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Old and Rusty

The Arch/Ind forum has been quiet for a spell.

Just for fun, here's a photo of an old vertical lift bridge over the Illinois River taken a few weeks ago.

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There are lots of rivets, wires, gussets, and cables here. All of them were vital years ago, but today they are just so much rusty junk.
 

Asher Kelman

OPF Owner/Editor-in-Chief
O.K. Tom,

There's a lot there! I wonder if you have blow ups of portions so we can see the detail of the rusting patina, the shadows and shapes.

In the meanwhile I've been attached to some of the iron work. You're great at finding textured objects with interesting form and power.


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I'm impressed with your choice of subjects!

Asher
 
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Asher,

Thank you for the comments. Every time I visit that bridge, my 600mm f/4 has been left at home. Next time I'm there I'll make a point of hauling the howitzer along to get some detailed views. If the weekend rain clears by Monday, I'll make a point of doing so.

Great idea Asher, thanks for the inspiration!

Tom
 

Asher Kelman

OPF Owner/Editor-in-Chief
The truth be known, Tom, I'm a little envious of your treasured finds! You ought to be on my staff, but I can't afford you! So good hunting with the 600mm. Take a stout tripod and a strong assistant to schlepp it for you! This structure is so rich, the long lens is going to isolate some very impressive compositions.

Asher
 

Asher Kelman

OPF Owner/Editor-in-Chief
This is a good subject for us to add to! Do you also have pictures of rusted machines, heavy doors and more?

Asher
 
I'd like to add a couple more, Asher.

A sagging door and its frame caught my eye while wandering through an abandoned army base last summer.

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Latch​

Also found this railroad switch in the same general area.

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New Century Adjustable​

Both items have seen better days, but the patina of rust adds an interesting touch as long as their ability to function is no longer important .
 
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