Monday, January 10, 2011

skyline

21 comments:

Birdman said...

KM, taken from where? Through glass? Just wondering. I like it!

oatmeal girl said...

What great contrast between the building styles! I'm so glad I found you.

o.g.

boromax said...

What a terrific photo! So much to study and search; and like oatmeal girl said - the contrast in building styles is fantastic - absolutely makes one wonder what we are thinking with the sterile glass and steel monstrosities we hoist upon our cityscapes. The beauty and interest of the older buildings is so much more appealing and comforting.

-K- said...

Wow - I've never seen NYC from this percpective before.

Petrea Burchard said...

It gives a glimpse into the old days. A chance to let our imaginations view New York City 75 years ago or more. I have to agree with boromax--that big block is sterile. Useful, I'm sure, but a good architect could have made it useful and beautiful.

Lynette said...

What a fantastic photo, Ken. I wanted you to be sure to look at my blog when you get a minute, OK? Thanks.

Lynette said...

Ken Mac, thanks for your visit, kind words, the mention of the book that has been a comfort to you, and that good advice, to take it easy on myself.

alex said...

your photos always capture the evolution of NYC so well, but this one really juxtaposes the old and new in the most literal way. thanks for sharing!

Kitty said...

cool, Ken
Where is this taken from? I'm not sure I know that glass tower to the north

Oakland Daily Photo said...

Once those towers went in, there went the penthouse views for those in the brick building.

Laurie SF said...

Doorman and unobstructed views of the East River...my father-in-law just sold his penthouse view from a brick building...

Rune Eide said...

I think I prefer "the old version"

Curlykale said...

I like the way the bridge draws the eye away into the distance.
You're on the money with this one Ken.

C.K

sonia a. mascaro said...

Fantastic picture!
Amazing these trees on the roof of the building!

Laurie Allee said...

This is just beautiful, Ken. It's like we're gliding above the city.

Banjo52 said...

Yes, old vs. new is very clear here. I have nothing to add except the question, Does anyone think the new is as attractive? If not, why did it evolve . . . EVERYWHERE? Economics is my guess, but I've never heard an explanation.

Anonymous said...

that's one of the prettiest things I've ever seen.

Louis la Vache said...

Ken - link this to Sunday Bridges this coming Sunday!

James said...

I love it! Nice one.

Sharon Creech said...

Love the soft greens and blues and this amazing scene.

Lloyd said...

Awesome photography. I adore it.
Thanks for sharing this to us.



Seattle Real Estate | Office 2010