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As a photographer, a common theme I like to find is minimal geometry and patterns in nature or man-made objects.
This photo represents geometrical patterns and shapes created by the architecture and reflection of the Prudential Plaza in Jacksonville, FL. I walk past this building so many times, but one day managed to stand underneath it, and discovered this magic.
The architect is KBJ Architects from Jacksonville, FL, a firm responsible for shaping the incoming Jacksonville skyline we have today.
Please let me know if you have any thoughts or comments on how I can improve this.
If you are interested in more architectural abstraction, please check out my [Abstract Photography Album]
Thanks for your time!
As a photographer, a common theme I like to find is minimal geometry and patterns in nature or man-made objects.
This photo represents geometrical patterns and shapes created by the architecture and reflection of the Prudential Plaza in Jacksonville, FL. I walk past this building so many times, but one day managed to stand underneath it, and discovered this magic.
The architect is KBJ Architects from Jacksonville, FL, a firm responsible for shaping the incoming Jacksonville skyline we have today.
Please let me know if you have any thoughts or comments on how I can improve this.
If you are interested in more architectural abstraction, please check out my [Abstract Photography Album]
Thanks for your time!
Whilamut Passage Bridge (2011 & 2013), official name for the Willamette River Interstate-5 Bridges, a pair of new deck arch concrete bridges spanning the Willamette River at Eugene in Lane County, Oregon. The name honors the area’s native population. Construction began in 2009; the west span was completed in 2011, and the east span was completed and opened in August 2013. They carry Interstate-5 traffic and replaced an earlier bridge completed in 1961. Contractors: Hamilton Construction Company / Slayden Construction. Lead Engineers: OBEC Consulting Engineers / TY Lin International. Owner: Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT). Exposure blend: 6s + 13s + 25s.
Apologies I've been off the radar this week with posting and commenting. I am on nightshift doing what I do best... closing major roads and improving things for the travelling public! In this case it is the A9, however once my TM crews closed the road it was all for our structures team and I got a rare few hours do do some photography. I pass my images to the company for marketing purposes which sorta adds as my contribution to the wider good!
This was the first of our 4 closures of the A9 between Luncarty and Barnum to construct the 4 over bridges throughout the A9 Dualling works in that section.
I wasn't sure how the long exposure of the lift and turn with the crane would come out but I think it has worked well!
As a photographer, a common theme I like to find is minimal geometry and patterns in nature or man-made objects. Architecture always lends to abstraction if you know where to look. This photo was taken just the other day at a certain terminal at LAX.
Im not sure posting a work pic from back in the summer still passes as working from home... but hey we are all entitled to a 5 min break!
Simple enough night shot showing the beams to one of our principal structures on my current project being lifted into place.
Im defo finding this working from home a challenge for many reasons. There is just too much going on around the house with the whole family being here and constant IT issues with the company systems making everything take twice as long! Hey ho... at least we are all safe. I hope you all are too... Keeps Safe!
As a photographer, a common theme I like to find is minimal geometry and patterns in nature or man-made objects.
This photo represents geometrical patterns and shapes created by the architecture and reflection of the Prudential Plaza in Jacksonville, FL. I walk past this building so many times, but one day managed to stand underneath it, and discovered this magic.
The architect is KBJ Architects from Jacksonville, FL, a firm responsible for shaping the incoming Jacksonville skyline we have today.
Please let me know if you have any thoughts or comments on how I can improve this.
If you are interested in more architectural abstraction, please check out my [Abstract Photography Album]
Thanks for your time!
A masonry bridge constructed in 1907. Found along the Tai Tam Waterworks Heritage Trail on Hong Kong Island.
I spent nearly half of a century working as a civil engineer and designing buildings was one of the tasks I particularly enjoyed. My career as a civil engineer allowed me to become a photographer, but more than that, an artist free from the one constraint that makes being an artist so difficult -- trying to earn a living as an artist. I have incredible empathy and respect for photographers and artists struggling to put food on their tables, to keep a roof over their heads, and to be present with their families. Some of the greatest artists and photographers in the world lived in abject poverty and struggled throughout their lives.
Because I am free to do whatever I want as an artist, I am trying to use this opportunity to allow everyone who might see my photographs or read my words to stop and think about life, to ponder the wonders of creation, and to see beyond the shallowness of day-to-day events that are almost entirely focused on negativity and hate -- to see the light in an increasingly dark world and to maintain hope, because a light shines brightest in the darkest moments.
New Harmony, IN
2024
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The El Ferdan Railway Bridge: the longest swing bridge in the world (340m), crosses the Suez Canal connecting Sinai to the rest of Egypt - constructed 2001 to replace that destroyed in 1967 (Six-Day War)
Gasometers reflected in the Regents Canal in East London. I am fond of these victorian structures and several appear in my photostream. Happy New Year to you all!
