The Sydney Conservatorium of Music is part of the University of Sydney. This main entrance, along Conservatorium Road, is part of an extension that was built in 2001. The original Greenway Building, which sits alongside this, was built as the stables for the nearby Government House in 1821 and converted to the Conservatorium of Music in 1916. The raised metal lettering of the "Sydney Conservatorium of Music" sign creates a shadow on the sandstone facade.
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The shadows create an interesting effect with these raised letter, Jim. Good capture!
ReplyDeleteThanks for that, Julie. I went out the other day and took some shots specifically for theme day, so I'm glad that won't be a wasted effort.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful composition.
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I love finding shadows like that! Nice one.
ReplyDeleteI like the blocks of colour on the wall. Very nice.
ReplyDeleteIt is interesting how the shadow is easier to read than the original letters.
ReplyDeleteFrancis Greenway built the original stables in 1821 for NSW's Government House. When they built the Music Conservatorium in 1916 and the new extension in 2001, did the architects try to integrate the three parts together? Did they do a good job?
ReplyDeletethe shadows make the sign very interesting.
ReplyDeleteHels, my mistake. I left a line out of my post. It was built in 1921 but converted in 1916. The extensions are integrated well with most of the new building underground or alongside the heritage building.
ReplyDeleteLovely looking building. The shadows of the letters make it even more appealing.
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Very clean lines. I am glad they are softened by the greenery.
ReplyDeletethe greenery and the shadows of the lettering are wonderful details
ReplyDeleteThe varigation in the stone facade reminds me of musical notes. Then again, maybe I'm just suggestible.
ReplyDeleteA terrific shadow shot for the day, as always, Jim! I love your composition, the shadows of the letters, the detail and your wonderful BLUE skies! Have a great week!
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The sign is much more interesting with the shadow play.I envy your blue skies - ours seem to have disappeared rather rapidly!
ReplyDeleteThe shadow letters are easier to read than the real ones! Love the cascading shadows of the greenery, too.
ReplyDeleteVery cool. You were there at the perfect time.
ReplyDelete^5!!!! You are superb my Friend!
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Cool!
ReplyDeleteShadows are where you find them--and you seem to find them everywhere!
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great find...crisp shadows!!!
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