Why, it’s the former Delmar Loop Trolley on display at the Missouri History Museum (it’s moving slowly enough these days that even I managed to grab a shot). And, if any of that sounded familiar, you are probably from the STL. Or you’ve visited. Or you’re a Nelly fan. Have a great weekend, everyone!
You can find me, in St. Louis rollin’ on dubs…
Smoking on dubs in clubs, blowin’ up like cocoa puffs…
– Nelly – Country Grammar
About this image: digital photograph, moderately modified
Wow. reminds me of a pic of an old baby grand I used to have. After the soundboard was split -on a move across country- did a photoshop ‘do on the original pic of the wreckage.
Damn, once again Bob… just wish I had a scintilla of your talent.
This is haunting and SO hit a string (A440 -grin-) with me.
You’re the best.
You have the talent of bringing memories from your work that are not even related to the subject. Promise… THIS is a killer compliment.
Fabulous work my friend. Wish I could see this in person.
Oh wow! What incredibly kind things to say, Ms. B! Thank you so much!
Sounds like quite a photo-op… the loss of that piano must have been heart-wrenching, though. Sounds painful!
Oh, so not true! I think a lot of times folks who are too modest are… um… too modest. And that is obviously the case here.
It’s kind of a cool exhibit… and a cool museum, too. It would have fun to actually go INSIDE said exhibit, but they do let you walk right up to it, so that’s the next best thing, I guess!
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This looks so cool! The seat does not look at all comfortable but that is neither here nor there. A real step back in time. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you so much, P&K!
Hahaha… you said it… bring a pillow, or something, because that bench might start to smart after a few stops!
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The museum sounds very fun. We learn a lot from the historical things. I can stay the museum all the day. 🙂
I think you would like this museum, too, Cocomino!
I also like museums – so much to learn from / about history… it’s fascinating!
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It looks amazing!
Have a wonderful weekend Mr. SIG 🙂
Thank you so very much, Ms. B!
I hope you have a wonderful weekend as well!
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Too busy looking at this great shot to know what to say! Something you have caught with the light, patina and space is so relaxing . . . .
Your incredibly considerate comments always make me smile, Ms. K… thank you so much!
The way I was hanging off this poor trolley I think visitors to the museum were starting to wonder just what I was up to!
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You need to do some filter/photoshop tutorials of how you get your stuff to look so good.
Bearman! I was just on my way over to your joint!
Thank you very much, sir!
Hahaha… not sure anything I put together would make
muchany sense!🙂
It never does but we tend to make it out.
Hahaha…
I guess you’ve suffered with it long enough to understand enough of my cryptic ranting, Bearman…
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I love these old time rail cars. What a trip down memory lane. Not my memory, but someone’s…
So much history in the rails.
Stuff like this just seems to come with a built-in nostalgia… which always helps. And is always appreciated!
Thank you so much, Ms. C!
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This is a wonderful shot, Sig! I really love it. Is there ever a shot that does not work out well for you?…I doubt it.
You and Annabelle have a nice weekend!
Hugs, xx
MOST don’t, Deb… but thank you so much!
Generally I take as many as I possibly can… then I keep my fingers crossed that one or two are at least fixable!
Thank you again! I hope you have a wonderful weekend as well!
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How come you haven’t spray painted it?
Sometimes security is faster than they look, Loon.
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I hate that!!!!
I’ll see if I can create a diversion!
Run, Loon! Run!
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That wood is so beautiful. As is the photo. But I must look away now, it’s giving me the sensation of falling and I’m getting a bit dizzy from it. Must.look.away!
Aw, thanks, Dishy!
now that you mention it… oh, yeah! I think my monitor is starting to spin a bit, too!
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I’d prefer if if my tax dollars went to support great artists, like you, instead of a never-ending list of nonprofitable rail projects.
Aw, thanks, Peg. I’d feel bad about taking anyone’s tax dollars though.
This one’s been off the rails for quite some time.
As have I.
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Hi Inky…looks like a church pew on wheels..train wheels…museum style…Great shot! You have a great weekend too!
Absolutely! I was thinking the same thing myself, Mary!
And thank you so much!
I sincerely appreciate that!
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Beautiful shot! Have a wonderful weekend.
Why, thank you, Nancy!
I hope that you have a fantastic weekend as well!
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Reblogged this on Conceptual Art.
I keep pressing ‘like’ but the page justs reloads without adding my eye. This has happened elsewhere too.
Anyway, I have to tell you this post gave me a good giggle. When I saw the title I thought ‘Oooh, I wonder what a loop trolley looks like, some kind of new invention, perhaps.’ Ha! I thought it was going to be a supermarket shopping trolley which I think you guys call a shopping CART! 😀
I kinda gave up on that button a long time ago, S.E.
