This pier has made it to my project a few times. I couldn't get on the beach to take a shot like I normally do but loved the sky and the height of the tower so I thought I would play in Silver Efex and this is the result.
Very effective composition, Joan! I like how you invite the viewer into the scene as if you could walk right into it, and the placement of the building in your photo is perfect for leading the eye right into the dramatic part of the sky, giving your composition both height and depth. Wonderful!
PS. I had a little chuckle because "Old Orchard" is what part of Chicago area is known as, including the area where I live, and the major shopping center nearby, but most notably, the airport code is ORD for "Orchard."
I like this vantage point and how you composed the shot. The building gives us an anchor on the left but also leads us on to the pier. Well done and what's not to love about black and white?!
A FAV!
PS. I had a little chuckle because "Old Orchard" is what part of Chicago area is known as, including the area where I live, and the major shopping center nearby, but most notably, the airport code is ORD for "Orchard."