Whilamut Passage Bridge (2011 & 2013), official name for the Willamette River Interstate-5 Bridges, a pair of new deck arch concrete bridges spanning the Willamette River at Eugene in Lane County, Oregon. The name honors the area’s native population. Construction began in 2009; the west span was completed in 2011, and the east span was completed and opened in August 2013. They carry Interstate-5 traffic and replaced an earlier bridge completed in 1961. Contractors: Hamilton Construction Company / Slayden Construction. Lead Engineers: OBEC Consulting Engineers / TY Lin International. Owner: Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT). The Knickerbocker Bicycle Bridge (1980) is visible in background. Stitch-panorama from 5 vertical images. Nikon PC-Nikkor 28mm f/3.5 at f/16.
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I photographed the Memorial Bridge in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, which connects Portsmouth to Kittery, Maine. Built in 1923 and renovated in 2013, the bridge is a tribute to engineering brilliance and historical preservation. Its lift mechanism, designed to allow ships to traverse the Piscataqua River, showcases a perfect blend of form and function.
The striking industrial design of the bridge, with its complex network of steel beams and chains, creates a captivating visual against the serene waters below. This structure is not just a means of transportation but a living testament to the ingenuity of the past century.
Portsmouth's rich history and picturesque landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for such architectural marvels. Exploring the waterfront area reveals the deep connection between the town's historic roots and vibrant present.
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Last week when I stopped to photograph the train bridge that crosses Interstate 40 in western Putnam County, I also took a couple of shots of the pinned connection that I was standing right next to. Being a Structural Engineer, this is just some of the coolest stuff anywhere!! This particular bridge connection is a pinned type that restricts movement in the vertical and the horizontal direction but allows rotation. This is a view from underneath the actual bridge where you can see the entire pinned connection. Cool, huh?!?
This was three bracketed photos that I combined in Photomatix to create this HDR. Further tweaks were made in PS.
By the way, did I mention that I love bridges...and this is the coolest thing ever?!?
There are 14 bridges over the Cumberland River in Nashville/Davidson County, and this is one of the oldest. Construction ran from 1927-28 and was two lanes across the river for Old Hickory Blvd., the large loop around the city. In the 1960s, a second bridge was opened next to this one so that each direction could have two lanes. In addition to the 2nd bridge, the street, which used to not curve here, was changed. All the traffic between Hermitage and Madison was routed across the new "Highway 56" which runs parallel to Old Hickory Boulevard from here to Gallatin Pike.
Three bracketed photos were taken and combined with Photomatix to create this HDR image. Additional adjustments were made in Photoshop.
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Armitage Bridge (1887), also called Coburg Railroad Bridge and McKenzie River Railroad Bridge (historically, John Day Railroad Bridge), is a single span Whipple through truss bridge over the McKenzie River, between Eugene and Coburg. This bridge has been moved once. Originally erected in 1887 across the John Day River at the confluence with the Columbia River, it was dismantled and relocated here in 1907 by the American Bridge Company for new owners, Southern Pacific Railroad. This bridge was designed by prominent American civil engineer and great bridge engineer, George S. Morison, who designed many major bridges, some of similar configuration to this one. The bridge is made of wrought iron, pin-connected, and riveted throughout, making it one of the few remaining bridges of its era. Further, while this bridge was a relatively small project for Morison, it remains one of the few surviving Morison bridges of this distinctive configuration. Notable features are the deep lattice portal bracing, mid-height horizontal beam in the end panels and cast-iron decorative details, like the date plate. Lane County, Oregon, USA. Nikon PC-Nikkor 35mm f/2.8 at f/11.
The Waibaidu Bridge in Shanghai. Two 52m spans, the first and only surviving 'camelback' truss bridge (1907) in China.
FEC New River Bridge (1978) is a single-leaf bascule railroad bridge spanning the navigable New River in downtown Fort Lauderdale. The design type is a through plate girder bridge of total span 70 feet /21.3m, providing a horizontal boat navigable clearance of 60 feet/18.3m. Additionally, the bridge comprises three 25-foot approach spans, plus a 14-foot machinery room span, from the north; and two 25-foot spans from the south. Notable was the use of weathering steel to eliminate environmental concerns around initial and future painting. By 1985, the weathering steel had reportedly reached a stable condition for its environment. One of the design criteria for this bridge was to double-track the crossing, removing the bottleneck of a single track bridge at this location dating back to 1912. Now, in the 21st Century, as freight trains are once again sharing the tracks with passenger trains operated by Brightline, alternatives are being studied through the New River Crossing Feasibility Study to further expand capacity by tunnel and various fixed/movable bridge replacement options. Owner: Florida East Coast Railway Company (FEC). Engineer: Greiner Engineering Sciences Inc. General Contractor: Powell Brothers Inc. Broward County, Florida, USA. Nikon PC-Nikkor 28mm f/3.5 at f/11.
Booth-Kelly Railroad Bridge (1882), now called Hayden Bridge, is a single span Whipple through truss spanning the McKenzie River in Springfield. A Whipple truss is a (stronger) variation of the Pratt truss, also called a “Double Intersection Pratt”, characterized by diagonal tension members crossing adjacent verticals, thereby spanning two panels instead of just one for the Pratt truss. It is considered the oldest surviving bridge in Oregon, while rare and significant for its wrought iron Phoenix columns. This bridge has been moved once. Originally built in 1882 by Phoenixville Bridge Works at Corrine, Utah, it was dismantled and relocated in 1901 to its current location to serve the since abandoned Weyerhaeuser Logging Railway. The bridge was abandoned in 1987, then decked for pedestrian use and reopened in 2019. Notable also is the use of longitudinal bracing rods beneath the bottom chord bracing the deck beams. Lane County, Oregon, USA.