For different reasons, though… I’m always afraid if I get into the habit of using it I’ll forget from time to time and then people will get the wrong idea about a post. Because I’m all paranoid like that. Silly, I know.
I’ve got to admit, S.E… your American slang is much better than my Aussie slang! We do indeed call them carts, but I had no idea you call them trolleys! Interesting! Are Australian shopping trolleys notorious for having one bad / pulling / squeaky wheel, or is that a US thing?!
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I think that might be a US thing but I have come across the occassional one with a wonky wheel that makes it near impossible to steer. 🙂
Hahaha… it’s a bit of a running joke here, S.E…
but I think what makes it so funny is that it seems to always happen! Well, when I’m forced to use one, anyway (I much prefer the baskets… they seem much easier to navigate crowded isles with).
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Wow, what a lot character that trolley has! Wonderful share, thanks!
anne
I thought it was pretty interesting, too, Anne!
You are very kind, thank you!
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You didn’t know those lyrics by heart, did you?
. . . did you?
Hahaha… you wouldn’t be doubting the extent of my Country Grammar, would you, U.M.?!
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Gorgeous patina on that seat . . . worn down by 100’s of . . . behinds. 😆
HA!
Wax on…
wax off…
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I’m from the LOOP and I’m proud! ;P
Hahaha…
I’m still not sure about that lyric…
seems like it’s very appropriate the other way, too…
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love those warm rich tones
Thanks, N.M.!
I was trying to give this one an almost hand-colored feel… with a bit more kick.
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The richness of the wood really stands out in this image. You did a very nice/subtle job processing it.
Thank you very much, sir!
There seemed to be quite a few different directions I could go with this one…
but I hadn’t posted too many things in this style so I thought I’d give it a shot!
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Reminds me of a church pew. Quick, somebody get the Lemon Pledge 🙂
I was thinking the very same thing!
AHHHhhhhh! Fresh Lemon Scent….
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Once again you have shown us you incredible skills
of photography and the ageing process that you have
applied is definitely a positive on this example SIG 🙂
Excellent work my great friend
and do enjoy a wonderful weekend 🙂
Androgoth
Thank you very much for your great kindness as always, A.G.!
You’ve probably noticed I’m a fan of subject matter with a ‘history’ to it…
and this museum is a great place to go for that purpose!
Thanks again, sir! I hope that you had a fantastic weekend, too!
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Great shot of history. Love the aging technique. It doesn’t look like it would be a comfortable ride!
Thank you so much, Patti!
This museum is so interesting… lots displays with an awful lot of history!
Hahaha… you said it! I think I would have to wear padded pants on long trips!
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Excellent shot. What did you do to it?
Red.
Thanks, Red!
Oh boy…
levels / curves adjustments, blur and sharpening, vignette at edges, added dust / noise, airbrushed out some ‘modern’ looking stuff, saturated some colors / areas and desaturated other places, put it in the frame, etc…
pretty sure I’m forgetting a few things in there, too. I guess all kinds of random stuff might have been a better answer!
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Probably because you do it by rote. The automatic things like blur/sharpen and saturate. LOL!
Hahaha… maybe. I’m mostly like a chimp poking at an anthill with a stick. Whatever you call that kind of learning, I guess.
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How cool is that! How long has the trolley been out of commission? Probably since before you were born, huh? Would love to ride on a trolley like that!
Oh man, that’s a good question, J.G… I’m not sure!
Unfortunately I was too busy hanging off the thing and being generally obnoxious to find out much information about this thing… now I’m all curious, too!
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Nice work, Sir… as always. Love the ‘frame’ you put on the photo 🙂
Thank you, Nigel!
Yeah – the frame was actually on an old family photo of my wife’s – I thought it was really cool… and it seemed like this might be a good place to try it out!
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I really like that beautiful timber.New modern things just aren’t the same are they?
Oh, I hear that, Tony!
The details just aren’t there anymore…
or the craftsmanship in general. Seems like more of a disposable culture these days… kind of sad in a way.
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Excellent work Bob I love this one 🙂
Why, thank you, Jake!
That’s very kind of you to say, sir!
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I must be getting tired. I momentarily thought it odd that there was a piano on the trolly. Realized my error, then couldn’t get Judy Garland singing the Trolly song out of my head. 🙂
“Clang, clang, clang” went the trolley
“Ding, ding, ding” went the bell”
Hahaha…
not at all! If trolley’s don’t come with a piano they should! It should be an option right from the trolley factory… ah! That fresh new trolley smell!
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I love the vintage style of this picture! Well done! 😀
I do like vintage – so that is a wonderful thing to hear!
Thank you very much, Cristina!
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Your photos are gorgeous. This one of the trolley makes me feel like I can practically feel the wood of the seats.
That is very, very kind of you to say, Ms. W!
Thank you so much!
And thank you very much for stopping by as well! I sincerely appreciate it!
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