Two busy weeks!

Firstly, ever since my wife arrived in Michigan... life has become somewhat busier (not the bad kind) - just that there are more things to occupy my time, effort and energy on weekends. Oh... to balance things up, there's better food at home as well!


I have also become a bit more active with the Google+ Michigan Photography Group. Two photo-walk events held in a space of 3 weeks! First one was in the University town of Ann Arbor. The latest one was held in the Packard Plant in Detroit. I took a lot of nice shot in Ann Arbor... but I feel they somehow pale in comparison with those taken in the Packard Plant.


For those who have never heard of the Packard Plant... Packard was a major motor vehicle manufacturer in Detroit in the early 70s. The company gone bust in the 80s and the plant (which was a technological marvel of its time) was left to rot and decay away. 


In a way, the Packard Plant is the equivalent of the meccas of urban exploration photography. It wasn't until you actually set foot on it that you appreciate the sheer size of the place. Nested in Detroit... it is one of those place that you wouldn't go without a group of friends... the plant has in more recent times become a haven for the homeless.


In the photo below... you'll see someone has actually skilfully erected a wooden wall (yes, someone lives in there). I decided that this is the closest I am willing to venture in this side of the plant. I don't really want to upset anyone by going too close to their lodging (if you zoom in... you can actually see a igloo box).