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Scott Kelby's 4th Annual Worldwide Photo Walk
Chicago Museum Campus Group
October 1, 2011

EXIF
6 Photo Manual Exposure Bracket
ISO 100 | 17mm | f/14 | {0.25s, 0.5s, 1.3s, 2.5s, 5.0s, 10.0s}
Merged and Tonemapped in CS5
Processed in LR3.5
Shot on Tripod

Scott Kelby's 4th Annual Worldwide Photo Walk 2011
Chicago Museum Campus Group
October 1, 2011

EXIF
6 Photo Manual Exposure Bracket
ISO 100 | 17mm | f/14 | {0.25s, 0.5s, 1.3s, 2.5s, 5.0s, 10.0s}
Merged and Tonemapped in CS5
Processed in LR3.5
Shot on Tripod

Scott Kelby's 4th Annual Worldwide Photo Walk 2011
Chicago Museum Campus Group
October 1, 2011

EXIF
5 Photo Manual Exposure Bracket
ISO 100 | 17mm | f/14 | {0.6s, 1.3s, 2.0s, 4.0s, 10.0s}
Merged and Tonemapped in CS5
Processed in LR3.5
Shot on Tripod

About This Photo
This stone installation sculpture located just to the south of the planetarium has many layers of meaning. Its 60 stone blocks are laid out like a spiral galaxy similar to our own Milky Way and the stones used have many different origins and colors, symbolizing the many different races, ethnicities, and belief systems of people in the United States. Also, each ring of stones is slightly higher than the one inside it, creating an amphitheater-like arrangement where visitors can sit and enjoy their surroundings: Lake Michigan, 12th Street Beach, and the exterior architecture of the Adler. The statue is malleable and mobile; it can be arranged into many shapes and still have its intended effect.

Designed by Brazilian artists Denise Milan and Ary Perez, the work was originally on display near the Art Institute. It was permanently moved to the Adler in 1998 with the help of Adler archeoastronomer Phyllis Pitluga, who worked with the artists to align the stones. At the summer and winter solstices, the Sun's rising and setting points align perfectly at designated markers, much like Stonehenge and other ancient timekeeping monuments. This connection illustrates the overall theme of harmony between man and nature.

Source: Adler Planetarium Website

Welcome to Hershey, PA... The Sweetest Place on Earth

With thrilling attractions, luxurious accommodations, mouth-watering treats, and plenty to do the whole year round, it's no wonder this chocolate-scented candy kingdom is such a popular destination for the whole family.

This town was made famous by Milton S. Hershey's company, where the streets are lined with Hershey's Kisses-shaped street lights and the air is filled with the sweet smell of chocolate.

On the matter of chocolates, my friend Krysta would truly love this place.