Bob Yankle wrote:
The city where I love is a study in opposites - literally within blocks of each other, we have absolutely gorgeous architecture in the Historic District with houses that are kept in pristine condition - and yet a few streets away, things are not so.
The colors of paint on this house remind me of some I have seen in the city of New Orleans, which is why I stopped to photograph it in the first place. And while I did a credible job of bringing out the colors, Lynne looked at it once and said "How tacky! It's a shame they would do that to such a beautiful house.
I have heard the comment here that PP is used to cover up a bad photograph. If anyone is so inclined, you have my permission to download this picture, apply a thick coating of Neon Glow (or any other effect) and upload to this thread. Have fun!
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Very interesting to find out that the colors of the house are historical for its architecture. I love funky-looking homes. One reason I like college towns and not ticky-tack developments. For anyone who has young children or grandchildren, I recommend a book that was one of my and my kids' favorites: "The Big Orange Splot" by Daniel Pinkwater.