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Camera: Olympus C-70 / C-7000 Zoom
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
Date: Apr 8, 2008
Aperture: F/4
ISO: 80
Shutter: 1/800
Galleries: Urban, Still Life
Date Uploaded: Apr 8, 2008

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 I've passed this forbidden place for years on downtown Pittsburgh's "Jail Trail" (a walking/biking trail so named for its proximity to the jail). I like the irony of the sign. It's a little overexposed, but I thought that added to the contrast and overall harsh effect.

EDIT: One of the comments made me think to add that this shot is about two miles from the jail, so it really has nothing to do with that. The "Jail Trail" originates at the jail, but is a rails-to-trails project that runs several miles along the Mon River.

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 04/17/2008 11:08:20 PM
I'm wondering what kind of emergency would warrant someone to want to enter!? I agree with cogeroxabout the perspective.
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 04/15/2008 02:41:06 PM
I really like the skewed perspective which adds to its impact.
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 04/09/2008 11:22:06 PM
Well done for capturing something you've always intended to.
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 04/09/2008 09:14:55 AM
Unfortunately, this type scene is stumbled upon way to often. Nice contrast and angle of the shot.
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 04/09/2008 03:22:07 AM
Strong contrast with an equally strong message
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 04/08/2008 10:52:30 PM
Before I read your comments, I was looking at the sign thinking what a wonderful find! Love the surroundings, it all works so well together.
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 04/08/2008 10:13:28 PM
WOW this has a strong statement ant I like the high key approach.....
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 04/08/2008 10:11:17 PM
Harsh effect is definitely right. Urban decay for certain. Great capture.
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