|
|
Post by Sepiana on Jun 12, 2017 5:03:19 GMT
Hi everyone,
Would you like to participate in the Weekly Photo Challenge? Just take a photo this week that is your interpretation of the theme and post it in this thread. This challenge is all about getting you out there (or inside) with your camera and shooting something you perhaps wouldn't normally photograph. Have some fun experimenting!
The rules are simple.
Your photo(s) should be your own, i.e., they should not have been taken by someone else.
Your photo(s) should be taken during the week of the theme.
You are allowed to do some photoshopping.
 |
|
|
|
Post by fotofrank on Jun 12, 2017 19:21:26 GMT
Among the innovations credited to Eno are traffic regulations, the stop sign, the pedestrian crosswalk, the traffic circle, the one-way street, the taxi stand, and pedestrian safety islands.  I am recording the Cemetery in Photo's as part of a Historical Preservation project. |
|
|
|
Post by Sepiana on Jun 13, 2017 2:06:12 GMT
Frank, great interpretation of this week's theme. Sharp and detailed image! The subject you chose is indeed one of historical significance. Well done!
|
|
|
|
Post by whippet on Jun 14, 2017 19:18:46 GMT
The Stockton to Darlington railway was the world's first public passenger railway line. It was built by George Stephenson, who also built the first steam engine to run on it in 1825. Locomotion No 1. Was built at his factory in Newcastle on Tyne, then transported to Stockton. This picture was taken on the bank of the River Tees at Stockton. Unfortunately, the station no longer exists.  Two other inventions, which have nothing to show for their existence - John Walker from Stockton, invented the friction match in 1826. He never patented it, so another person came along, patented it - as the Lucifer. The original Big Ben - which is a bell, not the clock - was cast in Norton - just outside Stockton. |
|
|
|
Post by Sepiana on Jun 14, 2017 19:35:23 GMT
whippet, great capture! I really like the muted/soft colors.
|
|
dennis9
Established Forum Member
Posts: 705 
Open to constructive criticism of photos: Yes
|
Post by dennis9 on Jun 16, 2017 17:48:25 GMT
This fairly nondescript plot of land hides a secret of historical significance. Beneath the grass is an abandoned wartime wireless relay station, the aerial of which ran up the trunk of the adjacent oak tree. Situated in the grounds of Wakehurst Place in Sussex, this place would have served a vital function in the event of a German invasion, transmitting messages from the south coast to nearby headquarters in Sevenoaks, Kent. It would have played a crucial role in the organizing of defences against advancing Nazi forces.
Dennis
|
|
|
|
Post by Sepiana on Jun 16, 2017 21:19:20 GMT
Dennis, what a finding! I love how the play of light and shadows in your first shot adds depth to it. The historical significance of that "nondescript plot of land" is so intriguing! Glad you posted the second shot; it puts all in perspective. If only that old oak tree could talk . . .
|
|
dennis9
Established Forum Member
Posts: 705
Open to constructive criticism of photos: Yes
|
Post by dennis9 on Jun 18, 2017 14:16:00 GMT
Walking a stretch of The Purbeck Ridgeway in Dorset yesterday, we came upon this Victorian obelisk erected to commemorate the provision of a fresh water supply to the town of Swanage on the coast below. During World War Two the obelisk was dismantled, as it was feared it would provide a useful landmark for enemy aircraft. It was re-erected in 1952, but you have to climb 210 steps and a steep hillside to view it.
Brenda
|
|
|
|
Post by Sepiana on Jun 18, 2017 16:30:45 GMT
Brenda, I knew I could count on you to find "Something of Historical Significance". Great capture! I love how you composed your shot. Our eyes are drawn to the obelisk.
Glad they re-erected the obelisk. Otherwise, its historical significance would have been lost to future generations.
|
|
|
|
Post by tonyw on Jun 18, 2017 20:56:41 GMT
On November 23, 1866 Captain King struck the greatest flowing oil well ever seen in this area at 800 barrels a day. It caused such a glut that oil which had been at $10 a barrel dropped to $1 a barrel but it did lead to a lot of fortunes being made from the growing oil business. As part of Canada's 150 year celebrations (July 1st 1867) this oil well has been reconstructed very close to the original "King Well" to remind us of a key event of local history.  Tony |
|
|
|
Post by kdcintx on Jun 19, 2017 1:07:51 GMT
|
|
|
|
Post by hmca on Jun 19, 2017 2:28:04 GMT
kdcintx......great entry....where is this?
|
|
|
|
Post by Sepiana on Jun 19, 2017 3:14:05 GMT
On November 23, 1866 Captain King struck the greatest flowing oil well ever seen in this area at 800 barrels a day. It caused such a glut that oil which had been at $10 a barrel dropped to $1 a barrel but it did lead to a lot of fortunes being made from the growing oil business. As part of Canada's 150 year celebrations (July 1st 1867) this oil well has been reconstructed very close to the original "King Well" to remind us of a key event of local history. Tony Tony, great finding! Its historical significance is very interesting. I love how you captured the texture/details of the oil well. Quite a shot! |
|
|
|
Post by Sepiana on Jun 19, 2017 3:22:35 GMT
Small rural towns are disappearing but historically significant. Here's a laudromat with an old Maytag washing machine sitting out front. kdcintx, what a beautiful image! Not only does your subject have historical significance but it is also a perfect example of Americana as nostalgia. I love it!!! |
|
|
|
Post by kdcintx on Jun 19, 2017 19:16:47 GMT
kdcintx ......great entry....where is this? hmca - It is in Hico, Texas. Parts of the town are being revitalized. Here's a photo of an old mercantile building that has been restored and is open for business. preview.ibb.co/iCeMoQ/hico2.jpg |
|
