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Sean's Element [Washington DC Pictures]

© Michelle Alton

Sean's Element

Uploaded: September 24, 2010 09:30:53

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My step grandson,
Sean, during our day together in "his" Philadelphia last Friday. He, as an artist, is strongly attracted to the visual ravages of time and decay.
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This overgrown alley (see comment section) in Old City has a tall, iron gate--easy work for Sean to pry open to gain entry.
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The letters, "O-U-R-S-E" are atop the building called "The Bourse" that overlooks Independence Mall where the historic Liberty Bell and Independence Hall are located.
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The Philadelphia Bourse Building, the first commodities exchange in the United States, was completed in 1895 and was one of the first steel-framed buildings to be constructed.

Celebrating over 100 years as a center for commerce and trade, The Bourse is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Today, it is one of Philadelphia’s leading commercial complexes, home to 24 retail and food service stores and more than 50 businesses.
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Exif: F Number: 7.1, Exposure Bias Value: 0.00, ExposureTime: 1/50 seconds, Flash: did not fire, compulsory flash mode, ISO: 200, White balance: Auto white balance, FocalLength: 23.00 mm, Model: Canon EOS 7D

Comments

Michelle Alton September 24, 2010 0

... #1311123

Douglas Pignet September 24, 2010 0

Nice commentary and capture...Like the art work as well #8926645

Gord MacEachern September 24, 2010 0

Lovely captures Michelle, love to see young people interested in these sort of things!! #8926694

Jeff Robinson level-deluxe September 24, 2010 0

A terrific series of images from your day Michelle! Jeff #8926727

Jack Gaskin September 24, 2010 0

His Element = Urban Jungle Nice catch of him AT WORK.. As for urban DECAY to each his own.

Ref: Your comment yesterday. I have been told I'm an bottomless source of Worthless & Useless info ...
Yet friends call when they have a TRIVIA Question they can not answer !!!!

Happy Shooting
Jack #8926729

Danny B. Head September 24, 2010 0

I understand his interest and share it as well.... It is good to see he is preserving these old "ghost signs" with his camera. #8926765

Carolyn M. Fletcher level-classic September 24, 2010 0

Wonderful shots..I love old delapidated stuff,too. #8926790

Jim Baines level-classic September 24, 2010 0

An instant "Philly Phave", Michelle! I knew you would eventually elbow me in the ribs with something out of Philly and this is the one. Having similar cravings as Sean I feel as though I am right there in the midst of it! This is simply Phantastic!!! Truly exceptional!!! #8926792

Agnes Fegan level-deluxe September 24, 2010 0

Wonderful images, details and info! #8926833

Mary Beth Aiello level-classic September 24, 2010 0

This is VERY cool, Michelle. Old structures are a wealth of photo opps. Love it. #8926860

Marilyn Cornwell September 24, 2010 0

Wonderful photo story, Michelle! Urban grunge at its best! #8926869

Ray Thoms September 24, 2010 0

Great image and information Michelle......the beauty of decay! #8926976

Randy A. Myers September 24, 2010 0

Nice series. Love the info and story. #8927024

Tammy M. Anderson level-deluxe September 24, 2010 0

Great series and description, Michelle. #8927096

Julie Burnett September 24, 2010 0

A compelling photo, very interesting info, Michelle. How cool is it that you two share the same passion! #8927100

Murry Grigsby September 24, 2010 0

Terrific idea, shot and dialog Michelle! I think it is great that you spent the day with Sean and even better that he wanted to spend it with you :0) THe graphic letters and the blue t-shirt really add a nice balance to your comp and the action of Sean zeroing in on his image. Well done!! #8927102

Vickie J. Jenkins September 24, 2010 0

Wonderful images. I just know you shared a beautiful day. #8927168

Kaye Burazin September 24, 2010 0

what a wonderful bonding experience. #8927363

Jack Ryan September 24, 2010 0

An excellent and interesting image...well composed...it tells quite story...thanks for the background info. Well done. #8927382

Mike Clime September 24, 2010 0

Nice capture of someone doing what we all enjoy! Looks like he was going to pick a lock in the one photo. #8927630

MELODIE C. ROBERTS September 24, 2010 0

I thought the word was Course

Because of all of the fantastic rough textures ;0)

Sensational capture Mickey
Must have been great fun sharing your photography passion with Sean #8927782

Kathy Reeves September 25, 2010 0

Wonderful image of the alley and the photographer! #8928128

Laura E. Swan level-classic September 25, 2010 0

So many amazing things that most people just pass right by. Buildings tell great stories if we will only listen!

Wonderful job on both of your parts!

-Laura :)

P.S. I commented earlier today on another image of him and noted that he was in his ELEMENT. Neat to read you said the same thing here! #8928168

Kitty R. Rodehorst-Hanna September 25, 2010 0

What a wonderful day you had, Michelle! All the images are fantastic! :-) k #8928207

David Van Camp September 25, 2010 0

Very compelling shots of the inner city, Michelle!

I know you can find some fascinating subjects in such places, for sure! Not my main focus, of course, but should I happen to be in such an environment, I'm sure I would find a no lack of interesting subjects :) I'm sure Sean is collecting a wealth of interesting images!

I also happen to like Cardinals and Peacocks... and red rocks ... :D :D

Thanks for your comments. :) #8928241

Deborah Lewinson level-addict September 25, 2010 0

Each image is excellent in this posting, Michelle!

Must have been a wonderful day!
Debby #8928284

Rona L. Schwarz September 25, 2010 0

Another sensational capture from your day with Sean, Michelle! Marvelous details her with wonderful textures,and colors. Also love the textures, patterns, and design on the close-up of the building - would make a great EoD entry! #8928362

Tamara K. Walker level-classic September 25, 2010 0

Looks like you two had a wonderful day. #8928366

Ann Coates level-classic September 25, 2010 0

Well, I couldn't think of a more talented photographer for him to learn from than you. Delightful image here Michelle. #8928415

Barbara Waldoch September 25, 2010 0

Excellent capture, Michelle! #8928485

Robert K. Bemus level-classic September 25, 2010 0

Wonderful urban scene and comp, Michelle!! #8928514

Dick W. Wyatt September 25, 2010 0

A great city scene Michelle.
#8928535

Kirsten Kiki Kjaer September 25, 2010 0

You have a great sense for finding and capturing architecture from interesting viewpoints, Michelle. This is a real beauty! #8928977

ALLEN O. HOWARD September 25, 2010 0

Excellent DOF Michelle! What a great capture! #8929239

Renata Gusciora September 26, 2010 0

Super capture,Michelle!I like it a lot!Fantastic pov and colors! #8929989

Brett Dolsen September 26, 2010 0

Fantastic composition for this narrow area Michelle! #8930217

Marilyn K. Lincecum level-classic September 29, 2010 0

Beautiful in every way...love the commentary! Wonderful POV, color, detail and effects. #8937441

Lorraine A. Cook October 03, 2010 0

Sean has a very good eye, Michelle!

My Pop was an 'ironworker'...working on many downtown Philadelphia buildings (and bridges). He also worked in New York...going wherever the job sent him. Pop was also a 'finisher'...specializing in escalators, revolving doors etc. #8943962

Carolyn J. Connolly October 07, 2010 0

Outstanding images, ALL of them, Michelle!! Bravo, my friend!! :o) #8953512

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