Saturday, June 27, 2009

Fort Ross Shadows

The previous post shows the exterior of Fort Ross and tells a little of its history. Here are some interior photos which show how they lived at the time. They also have some interesting shadows.
Inside the buildings of Fort Ross there is little light.
This lantern casts an interesting shadow.
Most of the rooms are lit only by the light coming through the windows, casting shadows inside even on this overcast day.
This candelabra hangs in the chapel.
The tool room has interesting shadows.
This room has a desk and items that would be found there in the early 1800s.
The Russian's at Fort Ross used this laboratory to study the flora and fauna of the area.
I like the look of this storeroom, lit only by the window.

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15 comments:

  1. Sylvia KJune 27, 2009 at 2:57 PM

    What fabulous shadow shots! And historic at the same time! What a fun tour! Thanks for sharing these!

    Happy SSS!

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  2. Rosebud CollectionJune 27, 2009 at 3:01 PM

    What an interesting blog and wonderful shadows.
    I enjoy seeing all the things they used and how the light works through the windows.
    Thanks for sharing and Happy SSS.

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  3. just jodyJune 27, 2009 at 4:08 PM

    very nice shots.............i especially like the last one with the light coming thru the colored glass.

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  4. ShannonJune 27, 2009 at 4:59 PM

    The all natural lighting definitely gives it an old time feel! LOVE the shadow of the light fixture! :)

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  5. GalleryJuanaJune 27, 2009 at 4:59 PM

    Beautiful shots of the decor and rooms. Thanks for the tour!

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  6. GinnymoJune 27, 2009 at 7:02 PM

    I used to love going to old forts and houses and seeing how they lived. we have quite a few near here. General Herkimer's Home was one that I enjoyed. I do like the way you caught the shadows. Great post Martha!!

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  7. jabblogJune 27, 2009 at 11:11 PM

    Interesting shots! It's always intriguing to see how others lived and to realise we're just a short step away from that time.

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  8. MarthaJune 28, 2009 at 4:08 AM

    Oooo, what great shots! Looks like a neat place!
    The other Martha :-)

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  9. The Summer Kitchen GirlsJune 28, 2009 at 6:09 AM

    Love historical shots! Great shadow finds too!

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  10. A Wild ThingJune 28, 2009 at 6:38 AM

    What fascinating shots, a glimpse into shadows of the past...neat shots!

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  11. Chubby ChiequeJune 28, 2009 at 12:26 PM

    The sunlight makes the old things more dramatic in all angle of your shots.

    Job well done.

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  12. bobbieJune 28, 2009 at 12:34 PM

    What a wonderful collection of shadows you found today!

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  13. Laughing Orca RanchJune 28, 2009 at 1:46 PM

    Wow! It's so challenging to get good photos in low light. But you did a stellar job. Your photos were just wonderful. Thanks for sharing them...and some of the information about the place, too.

    ~Lisa

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  14. Diane AZJune 30, 2009 at 9:55 AM

    What a wonderful place to get some shadow shots. The candelabra shadow is pretty and I love the crooked tool shadows on the wall. The last shot with the light pouring in through the window is gorgeous and reminds me of a Vermeer painting.

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  15. Lisa's RetroStyleJune 30, 2009 at 2:16 PM

    Lots of wonderful shadows there. I especially love the candelabra!

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