Earl Blumenauer Bicycle and Pedestrian Bridge (2022), is a tied-arch type bridge design spanning the Interstate 84 freeway in Portland, Oregon, USA. The bridge is aligned with NE 7th Avenue, connecting neighborhoods in Northeast Portland for bicycle and pedestrian users, but not for vehicular traffic. The design does accommodate use by emergency vehicles in the event of some catastrophic or seismic emergency. Previously known during design development as Sullivan’s Crossing, the bridge was dedicated and named for Congressman Earl Blumenauer, advocate for rail and streetcar mass transit, and promoter of commuting by bicycle. Construction was completed in 2022.
Whilamut Passage Bridge (2011 & 2013), official name for the Willamette River Interstate-5 Bridges, a pair of new deck arch concrete bridges spanning the Willamette River at Eugene in Lane County, Oregon. The name honors the area’s native population. Construction began in 2009; the west span was completed in 2011, and the east span was completed and opened in August 2013. They carry Interstate-5 traffic and replaced an earlier bridge completed in 1961. Contractors: Hamilton Construction Company / Slayden Construction. Lead Engineers: OBEC Consulting Engineers / TY Lin International. Owner: Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT). The Knickerbocker Bicycle Bridge (1980) is visible in background.
Booth-Kelly Railroad Bridge (1882), now called Hayden Bridge, is a single span Whipple through truss spanning the McKenzie River in Springfield. A Whipple truss is a (stronger) variation of the Pratt truss, also called a “Double Intersection Pratt”, characterized by diagonal tension members crossing adjacent verticals, thereby spanning two panels instead of just one for the Pratt truss. It is considered the oldest surviving bridge in Oregon, while rare and significant for its wrought iron Phoenix columns. This bridge has been moved once. Originally built in 1882 by Phoenixville Bridge Works at Corrine, Utah, it was dismantled and relocated in 1901 to its current location to serve the since abandoned Weyerhaeuser Logging Railway. The bridge was abandoned in 1987, then decked for pedestrian use and reopened in 2019. Notable also is the use of longitudinal bracing rods beneath the bottom chord bracing the deck beams. Lane County, Oregon, USA.
Old Railroad Bridge in Nashville, TN crossing the Cumberland River just north of James Robertson Parkway and Nissan Stadium. A beautiful piece of structural engineering!
Three bracketed photos were taken with a handheld Nikon D5000 and combined with Photomatix Pro to create this HDR image. Additional adjustments were made in Photoshop.
"For I know the plans I have for you", declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." ~Jeremiah 29:11
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Springfield Railroad Bridge (1911), also called Union Pacific Springfield Railroad Bridge for the line that it carries, is a traditional railroad through truss bridge over the Willamette River, between Springfield and Eugene. The design is comprised of a Pratt truss secondary span (left) and a Parker truss main span (right), with trestle approach spans (not visible). A Parker truss is a variation of the older flat-topped Pratt truss; note how the taller Parker truss is essentially a Pratt truss (left) with a polygonal top chord. Originally built in 1911, it is reported that the main span (Parker truss) was strengthened extensively in 1925. Notable features are the riveted construction and pin-connected framing. Lane County, Oregon, USA.
Springfield Railroad Bridge (1911), also called Union Pacific Springfield Railroad Bridge for the line that it carries, is a traditional railroad through truss bridge over the Willamette River, between Springfield and Eugene. The design is comprised of a Pratt truss secondary span (left) and a Parker truss main span (right), with trestle approach spans (not visible). A Parker truss is a variation of the older flat-topped Pratt truss; note how the taller Parker truss is essentially a Pratt truss (left) with a polygonal top chord. Originally built in 1911, it is reported that the main span (Parker truss) was strengthened extensively in 1925. Notable features are the riveted construction and pin-connected framing. Lane County, Oregon, USA.
Armitage Bridge (1887), also called Coburg Railroad Bridge and McKenzie River Railroad Bridge (historically, John Day Railroad Bridge), is a single span Whipple through truss bridge over the McKenzie River, between Eugene and Coburg. This bridge has been moved once. Originally erected in 1887 across the John Day River at the confluence with the Columbia River, it was dismantled and relocated here in 1907 by the American Bridge Company for new owners, Southern Pacific Railroad. This bridge was designed by prominent American civil engineer and great bridge engineer, George S. Morison, who designed many major bridges, some of similar configuration to this one. The bridge is made of wrought iron, pin-connected, and riveted throughout, making it one of the few remaining bridges of its era. Further, while this bridge was a relatively small project for Morison, it remains one of the few surviving Morison bridges of this distinctive configuration. Notable features are the deep lattice portal bracing, mid-height horizontal beam in the end panels and cast-iron decorative details, like the date plate. Lane County, Oregon, USA. Nikon PC-E Micro Nikkor 85mm f/2.8D