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IN THE FIELD: I Wonder
As you all know, I have this thing for old rusty machinery. In our nearby town is this old semi-trailer that was originally built in the late 1940’s. It’s been undisturbed and parked next to a creek for at least 20 years. I was photographing the play of early morning sunlight on the rusty parts as well as the areas of peeling paint.
The back doors are chained shut and secured with an ancient padlock. I have to wonder why the trailer is locked, and what kind of treasures may be stashed inside.
Photo specs. 35mm lens, ISO 100, f3.5 @ 1/40th handheld
That is a very interesting contrast of colors and textures!
I thought so too…I even played around with the flash on some shots to create more shadows but since the chains and door were facing into the sunlight the results didn’t work like I hoped. I needed to be there a few hours later when the door/chains would be in more shadow. Next time!
Yes, interesting composition.
I’m curious who the trailer belonged to…I found some markings from some company but the paint was mostly gone. The mystery continues…
Wonderful David. I also like the composition, it highlighted the shadow of the chain. Great job capturing the textures of the peeling paint and the rusty chains.
Thanks Gracie, it’s curious how the paint in the photo is peeling like crazy and in other places it’s not at all. It’s dull and flat but not peeling. There are places where several colors are showing…makes one wonder how many coats of paint are on the thing LOL.
I’m now curious as to what may be inside! I love the peeling paint and colours.
Me too! There is an antique shop nearby and maybe they know what sorts of thing are inside or even who owns the trailer. I looked at the padlock and I seriously doubt it works with a key anymore. It was pretty darn rusty. Who knows…inside this mystery trailer there could be a wooden chest with jewels and gold doubloons and other sparkly items!!!
Yes – we could weave an intriguing mystery Autumnal tale around the trailer and its contents
Perhaps treasures inside!!
Great contrast of color and texture!
It remains a mystery…until I get back into town. I would love to know what is hidden away behind the locked doors!
That would drive me crazy, wondering what is inside!
It’s imagine it’s going to take some pretty good investigating. There are nine antique dealers nearby for me to ask if they have any knowledge of it’s contents. I just gotta know!
Sounds like a forgotten mystery! Cue Indiana Jones! Go, David!! (Lovely photo by the way!)
I’ve got the hat and the sense of adventure…I’m ready!!!
I love this, David. Fantastic composition, and colors are amazing!
Thanks Nandini, it’s a neat old trailer that has been painted many times. I even found some red paint peeking through the yellow and green paint on the other side. I’m still curious as to what’s inside!
Love the colours! Looks really playful
I went past it last week…it’s still locked up. I wonder what is inside…a treasure chest of gold coins and jewelry, and sparkly things, and gem stones and…..