Comment from 14renren
I really like this as for me it is as if they built this over 3 periods in architecture. The 3 groups of 3 windows are so different in the styles and design, this is a real interesting image, I see this also as a B&W. Real unique and a great eye to have captured it. dave :)

 Comment Written 05-Nov-2014

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reply by the author on 05-Nov-2014

Thanks Dave, I considered b&w but love the colour of the bricks - have some others of a different building might play around and convert. :) Mary

Comment from benhar
Good detail in the architecture of this old building. The colour and design has withstood time. I remember when it was a mental institution. We still really need it to help those not so fortunate. But time doesn't stand still.
Thanks for the memories *Julie

 Comment Written 04-Nov-2014

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reply by the author on 04-Nov-2014

Thanks Julie we went to open day for Z ward but queue was 1.5 hours amazing how many turned up. We didn't wait as we had other commitment.

reply by benhar on 05-Nov-2014

OK Mary. Guess there are good and bad memories of this place *Julie

Comment from WendyG
Beautiful brick work on this historic building Mary, love the patterns, color and POV. Super focus, exposure and framing;)

 Comment Written 04-Nov-2014

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reply by the author on 04-Nov-2014

Thanks Wendy your positive feedback is appreciated ☺

Comment from snowblaze
This IS a beautiful photograph... of beautiful windows. One can only imagine the internal torment that went on behind the glass.

This has great focus and color.

 Comment Written 04-Nov-2014

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reply by the author on 04-Nov-2014

Thanks again I appreciate your positive feedback ☺

Comment from jesuel
What a beautiful photo the color is great the detail is great excellent depth great lighting and what great architecture beautiful capture here

 Comment Written 03-Nov-2014

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reply by the author on 03-Nov-2014

Thanks James appreciate your positive comments ☺

Comment from michiganmike
A testament to the long history of dealing with mental illness. In this country we just seem to throw them out onto the streets or put them in jail, a tremendous failing. Anyway this architectural shot is fascinating in that the three stories each have three windows. The details are outstanding and the colors are perfect.

 Comment Written 03-Nov-2014

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reply by the author on 03-Nov-2014

Thanks Mike yes unfortunately our country has followed the lead of overseas and most with mental illness are out on the street or cared for by families. They have a minimum no of care units available at Glenside for very severely impaired. We still have a long way to go to realising that unseen illness is as important as those with visible symptoms.

Comment from gidavidson
It is so good to see old buildings refurbished and still being used. A very good architectural view, focus and frame. Like it.

 Comment Written 02-Nov-2014

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reply by the author on 03-Nov-2014

Thanks George, appreciate your feedback. :) Mary

Comment from Doris1022
does it have wild ghost stories?

what is in the building now?

it has pretty brick work and nice arched windows.

 Comment Written 02-Nov-2014

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reply by the author on 03-Nov-2014

Thanks Doris, some of the buildings are being used by the South Australian Film Corporation - the Rolling Stones were here last week and used them for rehearsals for their outdoor concert.

Comment from DavidP
Yes they are different and unique in their style. I love the brick and stone work in this old building. Hopefully they can keep it restored as it is a beautiful building. Each layer looks like it was designed by a different architect. Good one Mary and thanks for sharing it.

 Comment Written 02-Nov-2014

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reply by the author on 03-Nov-2014

Thanks David appreciate your positive feedback. Some of the buildings are being used by the South Australian Film Corporation and others have been converted to offices. :) Mary