Earl Moore
The Wall - Salisbury, NC

Sometimes I’ll give myself a challenge. A challenge like picking a subject which on the surface is boring and daring myself to find a way to photograph and process it into something interesting.

Earl Moore
Around the curve - Brick Wall

Red bricks — As I’ve said before they’re used a lot for building in this area and as I was walking the historic neighbor hood taking photos of the homes and morning light I kept coming upon brick walls. You’d think something with this many lines, textures and surfaces would be naturally interesting. Nope, a brick wall can make a really boring photo.

But a challenge is a challenge so here’s two images I came up with. The first a high straight wall and the second a gentle curving wall.

Have a good weekend everyone.   

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Steve Skinner
13 years ago

The image of the gentle curving wall has real mystery; I can help but wonder if someone is lurking around the corner.

Don
Don
13 years ago

A brick wall makes a fine challenge. Both are well done and interesting. The curved wall “wins” for me with the building in the shot and the inherent appeal of the curve in the bricks. Nice post.

Paul
13 years ago

Well, Earl, your processing sure made them interesting. I really like how you captured the curve of the wall in the bottom picture. You are just invited to walk along the wall and are guided right towards the house. Great post processing.

Ken Bello
13 years ago

There is very nice fall off on the light in the first photo and the second has a “just around the corner” appeal.
I like them both.

Mark
13 years ago

I know you didn’t ask anyone to pick between them, but I will express a preference for the second curved one. It is just an incredibly unique view and well seen. I agree, the processing also fits it very well.

Monte Stevens
13 years ago

From my perspective, the first image has a mysterious feel to it and the second one has an inviting feel to it. I like them both. And, I think everything is a subject with questions of how do we present it for others to enjoy.

Anita Jesse
13 years ago

As I am late to the party on these, I can’t add anything new. But, I will register another bravo! for the original captures and for the just right processing. My vote goes with the curved wall, just in case you are keeping score. :)