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St Peter Catholic Church, The Dalles OR

March 20th, 2024

St Peter Catholic Church, The Dalles OR

The image showcases a nighttime scene dominated by a striking church building with a tall, pointed steeple that reaches into the dark sky above. The church, constructed out of red brick, features Gothic-style architectural elements, including arched windows with stained glass and a large, circular rose window near the peak of the facade. The church's entrance is framed by a set of steps leading up to a pair of wooden doors, located beneath a pointed archway.

The sky is a canvas of stars, punctuated by the milky swaths of the galaxy, indicating that the photograph was taken under clear conditions, allowing for an expansive view of the cosmos. The dense clustering of stars, along with the nebulous areas of the Milky Way, imparts a sense of grandeur and scale, contrasting with the human-made structure of the church.

Illumination on the building suggests artificial lighting, possibly from nearby streetlights or internal lighting from within the church itself, casting warm glows through the windows. The church stands as a solitary figure in the center of the composition, surrounded by a well-manicured lawn with trees and shrubbery that appear dark against the night backdrop. The spectral quality of the scene is further enhanced by the image's high contrast, imbuing it with a somewhat otherworldly atmosphere.

Salvage Yard Sunset

March 20th, 2024

Salvage Yard Sunset

The photograph showcases a scene with several vintage cars in a state of neglect and decay. They appear to be abandoned in an outdoor setting that looks like a scrap yard or a field where these automobiles have been left to rust and weather over time. The car in the foreground, which is prominently featured, has a multicolored patina, with hues of blue and rust blending across its body.

The paint on the cars is chipped and worn, revealing layers of color and metal underneath, and some parts of the vehicles are missing or damaged. The atmosphere of the picture is enhanced by a dramatic sky at dusk or dawn, with the clouds painted in vibrant reds, oranges, and purples, contrasting with the muted and earthy tones of the decaying cars and the surrounding environment.

The composition gives a strong sense of nostalgia and abandonment, with the beauty of the natural sky juxtaposed against the forgotten relics of a bygone era of automotive design. The overall mood is somber yet strangely beautiful, capturing a frozen moment in time where man-made objects are slowly being reclaimed by nature.

Lone Rock Church

March 20th, 2024

Lone Rock Church

This is a black-and-white photograph presenting a serene and somewhat dramatic rural scene. In the foreground, there's a classic wooden church featuring a pointed steeple with what appears to be a cross at the top and arched windows on its side. A simple picket fence encloses the church, suggesting a boundary between the sacred ground and the surrounding landscape. To the left of the church, there is a natural rock formation, which creates an arch, resembling a gateway or portal. The rock contrasts with the man-made structure of the church, presenting a dialogue between natural and constructed elements.

Behind the church, the image reveals an expansive landscape of rolling hills that gradually fade into shadowy mountain ranges in the distance, creating a feeling of depth and vastness. The light seems to be coming from behind or above the church, illuminating the scene with a soft glow that contributes to the tranquil and hallowed atmosphere of the photograph. The mountains in the background are cast in various shades of light and shadow, adding a rich textural element to the photo. The overall effect is one of stillness and contemplation, with the church acting as a focal point within the timeless beauty of the natural environment.

Bigfoot 2020 At Sundown

March 17th, 2024

Bigfoot 2020 At Sundown

This image presents a dramatized natural scene featuring a figure that resembles the mythical creature known as Bigfoot or Sasquatch. The figure is in the forefront, seemingly standing amidst dense forest vegetation with prominent red-orange flowers adding a touch of color. The figure has a dark fur-like texture and is prominently wearing a white mask that covers its nose and mouth, which seems to be a contemporary addition, likely referencing the global use of masks due to health concerns.

In the background, the sky displays a vibrant array of colors, with swathes of red, pink, and purple hues that give the impression of a sunset or sunrise, contributing to the dramatic effect. The tops of evergreen trees are visible against this colorful backdrop, which frames the main subject and completes the composition. Overall, the artwork blends elements of folklore with current world events, set against a striking natural canvas.