Pics. Lived in or near Pgh all but 7 years of our life. Having a large family never took time or had time to do those nice things. Even though they were free to go around and see things we just did not do it.
That is just like New Yorkers. They lived there all their life and never saw some of the things that people travel far & wide to see. thank You. Who did take those Pics?? Now that we are (OLD) we have time ,but it seems we are (TOO BUSY) Doesn’t that just sound like retired people?? Aunt RENE
July 27th, 2008 at 6:53 am
Wonderful pictures!! My boyfriend and I make the trip from Erie to Pittsburgh several times a year because it is such a great place to get away for a few days. You have captured the very essence of Pittsburgh in your photographs.
July 27th, 2008 at 7:22 am
Incredible! I can’t wait to move back to Pittsburgh one day! Hopefully, it will be sooner, rather than later.
July 27th, 2008 at 2:50 pm
So much has changed since I moved away in 1992. The photos help me really remember how much I will always love my hometown.
July 27th, 2008 at 5:59 pm
i have lived in pittsburgh all of my life these photos make me realize what an amazing city we live in today our entire family went to see the Chocolate and Flowers exhibit at Phipps had lunch there and then walked down through the beautiful carousel on the grounds of the universityof pittsburgh there is so much to see and do in pittsburgh we would not live anywhere else
July 27th, 2008 at 8:12 pm
My family lived in Pittsburgh for three years during the mid-1980’s. As a Chicago boy, I realized what a great city Pittsburgh is. Really enjoyed our time there and would love to go back.
July 28th, 2008 at 5:59 am
Thanks again for making me homesick. I’ve only been gone for 3 years, but I still miss my beautiful city!!! That’s ok, I get to visit Pgh. in November.
Honestly these are gorgeous shots, but I don’t see any Zambelli Fireworks or thunder/lightening shots (2006). Maybe next year? You are a truly talented photography!
July 28th, 2008 at 8:53 am
great photografry visit now and then, still dont want to live there. moved to fla. thirty six yrs ago. love it here. still a steller fan. give me a reason to live there. people are not that friendly. they never were. thats one reason why i moved.
July 28th, 2008 at 10:41 am
born west.penn hospt. left 1961 to join navy ‘ sea bees’ after 6 1/2 yrs. ending in viet nam stayed in r.i. 33 yrs. now reside in small town of stetson me. went back to pgh. last year attending freemason function was amazed at changes since last visit. looking at these pic’s brought childhood memories to mind,thank you.
July 28th, 2008 at 10:43 am
What breathtaking photography! Love this city. Love to see photos of it as well.
July 28th, 2008 at 2:54 pm
That is my home sweet home! Have not lived there in many years…but is my favorite place to visit! Thanks for the beautiful photos!!!
July 28th, 2008 at 3:18 pm
I will also be a Pittsburgher in my heart!! I miss my home and visit as often as possible. I live in San Diego area now but still miss the places and people in Pittsburgh so much!! Thanks for the beautiful Photos! They are wonderful, thanks again!
July 28th, 2008 at 4:25 pm
Great pictures. Been in Ft. Lauderdale for 18 yrs now, but still come “home” at least once a year. Will try and come up for the Steelers game in nov or dec. Nothing beats a Pittsburgher.
July 28th, 2008 at 5:21 pm
Makes me homesick for my birthplace. Absolutely spectacular!
July 28th, 2008 at 8:31 pm
Aweseome photos. I lived here all my life and the city didn’t look so great to me until I saw the photos. You captured the cities real beauty and history that makes Pittsburgh one of a kind.
July 29th, 2008 at 8:35 am
NOW PEOPLE KNOW WHY WE WENT TO PITTSBURGH FOR OUR VACATION. THE PEOPLE THE CITY AND THE GREAT FOOD.
July 29th, 2008 at 10:32 am
I’m so happy that I live here! When you come back to visit, don’t forget, we have a great zoo.also the Carnegie Museum. Thanks for the pictures, they are wonderful.
July 29th, 2008 at 11:55 am
Pittsburgh es una Ciudad hermosa… muy pronto voy a ir a conocer… no solo la Ciudad, tambien voy
a conocer a un hombre muy especial.. Charles Orr
Dios siga Bendiciendo este lugar maravilloso..
July 29th, 2008 at 2:46 pm
fantastic pictures !!!! really did an amazing job capturing nearly everything about the city… some strip district pics would be SWEET… miss my pgh… thank you for posting these !
July 29th, 2008 at 3:00 pm
My husband a 25 1/2 yr retiree from U.S. Steel and I a retiree from Mellon Bank 24 1/2 years have lived in Florida 22 years but, Plittsburgh is still our home. I loved it when the lights had to be on at noon during WWII and it still WOWS me now. Thanks for the great reminders.
July 29th, 2008 at 6:25 pm
I left Pittsbugh in ‘63 to join the Marine Corps. I live near Boston, but always miss Pittsburgh. The photo display is magnificent for an Indian from North Hills.
July 29th, 2008 at 8:29 pm
I left Pittsburgh in 1989 and return once in a while to visit friends. I have been around the World and have visited many cities. Pittsburgh is the “Best” dity in the World. They still have the Best Sports Program!! I wish I still lived there.
July 29th, 2008 at 9:13 pm
Wow Bull, this so wonderful thanks for the beautiful pic they are so beautiful.. I would love to go there someday to see all this wonderful city …..
July 30th, 2008 at 9:10 am
Great job to take many picture of Pittsburgh. I love Pittsburgh all the way in my life! Thanks for nice pictures!!
July 30th, 2008 at 11:32 am
Wonderful pictures
July 30th, 2008 at 12:07 pm
LOVED the pictures. I moved away 6 years ago and thankfully have been able to return every year for a visit. I too need to get use to the UPMC on “Big Steel” My dad worked in that building since it’s opening to his retirement in 1987.
