Friday, March 9, 2012

Focus 52 (2012) Week 10 - Words

Another challenging week (for me) in finding a suitable image for the "words" prompt.  I'm not trying to not make any political statement, but the words in this image seem to reflect the current times.  The small town/general region where I live wasn't affected nearly as much as others across the US, but it is still sad to see vacant, abandoned businesses.


This business/small strip center's exterior was recently remodeled, but still no new tennants.  This is part of an old, small neighborhood grocery store before there were gas stations/convenience stores on every corner.  It is a small miracle that the main business has survived (it was thriving when I was a kid) for nearly nearly 50 years (not same owner or store name - but still there). 

Although by far not one of my better photos, I think it is appropriate for the prompt.  It was also one of those stand in the parking lot in front of people to take it image (although I cheated & sat in my car - reason why it is taken from angle - too chicken to get out -- I'm working on being more comfortable with that - think I could do better in a different town where no one knows me).

Picture details:  50mm lens, fused to show more of the grunge on the windows, a little tonal adjustment and very minimal cropping

To see other's representation of "words" visit Two Scoopz.

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    1. I am grateful that we don't have many businesses around who in the same shape.

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  2. Sad picture but fantastic tone. Great job.

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    1. Thank you!! Appreciate the comment. I was going for a different look/feel with this image than I usually contribute.

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  3. This photo represents one of far too many abandoned business in the country, and it is very sad indeed. A great image with deep meaning. B/W would also show deep emotion of the vacant building. Have a wonderful day!

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    1. Hi Beverly -- you know with all the BW I've been doing lately, you'd think I would have tried that - but didn't even cross my mind - I agree it might have been better. We are drowning in rain this weekend - hope your weather is better.

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