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Pacific Central
Made by Clayton Perry Photoworks
Artist : Vladas Vildžiunas - USA Location : Thornton Park, Vancouver Media : Stainless steel The Lithuanian sculptor Vladas Vildžiunas original concept for this figurative sculpture was a lady walking in a park in solitude with breezes adding movement to her garments. In 1972, the model this sculpture was based on acquired the name Barbora, a significant figure in Lithuanian history. An important year in the struggle for Lithuanian autonomy, it was in 1972 that the self burning of a young man protesting the soviet-occupation was followed by spontaneous public demonstrations. At the same time rehearsals of a play based on the medieval love story of Žygimantas Augustas the King of the independent state of Lithuania and Poland, to a beautiful noble widow Barbora Radvilaite (crowned queen and later poisoned by her mother-in-law) was taking place. Due to the play's hidden patriotic meaning, it was soon banned. The plays director had to seek refuge, which he did in the home of Vladas Vildžiunas. When the actress playing the role of Barbora in the play came to the garden in her theatre costume, everyone noticed her striking similarity to the sculpture, which then acquired the name Barbora. After 10 years, a similar sculpture was installed in Vilnius, still it was forbidden to be called Barbora until Lithuania again became an independent nation. In 1997 the original plaster model Barbora was made into this large stainless steel sculpture by Vladas' son Kunotas. Vladas Vildžiunas, named Honoured Artist of Lithuania in 1982, has created some of the most influential and important monumental works in Eastern Europe with his work exhibited in many major cities in North America and Europe. The inclusion of this work in the Vancouver Biennale represents his Canadian debut. For more information visit www.publicartinla.com/UCLAArt
Colours of Chinatown
Made by Eric Flexyourhead
It's definitely great living just steps away from the gate to Vancouver's Chinatown. Got a camera to play with and try out? Just head down the street and get to work. I'll have to thank my friend (who also just happens to be named Eric) for helping me with my 40D experiment... ever since the E-3 came home, I kept having second thoughts, wondering if perhaps I should have just gone back and gotten another 40D. My impressions after having gone from the 40D, back to my old E-500, on to the new E-3, and then back to the 40D for this test? The 40D is great — a very capable performer — but I'm very pleased with my decision to stick with Olympus and pick up an E-3. Experiment successful, buyer's remorse gone! (Though I will note that the 40D's metering nails a good exposure pretty much every time and is really easy to get pleasing results from.) Chinatown, Vancouver. November 15, 2008. Oh, and if you're thinking about picking up Canon's 50mm f/1.8? Save your pennies and pop for the f/1.4. The difference in image quality is quite remarkable.
Grape Hyacinths, Strathcona
Made by Eric Flexyourhead
We interrupt the flow of Japan shots (I'm still going through the 2000 or so shot on the last trip) for a bit of Vancouver seen through the 40D mated to Canon's EF 50mm f/1.4... Thanks to for offering to swap lenses with me for the weekend and give the 50mm a try with my recently acquired 40D. My theory, of course, was that the 50mm would help me fall in love with the 40D again. I picked my 40D up with the 17-85mm kit lens and have been sort of disappointed in the overall performance. So much so that the 40D may be on its way out with an Olympus E-3 coming along one day in the not-so-distant future to replace it. (That should get the Canon guys going!) Do I like the 40D? Hell, yes! It's definitely a great camera and much better when not dragged down by the 17-85mm kit lens. I'm just not sure I'd rather have it over an E-3. Let's see what the future holds in store! I found these Grape Hyacinths on a wander east of Chinatown proper, somewhere along a sidewalk in Strathcona. April 20, 2008. Thanks for giving me some time with the 50mm, Vida!
Oasis in Urbanity
Made by Joming Lau
My right now is food, food security, poverty and urban citizens reconnecting with the earth. People are so disconnected from the planet these days, especially in the city. For many, especially those in poverty, all they ever see is the street... which to me is unfortunate, because I believe that everyone should have the chance to connect with other life forms on this planet... plants, insects, birds, etc... People should also have access to cheap nutritious food. What better way than to grow it yourself? To provide them with the means to do this is to empower someone to make a difference in the world. And in so many ways, local food is sustainable food! This is one of the plots in the community gardens where I work. An oasis of nature near the Downtown Eastside, one of the poorest neighbourhoods in Canada. Just behind me, just beyond the blackberry bushes is a strip of industrial warehouses.
