Looking Up II
Looking Up II, originally uploaded by Dennis Jenders. Another look at the skyscrapers of Chicago. I really like the design and color I saw here on a late Saturday afternoon.
Unexpected Shadows
Unexpected Shadows, originally uploaded by Dennis Jenders. I learned today that architect Bruce J. Graham died Saturday. Graham worked for Chicago-based architecture firm Skidmore, Owings & Merrill, where he designed two of Chicago’s most iconic buildings – the John Hancock Center and Willis Tower, formally Sears Tower. Ironically, on the day he passed I made ...
Looking Up
Looking Up, originally uploaded by Dennis Jenders. In downtown Chicago, captured this building looking skyward. I absolutely love the lines and architecture. There is something about the complex symmetry found here.
Untitled at Sears Tower
Untitled at Sears Tower, originally uploaded by Dennis Jenders. Kristen and I were visiting Chicago today for some birthday celebrations. As part of our excursion downtown we were able to visit the Skydeck at Willis Tower, formally known as Sears Tower. Standing at 1,451 feet, Willis Tower was the world’s tallest building from 1974 – ...
Bronze Electroliers
Bronze Electroliers, originally uploaded by Dennis Jenders. At the grand entrance to the Milwaukee Public Library there are two beautiful and elaborate bronze electroliers welcoming all who seek knowledge. An electrolier is a fancy word for a fixture that holds electric lamps. Engraved on the electroliers, it reads “The Gift of James M Pereles, April ...
Victorious Charge
Victorious Charge, originally uploaded by Dennis Jenders. While exploring the city on Saturday I took the time to capture photos of some of the statues along Milwaukee’s grand avenue – Wisconsin Avenue. Just west of the Milwaukee Public Library and in front of the Calvary Presbyterian Church (great domain name) you’ll find one of Milwaukee’s ...
Guarding the Mitchell Building
Guarding the Mitchell Building, originally uploaded by Dennis Jenders. At the intersection of Water and Michigan Streets you will find two Griffins guarding the entrance to the Mitchell Building. Built in 1876, the Mitchell Building was designed by Edward Townsend Mix for Alexander Mitchell. Mix also designed the neighboring Grain Exchange Building, also known as ...