July 30th, 2008 at 12:45 pm
Fantastic photography – kudos to you! Pittsburgh is a fabulous place – we all just need to take the time to find that out…. As for the UPMC logo – it is the ultimate graffiti – and to reply to one responder commenting that UPMC provides many jobs, services, etc.: yes, that is true, but so did US Steel at one time but never found it necessary to bombard us with a huge U S STEEL logo on top of its building. Everyone knows this is all about power and “in your face” arrogance – and for a non-profit organization to boot! (It just had to be higher on the skyline than HIGHMARK!) Too bad the city tolerates it…………
July 30th, 2008 at 2:44 pm
Tell me why I’m not living in Pittsburgh again? I need to move!!!!!! Doesn’t get any better than this .
July 30th, 2008 at 4:20 pm
Awesome! Am sending to my friend who I had the pleasure, and indeed honour, of showing him, his wife and their 18-month old around while he was competing in the 2008 Transplant Games. I came over from London, where I live, and our last night up the Duquesne Incline, dinner overlooking downtown at sunset, and back down for a walk around the Point will always last in my memories. Thanks for focusing your talent on such a worthy, tireless subject.
July 30th, 2008 at 10:19 pm
What a “Stunning Photographs”. I would love to visit Pittsburgh one of these days… Thanks for the lovely pictures.
July 31st, 2008 at 6:40 am
I am from Clairton and I love the “Burgh”, with its skyscapers and old cobblestone roads. Their is no fans like Steeler Nation fans. Go Bears
July 31st, 2008 at 7:37 am
No matter how far I go , No matter were I rome, I aways return home just to get a little Pittsburgh Flavor. Thank ’s for the picture it was a good walk down good old memoies.
July 31st, 2008 at 9:02 am
two things – Yes, the UPMC sign has to go. Looks horrible and no one likes medical plans enough to want to know which one leases the top three floors of a building.
But – that “old ditch” that used to lead to Point St Park was an historical feature. Most likely a victim of increasing public safety efforts, I imagine it was removed because it created a “no-see” zone where one could be accosted. It is unfortunate as that was part of the foundation trench of the historic Fort that stood there. As a registered national historic site, I am surprised that this was approved, as it significantly reduces the presence of intact historic attributes.
July 31st, 2008 at 9:50 am
Thanks for a beautiful and heartwarming tour of our hometown. We still miss everything and everyone.
July 31st, 2008 at 11:26 am
thank you for making me realize how beautiful my city really is. i do agree with the others about the upmc sign. of course
i feel that all the buildings should have to take their names off the top of the buildings.
July 31st, 2008 at 11:46 am
Grew up when Pgh. was “Soot City”, but NO WAY can you describe Pittsburgh today! I love and am so proud to say I come from the Pittsburgh area..just a bit south, but loved the city in the days when I would go to the City to shop, and go to art school.
I always speak proudly of Pittsburgh.
What a great treat to see all the beautiful photos, and I felt I was on a wonderful tour. I am sharing these photos with many of my email buddies!. Thanks for a great treat…
July 31st, 2008 at 12:55 pm
Grew up in Homestead.We are Steeler and Penquin fans here in Myrtle Beach!
July 31st, 2008 at 3:01 pm
I have never been to Pittsburgh; read about the city in history books, though. Looks like I have really missed seeing a really beautiful place; maybe someday I’ll visit. I’m a U. S. Steel worker from a different town. Just wondering, I didn’t see any pictures of ‘Cake Eaters’ .
July 31st, 2008 at 4:08 pm
Your photos are beautiful!! I was born/raised in New Kensington and moved when it was the sootiest. My sister still lives there and she sent me these photos. I have such fond memories of Kennywood; Buhl Planetarium; and the Pirates (Bob Prince, Clemente, Maz) and going to The City. Everytime I visit I want to make a trip to Mt. Washington and marvel at its The Burgh’s many contrasts. It is now a beautiful city and one I love to share with everyone.
July 31st, 2008 at 5:37 pm
My friend Lois Cercone formerly from “the Burgh” sent this site to me. I neve imagined that Pittsburgh was so absolutely beautiful. I’m sure, like every city, there are some not so great areas but I thought your city looked great!!! What architecture! I also didn’t realize it was such a big city(even tough I’m orginally from NYC) go figure LOL. Anyway, I’m so glad she shared these photos with me. I have a new appreciate of the steel city. Your right. Why do they need to keep renaming buildings, stadiums, etc. Oh yeah. It’s all about the money. “SHOW ME THE MONEY.
August 1st, 2008 at 11:49 am
I live in OHIO. Home of the Buckeyes but I originally was born in raised in the burgh. These pictures bring back so many memories of going to school downtown and spending time with friends. We would go to baseball games or hockey or up to Mt. Washington or down to the point. Even my batchlorette party was at Station Square then ending the night with my greatest friends watching the night lights on Mt. Washington. Nice memories.
August 1st, 2008 at 12:05 pm
These pictures are beautiful. Born in Monessen but worked in Pittsburgh for a few years. Now living in the Lehigh Valley in Southeast PA for over 40 years I really appreciate the pics. Brings back memories.
August 1st, 2008 at 2:15 pm
Love the photos! I grew up in the burgh and have been gone for 20 years. it is even more beautiful than when I was there. And, for heaven’s sake what is with UPMC?
August 1st, 2008 at 5:01 pm
It’s been years since I’ve been there, but Pittsburgh still looks great to me–just not sure I could ever get used to coming across the Liberty Bridge from the tunnels and not seeing the Stadium!! Love Florida, but no one except a former Pittssburgher can ever realize how beautiful “our” city really is!! Just missed a picture of the incline–otherwise you sure got it all!! Thanks!!
