Monday, March 29, 2010

Seeing 2010 (#46)

For your consideration: two full frontal views, one disturbingly local, the other a modestly distant refuge from the chaos of modern society.

The first: utterly lacking in pretense . . . a bastion of the Second Amendment, disarmingly straightforward in its bunker mentality and pillbox aura. The radiating neon seems ironically at odds with the camouflage paint scheme . . . a bit off target with respect to concealment. I frequently amuse myself at the necessity of a reinforced door and crash-prevention pillars . . .

Presented as an antidote, the second photograph is a mildly abstract study in architectural form and texture: the north-facing wall of my primary sanctuary in the hills. Several times annually I rendezvous at this serene compound for reflection, renewal and the warm fellowship with many varied friends who happen to share a particular path in life which emphasizes love, tolerance, and an effort at enlightenment.

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GUNS, #7029

© 2010 James W. Murray, all rights reserved.

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Details: March 20, 2006; Canon 20D; f/4.5 @ 1/10 sec; ±0 EV; ISO 800; 34mm.


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Fireside Room Façade, #4928

© 2010 James W. Murray, all rights reserved.

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Details: October 11, 2009; Canon 20D; f/9 @ 30 secs; - 1⁄3 EV; ISO 100; 55mm.


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