Day 2 of the conference was spent with lectures at the University Center. During the afternoon, I took a break to walk through the streets downtown. Close by was the Roosevelt University that had striking blue windows.
Roosevelt University
The architecture of the downtown area is unique because various different styles that have evolved over the years. This image shows a montage of several layers of buildings.
Downtown Chicago Window Montage
I made my way to the Crown Fountain. Here there are two pillars of glass tiles with a water flowing down from the top.
Crown Fountain Water Spray
Each of the two pillars have an animated face projected onto the pillar. Between the pillars is a pool where many kids were enjoying playing in the water.
Crown Fountain Pool
Here is another image of the kids splashing in the pool.
Crown Fountain Pool Reflections
I headed back to conference. Another image of the blue windows on the university building.
Blue Diamond In The Sky
The sun was low in the sky, casting long shadows on the sidewalk.
Sidewalk Shadow, Chicago
Later that evening, was another photowalk. I had enrolled in a walk with Aaron Nace. The plan was to visit the Calder Flamingo, Palmer House and the Bean. The Flamingo is a public sculpture located in Federal Plaza.
Calder Flamingo, Federal Plaza
Here are some images of the Flamingo.
Calder Flamingo, Federal Plaza, No 2
After sunset, the sculpture was lit by lights.
Calder Flamingo Detail
I made this image lying on the ground under the sculpture, pointing upwards.
Calder Flamingo Detail, No 2
Later we got back to the Crown Fountain. The pool continued to be a source of interest for kids late into the night.
Face On The Pillar, Crown Fountain
Finally I made this image of a young girl who found something of interest on the pillar.
Girl, Watching The Pillar
By this time, it was getting late. I found some dinner and headed back to the apartment on the “L”.