August 1st, 2008 at 5:16 pm
The pictures are awesome, why wouldn’t anyone want to live in this beautiful city? Exept UPMC destroyed the skyline. They have enough money to put up a sign but not to give there emplyees a RAISE, it is all about advertising for them. They destryed the Pittsburgh skyline. I love the Pictures!!!!!
August 1st, 2008 at 8:34 pm
I was just in Pittsburgh and saw it’s beauty in a way I’d never seen before. These pictures show that beauty. Thanks
August 2nd, 2008 at 4:58 am
Great pictures and presentation. I miss “home”.
August 2nd, 2008 at 10:20 pm
Fantastic pictures! I always knew Pittsburgh was a beautiful city and it makes me miss my hometown. No other place can touch it.
August 3rd, 2008 at 8:18 am
What an amazing work of art!
To see the world through the eyes of this fantastic photographer!
Thank you for sharing!
August 3rd, 2008 at 5:39 pm
Left Pittsburgh in 1964 for the service, its great to see the city looking so good.
August 3rd, 2008 at 6:59 pm
I live at Geneva-on-the-Lake, Ohio now, but I grew up in Irwin, and lived for a while in various places in and around Pittsburgh. My best friend, who lives in Maryland, forwarded me this link. I majored in photography before I became a published write, and the photos thrilled me. Great shots! They make me proud to say I grew up near Pittsburgh. – writeroffthelake at http://www.writeroffthelake.com
August 4th, 2008 at 8:00 am
Gorgeous shots. My favorite is Pittsburgh-henge, the shot of Gateway Center just before sunset. My family, all from Irwin, are all around the country now and this link will be well circulated! Thanks!
August 4th, 2008 at 10:53 am
Grew up in Kittanning, live in York PA now. Get back to the city maybe once a year. People get sick of us Western PA guys that are out here, but like we always say, its a Burgh thing, you wouldn’t understand! Pittsburgh is the greatest city in the world.
August 4th, 2008 at 3:54 pm
I love every picture, one more than the other. Great photography, captured all the fabulous things of the city. I see the bldg. I worked in, my sons Mellon, my daughter-in-laws Fiserv, I’m so proud to say I’m a resident of Penna. Thanks
August 4th, 2008 at 10:11 pm
Great photos. Grew up in Pittsburgh and have been back to visit several times in recent years. I disagree with the complaints about the UPMC sign. I think that the UPMC sign identifies the city with Pitt and is a lot classier than the tacky illuminated sign on the side of Mt Washington.
August 5th, 2008 at 7:31 am
Awesome pictures!!! Lived here all my life and plan on staying!!!
August 6th, 2008 at 5:55 am
I moved from Pittsburgh 25 years ago but get back home numerous times during the year. These are awesome pictures that make me want to keep coming back home!
GO PITT, STEELERS, PENS and PIRATES!!
August 6th, 2008 at 6:32 am
Grew up in Somerset, but Pittsburgh was “my city.” Lived in the Mile High City these past years, but moving back for retirement in 2010. These pictures have impressed my cosmopolitan husband who thinks Rome takes the cake. He’s psyched on the Burgh now!
August 6th, 2008 at 6:41 am
What a wonderful, nostalgic, “trip” these photos offered an “ol faithful Pittsburgher”. Most of this is new to me – I was born (1933) and raised in Turtle Creek. I remember the old days of “steel mill smoke and steam locomotive smoke, etc.” It was a great area then, and it is even greater now. Thanks for the memories.
August 6th, 2008 at 5:58 pm
These pictures make me want to come back to visit my family. I miss you all very much and hope you are all doing well. Go Steelers!
August 8th, 2008 at 2:15 pm
I’m bon and raised a Pittsburgher, I never get tired of seeing this beautiful city. UPMC is just another part of Pittsburgh, and enables alot of us to pay our mortgagesby the way.
August 8th, 2008 at 3:44 pm
If we could be there tomorrow again back in college, we would move in a heart beat. Beautiful pics…ahhh the ‘burgh
August 8th, 2008 at 7:38 pm
Born and raised 20 or so miles north of the burgh, in Mars Pa. Now live in Ohio (Boo Cleveland) But come home to visit often!! LOVED all the pics!!! WHAT AN AWESOME PLACE. You know what they say… Pittsburgh chick born and bred….a STEELERS fan till I’m dead! Go pens…AND DVE ROCKS……………..
August 9th, 2008 at 11:24 am
Matt, excellent photography, very talented staff. Two comments, First,I just wish people could view the photo’s for what they are and leave the politics out of it (UPMC). Second, How did you bend the bridge, the back ground seems in tact?
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August 9th, 2008 at 9:23 pm
As always the pictures of the city etc are awesome. I always look forward to the great views of our beatiful
city.. Keep them coming !!! A Pittsburgher for 54 years !!!!
August 10th, 2008 at 12:22 pm
Thanks so much for the spectacular pictures, Matt! Like so many others, they make me homesick. People envy me for living in Northern California, but I envy them for still being in Pittsburgh. I get back as often as I can, but it’s never enough. The place just keeps getting more beautiful, and the people have always been the best anywhere. After more than 25 years out here, I still answer “Pittsburgh” when people ask me where I’m from. You can take the girl out of Pittsburgh, but you can’t take Pittsburgh out of the girl…
August 10th, 2008 at 5:47 pm
I KICK MY SELF EVERY DAY THAT I AM NOT IN PITTSBURGH ,I ALSO LIVED I GUAM USA .ANOTHER WELL KEEP SECRET.
August 11th, 2008 at 8:06 am
Thank You! Just beautiful photos of my home town! I live in TN now & do like it but I love to go home to visit my children & grandchildren as often as possible. I Bless the dear friends who sent these wonderful pictures on to me! I will send them on for my children to enjoy.
