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University of Washington

14 Juni 2025


It’s finals week for spring quarter at the University of Washington (UW), and graduation celebrations are just beginning. The weather is good, and with the UW campus full of open spaces and interesting buildings, it’s the right time for panoramas and for capturing every pixel from zenith to nadir.

Overview

Campus Landmarks

Academic Buildings

Bridges & Pathways


Panoramas

All panoramas photographed that day were taken without a tripod using a Nikon Z30 with a 7.5mm Fisheye Lens. In the library, this was necessary anyway, since photography is allowed but tripods are not permitted in the UW Libraries.


Red Square

This panorama captures Red Square, a central open space on the University of Washington campus known for its iconic views and architectural surroundings.

Interactive Panorama Red Square


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Suzzallo Library

Suzzallo Library stands as one of the University of Washington’s most iconic buildings, with its grand Gothic architecture lending a timeless presence to the campus landscape.


Suzzallo Library Reading Room

Interactive Panorama Suzzallo Library 1


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Interactive Panorama Suzzallo Library 2


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Interactive Panorama Suzzallo Library 3


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Suzzallo Library Treppenaufgang 1x3

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Circular Fisheye projection


Equirectangular projection


3 + up + down



View from Red Square

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Equirectangular projection


Rectilinear projection



Statue of George Washington

The Statue of George Washington stands at the west end of Red Square, a longstanding symbol of the university’s heritage and a familiar landmark for students and visitors alike.

Interactive Panorama Statue of George Washington


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The Suzzallo Library and the Statue of George Washington are partially visible in the background, adding a subtle sense of place and history to the scene.

Interactive Panorama Bridge to Henry Art Gallery


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The Quad

The Quad is a beloved green space on campus, especially known for its breathtaking cherry blossoms each spring and its peaceful, tree-lined walkways year-round.

Interactive Panorama The Quad 1


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It’s probably called The Quad because it was easier than explaining That Big Square Where Everyone Takes Cherry Blossom Pics. Besides, calling it The Quadrangle sounds like a spell Hermione would cast right before finals.



Interactive Panorama The Quad 2


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Airplane spotted cruising at tree level. Must be a scenic route.



Smith Hall and Miller Hall

Smith Hall and Miller Hall stand side by side along the edge of the Quad, their classic collegiate architecture framing the space with a sense of tradition and academic purpose.

Interactive Panorama Smith Hall and Miller Hall


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Denny Hall

Denny Hall, the oldest building on campus, stands with timeless elegance, its Romanesque architecture marking the historic beginnings of the University of Washington.

Interactive Panorama Denny Hall


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Rectilinear projection from the panorama



School of Art and School of Music

The School of Art and the School of Music sit near the edge of campus, where creativity and performance shape a vibrant cultural presence within the university’s academic landscape.

Interactive Panorama School of Art and School of Music


1/800s f/5,6 ISO 100/21° f=7,5mm



Avoiding Stitching Artifacts with Masking

In panoramic imaging, particularly in architectural or urban settings, a common source of stitching artifacts occurs when prominent structures such as building façades are captured in separate frames rather than as a whole within a single exposure. This segmented capture approach increases the risk of misalignment during the stitching process, often resulting in visible seam lines that disrupt the continuity and geometry of key architectural features.
In this panorama, the two building façades are each captured in separate frames but have been (green) masked to ensure that no seam line intersects the primary architectural elements, preserving structural integrity in the final composite.





School of Art

The School of Art combines creativity and academic depth, giving students a place to study classic forms like drawing, painting, and sculpture.

Interactive Panorama School of Art


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Communications Building

The Communications Building houses the university’s journalism and communication programs, offering students a dynamic space to explore media, storytelling, and public discourse.

Interactive Panorama Communications Building


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Drumheller Fountain

Drumheller Fountain sits at the center of Rainier Vista, offering a stunning reflection of Mount Rainier on clear days and serving as a scenic focal point surrounded by some of the campus’s most iconic buildings.


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Equirectangular projection


Stereographic projection


Interactive Panorama Drumheller Fountain 1


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Interactive Panorama Drumheller Fountain 2


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Rainier Vista

Rainier Vista is a grand, tree-lined axis that stretches from Red Square to Drumheller Fountain, offering a sightline to Mount Rainier on clear days and serving as one of the campus’s most iconic visual corridors.

Interactive Panorama Rainier Vista


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Rainier Vista Northeast Bridge

The Rainier Vista Northeast Bridge spans a key pedestrian route near the end of the vista, offering elevated views of Drumheller Fountain and the surrounding landscape while connecting key parts of the campus with ease and elegance.

Interactive Panorama Rainier Vista Northeast Bridge


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Bridge to Husky Stadium

The bridge to Husky Stadium provides a vital pedestrian link between the main campus and the athletic complex, guiding fans and students alike across Montlake Boulevard with sweeping views of Union Bay and the stadium’s iconic silhouette.

Interactive Panorama Bridge to Husky Stadium


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UW Panorama Map1



And here, the panoramic journey ends for today

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  1. How to create this overview map ↩