Geographical Confusion

On February 9, 2014 By Fred KingIn Architecture, buildings, Nikon D7000, Portland, SignageLeave a comment

Two buildings on Albina St. in NE Portland, OR.

Whimsy mixed with…..

On February 5, 2014February 5, 2014 By Fred KingIn Architecture, Art, buildings, Nikon D7000, Seattle, ThoughtsLeave a comment

Georgetown is an odd mix of light industry, residential, artists lofts and retail space in very old buildings. Fascinating that all of these elements can co-exist and thrive. The brick building is part of the very old Seattle Brewery. Not sure what the plan is, but it looks like this building in the old complex is getting a facelift and some major structural help. The Sandbox is an indoor beach playground for children of all ages. The crow on the bottom image seems to be watching over the Vespa scooter.

Seattle’s Oldest Neighborhood

On February 4, 2014 By Fred KingIn Architecture, B&W, buildings, Nikon D7000, reflection, SeattleLeave a comment

Walking around Georgetown, Seattle’s oldest neighborhood, recently. The day was sunny and clear so I thought it would be a good day for shadows and reflections.

Bugs Bunny Should Know about this!

On January 21, 2014 By Fred KingIn Architecture, Art, buildings, Nikon D7000, Portland, ThoughtsLeave a comment

Spotted last week along Albina Ave., NE Portland.

So much Americana

On January 18, 2014 By Fred KingIn Architecture, Brooklyn, buildings, design, Nikon D7000, Red HookLeave a comment

Walking Around the Pike Place Market

On January 8, 2014 By Fred KingIn Architecture, B&W, Blue Sky, buildings, Nikon D7000, Pike Place Market, Seattle, VehicleLeave a comment

Some views shot from behind the Pike Place Market, Seattle, WA.

Escapes

On December 27, 2013December 27, 2013 By Fred KingIn Architecture, Brooklyn, buildings, design, Nikon D7000Leave a comment

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Chambers Bay

On December 15, 2013 By Fred KingIn B&W, buildings, Nikon D7000, Puget Sound, WashingtonLeave a comment

Wrought Iron

On December 14, 2013 By Fred KingIn Architecture, Brooklyn, buildings, New York, Nikon D7000Leave a comment

Space Needle

On December 9, 2013 By Fred KingIn Architecture, B&W, buildings, Nikon D7000, SeattleLeave a comment

Finding Warmer Climes

On December 6, 2013 By Fred KingIn Architecture, blossoms, buildings, cactus, California Missions, design, Flowers, gardenLeave a comment

While the temp outside hangs around 28 degrees I thought I needed to be reminded of a warmer place and time. These two images were shot at a California Mission, probably Camino Real or Mission Soledad.

First Hill, Seattle, WA.

On November 24, 2013 By Fred KingIn Architecture, buildings, design, fading ad, Nikon D7000, SeattleLeave a comment

Faded ad on old Baker Linen Co. building. New condos on the right.

CenturyLink Field

On September 17, 2013 By Fred KingIn Architecture, buildings, design, Nikon D7000, SeattleLeave a comment

Morning shot as I was waiting to take the train at King St. Station.

Alki Lighthouse Pt. 2

On September 6, 2013 By Fred KingIn Alki Point, boat, Elliott Bay, Houses, Nikon D7000Leave a comment

A couple of views from the lighthouse. A kayaker and Queen Anne Hill in the distance.

Asymmetry

On July 27, 2013 By Fred KingIn buildings, design, Manhattan, New York, Nikon D7000, rose2 Comments

A newer building on the Lower East Side of Manhattan. Can’t recall the exact address, but it does stand out in context with the surrounding buildings.

Steeple

On May 31, 2013 By Fred KingIn Architecture, Blue Sky, Nikon D7000, PortlandLeave a comment

Views from a Brooklyn Rooftop

On May 30, 2013May 30, 2013 By Fred KingIn Architecture, Blue Sky, Brooklyn, Fall, Manhattan, New York, Nikon D7000, treeLeave a comment

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Green-Wood Cemetery: Skylights for the Dead

On April 20, 2013 By Fred KingIn Architecture, Brooklyn, buildings, New York, Nikon D7000, Thoughts1 Comment

At the top of a hill in the cemetery there are rows of these Skylights for the crypts below. I’m not sure the dead are appreciating the extra light they are receiving, but……as with all burial places, they are probably more for the living than the deceased. I just found these rows of skylights fascinating and even peered down into the one with the broken glass. Design-wise I am not sure what period these skylights were placed there. Guessing early 20th Century…. but????? Green-Wood should be on everyone’s Bucket List.

Green-Wood Cemetery, Brooklyn

On April 20, 2013April 20, 2013 By Fred KingIn Architecture, Brooklyn, buildings, design, New York, Nikon D70003 Comments

If a cemetery can be a destination place to visit, then Green-Wood should be on everyone’s list. Many crypts are built into hillsides, the architecture of the entranceway is Gothic and very detailed; it seems to change colors with the changing light of day. From a distance it almost has a Disneyland-esque sensibility. Many of the wealthiest of New York are buried here as well as historical figures.