August 11th, 2008 at 9:49 am
Born in Pgh, raised in the Burb’s, Allegheny and Butler Co’s. Left the cold winters in 77 for the heat of Florida. Loved Pgh. and the crazy street layout to three rivers. Remember the Pitate world Series and celebrating down town after the walk from the North Side. Many more good memories, but too many to list.
The pictures help recall adventures and the past that has been forgotten far too long. The Super Super photos,are wonderful reminders. Thanks for enjoyable trip down memory land.
Still a Steeler fan and always will be, even living in Tampa “Buc” land. Lost my Terrable Towel in the move, sorry Mr. “C”.
August 11th, 2008 at 3:51 pm
A Seattle resident now (with a lot of love for my roots in Pittsburgh) I’m observing a lot has changed since my gradeschool days at Holy Trinity in McKeesport. The already great view across the river from my home in Green Valley has exploded into greatness. I can still hear the tugboats droning up river on a quiet summer day. Looks like you’ve painted ALL(?) the bridges? WAY TO GO Pittsburgh!! “Beat ‘em Bucs!!!”
August 11th, 2008 at 5:00 pm
I have lived in the ‘burgh 89 years. Couldn’t wait to see the city, so I popped out at home and then mom and I were rushed to Magee Hospital. I graduated from Schenley High and the Univ. of Pgh. I taught school in the “burgh
and loved every minute of it. Everywhere I travel, I brag about our town. Your pictures prove that I have not
exaggerated. Thank you!
August 11th, 2008 at 5:25 pm
We left the ‘burgh in 1979 and come home to visit relatives about once a year. What excellent photgraphs! Lots of fond memories. And how clean it is! The residents must be very proud of their city.
August 12th, 2008 at 6:01 am
the pictures are beautiful. I have lived here all my life but you brought everything to life.
August 12th, 2008 at 5:56 pm
I left Pittsburgh 39 years ago and I’ve lived in 3 states since but Pgh. is still where “I’m from”.
August 12th, 2008 at 6:50 pm
I lived here all my life and all i got to say is there’s only one pittsburgh and how great it is good job with the pic’s keep them coming thanks—–J.C
August 12th, 2008 at 7:09 pm
Graduated from Duquesne U 33 years ago…what changes…always loved the city then and now…
August 12th, 2008 at 10:05 pm
My 2nd favorite city besides “the City”… Love coming to Pgh
August 14th, 2008 at 8:14 am
You have captured on film what Pittsburgh is all about. The shots show the Burgh at it’s best. The bridge shots are just awesome. I don’t like the UPMC logo.
August 14th, 2008 at 9:31 am
Moved to Chicago from the ‘burgh two years ago….these beautiful pictures remind me how homesick I really am. Hmmm……I wonder if my company would consider transferring me BACK home…….hmmmmm……
August 14th, 2008 at 3:55 pm
Great photos – a fun excursion. Thanks. My mother’s side hails from Elk Co., PA, and I had a lot of contact with Pittsburgh throughout the years. It’s nice to see the progress – I recall the 1930s through the early 1980s, so have a good sense of what’s been accomplished. Now live on the Southern Oregon Coast. Thanks again.
August 14th, 2008 at 5:11 pm
My nephew wanted to take me to see Pittsburgh at the time of his grandmother’s funeral, my husband thought it was the wrong time and said we would go another time, that was in August 1979 and I still have never seen Pittsburgh until today and my nephew sent me these wonderful photographs, I finally got to see Pittsburgh and what a beautiful sight, thank you so very, very much. They are most exquisite. Clora
August 14th, 2008 at 6:51 pm
I just visited your city for the first time. The UPMC threw me off, because I was there to visit US Steel and was looking for a US Steel sign!!! Anyway, I didn’t take a camera when I went, and just couldn’t convey with words how beautiful of a city Pittsburgh is to my family, so thanks for helping me to show them!!
I was completely blown away at the beauty, mountains, trees, everything about the city, and I am a committed country girl! I cannot wait to go back!!!
August 14th, 2008 at 10:44 pm
born in ‘47 in canonsburg lived in peters twp. til ‘66 & what do i miss???? PITTSBURGH MUSIC Porky Chedwick, danny’s hoagies down in Bethel park!!!!!! great photos!!!! god i miss pittsburgh!!! wish i was younger i’ be comin home to be with “yunz” !!!!!!
August 15th, 2008 at 12:55 am
Born in 43 so I do remember well the gray thick smoke clouds hanging over our city and what a glorious change. Like so many others, I to have lived in many places since moving from the Burg but for me it will always be HOME. Your photos are breath taking and now I’m missing home even more.
August 15th, 2008 at 6:15 am
I live in Northern Ireland and have been to Pittsburgh twice now. It is an absolutely beautiful city with beautiful people. These pictures are fabulous. Will definitely be back to do more sightseeing than on my previous visits.
August 15th, 2008 at 7:29 am
Breath taking photo’s as usual! It would be nice to see some photo’s of the newly remodeled Hill District. Great Job! Keep up the great work.
August 15th, 2008 at 4:47 pm
Beautiful photos! What a change from what the city was in the 50’s.
August 16th, 2008 at 1:49 pm
Gorgeous pictures and great city.
August 16th, 2008 at 5:29 pm
Pittsburgh – Special place with special people. Raised in Plum Boro, now reside in Southern Cal (for the last 28 years). I always enjoy visiting Pittsburgh to be with family and friends. Thanks for all of those wonderful photos.
August 17th, 2008 at 1:56 pm
You brought tears to my eyes. I had a hard time seeing the pictures because of the tears. I married and moved west 32 years ago, but I still have a big soft spot for Pittsburgh. Your pictures are beautiful. I love the west, but home is Pittsburgh. Home Sweet Home. Thank you Matt.
August 18th, 2008 at 6:52 am
One of the most amazing e-mails i have had forwarded to me.
