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	Overhead by Bruce Elling There are at least two different ways to make photographs with architecture as the subject. Often the easiest is to make technically perfect photographs showing the overall beauty of the object, allowing the viewer to see the building in its entirety. The second is to explore the building and find features that show only a portion of the structure, details that the architect has utilized to show their design skills on a more “micro” scale. Overhead is a wonderful example of the second approach. Bruce has captured the dramatic lines of the building, but not the entire structure but just a portion of it. The majority of the photograph shows the rigid perpendicular right angles of the windows and ceiling but then he has introduced the strong angular red structure. This breaks up the symmetry in a way that delights the viewer with movement and gesture. The red structure also contrasts with the rest of the building, focusing your attention on it, moving one’s eyes from the middle right to the top of the photograph and then almost off the page. The more muted colors of the rest of the photograph makes this structure stand out as a dramatic feature of the photograph.   Reality has been somewhat distorted by the angle the Bruce uses to portray this “overhead” structure…making for a strong composition and a great example of how creativity in composition can really improve what might otherwise be a “standard” architectural photograph. Great Job!!By Steve Levinson
	Architectural Glitch By Amy Palermo The Neuberger Gallery is full of architectural wonders captured by this trio of photographers. Architectural Glitch is the one that resonated with me.  We often think of architectural photography as relentless cold gray buildings of steel, glass, and concrete and then Amy Palermo hits us in the face with wonderful color and geometric shapes in reflections off a curved surface! Warm complimentary colors of orange and blues together with greens and reds make us feel comfortable with this image. Vertical rectangular containers compartmentalize wonderful hues of a range of colors. The broken red bricked line joins the orange column angularly creating tension. Finally, there is a blue band that surrounds the mirrored columns and seems to hold them all in place keeping them from falling to the ground like pic-up-sticks. I love geometry and could spend a lot of time with this image exploring all of its possibilities. By Don Menges
	Vertical One Beth Quattrociocchi Beth Quattrociocchi received a Gallery Pick for her photo called Vertical One. Beth’s image is a thoughtfully composed photograph that captures modern architectural beauty through its dynamic interplay of lines, textures, and materials. Beth’s decision to take a close-up of one section of the building emphasizes the rich, warm hues of the orange bricks contrasted against the sleek, dark grey of the metal and glass. The striking contrast between the rigid vertical metal lines and the warm earthen tones of the brick walls invites viewers to appreciate the harmonious coexistence of industrial and natural elements in contemporary design. The photograph’s composition skillfully showcases the vertical and horizontal lines, creating a dynamic visual rhythm. This architectural duality evokes a sense of stability and modernity, drawing the viewer’s eyes around the frame. The inclusion of the door and window reflections, which mirrors clouds, sky, trees and a section of the brick wall, adds a layer of depth and intrigue, inviting contemplation of the relationship between the built environment and nature.  Beth’s image showcases a meticulous attention to detail, with the alignment of various architectural features creating a visually satisfying geometric pattern. The use of natural light accentuates the richness of the bricks and while creating a play of shadows and highlights that adds a lively dimension to the image. The photograph’s framing within a simple, white mat enhances its modern aesthetic, ensuring that the focus remains on the intricate architectural details. Overall Vertical One is a striking representation of modern architecture, where color, form and reflection coexist harmoniously. Congratulations, Beth, for creating a lovely image! By Marie Costanza