Strathcona cat
Made by Eric Flexyourhead
One more interruption in the flow of Japan shots... Thanks to for offering to swap lenses with me for the weekend and give the 50mm a try with my recently-acquired 40D. My theory, of course, was that the 50mm would help me fall in love with the 40D again. I picked my 40D up with the 17-85mm kit lens and have been sort of disappointed in the overall performance. So much so that the 40D may be on its way out with an Olympus E-3 coming along one day in the not-so-distant future to replace it. (That should get the Canon guys going!) Do I like the 40D? Hell, yes! It's definitely a great camera and much better when not dragged down by the 17-85mm kit lens. I'm just not sure I'd rather have it over an E-3. Let's see what the future holds in store! I met this guy while wandering through Vancouver's Strathcona neighbourhood. April 20, 2008. Thanks for giving me some time with the 50mm, Vida!
VPL-CVA-False-Creek-Bridge-1893
Made by Leedman
False Creek Bridge 1893 Looking toward Mt. Pleasant. Bridge on which street car runs was built in 1890 for especial use of street cars to be drawn by horses. On left old slaughter houses at mouth of Brewery Creek. Street car, single track up Westminster Ave hill, (now Main St). Tower of Fire Hall on n.e cor. 9th Ave (Broadway) and Quebec. Originally very easily crossed at low tide; tide here is high. Used as a crossing since earliest times. First bridge across False Creek built here about 1872. This photo was taken after brick Mt Pleasant School, see tower on skyline beside top of trolly wire pole. Water to east (left) & bridge now filled in and known as Main St, Thornton Park and Canadian National Railway Station. Location has long history. Indian [First Nations] name Ki-wah-usks, i.e., two points exactly opposite.
![[View of the Great Northern (Union) and Canadian National Stations and Thornton Park]](http://static.flickr.com/5134/5456681475_439300e151_t.jpg)
[View of the Great Northern (Union) and Canadian National Stations and Thornton Park]
Made by City of Vancouver Archives
Item Number: PAN N101 Physical Description: 1 photograph: nitrate negative; 20 x 95 cm Date of Creation: Sept. 8, 1924 Scope and Content: Panoramic view showing the Hotel Ivanhoe, the G.N. and C.N. freight buildings and Massey-Harris Farm Implements. Photographer: Moore, W.J. Statement of Responsibility: W.J. Moore Photo Private Records #: Add. MSS. 54 Part of Fonds: Major Matthews collection Part of Series: Collected photographs Part of Subseries: W.J. Moore Cirkut negatives Media Note: Cirkut Physical Condition: Mirroring throughout Numbering Note: Photographer's number 691.P. Subject and Geographical Classifications: Railroads - Stations Parks Hotels, taverns etc. Commercial Buildings Panoramic photographs Vancouver (B.C.)
800 Block of Main Street 1968/2009
Made by entheos_fog
This is on the east side of Main Street and now is a part of the Georgia Viaduct ramp. This whole block of Strathcona was demolished to make room for the viaduct, which was supposed to be a part of a freeway system to run through Strathcona, Chinatown and Gastown. Thankfully, protest stopped that from happening but not before the Georgia and Dunsmuir viaducts were completed. What's notable about this block, however, was the fact it was Vancouver's only concentrated black neighbourhood called Hogan's Alley. It is now, just a memory. More on Hogan's Alley: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hogan's_Alley,_Vancouver Black and white photo from the Vancouver Public Library website: www.vpl.ca/
Vintage Scarf Quilt by Ouno Design
Made by ouno design
This decorative bed covering (not a duvet cover) is reversible. This top side is made from vintage 60s and 70s silk and silk blend scarves in bold geometric patterns. The reverse side is linen-like hemp in a modern, neutral khaki/beige that goes with everything. The scarves are: 3 Vera scarves(the brightest ones); 2 Christian Dior (red and brown; green/lavender/beige); the mondrian pattern in blues and browns is a 1960s Swiss silk scarf; 2 Pierre Balmain (center scarf, and the pink/brown/white one on the corner); and a Pierre Cardin (top center, with geometric flowers). For more info go to www.ounodesign.com/ or my blog at blog.ounodesign.com.
Blue
Made by Lisa Bettany {Mostly Lisa}
i've become so hypercritical of my photography that I haven't been able to post any of my shots in ages. i literally have hundreds of shots that i've worked on and never put up because i don't think they are good enough. i think rigorous editing of your photos is an important process in a photographer's journey, but becoming a stubborn perfectionist ultimately hinders growth. Because of this unattainable need for technical perfection, my creativity has hit an all time low and I have lost confidence in my abilities. So, in an effort to jump start the process towards a more laissez-faire attitude in my artistic pursuits, i'm going to start sharing these imperfect shots, because if nothing else we can learn from my mistakes.