Brilliant photography thanks to my man from the usa, once again amazing.
John in England
August 19th, 2008 at 4:58 pm
As a Pittsburgher transplanted to Cleveland, all I can say is “Wow!” Awesome photos that made me more than a little homesick. And the pictures of the Penguins fans outside Mellon Arena made my heart ache — just a little. We WILL get them next year! Thanks!
August 19th, 2008 at 5:59 pm
Matt; would like info on cameras/lens equiptment used..Thanks
August 19th, 2008 at 7:53 pm
WOW!! What beautiful pics of Pittsburgh. I moved to flordia 3 years ago. Really miss my roots. Black and Gold will always be in my blood!!! Go Steelers !!!
August 19th, 2008 at 8:41 pm
We are temp away from our beloved city due to the military. These pictures help us remember why we miss home sooo much! Beautiful Job!!!! We found Steeler fans in Augusta, GA..Whooo Hooooo!!
August 21st, 2008 at 8:19 am
I have lived here my whole life and always enjoyed Pittsburgh. I am happy someone appreciates it enough to show it and the photography is just stunning. Thanks Matt great job..
August 21st, 2008 at 10:09 am
I`m from germany and I see this beautiful City first time in my live on your great photographs. All people there lived in Pittsburgh can be proud on her very nice Town.
August 21st, 2008 at 11:42 am
I would love to see a series done of the gorgeous old buildings in Pittsburgh. Your work is great
August 22nd, 2008 at 8:32 pm
I was born and raised in the Pittsburgh area. Have always loved the beauty of Pgh. When exiting the Fort Pitt Tunnels, you don’t expect to see the beautiful site that greets you. You have captured the beauty of the city far better than anyone ever has. Your pictures are breathtaking. Thank you for having such a great talent and sharing it with us. I was thrilled to see you are from Washington, PA. I raised my kids there (McGuffey to be exact). Howdy neighbor!!
August 23rd, 2008 at 12:58 pm
WOW !! A friend just forwarded your link to me. Awesome, awesome pictures. I’m currently living near Houston, TX and missing the Pittsburgh area SO MUCH. Just a few more months till I can escape Texas and head back East. Thanks for the wonderful pictures. Love them !!
August 23rd, 2008 at 3:03 pm
I moved away in 69 and have only been back twice since. Your pictures make me proud of my HOMETOWN great people and great times in a wonderful city I will always call home. I remeber many a day sliding down “Hayshed Hill” in the winter time. Pictures are great and thank you for your wonderful talent in showing off a great city
August 24th, 2008 at 10:34 am
Your photography is spectacular!!! Sadly, how horrible that HUGE AWEFUL UPMC sign looks to the human eye, it looks even more horrific when photographed! It is such a shame that this advertising was permitted to RUIN the view of the city skyline! It is a sign of the times: arrogance, greed, and money seems to rule in Pittsburgh. (Is this the message that we want to send to the rest of the world?)
August 24th, 2008 at 3:32 pm
That Was So Cool!
August 24th, 2008 at 3:40 pm
Those pics were so cool! I loved them!
August 24th, 2008 at 10:10 pm
Already head over heels for a Pittsburgh woman. You guys weren’t watching this one closely enough. But with every trip there, the city’s attraction grows stronger. A truly wonderful place. Your photos help explain it to those who haven’t seen firsthand. Thanks.
Don
August 27th, 2008 at 9:01 am
As an artist and native Pittsburgher, I have always appreciated Pittsburgh’s beauty. Last year I moved to the San Francisco area (another very beautiful place!) but I will never lose my love of the ‘burgh! Thanks for the pictures!
August 27th, 2008 at 2:48 pm
Thanks for the awesome photos! I grew up in Pittsburgh but move to California awhile ago. I always enjoy the pictures my friends send me. Keep’em coming.
August 29th, 2008 at 9:32 am
I was born here but haven’t lived here most of my life. I still visit family and love to see photos of where I come from. Go Steelers!
August 29th, 2008 at 6:28 pm
Great Photos of a Great City.. We had two children born on the North Side in 60’s. My wife and I were married in Greensburg,pa in 63 and lived in the metroplex until 1973. Great Memories and the Photos flood my Soul with all the great times in one if not the Best City in the USA. Retired and now living in Texas. thanks for the Super Photo’s. Go Steelers, Pirates and Pens.
Dick and Wanda Cook
Justin, Texas
August 30th, 2008 at 10:58 am
I love to come out of the tubes and view Pittsburgh…. it takes your breath away. The lights reflecting on the river like pillars of shiny glass and the feeling of our beautiful home bright, warm and welcoming gives me the security in familiarity. I live right about 6 miles out side of the city and on a clear night I can see the tallest building in PGH.The City is our hometown no matter where we move.
August 31st, 2008 at 12:37 pm
Beautiful….except for that huge, ugly UPMC sign on the steel building….but that’s not your fault =)
August 31st, 2008 at 8:08 pm
I miss The Burgh…I now live in Dallas Tx…I hope to go home summer of 09 to see friends and family. Thanks to my friend Mike for sending these pics and making me home sick! GO STEELERS!!!!!!!
September 1st, 2008 at 8:23 am
We often do not appreciate what we have until it is gone or not near us anymore.
I will always love Pittsburgh and will continue to BRAGG about being born in the area.
Incredible pictures.
September 1st, 2008 at 7:50 pm
I fell in love with The Burgh when I first visited Pittsburgh this past July, and have missed it ever since I left. I was only there for four days…but as soon as I arrived I immediately felt at home. Pittsburgh is truly a magnificent city that has it all with its skyscrapers, rivers, bridges, inclines, hilltop overlooks, charming neighbourhoods and residential, ethnic pride. I could definitely see myself living in Pittsburgh a few years from now as it is an American gem. And…GO STEELERS!!!
