Fragment of a Back Side (With Windows) by Chipka
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I saw this image on the day I discovered runners making use of a path along the Chicago River. It was the same day that I saw (and wrote) the very first hints of what was to become the world containing the land of Gwot, and its Haiga’ii neighbors. This image has nothing to do with Gwot, however, nothing to do with those Haiga people. I guess that’s because this is simply the sort of photograph I associate with Chicago, though I’m sure rehab work and window replacement takes place in other cities as well.
As expected, I was walking around with Corey: taking photographs. It was warm enough for joggers run around with no shirts on. It was warm enough for people to sit outdoors for long periods of time: in light winter dress, or sans-shirts if they were cute joggers. As you can see, however, there are no cute, shirtless joggers in this photograph, nor are there any people sitting around. There are, however, stairs and wood textures. There is dingy, dirty glass, and the typical sorts of shadows you see in Chicago, at sunset. Well…MOST of this photograph is of what lives in a shadow. I liked all of the different, jumbled lines. I liked the colors. I liked the fact that the image here was not a pretty picture, but not an ugly one either. I like urban photography, and the image here is one of the reasons why.
As always, thank you for viewing, reading, and commenting, and I hope that you’re all having a great week.
Comments (22)
Faemike55
the title almost sounded like a fast food chain order: I'll have the un, Fragment of a back side (with windows) to go; hold the soot Great shot and interesting lines and I was so looking forward to seeing cute female shirtless joggers.....
MrsLubner
stunning. evokes strong emotion and sense of self in a humanistic illustration.
Sea_Dog
Good stuff, Chip. A superb image. Fascinating details.
netot
Great! I love all the image, but the thing that got my attention inmediatly was the satellite dish. It is so incongruous with the building that deserves to be right there.
auntietk
Brick, mortar, paint, wood, iron, glass, dirt and plastic. It's a texture feast for the eyes, and the light adds gravitas to the scene. Excellent!
treasureprints
A wonderful architectural abstract, Chip!:)
beachzz
So much to see here and it all works so well, at least to look at. hard to tell if it really does work the way it's supposed to! lol
kwami
i love it
brewgirlca
I like the nice solid lines of this piece. The pure boldness of them fits very well with the slightly grungy appearance. This looks so clean and strong that it looks a bit unnatural - like a powerage poser piece - no insult intended just trying to explain the slight disconnect.
blinkings
Yeah it's rather busy, but in a good way!
durleybeachbum
Such a powerful composition with the bold diagonals cut by verticals and horizontals, and a textural feast to fill itall in. Marvellous .
GARAGELAND
This is a texture freaks dream!!!!!!! Brilliant find and shot!
RodS Online Now!
This definitely reminds me of some of the places over in Northeast Kansas City Missouri. Very cool shot, Chip!
kgb224
Superb capture my friend. God Bless.
aksirp
so many different textures, a court for many people but without someone, quit worn out, straight architecture. Bricks, wood and iron bring this to a oneness. very clear presence for all this in your picture!
vis151
Is that windows 3.11 or 98? just joking! Nice photo
MrsRatbag
Lots to see here, great jumble of lines and shapes and colours, and the urban texture to top it off. Well seen and captured, Chip!
helanker
I really like this shot with all the movement there has been over time just under the windows. Yes, new windows and junk and cracks in painting on the awesome staircase I love the most. It is a place that tels alot of stories :)
sandra46
VERY COOL CAPTURE
flavia49
fabulous capture
photosynthesis
A great mix of patterns & textures, depth & shadows that form a very appealing gritty urban geometric abstract. I especially like the peeling paint patterns. Outstanding in every way...
twalker
Textures,lighting and it all jumps out at you!This is a shot!