photo taken by Denton Harryman and shared on Flickr as creative commons (CC0)
The symmetry, of the shadows, is what lead me to take this photo. Upon review, I noticed that each table has only one chair which is another symmetry and a sign of our times.
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photo taken by Denton Harryman and shared on Flickr as creative commons (CC0)
This is a photo of the newly constructed Marriott in Uptown Charlotte. It appears to be close to completion because they are planting trees in the green spaces around the building. I especially like the mirrors and glass in this perspective.
A recent article, found in the Charlotte Observer, stated that there are center city construction plans worth three billion dollars in 2021.
Connie says that the construction should be ahead of schedule because of reduced traffic during the pandemic. And we can attest that construction vehicles have taken over the streets. Often closing several lanes and only leaving one lane open.
photo taken by Denton Harryman and shared on Flickr as creative commons (CC0)
We are sharing today that the pandemic cooking craze has impacted Charlotte Daily Photo. Today I should have been out hunting for a photo. Instead my wife and I were busy cooking. And we had a blast!
The only thing I can share, about Charlotte, is that this photo shows a typical condo kitchen. A granite counter top, a wrap around backsplash, and under counter lighting.
Now, about the pandemic cooking. We shifted to soy milk, early during the pandemic, because it can be purchased shelf stable (does not require refrigeration) and ordered online. Recently, to up our pandemic preparedness, we purchased a soy milk making machine. The soy milk is very good and we are pleased with our purchase. And, it turns out that there are recipes for soy mill pulp (okara) which is a byproduct from the process of making soy milk.
Today we made soy milk, hot chocolate from soy milk, okara chocolate pound cake, okara crackers, and okara granola. All were very good and fun to make.
photo taken by Denton Harryman and shared on Flickr as creative commons (CC0)
Today is theme day, in the City Daily Photo community. The theme is smiles and our contribution is this family enjoying an outdoor meal in one of the plaza’s in Uptown. During the pandemic smiles have been hard to find. They were there but behind mask. It’s a little thing but I really miss smiles and delight when they appear.
photo taken by Denton Harryman and shared on Flickr as creative commons (CC0)
It is winter and the days are cold. However, when there are warm days local parks offer opportunities to enjoy the sun. This photo was taken on the Green in front of the Ratcliffe Condo’s in Uptown.
photo taken by Denton Harryman and shared on Flickr as creative commons (CC0)
Life goes on and you will get a ticket if you park illegally in Uptown. The next few days will be a mini series showing people in my photos. We will see that even though the office towers are empty life does go on. Just at a different pace.
Another nuance, of life during the pandemic, is that our cars are not washed as often as they have in the past.
photo taken by Denton Harryman and shared on Flickr as creative commons (CC0)
I took this photo because it includes the South Carolina and the North Carolina flags as well as the US flag. The reason for three flags is because the building is The Federal Reserve Bank, Charlotte Branch. It is a regional center for the Carolinas as a result both flags are flown.
Although I took the photo because of the flags; I am sharing the photo because our former Fed Chair, Janet Yellen, was just confirmed as the US Secretary of the Treasury. And the confirmation was bipartisan.
photo taken by Denton Harryman and shared on Flickr as creative commons (CC0)
Joining the Bernie meme craze, we are sharing this photo of Bernie enjoying music in Uptown Charlotte. I thought it was very cool that Bernie put his meme photo on a tee-shirt and “100% of the proceeds go toward Meals on Wheels Vermont”.
photo taken by Denton Harryman and shared on Flickr as creative commons (CC0)
Today’s photo is another example of contrasting light and shadow. This time in the Two Wells Fargo Center (2WFC) plaza. Look closely and you will see three people leaving the Atrium.
photo taken by Denton Harryman and shared on Flickr as creative commons (CC0)
Today’s photo shows another lonely empty scene in Uptown Charlotte. Actually there some relatively busy scene’s as well however empty has become the norm. In years past this station would be been very active. And Uptown will be busy again. It will just take time.
Following is a website about the Charlotte light rail system called the LYNX. Also, a link has been included for today’s photo saved on Flickr with the caption A light rail station in Uptown Charlotte.
photo taken by Denton Harryman and shared on Flickr as creative commons (CC0)
Today’s photo shows a lonely empty street in Uptown Charlotte. The purpose of sharing this photo is to highlight the bike lane. Several bike lanes can be found in Uptown and are a welcome addtion.
photo taken by Denton Harryman and shared on Flickr as creative commons (CC0)
An art project, in Uptown Charlotte, involves globes painted in different themes. The globe, at the Blumenthal Art Center, shows a reproduction of the famous Scream painting. In my opinion the scream is an accurate depiction of 2020.
Spring has arrived in Charlotte. Leaves are on the trees, flowers are in full bloom, and pollen is in the air. Note that this specific tree is a challenge to photograph given the only available perspective does not capture the full size of the tree. I may need a new lens :)
During these difficult times it is good to notice what is beautiful. This photo was taken at The Green, which is actually an underground parking garage. At street level The Green is a small park, complete with signpost honoring authors, two story sculptures of stacked books, fish sculptures spotting water for the kids to play in, and lots of flowers.
As part of the Mecklenburg county “stay at home” order, only essential business activity are allowed. It appears construction is not only allowed it is expanding at a rapid pace. The City of Charlotte has start several street repair projects which as started after the “stay at home” order. Thank you to all the construction workers.
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