All the way from Charlotte, NC…
September 2nd, 2008 at 12:10 pm
I live in a small town(Portage,Pa.) which is about 2hours away from the”Burgh”. I have STEELER season tickets and I never pass on a trip to see the Steelers,Pirates and the Pens. I keep telling people about how beautiful Pittsburgh is and now I can send them Pictures to prove it. Once you`ve been there, younz will never forget it!!!! Love that BLACK+GOLD!!
September 2nd, 2008 at 3:30 pm
great veiw this matt robinson must be a pro
September 2nd, 2008 at 9:10 pm
These pix are awesome! I moved from Pgh to Chicago last year, and even though I love the Chi, I just can’t stay away from Pgh–I visit every month! These pictures made me even more excited to visit next time. They truly capture the charm of Pgh–and the reason so many of us who have lived there can’t get the city out of our hearts.
September 5th, 2008 at 5:53 am
We just moved to FL in April and I know I am going to miss the ‘burgh come Fall. I worked for commercial photographers in Pittsburgh for over 35 years and certainly do appreciate the beauty of your photographs and the skill that went into creating them! You found a lot of different and interesting angles – great “labor of love”!
September 5th, 2008 at 9:00 am
We’re originally from Pittsburgh but recently have moved from Chicago to Denver but we STILL miss Da’burg 12 years later. These photographs are beautiful! Thanks for posting them so we “relocated Pittsburghers” can dream of the day we get to move home. Other great cities in the USA are lovely but none can hold a candle to Pittsburgh and your photos show this all too well!
September 7th, 2008 at 10:46 am
Awsome
September 7th, 2008 at 10:48 am
Here we go Black and gold
September 9th, 2008 at 9:53 pm
AWESOME CAN NOT BE PROUDER OF THE CITY. SIMPLY STUNNING. YOU REALLY HAVE A WONDERFUL EYE TO CAPTURE THE BUILDINGS, BRIDGES, SUN LIGHT AND SO FORTH BRINGING OUT THE BEST OF THE CITY. BEEN IN FLORIDA THE LAST 20 YEARS MISS THE BURG BUT FLY UP OFTEN TO EXPERIENCE THIS WONDERFUL CITY. SURE DO MISS 3 RIVERS STADIUM ALOT OF WONDERFUL MEMORIES GO PENS GO PIRATES BETTER YET GO COWBOYS
September 11th, 2008 at 10:44 am
Love the pic. I live in NY now. Pittsburgh will always be home. Thank you for giving us a piece of home
September 11th, 2008 at 10:17 pm
Been gone from the Burgh for WAY too long, but it will always be home. Thanks for the wonderful pictures.
P.S. – Go Steelers!
September 14th, 2008 at 5:48 pm
Loved the photo’s. Made me homesick. Born and raised in the burg. Lots of good memories.Been gone many years now, miss my family not the snow and cold weather.
September 15th, 2008 at 1:57 pm
I spent a wonderful year working in PGH. Not only is it beautiful, the people in Pgh were the kindest & most welcoming I have ever met. Your pics make me homesick.
September 17th, 2008 at 5:25 pm
You photo’s are breath taking, and YES it will take a while to get use to the UPMC sign after having the view from Allegheny General in there, We Still have the best view of the city atop of our tower from the North Side.
September 18th, 2008 at 7:09 pm
I was born and raised in Pittsburgh. I left there when I was 18 and haven’t been back since and I am now 45. Your pictures made me home sick. All I can say about their beauty is wow.
September 25th, 2008 at 9:06 pm
Down with the UPMC Sign IT’S UGLY.
You have captured some really awesome shots of the city
September 26th, 2008 at 4:26 pm
Beautiful pictures taken…fantastic job!!!
September 27th, 2008 at 6:28 pm
Absolutely wonderful pictures. I left the city 50 yrs. ago to go to school in Philly. I’m still here and still miss Pittsburgh. It’s a big city with a small town flavor. And with all the soot cleared away it’s a showcase. Thanks for the memories.
September 29th, 2008 at 2:56 pm
Please include me on your mailing list.
September 30th, 2008 at 3:01 pm
Beautiful pictures. I’m happy to say that after 20 years of being away I’m moving back next year. Selling a home in Naples, FL to go back to the “burg, People here can’t believe it, but Pittsburghers understand.
October 1st, 2008 at 12:12 pm
I’m from PGH & will never leave! I love the city, the seasons, and the Steelers! Small town with great flavor! I am a Pittsburgh die hard! Proud of it………
October 1st, 2008 at 3:11 pm
GO PITTSBURGH!!!!!!! WOAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH! I AM AN EX-PITTSBURGER UNFORTUNETLY…..I WAS FORCED TO MOVE TO FLORIDA………GO STEELERS, GO PITT PANTHERS, GO PIRATES, GO PENGUINS WORD!!!
October 6th, 2008 at 7:51 am
Wow, Pittsburgh has been home to me for the last 26 years and the city welcomed me with open arms. I never knew a city could be so beautiful every month of the year! Thanks for the awesome pictures. Please put me on your mailing list.
October 12th, 2008 at 7:39 am
What a wonderful city. My father grew up there with his mother and brother but thery all moved away. My grandmother lived in subrubs around the Burg for a very long tome so I’ve visited those areas a lot but they don’t even compare to Pittsburg itself. Every time we visit even if it’s just a drive through, the stories my father tells me about his childhood and all the amazing memories he has there, it makes me sad that he ever moved away even though that meant having me, his child. The city is just so full of life and culture. I love this city, i love it with all my heart. Till my next visit Pittsburg I say farwell.
