Thursday, May 31, 2012

Thursday Arch Series

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Hey, it's back! Still don't have a lot of ideas for new approaches to the subject. However, I thought it might be interesting to re-visit some old ideas from when I got my first DSLR and started pointing my lens at the monument. What might years more experience and advanced hardware bring to the images? Compare this one from September, 2005, and decide for yourself.
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13 comments:

  1. AnonymousMay 31, 2012 at 12:45 AM

    What about shots from the other landmarks and neighborhoods of St. Louis, for context and perspective? I'm sure you've already done this- I haven't followed the blog very long- but it is cool to see the reminder of the Arch when looking at other local icons (when possible). I was recently pleasantly surprised by how visibly the Arch looms over Southwest Ave. on the Hill, just west of Kingshighway.

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  2. Dave-CostaRicaDailyPhoto.comMay 31, 2012 at 1:00 AM

    It looks like the Arch is developing wrinkled skin in its old age.

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  3. cieldequimperMay 31, 2012 at 1:07 AM

    It was worth the wait!

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  4. brattcatMay 31, 2012 at 6:53 AM

    they're both intriguing but i find this most recent shot more satisfying. i prefer the composition and the depth.

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  5. John @ Beans and I on the LooseMay 31, 2012 at 9:39 AM

    Can't they keep the skateboarders of it somehow? The surface is getting all dinged up.

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  6. WayneMay 31, 2012 at 10:35 AM

    Uhhhhh, no comment. :-)

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  7. PJMay 31, 2012 at 9:15 PM

    It's good to leave a subject for a while and then come back to it. Archie looks fab.

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  8. HalcyonMay 31, 2012 at 9:24 PM

    A cool effect!

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  9. UnknownJune 1, 2012 at 6:14 AM

    Brilliant shot, Bob!

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  10. VirginiaJune 1, 2012 at 8:23 PM

    B, your photographs of the BIG A, I've loved for many years now. I'm blown away at the many fabulous photographs you and your creative eye have captured. I still say, a book must be in your future. DO IT!
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  11. VirginiaJune 1, 2012 at 8:27 PM

    And now may I observe the texture that reminds me of some ancient drawings/carvings. Who knew this sleek and shiny structure could be viewed in so many ways. Bob Crowe, you are to be commended for your relentless passion for photographing this structure in so many amazing ways!

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  12. NathalieJune 5, 2012 at 1:04 AM

    Both photos are most interesting. I love the shiny texture. I'll second Virginia's comment about a book being a must at some stage.

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  13. PerthDailyPhotoJune 5, 2012 at 4:02 AM

    Ditto everything Virginia said Bob and add WOW!! It looks like an extremely expensive silver bracelet from this angle and with that texture. I think I prefer this latest image, but both are amazing. Never stop shooting this subject!!

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