Photo Hunters: Curved
December 4, 2009 by Mrs. Mecomber
Filed under Photo Hunters
Boy, sometimes the really easy themes are the toughest. Curved can be ANYTHING! I’ll try to harness my thoughts about the theme, curved. I’ll base this week’s photos on things that have preoccupied me this week.
I recently revisited Fountain Elms in Utica (more on that later) for their Yuletide Christmas celebration. I love the chandelier in the Front Hall. The etched glass shades are beautifully curved.
Plumbing is curved, into a “U” trap. Some ingenious guy invented the design. The “U” trap holds a little bit of water, preventing harmful sewer gases from crawling back up the pipes into the air of the home. Our plumbing is a shambles, as it usually is in most old houses.
I love the curved handles on these large paper bags. My darling kitty, Livvy, does, too. We have to clip the handles because she has this propensity of wiggling into them and becoming stuck!
I also visited the Utica Public Library this week. I wish I had more time to spend there. The shelves are crammed with the most wonderful books– it’s a history lovers DREAM at this place. It’s my favorite library in the whole world. 
It’s also beautiful. The curves of the upper portion are perfectly done.
I love the curved skylight. They could build SUCH beautiful buildings 150 years ago, couldn’t they? Why don’t we build them like this anymore??
And finally, here’s a cute curve: a smiley face! I drew it on our van window, in the frost. We have not had any snow yet, but I expect it will be coming soon.
So that’s my week in curves! How did your Photo Hunt go today? Leave a link in the comments!
Gabriel on Sat, 5th Dec 2009 3:07 am
I went to highlands resort recently and took some photos. it was a great trip. I like the last pic of your post! it cheers me up! haha…
kelly on Sat, 5th Dec 2009 8:39 am
That chandelier is amazing! Your kitty looks adorable and the smiley face put a smile on my face. We actually had a few flurries a few days ago but it didn’t stick. (Texas)
My curves are here
RJ Flamingo on Sat, 5th Dec 2009 8:45 am
Nice selection of curves, this morning.
Your kitty is beautiful! Our kitten likes the handles on those bags, too, though he’s not big enough to get stuck. Yet. 
Teena in Toronto on Sat, 5th Dec 2009 8:55 am
Nice array of curves, especially the kitty!
I played too
Mrs. Mecomber on Sat, 5th Dec 2009 10:38 am
I forgot that I visited the Utica Public Library this week– and the curves in that building are fabulous! So I added the photos.
Thanks for your comments! Off I go to see what you have up today.
YTSL on Sat, 5th Dec 2009 11:42 am
Great Curved shots. And yes, that library looks wonderful!
Freda on Sat, 5th Dec 2009 12:02 pm
Interesting shot!
You are correct in regards to my “green” photo. It was actually taken at the end of October, but was one I did not use elsewhere. We too have Winter abounding us, so the lush green is mostly brown now.
Thank you for stopping at day one!
Mike on Sat, 5th Dec 2009 12:08 pm
NIce shots…
Thanks for your visit, have a great weekend
Lisa on Sat, 5th Dec 2009 12:40 pm
Such a variety of curves!
Alice Audrey on Sat, 5th Dec 2009 12:46 pm
Sometimes it’s the curves in the glass that make the lamp.
A. @ A Changing Life on Sat, 5th Dec 2009 1:16 pm
Oh, that library!! Let me join you there because it must be the most beautiful place in the world – and with books too! I could take up residence in it.
Carver on Sat, 5th Dec 2009 1:31 pm
These are beautiful choices for the theme. I know what you mean about how the easiest theme can be the hardest becasue of all the choices.
gengen on Sat, 5th Dec 2009 1:32 pm
It is very pretty curved. Thanks.
Daisy the Curly Cat on Sat, 5th Dec 2009 1:40 pm
That light fixture is exquisite!
Sparkle on Sat, 5th Dec 2009 1:42 pm
Love the photos! Especially of Livvy, of course!
Glad to know you clip the handles – something every good kitty assistant should do!
witsandnuts on Sat, 5th Dec 2009 1:48 pm
I liked most the first and last photos. It’s like covering all the moods through the curves. =)
kaye on Sat, 5th Dec 2009 1:59 pm
great architectural curves! and the smiley face made me smile.