October 17th, 2008 at 5:35 am
THA SAYING IS YOU CAN TAKE THE GIRL OUT OF PITTSBURG BUT YOU CAN’T TAKE PITTSBURGH OUT OF THE GIRL, AND HOW TRUE. ILOVE THE PHOTOS AND MAKES ME MISS MY HOME. KEEP UP THE PHOTOS, I MAY NOT LIVE THERE ANTMORE BUT I LOVE THE PICS.
October 17th, 2008 at 9:49 am
We have been gone for 3 years, but still miss the old burgh.
October 19th, 2008 at 3:51 pm
I love looking at these pictures. I was born and raise 80 miles north of Pittsburgh, married a Piitsburgh guy. Live in Chicagoland now, and we fly our Steeler Flag and have our terrible towels in plain site of all our Bear fan neighbors. These pictures capture the beauty of that city, like no other. I hope to return to Western Penna, and hopefully settle in Pittsburgh. kepp up the beautiful photography. Go Steelers, pens and yes, our Pirates!!!
October 20th, 2008 at 1:49 pm
Excellent pix of my old hometown! I left Pittsburgh when drafted into the army in 1944, and have never forgoten home!
These pix are outstanding reminders and an update on its progress! They were forwarded to me by a relative now
living in Florida.
October 21st, 2008 at 10:26 pm
It’s October. The year is almost gone. Time for one more set of pictures for 2008!!!
October 24th, 2008 at 2:39 pm
Matt,
Thank you for sharing. I was born on the North Side and was raised a true Pittsburgher. Although I now live in California, I will always cherish Pittsburgh and the people that live there. Your pictures show the true side of a beautiful city and make you realize that there is no place like home! Thanks again for making my day.
October 28th, 2008 at 3:22 pm
awesome photos
November 5th, 2008 at 1:24 pm
Matt, thanks presenting the true beauty of my hometown. My husband and I bought a pen and ink print of Pittsburgh skyline by a Nevin Robinson and wondered of the relationship. We love this print.
November 5th, 2008 at 6:37 pm
I’ve lived in Florida now for 24 years now, and when I see photo’s like these it makes me so homesick. They are so beautiful. Thank you for sharing these. I will pass them on to other Pittsburgher’s who live down here in Fort Lauderdale. Thank you!
November 11th, 2008 at 9:24 am
B orn and raised in the town celebrating it’s 251st. anniversary (Braddock), I never get tired of hearing about or seeing Pgh. sites. I married a Philadelphian 45 yrs. ago and now live here but never get tired of hearing about ‘yinz’ in the old Steeltown. Pgh. cleaned up is now cleaner than Philly. Great pictures of a wonderful ‘burg’.
November 15th, 2008 at 10:21 am
I’ve lived in Indonesia, Singapore Korea and Japan for the last 22 years, and haven’t been back to Pittsburgh. How nice to see the hospital where I was born and the whole downtown area where i lived and worked until I was 23. How I mis it!
November 17th, 2008 at 7:08 pm
Simply breathtaking photos of a truely beautiful city….
November 21st, 2008 at 11:57 am
this is really nice. our city has beautiful angles and at night the lights just energize the landscape.
also notice the people. ordinary people doing what they do..
November 24th, 2008 at 2:50 pm
Although I have lived in Houston since 1980, these pics made me so homesick and brought back so many wonderful childhood and young adulthood memories. I miss everything about the city like the great Italian food, wonderful friendly people, great transit system, sports teams and, who can ever forget Kennywood Park – there is no amusement park that can compare to it. The only thing about Pittsburgh I don’t miss is the cold weather and snow, so instead, I traded that for the unbearable heat and humidity of Houston. My heart will always belong to the Burgh and I enjoy my trips back home better than any other vacation I could take.
December 1st, 2008 at 8:11 am
Fantastic as usual! When I was in California for 1 1/2 years, a friend of mine sent these to me and I couldn’t wait to return. Thank you for helping me to not take for granted the beautiful place we all grew up. As I tell people when they think I’m crazy for moving back here from CA, it may not have the fanciest shops or restaurants, but it’s home! You only understand if you live here…….
thanks again!
December 10th, 2008 at 1:47 pm
Moved to D.C. from The BurgH in 85 Great Photo’s , bring back great memories , I make it back as often as possible, but not enough, hope to be there again soon. P.S. my Niece Tokya went into Shadyside Hospital last night 12-09-2008 Please keep her in all of you all’s prayers. ARIBBA ROBERTO ******
December 12th, 2008 at 8:19 pm
I left A small town outside of Pittsburgh, North Braddock, in 1964, and moved to a place where my people originated from. Danville, Virginia. I’ll have to say, Pittsburgh sure has changed, it really is beautiful. These are great pictures and it makes me proud. A big part of my family is still their, and I am sure they are very proud too. Go Steelers. Love to my family.
December 14th, 2008 at 8:48 am
Thank you for the wonderfull photo’s. I enjoyed them very much.
John Sacko
December 17th, 2008 at 8:31 pm
I live in Charlotte NC now. No one has a skyline as beautiful as Pittsburgh. Especially coming thru the Fort Pitt tunnel
at night. And I still love only the Steelers and wear my Black and Gold proudly. I really miss being at Heinz field on
Sunday afternoons and Monday Nite football.
December 23rd, 2008 at 1:41 am
A great city! I have been gone over 50 years.
December 24th, 2008 at 3:17 pm
BEAUTIFUL PICTURES I WAS BORN IN 1950 IN HOMESTEAD. PITTSBURGH IS IN YOUR BLOOD AND IN YOUR HEART ITS A WAY OF LIFE AND WHEN MY MOTHER LEFT US ON DECEMBER 2007 HER ONE REQUEST WAS TO FINALLY GO HOME AND THAT SHE DID. I KNOW IN MY HEART SHES AT PEACE, AND HEAVEN FOR HER WAS PITTSBURGH.
December 30th, 2008 at 10:35 am
Beautiful photos. We moved to Florida 4 years ago, but my heart is still in Pittsburgh. Thanks for the memories.
