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
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A sad sign of the times.
ReplyDeleteI am grateful that we don't have many businesses around who in the same shape.
DeleteSad picture but fantastic tone. Great job.
ReplyDeleteThank you!! Appreciate the comment. I was going for a different look/feel with this image than I usually contribute.
DeleteThis 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!
ReplyDeleteHi 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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