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Geometrics

by David Schoen

Gallery: POP PhotosPosted April 18, 2016871 views8 comments
This is an image of the Tacoma glass Museum devised by the glass artist Dale Chihuly. It is quite interesting structure although one visit to the museum is probably enough every 10 years. Tacoma is trying to make itself an art friendly city. There are several interesting museums there although not yet world-class. The most recent addition is the Lemay automotive Museum which does have a fairly impressive and extensive collection of automobiles. The automotive Museum is making the strongest pitch at rotating exhibits.
The large detailed view shows a better level of saturation.
iso 200, 28-75 mm at 75 mm, f2.8, 80th sec, D2X

Comments

8 comments
Comment posted by Mike Ramy on April 19, 2016 at 11:35 AM
Hey David,
Well seen and presented, the reflection pool is a nice addition to the overall composition. It is interesting how the reflection in the water does not represent all the lines of the vertical surface above it.
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Comment posted by David Schoen on April 19, 2016 at 12:17 PM
You make an interesting point Mike about the lines not being reflected in the pool.  I had never noticed that before...
BTW, the structure in back with the diamond crosshatch pattern is conical in shape and houses the glassblowing laboratory. If one visits the museum, you can see glassblowing art being created throughout the day. I think it is the main attraction of the museum.
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Comment posted by Harley Goldman on April 19, 2016 at 1:06 PM
Cool abstract in terms of lines and color. Very weird about the absence of the vertical lines!! How weird.  I would not have noticed if Mike did not mention it.
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Comment posted by Kent Staubus on April 21, 2016 at 11:40 PM
I love this one!  Great abstracts are a treat.


Kent in SD
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Comment posted by Lon Overacker on April 23, 2016 at 1:30 PM
Great eye David!  Love this.  Looks like a fascinating place for photography!  No nits at all.
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Comment posted by Vance Gese on April 24, 2016 at 12:10 AM
Exquisite architectural image, David.  The lines and the gorgeous color are amazing.  Fine work!
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Comment posted by Jim DeWitt on April 28, 2016 at 10:55 AM
Chihuly's work is very impressive, especially the immense range in scale. He does tiny little pots and these kinds of buildings, as well as everything in between. It's not all great art, but the range is pretty cool. Well seen and captured. David.
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Comment posted by SandyRichardsBrown on April 29, 2016 at 5:57 PM
Perfect entry for this WC. You chose the perfect perspective, and the reflecting pool adds an exceptional touch.
Congrats on the EP!
Sandy
Registered on November 24, 2003, 3937 Posts, 12909 Comments