December 30th, 2008 at 3:47 pm
I don’t live in Pittsburgh but have gone there many times. Beautiful pictures
January 9th, 2009 at 2:00 pm
I grew up when Pittsburgh was a ’smoky’ city… I worked in Pittsburgh, for about a year, then move east … I’ve not been in Pittsburgh, in years…. these pix’s are wonderful, it makes me want to come back and visit … I’m sure I’d be lost, but what a pretty city to be lost in.!!
January 10th, 2009 at 11:10 am
you can take the girl out of pittsburgh but you can’t take pittsburgh out of the girl…i live in san diego but come back every year…and i love the steelers and penguins…
January 11th, 2009 at 9:49 am
Beautiful pictures, I am very proud to be from Pittsburgh. These pictures help me tell other people from other places why.
January 18th, 2009 at 6:59 pm
I’m a new Pittsburgher and I must say there is nothing quite as breathtaking as the city skyline coming out of the Ft. Pitt tunnel after being away on business for awhile. Can you get me a great shot of that scene?
February 15th, 2009 at 8:58 am
Great pictures. Left home in 1952. Visit every year, at least once more if possible. Still have family there. Each year when visiting I take one day and play tourist in my home town. Amazing how many interesting thing to be seen and visited. My friends, non Pittsburgers, cant understand how we feel about the Burg.
February 15th, 2009 at 9:24 am
Though I have lived in California for more than 60 years, Pittsburgh is still (and always will be) home. These pictures are gorgeous. I am sending them on to all those who still think of it as a dirty, sooty city. Pittsburgh people are all like family….the Steeler Nation rules!
February 16th, 2009 at 1:30 pm
Not a joke, this city is so beautiful i feel weak in my stomach.
February 18th, 2009 at 6:11 pm
I just happened to see these beautiful pictures! I miss the ‘Burgh and eventhough Seattle is nice, it just cannot replace beautiful, wonderful Pittsburgh and “them Steelers” especially!
Are there any Steeler fans in the NorthWest, I wonder?
Thanks for the memories! Your pictures are beautiful.
February 21st, 2009 at 12:08 am
I’m moving to Pittsburgh in the fall to go to grad school… if I wasn’t already convinced I’m making the right move, these pictures just truly reinforced that moving to the “Burgh” is the right move. Thanks for the pictures… they’re beautiful!
March 25th, 2009 at 5:35 pm
ATTENTION ALL PITTSBURGH TRANSPLANTS: If you are homesick and want to be close to home. Log on to http://www.kdkaradio.com between 6 and 9 am., and listen to the morning show streaming live on the internet. It contains national, international, and local news, but most importantly, they throw in all the stories that make Pitsburgh, Pittsburgh. It’s the next best thing to Matt’s work or going home to visit!!!
Peace…and GO PENS!!!! GO PITT!!! OK Pirates…your turn
May 16th, 2009 at 5:32 am
Good Stuff, I’ve been here for 35 years & been saying I moving out west for 15 of them, Photo’s like these bring back memories that will never leave, for the west coast yeah right !
June 27th, 2009 at 11:20 pm
Hello, i am a beginner photographer who as actually always been a fan of view beautiful scenic photos. I got started in photography about 9 months ago and i stumbled across your website while surfing information about the Pittsburgh Steeler. Have been a Steeler fan since the 70’s and had the pleasure of visiting the city of Pittsburgh in 2007. Your photos have inspired me in a big way. I am born and raised in Los Angeles, California and i must say that Pittsburgh is one of the most beautiful cities i have ever seen. On July 4th 2009 will be my first attempt of shooting fireworks with a city view. Thanks again for your inspiration and keep up the fantastic work.. Oh, and Go Steelers in 2009!!!!
July 1st, 2009 at 11:09 pm
Absolutely stunning! Every picture…..I’m speechless. I thought Darrel Sapp was the best Pittsburgh photographer but wow…just WOW!!
August 8th, 2009 at 5:04 pm
Wow… Looking at these photographs actually makes me proud to live in Pittsburgh. I’ve seen all of these things many, many times, but I never realized how beautiful and amazing they really are. I always told myself, “I can’t wait until I’m 18 so I can get the heck outta here.” Now, when that time comes, I think I’m gonna stick around in Pittsburgh for a bit longer. It is my home, after all…
August 29th, 2009 at 12:21 pm
I have to say, you took some awesome pictures. Just from looking at them, it makes me proud to be a resident of this City, Seriously, you captured what this City in a very romantic way, along with the excitement of the Sports teams and people. Thanks for taking your time and efforts here. This is not a one day adventure around the City to get this done.
November 4th, 2009 at 4:55 pm
I left Pittsburgh in 1954 to attend an out-of-state university. Since then I have lived in 8 states and in Germany, Vietnam, Japan, Italy and Kenya but I still call Pittsburgh home.
November 21st, 2009 at 12:38 pm
Born and raised there. Moved away 40 years ago and miss it very much. My wife and I visited 10 years ago. Taking the incline to have dinner at LeMont, driving through my old Bellevue neighborhood, the view when arriving through the tunnel! What a wonderful city. What fond memories. Thanks for the trip home.
February 23rd, 2010 at 2:07 pm
Beautiful. I lived in the Burgh for only 4 years, but a piece of me always stays there.
March 4th, 2010 at 7:03 pm
Wow!! Beautiful. The sky looks a lot different than it was while I was growing up in the ’40s. Just awesome!!
March 4th, 2010 at 7:15 pm
Lived nearaby in the 40’s and early 50’s-what a great change. Love the pics
March 8th, 2010 at 4:41 pm
My ancestors settled in Pittsburgh in the 1800’s. I’m sure they would be amazed at the change. Beautiful photographs of a beautiful city.