Saturday, September 15, 2007

Bond Store


This shot is another in my study of Brisbane's Customs House. Under the grand old building was purported to be the original bond store. This window is set into the large stone wall that forms the riverbank. Judging by the inclusions in the wall, the wharf was once directly attached to this rock face and goods would have been loaded and unloaded from ships and held within the customs complex. I have no idea if these rooms are still accessible, but there is a certain romance they now convey. I particularly like the way this early morning light plays across the face of the stone to show the texture in all its glory. (OM4, zuiko 50mm f3.5 macro, f11, FP4 @ 125)

1 comment:

Nicole said...

Wonderfully contrasty. The textures do indeed pop out and I like the mystique of the off centre window. Tones and composition neatly balanced and I also enjoyed seeing the print of this recently!