sacred contrast

Detroit is a sacred contrast in so many ways. The old and the new; the living organism and the abandoned building; the hopes and dreams of so many that went before us, the pride of today and maybe the love for the city tomorrow.
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shadowbomb says:

Spooky. You might want to consider adding it to the pool called "Murder Shack."

Nice color treatment.
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

mlephotos says:

I don't regonize this one. Very cool, Ted.
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

astrocruzan says:

really cool.

The World Through My Eyes
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

leafy says:

... u r the king of detroit abandonment & urban decay!...
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

pictureinfocus says:

Wonderful shot...

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Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

motelrodeo says:

love the low-key, muted colors, and overall brownish cast.
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

photosbyhpennington says:

Very spooky & scary. I love it.

The coloring is perfect!
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

Joey Harrison says:

Beautiful.
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

Here in Van Nuys says:

Haunting.
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

James Herman says:

Oh, those textures...so spooky, yet dreamlike.
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

detroitinstituteofarts says:

To me, this image has more to do with the psychological aspect of what is considered a sacred place. I think the photograph is very interesting and shows a sort of cultural geography. It shows the history of humankind - in relationship to its place and culture.

I also like that the fact this photograph shows both physical and psychological evidence of the human struggle, the successes and failures and in some way shows the beauty that lies beneath the image. The beauty in this photograph appears to be not simply about the surface reality of the situation, but more to do with an inner narrative, when you look more closely, it is as beautiful as it is simply spooky or unsettling.

I really enjoy the style of photography, straight/ face-on/ documentary style to approach the subject. The detail of the image is excellent, peeling paint, broken windows, rusted metals, and winter color earth. The separation between background and subject is very effective. I like that fact that the image was taken with an overcast or foggy sky. This sets not only the mood of the photograph, but also sets the focus and gives the viewer a chance to examine the subject, in this case the house. This style reminds me of series of water tower photographs made by Bernd & Hilla Becher.

I appreciate this kind of sensitivity. Thank you very much for posting this beautiful image!
Posted 17 months ago. ( permalink )

McMorr says:

I love how you've framed your words, "a sacred contrast."

Great photo, too!
Posted 16 months ago. ( permalink )

jsynnott says:

This shot is a Marble in the Rough!

This shot really stands out to me, and I feel it is one of those rare shots that just has that special *something* that can't quite be put into words.

There is so much atmosphere, and the colour treatment ou've used is fantastic.

Thanks very much for sharing it, and keep up the good work.
Posted 15 months ago. ( permalink )

stager57 says:

Very nice. Love this old stuff.

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siskokid says:

Love the color...Great shot!
Seen in Abandoned Michigan (?)
Posted 15 months ago. ( permalink )

kiddharma says:

hey Ted--congrats on the Honorable Mention!
Posted 15 months ago. ( permalink )

tEdGuY49® says:

Thanks Sam!
Posted 15 months ago. ( permalink )

williscreek says:

Nice evocative image - well done
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Posted 15 months ago. ( permalink )

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