Chicago Union Station
May 15, 2014 08:28:19 #
"Union Station is a major railroad station for passengers, which opened in 1925 in Chicago, when it replaced the station built in 1881. It is now the only intercity rail terminal in Chicago, as well as being the city's primary terminal for commuter trains. The station stands on the west side of the Chicago River between West Adams Street and West Jackson Boulevard, just outside the Chicago Loop. Including approach and storage tracks, it is about nine and a half city blocks in size. Its facilities are mostly underground, buried almost entirely beneath streets and skyscrapers.
Chicago Union Station is the 3rd busiest rail terminal in the United States, handling approximately 120,000 passengers on an average weekday, and one of Chicagos most iconic structures, reflecting the citys strong architectural heritage and historical achievements. Its combination of Bedford limestone Beaux-Arts facades, massive Corinthian columns, sparkling marble floors, and magnificent Great Hall, all highlighted by brass lamps, creates an environment that captures the allure and imagination of passengers and visitors that access its premises. In addition to standing out architecturally, Union Station has features that reflect its commitment to sustainability. In 2011, its lighting system was replaced with more energy-efficient light bulbs and motion sensors, reducing the stations carbon footprint by 4 million tons annually.
Chicago Union Station was designated as one of Americas Great Places by the American Planning Association (APA) in 2012. The Great Places program by APA highlights places streets, neighborhoods, and public spaces around America that exhibit exemplary character, quality, and planning. These places are unique in their cultural and historical significance, sense of community, and vision. Other criteria include architectural features, accessibility, functionality, and community involvement. Chicago Union Station is considered a Great Public Space by APA, which are spaces in the public realm that promotes social activity and community cohesiveness. These spaces are safe and inviting, well-maintained, and attractive, both visually and in functionality. In addition, local culture and history are reflected within the space."
(courtesy of Wikipedia)
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Chicago Union Station is the 3rd busiest rail terminal in the United States, handling approximately 120,000 passengers on an average weekday, and one of Chicagos most iconic structures, reflecting the citys strong architectural heritage and historical achievements. Its combination of Bedford limestone Beaux-Arts facades, massive Corinthian columns, sparkling marble floors, and magnificent Great Hall, all highlighted by brass lamps, creates an environment that captures the allure and imagination of passengers and visitors that access its premises. In addition to standing out architecturally, Union Station has features that reflect its commitment to sustainability. In 2011, its lighting system was replaced with more energy-efficient light bulbs and motion sensors, reducing the stations carbon footprint by 4 million tons annually.
Chicago Union Station was designated as one of Americas Great Places by the American Planning Association (APA) in 2012. The Great Places program by APA highlights places streets, neighborhoods, and public spaces around America that exhibit exemplary character, quality, and planning. These places are unique in their cultural and historical significance, sense of community, and vision. Other criteria include architectural features, accessibility, functionality, and community involvement. Chicago Union Station is considered a Great Public Space by APA, which are spaces in the public realm that promotes social activity and community cohesiveness. These spaces are safe and inviting, well-maintained, and attractive, both visually and in functionality. In addition, local culture and history are reflected within the space."
(courtesy of Wikipedia)
Had a Meetup here on This past Tuesday. Thanks for looking and your comments are always welcome.
May 15, 2014 08:37:07 #
Yep. I recognize the Burlington even though it says, "Metra". It is a neat station. I also liked the old C&NW station. Too bad it is gone. My dad used to have his office right across the street from that station at Washington blvd. & Canal streets. Very nice series!
May 15, 2014 09:26:39 #
May 16, 2014 11:53:41 #
I go through there from time to time. You have done a fine job, under varying lighting, capturing some of the essence. Technically fine, compositionally clarifying.
May 16, 2014 12:13:34 #
I'll tell you an old photography trick. You might know it already, you might not.
If you are using a tripod and people are in the way. Take one picture. Then after they move take another, then one more for good measure. It makes Cloning them out in PP after a piece of cake. Will give the impression you were the only one there.
If you are using a tripod and people are in the way. Take one picture. Then after they move take another, then one more for good measure. It makes Cloning them out in PP after a piece of cake. Will give the impression you were the only one there.
May 16, 2014 13:37:34 #
artBob wrote:
I go through there from time to time. You have done a fine job, under varying lighting, capturing some of the essence. Technically fine, compositionally clarifying.
Thanks, that means a lot to me.
May 16, 2014 13:38:55 #
Bill Houghton wrote:
I'll tell you an old photography trick. You might know it already, you might not.
If you are using a tripod and people are in the way. Take one picture. Then after they move take another, then one more for good measure. It makes Cloning them out in PP after a piece of cake. Will give the impression you were the only one there.
If you are using a tripod and people are in the way. Take one picture. Then after they move take another, then one more for good measure. It makes Cloning them out in PP after a piece of cake. Will give the impression you were the only one there.
I have never heard of the trick before but I wanted the people in the frame. It was after all a very busy place during the afternoon rush.
May 16, 2014 13:47:44 #
Been there many times... Always go thru when the air and water show is in town... Very nice images :thumbup: :thumbup:
May 17, 2014 00:13:31 #
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