Another shot from the Park Pacific of a notable downtown building, this time City Hall. Unfortunately, it was taken through a window, not from the rooftop terrace. The building has considerable architectural interest. Its inspiration was Paris' Hôtel de Ville, although ours is rather less grand. (The two cities are easily distinguished.) The interior is impressive, especially the rotunda. Really need to go shoot there some time but the building is only open on weekdays. That's hard for my overloaded schedule.
Below is Mayor Francis Slay. He's been running the show for eleven years and is likely to get another term. I've taken his photo on a number of occasions but I think he's still a little puzzled about who this older guy is in the suit with the big camera. He's always gracious and well-respected in most quarters. (He's a politician - can't please everybody.)
Below is Mayor Francis Slay. He's been running the show for eleven years and is likely to get another term. I've taken his photo on a number of occasions but I think he's still a little puzzled about who this older guy is in the suit with the big camera. He's always gracious and well-respected in most quarters. (He's a politician - can't please everybody.)
A respected politician: that would be a rare beast here...
ReplyDeleteVery nice view of the City hall Bob, even through glass. Your Mayor has a very long index finger, wonder if that 'means' something...is it possible he could be an honest politician!!
ReplyDeleteTake the mayor-guy... I'll grab that fine building.
ReplyDeleteYes, St. Louis is distinguishable from Paris, but both have a monumental architectural icon instantly recognized the world over.
ReplyDeleteYour city hall is impressive. This summer, maybe give it a try from outside? And an inside tour later?
ReplyDeleteHe's not talking to the president in that shot is he? (the finger point looks like Arizona governor Jan Brewers)
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