Watkins Mill by RodS

Photography • Architecture • posted on Mar 26, 2010

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I've hit a dry spell for some reason - dealing with some issues & family stuff right now, and my muse seems to be on a bit of a vacation at the moment. Actually, I think she's just sitting around in her PJs, eating potato chips and watching soap operas. Maybe I should have her hang out with Adrie's muse for a while, so she'll get inspired again... In the meantime...... I was looking through some of my older photos, and found this one. This was taken a few years ago inside the old Watkins Woolen Mill near Lawson, Missouri. This mill is a fascinating look back in history. The most amazing thing is that all the machinery in this old mill is FULLY functional. If you are interested, check it out at http://www.watkinsmill.org/. I liked the play of the shadows and sunlight on the machinery and interior of the building. For a photographer, this place is a playground of light and shadow. I shot this on Ektachrome slide film (I shoot exclusively digital, now) with my old Canon EOS 650. I don't remember the shutter speed or f-stop, but this was hand held. Hope you enjoy this, and I'll soon be back to doing some fun renders. Thank you all so much for all your comments, faves, ratings and support! After only a few months on Rendo, I'm completely addicted!

Comments (17)

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Faemike55

11:06PM | Fri, 26 March 2010

Fantastic shot! We have Pendelton Woolen Mills here in Washougal, Wa. it is very fascinating to watch the equipment working

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alessimarco

11:08PM | Fri, 26 March 2010

Hope you get your muse back soon! This is a great shot!

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pixeluna

11:08PM | Fri, 26 March 2010

You are right, Rod. The gallery is really addicting and fun at the same time. It's nice to read your perspective about this very classic image. I believe that lighting plays a big part on either rendering or a capture like this one. The shadows give the image depth and volume and lastly, drama. Such beautiful capture should not be kept all to yourself, thank you for sharing it with us.

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eekdog

11:41PM | Fri, 26 March 2010

we've all been there rod, i do alot myself my friend. sorry about the family issues. great old factory shot. see ya soon.

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mgtcs

11:53PM | Fri, 26 March 2010

Fascinating image Rod, splendid photo, super original, I loved it! ****

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bazza

11:57PM | Fri, 26 March 2010

What a great capture Rod! It is fascinating to be able to watch old machinery working.. Love the shadow and lighting also really makes the photo look great!! I do hope your muse returns soon maybe you haven't been looking after her well enough lol.. Hope all your family issues etc are sorted soon too Cheers my friend, excellent posting..

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bmac62

1:25AM | Sat, 27 March 2010

Thanks for this Rod. I've heard of Watkin's Mill for years but never knew what or where it is. It always fascinates me to see what results come from film and 35mm cameras. I remember when we had no choice...digital gives so many more opportunities. Yay!

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renecyberdoc

1:45AM | Sat, 27 March 2010

fascinating

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Raddar

7:29AM | Sat, 27 March 2010

Great shot of some American heritage. Sorry to hear about the troubles and the abscence of your muse. Here's hoping that the former leaves when the later returns my friend.

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mrestey

8:42AM | Sat, 27 March 2010

This is a BEAUTIFUL photo Rod! The light and shadows gives it a very nostalgic look. The days of yesteryear of our nation during it's adolescence. In some ways for me, this image is a bit sad because it very much resembles the old mills along the Merrimack river in Manchester NH where young children were used for child labor. These poor kids used to work twelve hour days for pennies. Anyway, I digress. The is a wonderful image. Thanks for sharing it with us. Sorry to hear you're having troubles. I hope you are able to sort them out soon. We're here for you buddy.

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Rainastorm

8:45AM | Sat, 27 March 2010

MOST AWESOME Rod!!!!!!! WOW! Love the atmosphere in this place, totally cool.

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Erestorfan

8:57AM | Sat, 27 March 2010

Really nice photo, Rod! Yes, lots of play of shadow and light. And I see that my hubby beat me here to mention the textile mills along the river in Manchester, NH...true sweat shops from the late 1800's and many children died from accidents in the mills, trying to do work that was meant for adults. At least we here in the US have learned from part of our past mistakes! Nice capture! And I hope your muse is back soon and active. Perhaps you need to take the remote away and hand her a feather duster!

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adrie

11:39AM | Sat, 27 March 2010

Very beautiful photoshot my friend, also sorry to hear about your family issues and the loss of your muse......I will see what I can do about that...lol.

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auntietk

11:55AM | Sat, 27 March 2010

The light is fantastic. Wow. I really like this. Nicely done!

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Rosie-D Online Now!

3:06PM | Sat, 27 March 2010

I'm sure your muse will return - she'll have to do some working out to shed the extra calories from all those potato chips! Lovely photo - reminds me of some I've taken in museums round my way - Old chain shops etc - really nice light in this one.

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