Happy Birthday I. M. Pei

© Marty Straub

Happy Birthday I. M. Pei

Uploaded: April 26, 2011

Description

Today is Mr. Pei's birthday. He is the architech for the Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland Ohio. Here I lined up for some extra triangles to compliment his effort. The triangle of grass wanted to be lined up with the base of his triangular facade but getting that low wouldn't work so I was happy to see the triangles of shadow that formed an upside down pyramid.

f/9 1/1000 14-42mm @ 14mm ISO 200

Exif: F Number: 9, Exposure Bias Value: 0.00, ExposureTime: 1/1000 seconds, Flash: reserved, ISO: 200, White balance: Auto white balance, FocalLength: 14.00 mm, Model: E-PL2

Comments

Marty Straub April 26, 2011

I like it better it black and white but it didn't seem festive enough for a birthday wish. #1372418

Tammy M. Anderson level-deluxe April 26, 2011

Both images are outstanding, Marty. Great light and perspective. #9370955

Ron McEwan April 26, 2011

Something I don't see much of from you my friend. You sure nailed in every way. Both photos will stand alone on their own merit Marty. Well done. #9370981

Ellen Hodges April 26, 2011

Super beautiful capture of this awesome place, Marty! Absolutely fantastic detail and pov!!!! #9371559

Monnie Ryan April 27, 2011

I like both versions - it's such a magnificent building! Fantastic capture, and Happy Birthday, Mr. Pei! #9372586

Jack Ryan April 27, 2011

Outstanding POV and creative composition...you got the triangles in all the right places. Excellent clarity as well...a real beauty. (At least the sun was shining when you were there...the least I could do for you and Barb.) #9372855

Marty Straub April 27, 2011

You're right, Jack. This was taken on the day we left you guys, and this is still the weather you ordered. I only wish you had more connections with the forces on Lake Erie. #9373137

Kitty R. Rodehorst-Hanna April 29, 2011

Fabulous image, Marty! :-) k #9380381

Mitch Spence level-classic May 01, 2011

Marty, I wandered around that building some when I was there, but I was not happy with any of my exterior shots. I am very happy with yours, however. I like them both, but I am particularly taken with the black and white. #9382923

Marty Straub May 03, 2011

Thank you all very much. #9387259

Julianne Bradford May 03, 2011

Ou-u Marty! Love this eod! Especially in B&W! Great angles and shapes! WTG! #9387363

Randy D. Dinkins level-classic May 03, 2011

Great comp, well seen! #9387569

Jeff Robinson level-deluxe May 04, 2011

Outstanding capture Marty - Looks great in B&W too!! #9388699

Val Feldman level-deluxe May 05, 2011

I do believe Architect Pei would be very happy to see your use of triangles (or pyramids) in your captures and dedication to his special day, Marty! :) Both captures are wonderful but like Mitch and yourself, I prefer the b/w, too where the triangular effect is much stronger. It's a marvelously designed building - another on my list of must-sees...which is getting longer by the day! :) #9390241

JO ANN CLEVELAND May 06, 2011

What an awesome capture Marty!

jo ann c. #9392063

Marcel J. Fernandez May 09, 2011

It is more impressive in black and white. Splendid capture, Marty. #9396124

frank w. degenhardt May 09, 2011

Hello Marty. I hope he enjoys his birthday and has many more. He certainly is a gifted man. I just love this design and look. He did his part and then you did yours with this beautiful presentation of his work. Love the lighting, the colors, and the fantastic details. Awesome work my friend. Have yourself a great day. #9396819

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