Vivid in Strathcona
Made by Eric Flexyourhead
Takahiro-san was asking for more spring tulip shots... so here we go! I actually got a tulip shot from this Strathcona frontyard garden last year (one year to the day, actually), and now I swear that the owner's sprinkler system has some kind of proximity sensor because as soon as you get close to the flowers, the sprinkers turn on. It's either a sensor or they're watching from the window and manually turning on the sprinklers to get rid of annoying photographers! Strathcona, Vancouver. May 3, 2009.
996 GT3 at Blitzkrieg Autowerks
Made by Eric Flexyourhead
It was time for my Golf GTI to get some scheduled TLC, so it was back to my good friends at Blitzkrieg Autowerks for an afternoon visit. Over the last two years I've watched the men at Blitzkrieg transform this customer's GT3 from standard to the carbon-fibre bodied, RSR-look, track-monster you see in front of you. And I definitely need to go back and get some proper shots of the shop's recently acquired 997 GT3 Cup at some point in the not-so-distant future. Blitzkrieg Autowerks, Vancouver. July 28, 2011.
(James) Bond
Made by Eric Flexyourhead
I've been trying to get a shot of (James) Bond the cat ever since the first time I met him while wandering in Strathcona more than year ago. The problem photographing this guy is that he's too friendly... always moving around, always rubbing against your leg and looking for a stroke or a scratch. Oh, and because I just have to walk down one street through Chinatown to find him, I'm always reminded of the Toy Dolls song James Bond Lives Down Our Street when I see him. Strathcona, Vancouver. March 26, 2009.
600 Block of Gore 1969/2009
Made by entheos_fog
This is on the west side of Gore. Although these three little houses are now gone, it's good to see the larger buildings on either side still there and in relatively decent shape. In the heart of Chinatown, there are no longer houses that front the street like this, although there are a few hidden houses behind storefronts that remain. By the looks of it, the infilled building was built fairly recently I would guess, and at least it fits the scale of the rest of the block. Top photo from the Vancouver Public Library website: www.vpl.ca/
*just kissed*
Made by Lisa Bettany {Mostly Lisa}
being all artsy with my processing. ooh. fancy. gradients. painting. blend modes. crazy. It's kind of a departure for me, because i'm usually all about tack sharp images, but for some reason this fuzzy, graininess, kinda adds something definitely artsy to this shot that was otherwise meh. and even if I look at it in a few days and say, what was I thinking? This is absolute crap at least I tried something new. i never regret learning new things. and i can't just rely on the same bag of tricks if i want to become a great photographer.
Pacific Central Station, Vancouver
Made by Uncle Buddha
One of three train stations in Vancouver at the time it was built in 1919 (along with Waterfront Station and the now-demolished Union Station), Pacific Central served as the western terminus of the Canadian Northern Railway, and later the Canadian National Railway. Today it is the only rail station serving trains from outside Metro Vancouver and is the western terminus for VIA Rail, the northern terminus of Amtrak's Cascade service and the Greyhound bus station. It's heritage status includes the neon sign ensuring its survival.
Colour in a can on a grey Vancouver day
Made by Eric Flexyourhead
Tom, Mike, and I met for an impromptu early Saturday morning photo wander. Sadly, the rain started falling moments before we met and we ended up spending most of our time getting wet or hiding inside, hoping the rain would stop. It never stopped. But at least the Aranciata I had on one of our stops provided some much-needed colour on a damp, grey Vancouver day. April 17, 2010.
Gary's 1.8T GTI
Made by Eric Flexyourhead
It might be the only shot from an outing I did with one of the regulars at dubberz that I don't mind. Of course, I only have myself to blame for not getting out and shooting Volkswagens on a more regular basis in the last year. Or maybe I'm just pickier with my shots than I was two years ago. Anyhow, thanks for letting me practice on your car, Gary! And it's refreshing to know that your ride quality is even worse than mine! July 12, 2009.
Prior Street Looking West 1969/2009
Made by entheos_fog
This is the 200 block of Prior Street, right beside the Georgia Viaduct, which was built in the early 1970s. There was an original Georgia Viaduct, but that was replaced by this one and the Dunsmuir Viaduct. BC Place Stadium, which is located in the distance, was built in 1983. Many of the structures on the left of the photo still remain but everything on the right was wiped out for the viaduct. Black and white photo from the Vancouver Public Library website: www.vpl.ca/
Kwong Hing Co. Meat Market
Made by Eric Flexyourhead
I have to thank my friend and coworker for letting me take her Peleng 8mm fisheye home to play with for the weekend. This is one of my first shots with this lens and I have to say it's extremely difficult to use: I'm forced to focus by calculating how far away my focal point is, because there's no way I can do it through the viewfinder on Mari's Kiss Digital X (that's a Rebel XTI for us in North America). Stopping down to f/8 helps a bit too, I think. Chinatown, Vancouver. December 6, 2008.
