Structure 1: The first architecture photos were taken at St. Thomas church in Ann Arbor. I decided to photograph this building because of its old age and the detail in the bricks and stained-glass windows. In the photo "Long ago...", I highlighted the large window and arches by 'framing' the center with tree branches. In the photo "Doorway", I had trouble getting the angle right, but I am happy with how the finished photo turned out.
Structure 2: The location I took these photos was AACRC in Ann Arbor. This church's design uses a lot of triangles and long vertical lines. The photo "Triangle" displays this, with its triangular shaped roof and long, vertical wood panels. While looking for places to take photos, I spotted some cylinder-shaped metal tomato cages leaning against the back wall. These cages seemed like a interesting subject, so I tried some unusual angles with my camera, and ended up with this future-like look.
Structure 3: After taking photos of structure 4, I decided to go across the street to this church and get architecture photos there. The church was empty, and I took the pictures around dusk. I decided to title the first photo "Lonely" because of the one lone light, and the shadows it cast off of the many bricks. The next photo has many geometric shapes and lines in it, and I think the blueprint highlights that part of the image. These two images give off a lonely yet proud feel, because of the angle is used, which makes the building seem to stand tall.
Structure 4: My favorite architecture photos were the ones I took of this old, abandoned barn. I have driven past this barn many times, and have always wondered what it looked like up close. The barn is caving in on one side, covered in ivy, has many broken windows, and old farm equipment can be found inside. The dark hues in these images give off a spooky and eerie feel. I am very proud of how these photos ended up, and enjoyed the process of taking and editing them.
Structure 5: The last structure was my very own house. I decided that instead of getting the whole building in the frame, I would focus on small contrasting details, that make up the structure. After all, my house wouldn't exist without the bricks that hold it upright. I am happy with how the image "Contrast" was composed. I think it is interesting how the two very different surfaces meet so abruptly. These last photos give emphasis on parts of architecture that are often overlooked.