Arch Street Bridge In Autumn
by Gene Walls
Title
Arch Street Bridge In Autumn
Artist
Gene Walls
Medium
Photograph - Photograph
Description
The glorious colors of autumn on Bald Eagle Mountain are reflecting on the calm waters of the Susquehanna, enhancing a mirror image of the historic Arch Street Bridge.
This span across the Susquehanna River is no longer there. It was demolished recently. Construction of the new bridge was started in the fall of 2010 and has been completed in 2013. I have been photographing this old bridge for years, to have a permanent record of how beautiful it was.
A flock of birds is gathering strength to head south on this perfect fall day. Their winged images are also faintly visible in the sky's reversed image on the water's smooth surface.
A finer autumn day has never been.
The old Arch Street Bridge connects the city of Williamsport, Pennsylvania to the borough of Duboistown, across the west branch of the Susquehanna River. This bridge was listed in Historic Bridges of the United States. This was the first and only span into Duboisetown, constructed in 1923. The bridge was recently demolished and has been replaced by a much less interesting span.
This photo was captured from the shore of Susquehanna State Park with a Canon EOS 10D body fitted with a Canon EF 24mm f/2.8 Prime lens. The shutter speed was 1/350th sec at f/13.
Your comments are always welcome! Constructive criticism is appreciated.
© 2009 Gene Walls
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May 18th, 2013
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πArt provides an opportunity for kaleidoscopic thinking. Each time we shift the lens of our perceptions, we gain new perspectives β and new opportunities for innovation.πβ£οΈπ CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR RECENT SALE OF A WONDERFUL WORK!
Marvin Spates
What a beautiful photo Gene!! I can see why it work sell so very well!!! Congrats on your last sale!!! LF
Gene Walls replied:
Thank you most kindly, Marvin! This bridge was replaced and then demolished last year. Fortunately, I had taken many photos of the old iron bridge over the last few decades. The new crossing is safer, but it's kind of boring to look at. Kindest regards, Gene
Donna Kennedy
Congratulations on your sale Gene!...:))
Gene Walls replied:
Thanks a lot, Donna! I just got back home to find find out about this sale. I'm thrilled! I really appreciate your kind support. Best Holiday wishes, Gene
Byron Snider
Excellent, superb mirror image fv
Gene Walls replied:
Thanks a bunch, Byron! I was lucky that the Susquehanna was amazingly calm that day. Kindest regards, Gene
Donna Kennedy
Fabulous image and reflections Gene, so nice that you are photographing the progress on the bridge. v
Gene Walls replied:
Thank you very kindly, Donna! Now I need to get a shot of the new bridge for comparison. It's open already, but not quite finished. Wonderful wishes, Gene
Jordan Blackstone
Gene, what a beautiful reflection and colour!! v/f
Gene Walls replied:
Thank you very much, Jordan! The river was unusually calm that day, making the reflection shot possible. Kindest wishes, Gene