The Good Life in Virginia: Shadows Against a Deserted House-New Castle, Virginia

19 June 2009

Shadows Against a Deserted House-New Castle, Virginia

Character is like a tree and reputation like a shadow. The shadow is what we think of it; the tree is the real thing-Abraham Lincoln

15 comments:

earthtoholly.com said...: Oh, I love old, deserted farmhouses...the weathered wood, forgotten by all but invasive foliage... Very nice shot, Erin.; 19 June, 2009 09:28
Anonymous said...: What a great man he was and what a well thought out photo! Nice shot. I'm always a fan of old buildings and the history they hold.

Di
The Blue Ridge Gal; 19 June, 2009 11:54
Gaelyn said...: Nice effect with the tree shadows. Make the old house look a little creepy and even more abandoned.; 19 June, 2009 12:14
Patty said...: I love that photo. You did a great job capturing the shadows; 19 June, 2009 13:38
Laughing Orca Ranch said...: Very creatively captured. You've got great a great eye, Erin.

I like the quote, too. :)

I hope you enjoy a wonderful weekend,

~Lisa; 19 June, 2009 21:01
Michele said...: Oh wow... totally lovin' that shadow... the old weathered building with that silhouetted tree shadow is PERFECT!!! What a great photo opportunity!; 20 June, 2009 10:23
Daryl said...: Erin, that is just wonderful.. the shadows are merely a compliment to that amazing old building ... kudos!; 20 June, 2009 11:45
Barb said...: Erin, Your compositions are always intriguing. The building itself is "shadowy" - the shadow of the tree looks more substantial. Lincoln's words go so well with it.; 20 June, 2009 16:33
penny said...: That is a fabulous photo. It would look awesome framed and hanging on a wall. Its a very artistic shot!; 20 June, 2009 19:03
The Good Life in Virginia said...: hi everyone...thank you for the wonderful comments regarding my shot. this old house is a favorite and i love to photograph it in different seasons...
have a wonderful evening all.; 20 June, 2009 19:40
CountryDew said...: Nice shot.; 21 June, 2009 14:18
MedaM said...: This is fantastic photo. The shadows against a deserted house give the photo some misterious look.; 22 June, 2009 08:05
SandyCarlson said...: That is a wonderful, wonderful shot.; 22 June, 2009 09:49
A New England Life said...: Okay, it's a little creepy! But cool too! Good eye ; ); 24 June, 2009 16:22
Merisi said...: Picture and quote: perfect symmetry!; 25 June, 2009 06:26

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