Three of us took the tour through the now defunct Kingston Penitentiary yesterday. Although tripods are not allowed cameras are definitely permitted.
Construction started in 1833 so the architecture mimicked the stonework of south-east Ontario; thanks to the canal builders there were plenty of Scots stonemasons to draw upon. Closed in 2014, the Pen has become a very popular tourist attraction.
Lots of stonework but also lots of barbed wire.
Excellent, Nos 3 and 4 are my favourites. 4 particularly captures the bleakness of the experience of incarceration.
I appreciate that you chose B & W as it really adds to the mood of the photos.
Strong series in different point of views.#3 is my favourite
Thanks, Peter. Stay tuned for the colour series tomorrow or the next day.
Excellent photo reportage! I'd choose death over incarceration......
Powerful images...
p.s. thanks for "liking" my "special boutique" image....
It was a fascinating day indeed. More to come...
I'll be looking forward to more!
What a fascinating place - definitely looks like somewhere you don't want to finish your days!
The colour ones that I will post in a couple of days will only reinforce that thought!
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B&W really does these fascinating images justice, Abby.
Thanks, Al. I do have colour shots, for that venue both works.