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30 Oct

Photographing Millennium Park, Chicago from above!

In Architecture,Chicago Architecture,Exteriors,IL by cgonsalv / October 30, 2015 / 0 Comments

 

Thanks to the Open House Chicago event organized by the Chicago Architecture Foundation I had the opportunity to go up to the 71st floor of the AON Center. The bonanza of views from this building rival that from the Hancock building or the Willis Tower. Enjoy the images below. I wish I had a lenskirt with me to prevent window reflections.

For best experience click on the images to view enlarged versions.

Millennium Park, Chicago

Millennium Park, Chicago

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11 Jul

Photographing #Navistar Corporate Headquarters in #Lisle, IL

In Architecture,IL,Interiors,Lisle by cgonsalv / July 11, 2015 / 0 Comments

This spring I had the pleasure of photographing the Navistar lobby in Lisle, Illinois. Being a resident of Naperville, I’ve driven past this building so many times and always wanted to capture the amazing lines created by the struts.

Navistar Building, Exeterior in Lisle, IL

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25 Apr

Animated Fountain at BAPS Temple Bartlett

In Architecture,Exteriors,IL by cgonsalv / April 25, 2015 / 0 Comments

BAPS Temple Fountain animated

Click this link For more photos and details about BAPS Temple in Bartlett, IL

26 Feb

Spherical 360 degree panorama of the Chicago Skyline

In Aerial,Architecture,Chicago Architecture,Exteriors,IL by cgonsalv / February 26, 2015 / 0 Comments

This 360 degree panorama of the Chicago Skyline was taken near the Adler Planetarium with a DJI Phantom 2.

View in FULL SCREEN for the best viewing experience

09 Dec

The Art Institute of Chicago’s beautiful Morton staircase

In Architecture,Chicago Architecture,IL,Interiors,Photography by cgonsalv / December 9, 2014 / 1 Comment

The Morton staircase at the Art Institute of Chicago has always held a fascination for me from the first time I laid my eyes on it.

 

Morton Staricase, Art Institute of Chicago

Morton Staricase, Art Institute of Chicago

 

FYI – Illinois residents can visit the Art Institute of Chicago for free on Thursdays from 5-8pm.  Go to the Art Institute of Chicago website.

03 Dec

Semi spherical 360° panorama of Downtown Naperville Riverwalk

In Aerial,Exteriors,IL,Naperville by cgonsalv / December 3, 2014 / 0 Comments

As part of my personal project I’ve been taking some aerial shots around the Naperville area. This viewer app utilizes the mobile device’s gyroscope to navigate.   Try it out on your mobile device and let me know what you think in the comments.

For best viewing, click on the Full Screen icon at the top right of the panorama image.  Use your mouse pointer to navigate if you’re on a desktop.

 

29 Nov

Photographing Naper Settlement in Naperville in the winter

In Architecture,Educational,Exteriors,IL,Naperville by cgonsalv / November 29, 2014 / 0 Comments

Today I had a great time visiting the Naper Settlement in Naperville, since I had all to myself. I have visited this Naperville historical landmark a few times before in warmer weather, but was curious to see what kind of shots I could get in the winter.  FYI – During the winter season the village building interiors are closed to the public. However, there’s still a plethora of options to shoot.

 

Martin Mitchell Mansion at Naper Settlement, Naperville

Martin Mitchell Mansion at Naper Settlement, Naperville

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28 Jun

Photographing The Hegeler Carus Mansion – La Salle, IL

In Architecture,Educational,Exteriors,IL,Photography by cgonsalv / June 28, 2013 / 0 Comments

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19 Jun

Photographing the BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Temple – Bartlett, IL

In Architecture,Chicago Architecture,Exteriors,IL,Photography,Places of Worship by cgonsalv / June 19, 2013 / 0 Comments

BAPS Temple, Bartlett

 

The BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Temple(Mandir) in Bartlett, IL is a Hindu temple located about 50 minutes west of Chicago.

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03 Jun

Photographing Chicago Architecture

In Architecture,Educational,IL,Photography by cgonsalv / June 3, 2013 / 2 Comments
Chicago Skyline

View of Chicago Skyline from the Adler Planetarium

This Summer (2013) I decided to play tourist in my own backyard and really explore what Chicago has to offer architecturally. So in the next few months I plan on photographing notable architectural locations in Chicago. I will be sharing my experiences, providing time-saving tips for best views and things to look for at each location.

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