Here's the sixth installment from our road trip to Alabama, this time visiting a charming town of Fairhope, Alabama. Fairhope is a true gem with a lot to see and makes for a wonderful relaxing day. 

Oak Haven CottagesFairhope, Alabama

Oak Haven Cottages, Fairhope, Alabama

I also enjoyed the fact that despite the beginning of spring break, as this was a February 2023 trip, and the gorgeous weather the town was not crowded with tourists. That made walking around, visiting small shops, or taking pictures so much easier. I almost never do street or people photography, just the opposite. Here, I did not have to wait for people to leave my framed scenes.

A House on Nichols AvenueFairhope, Alabama.

A House on Nichols Avenue, Fairhope, Alabama

We easily found parking and started our walk through a very nice residential neighborhood, with houses and cottages for both residents as well as visitors.

Welcoming HouseFairhope, Alabama

Welcoming House, Fairhope, Alabama

Spanish HouseFairhope, Alabama.

Spanish House, Fairhope, Alabama

Eventually, we found our way to the downtown area and spent quite a bit of time wandering the streets, enjoying the architecture, and even visited a few of the small shops. And it's not accidental that I am sharing a photo of the Fairhope Soap Company. There are still a few bars of different scents left to enjoy but we are starting to run low now.

Downtown Fairhope ShopsFairhope, Alabama

Downtown Shops, Fairhope, Alabama

Fountain in a Downtown PassageFairhope, Alabama

Fountain in a Downtown Passage, Fairhope, Alabama

Fountain in a Passage, Black & WhiteFairhope, Alabama

Fountain in a Passage, Black & White, Fairhope, Alabama
Nikon FE, Ilford Delta 100, D-23

The shop windows definitely drew my attention and I had to hold myself back from going completely crazy. I am not sure if I was successful but I really enjoyed the arrangements behind the glass and played with the amount of reflections and glare I wanted in the photos  Opportunities were endless.

Goodies in a Shop WindowFairhope, Alabama

Goodies in a Shop Window, Fairhope, Alabama

Old Lady in a Shop WindowFairhope, Alabama

Old Lady in a Shop Window, Fairhope, Alabama

Masks in a Shop WindowFairhope, Alabama

Masks in a Shop Window, Fairhope, Alabama

The final section of our visit was at the waterfront by Mobile Bay and the Fairhope Municipal Pier. We stayed till dusk to enjoy the bay in different light. It also allowed me to capture a blue hour long exposure. I used to take those extensively some years ago but had not done it much recently. So this evening provided a great opportunity to remember how to do them right.

Through the ReedsMobile Bay, Fairhope, Alabama

Through the Reeds, Mobile Bay, Fairhope, Alabama
Nikon FE, Ilford Delta 100, D-23

The Pier Bar & GrillFairhope, Alabama

The Pier Bar & Grill, Fairhope, Alabama
Nikon FE, Ilford Delta 100, D-23

Fairhope Municipal Pier at DuskMobile Bay, Fairhope, Alabama

Fairhope Municipal Pier at Dusk, Mobile Bay, Fairhope, Alabama

If you find yourself within driving distance, I would definitely recommend a visit to Fairhope, Alabama whether you only have a few hours, a whole day, or even more. Cheers and until the seventh installment from Alabama!

Enjoy The Beauty That Surrounds You! #etbtsy

Alabama 2023 Series: Part I, Houses on Stilts, Part II, Ends of Day, Part III, A Hop to Pensacola, Florida, Part IV, Mardi Gras, Part V, Magnolia Springs, Alabama 2023, Part VI, Fairhope

Orange Bicycle, Pensacola, FloridaPensacola, Florida Oak Alley at Oak StreetMagnolia Springs, Alabama Tarragona StPensacola, Florida