Lorna on Sat, 5th Dec 2009 2:07 pm
the curve is my favourite shape, and you have so many beautiful ones in this post. My favourite of my favourite shapes has to be the first. It was quite breathtaking.
Raymond and Busby on Sat, 5th Dec 2009 3:28 pm
Nice photo! Your blog is way cool.
CherryPie on Sat, 5th Dec 2009 6:21 pm
It seems you have had a very curvy week, lovely photos
ian on Sat, 5th Dec 2009 7:06 pm
great set for the week =] would love to experience the airy, sunny feel of the library; i bet the knowledge and history is JUST palpable anywhere and everywhere inside =]
Bull Rhino on Sat, 5th Dec 2009 8:22 pm
I really enjoy seeing so many varieties on this theme. Great job!
Sniffie and the Florida Furkids on Sat, 5th Dec 2009 8:47 pm
Very nice curves!
Sniffie and the Florida Furkids
Bull Rhino on Sun, 6th Dec 2009 12:31 am
Okay, I already posted once, but on your visit to my blog you said you were a point and shoot kind of gal. Well, you are a very talented and prolific one. You may be interested in a series that I’m in the middle of on my blog called 10 Cool Features of Your Digital Camera You Should Learn and Use. It begins at: http://www.scottlawphotography.com/2009/09/10-cool-features-of-your-digital-camera.html
Not that you need it, I always look forward to your creative PhotoHunt posts.
Scott
Gattina on Sun, 6th Dec 2009 12:38 am
This is really beautiful !!
girasoli on Sun, 6th Dec 2009 12:46 am
Great collection of curves! Love the library photos. Beautiful place.
Annas Adornments on Sun, 6th Dec 2009 3:09 am
I love all of these photos! And I agree with you that “curved” can be anything. I could have had ten photos!
But I was pressed for time. Did nothing with blogging all day yesterday until very late. My “Mine’s up”-comment for PH is #97. I think.
You have left several comments on my blog earlier, that I have not had a chance to thank you for. My father grew up in Upstate New York, so even if I myself am not a New Yorker, I am sometimes familiar with your subject matter. I know that there are many places of interest in New York State, and am pleased to see that you write about them on your blog.
Happy Weekend!
Anna
jams O'Donnell on Sun, 6th Dec 2009 10:45 am
Sucha an embarrassment of riches. You have a beautiful pussycat there!
Isolated Existence. on Sun, 6th Dec 2009 12:10 pm
Beautiful pictures. Love the library, never been to one like that. The architecture is gorgeous!
EG wow on Sun, 6th Dec 2009 5:12 pm
Ha! You’re right that curved could be just about anything. You found a nice collection for sure!
No snow here yet. Maybe a little tonight. EW!
Sherry @ EX Marks the Spot on Sun, 6th Dec 2009 6:00 pm
The plumbing? What fun!!! Beautiful library and so impressive-looking.
http://blondesherry.blogspot.com/2009/12/ph-curved-day-late-and-dollar-short.html
ann chin on Sun, 6th Dec 2009 7:08 pm
used to pay attention to the S of the plumbing. Now, people don’t use the S, and Now matter what my water engineer husband says, I still think the S works better. The power of your teacher. LOL
azahar on Mon, 7th Dec 2009 3:45 am
Very nice! I love arches.
Irene on Mon, 7th Dec 2009 9:48 am
Nice! Those books caught my attention. Thanks for dropping by. Am late this time, was occupied last weekend.
Kari on Mon, 7th Dec 2009 1:23 pm
great photos. And hooray for the invention of the U-trap.
that library does look great. And of course so does your kitty – so cute.
thanks for sharing and thanks for visiting my blog.
julie on Mon, 7th Dec 2009 8:08 pm
The Utica Public Library looks like a wonderful place to visit
Jerry on Thu, 10th Dec 2009 11:49 am
Beautiful shots as always! We’ve driven through Utica many times but never stopped in. Hmmm . . .
asmaliana on Thu, 10th Dec 2009 10:18 pm
Wow if had building like this in my country the Government must transform it into a Museum. By looking at the Utica Library feels likre a good place for you brain to digest all knowledge.