Christine Says It Was HOT!

Christine McCarty – Classic Firefighter’s Silhouette

What thoughts pass through your mind when you first see this image? Or perhaps there’s an emotional reaction, something visceral, before thought even registers. A tragedy? A loss of life perhaps? Where? Who? All blended with the feeling of a somewhat guilty excitement? Relief that it’s not “my” house? But what do you feel when you learn that this was a benefical fire, purposely set to clear away the structure and at the same time provide practice and training for the firemen? Be honest. Disappointment? or relief.
All such thoughts aside, the photograph does an excellent job of portraying the intensity of the fire, with enough of the remaining structure visible to to add detail and interest. The stairstepping of the men in their protective suits along with the up curve of the hose followed by the down curve of the water provides a calming artistic touch to the inferno. The framing is ideal for the scene. Good job, Christine.