find you, River North

The Artesian Cellar, Merchandise Mart

Two Faces Emerging, Michigan Avenue

This is an image that I overlooked the past few months.  On the Saturday afternoon before St. Patrick's Day, I stepped down to Lower Michigan Avenue to get away from the crowds to use the phone.  As I was walking up my plan was to capture an image of the stairway and the Wrigley Building clock tower.  This couple walked past at just the right moment.

A Night Out, Rush Street

"A Night Out"

"Heels"

"Smoke Break"

Nightlife, Rush Street

"65E N Rush"

"Jilly's Outdoor"

"Detention"

"Hangge-Uppe Your Troubles"

Viagra Triangle, Rush and State

If you don’t live in Chicago you may not have heard of the Viagra Triangle.  A triangle is formed where Rush and State Streets meet with Bellevue Place closing off the end in the Gold Coast.  This is spot is officially called Mariano Park set with park benches, public tables, and a food and beverage shop.  Oh, you will also find old, wealthy men on the prowl for younger women - hence the name Viagra Triangle.  The name also is used to refer to the area of upscale bars and restaurants that surround it.  I have even heard that Gibson's (seen in the background) is the unofficial headquarters.  I would like to think that this image encompasses the innocents of an area where a whole lot of sinnin' is going on.

Three Deep, Gold Coast

One Deep, River North

Park Here, River North

Old Water Tower Place, Magnificient Mile

As you can see, you really can find manicured lawns in the city.  Old Water Tower Place sits beyond the trees on Michigan Avenue.

Open For Lunch, River North

Naked Bike Ride with Traffic Jam, LaSalle and Division

The World Naked Bike Ride (and Skate) - "Celebrating freedom from oil, and the beauty of people" - took off from a location in the West Loop and made its tour around the city last night.  After hearing the commotion I ran to my window and took a few images as the bikers came pouring through my neighborhood.  The riders were densely packed at the front and began to disperse out toward the back as seen in this photo.  From what I was able to see, riding naked was optional.

Lakefront Trail, Streeterville

This area can be found where the Chicago River meets Lake Michigan in the Streeterville neighborhood.  The road shown is Lake Shore Drive and the NBC Tower is illuminated in the background about an hour before sunset.

Fist, Franklin Street

I discovered this fist sculpture on the west side of the Merch Mart in River North.  I'm not quite sure what it is suppose to represent, but I will try to find some answers and re-post this caption soon.

Downtime, Pearson and Michigan Avenue

Train Track Shadows, River North

Shades, Wabash Avenue

Gold Coast Skyline

These images were taken at dusk from the Lake Shore Boardwalk in the Gold Coast.  A few steps back and to the right I would have ended up in the lake.  I've taking the bike out to the lake front trail lately.  This area in particular is where Lake Shore Drive begins to bend as you head to the north side of the city.  From the boardwalk you can get some towering views of the Hancock Center and surrounding buildings.  It's also a great way to the see the Gold Coast high rises hovering over Lake Shore Drive.  I suppose if I played around with Photoshop I would be able to bring out the reflections of the sunset over the lake.

Crossing Paths, Randolph Street

Into the Light, West Loop

On Shadows Edge, Loop

Upside Down, LaSalle Street

Sharp Shadows and a Cigarette, Washington Street

Uncovered, Madison Street

Thompson Center, Clark and Randolph

Wishbone Woman, Lakeview

This photograph was taken 2 weeks ago as I was walking past the Wishbone Restaurant on Lincoln Avenue in West Lakeview.  I wasn't expecting much from this one, but since I still had my camera out I was prepared.  I like the reflections of the elements with the red-haired woman centered.  The Wishbone makes for a great backdrop for street photography with the mural below the windows and the colorful lighting fixtures in the restaurant.

Behind You, LaSalle Street

Time to Spare, Michigan Avenue

The Pool Has Been Filled

Rooftop pools are opening all throughout Chicago this weekend.  If I go missing this summer, you will probably be able to find me here.

Tribune Tower, Memorial Day