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Being up close at Candlestick Park

21 Thursday Feb 2019

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I shot this photograph down the first base line in the front row. I normally did not sit this close. But since I would arrive early before the Giants played, I could roam around the different seating areas.

It is interesting to note there is a camera pointing at the SF Giants catcher – Terry Kennedy. The Giants played the San Diego Padres on this Monday night game on April 22, 1991.

I loved to arrive early to watch all the activities before the game began.

Sitting in the front row does give a great view of the game. But with the ideal view, there was also some danger. In those days, there were no safety nets in the front of these field level box seats. So fans had to pay close attention to every pitch in case a screaming line drive foul ball came your way. You really needed to bring a baseball mitt to protect yourself and hopefully catch the ball.

I am really thankful there are safety nets at Oracle Park now. These baseballs can go over 100 mph. As a fan, it is difficult to catch these fast balls even if they have a baseball mitt. Also if a baseball approaches, it is tricky to anticipate how to catch since often the ball will be flying on a curve. It could also ricochet off something.

How many times in life do we get hit by an unexpected curve ball. We all need a safety net to protect and help us. I know for me my safety net has been my God who actually did protect me at Candlestick Park. But that’s another story which you can find in this blog. Make sure you have a safety net to protect you.

Link to my blog story of protection at Candlestick Park

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Do you remember Candlestick Park’s Red Escalators?

08 Tuesday Aug 2017

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Candlestick Park on 4/15/15 viewed from Gate A which was the southside of the stadium. The double decker escalator was partially dismantled during this demolition time.  I really liked the bright red color of the escalator.  It was originally just concrete grey, but was painted red later.

I went up and down this escalator many times while going to SF Giants and 49’ers games. When I went to games there, especially night games, Candlestick Park was cool and windy often, and the stadium was old.  But I always enjoyed watching games at Candlestick Park because I liked the layout of the stadium.  The escalators were a good and fast way to get fans into the stadium from the parking lot.

I’m glad I took the different looks of the Candlestick Park escalators.  I never thought Candlestick Park would be demolished.  But I am glad I can remember these escalators thru my photographs.

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Saint Francis of Assisi Sinking in Candlestick Park

02 Wednesday Aug 2017

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The Saint Francis of Assisi Statue was located on the front of Candlestick Park on the South side of the stadium. During the demolition, the statue could be viewed from the North side of the stadium (Right Center Field) since most of the stands were torn down.

This demolition picture of Candlestick Park is metaphoric.  It looks like the sun on top of Saint Francis of Assisi is setting in the midst of the rubble.

Fortunately, the Saint Francis of Assisi statue is in safe keeping and is in storage.  I am looking forward to the day when this Saint Francis of Assisi is resurrected to be another reminder of Candlestick Park.

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The Last Days of Candlestick Park

01 Tuesday Aug 2017

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Candlestick Park on May 12, 2015.  It is now completely gone and only lives in our memories.  The Stick received a lot of bad rap because of the cold windy conditions which accompanied many night baseball games for the SF Giants.  Candlestick Park was also one of the oldest stadiums in use before it was torn down, but I have a lot of fond memories going to Giants and 49’er games there and being part of the die hard crowd who did not fear the fierce cold winds and fog that blew in from the Pacific Ocean through the wind tunnel gap on the border of Daly City and San Francisco.

I’m glad I captured a lot of the demolition of Candlestick Park even though it was sad for me to watch.  Watching the bulldozer tear down this beloved stadium was devastating.  But I’m glad I can look back at my old photographs of Candlestick Park to remember the good times watching the SF Giants and the 49er games.

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Gate A to Candlestick Park

15 Saturday Jul 2017

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You are looking at the double decker escalator heading up to Candlestick Park from the Gate A entrance of the main parking lot.  I always enjoyed taking the escalator up as this was one of the biggest escalators I ever rode. At the foot of the upper escalator entrance is a souvenir stand.

I’m glad I shot photos of this double decker escalator in the late 1980’s, since it may be rare.  I also like seeing the many cars in the main parking lot.  It is interesting to see the old style cars parked.

When I was photographing Candlestick Park, little did I know that one day this stadium would be demolish.  Also I never thought I would be recording this stadium’s history with my photographs.   This is a reminder for all of us that it is important to take lots of photographs to record the different scenes in our life.

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Candlestick Park Chairs Day & Night

13 Thursday Jul 2017

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This was the view from the top of Candlestick Park in section 55 on the northeast end of the stadium behind right center field for the top photograph. The bottom photograph was taken from section 1 on the south end zone of the stadium or behind home plate. The roof structure was built to help block some of the wind. It was a pretty good climb getting up to the top which was row 23. The north side of the stadium usually did not have many fans seated there for baseball except for play-off/World Series games or weekend Giants vs Dodger series.

I really like the bright orange chairs from the top photograph which I took in the day time.  I also like the glistening bronze glow of the stadium chairs from the night time stadium lights.  The chairs from each photo are from the opposite locations at Candlestick Park.  The types of light and the time of day can make all the difference in the appearance of a photograph.

I found out today that my photographs at Cafe St. Jorge will be up until Friday evening.  If you happen to be in that neighborhood, please go and take a look.  Or you can also catch me taking down the photographs on Friday before the cafe closes.

Thanks again Cafe St. Jorge for the opportunity to show my photographs.

Cafe St. Jorge

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Is Candlestick Park better in Black & White or in Color?

10 Wednesday May 2017

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Grounds crew were doing the final preparations for the Giants home opener against the new expansion team, Florida Marlins, in 1993. Back then, the Giants did not sell out most of their games but the home opener was always a big event and tickets were not always easy to get.

 

This is Candlestick Park on the same day. Do you prefer this Color Photo compared to the Black and White one above?

Why did I shoot Candlestick Park in Black and White and sometimes in Color?  Well in those days, it was easier to develop the pictures from Black and White film.  I could do it myself in my dark room.  Prints also were easier to print in Black and White.  For archival purposes, Black and White pictures lasted longer.  When I shot all these Candlestick Park pictures, there was no Photoshop.  I tried to shoot with the best natural lighting for a good shot.  I was also attending the Academy of Art College.  I was required to shoot in black and white which was a major reason why I did shoot in monochrome.

Today some cameras provide the option to shoot in Black and White.  Or you can choose to shoot in color.  Or if your camera does not have this option.  You can convert your photos to black and white via Photoshop.

Why do you want pictures in Black and White when we live in a world filled with diverse color?

  1. To create a certain mood in your picture.  What effect do you want in your photo
  2. Your scene is monochromatic.  If your scene is already kind of black, white and gray, then your picture should emphasize this monochrome look.
  3. If you want a “Timeless” look, then Black and White is the way to go.
  4. Create a Black and White picture if you want a Vintage look.  Vintage is very popular today.  For example, if your picture is of a historic object, then a vintage look would be appropiate.

Lastly, as you look at the 2 pictures above of Candlestick Park, which one do you prefer…the Black and White or the Color photograph?

So go and thru some of your color pictures and convert to Black and White to see which version you like better.

 

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