Walk Three

July 28, 2011

This walk began at Rupert Ave and Main St. I realized early that it was a wise decision to split this area from the area in my previous walk, because it possessed different qualities. There are fewer buildings, more parking, and abandoned lots. The In Between spaces were more subtle than the defined canyons and tunnels of the area in Walk 2.  Pioneer plant species are taking over many of the spaces within this area, creating a feeling of overall abandonment.  This area feels as though it is the back alley of the city.  This feeling of neglect was contrasted at the end of the walk, through Stephen Juba Park. The new developments here are very ‘clean’ and sterile when compared with the surrounding environment. The extension of the park between the Railroad Bridge and Provencher Bridge feels less manicured and underutilized.

 

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This is an interesting assortment of objects.  Perhaps, this can be seen as a form of claiming one’s space, like graffiti tagging.

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The city’s solution to jay-walking.

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There are a lot of desire lines in this area, which may indicate that users, or residents, of these areas are utilizing these spaces in different ways then was originally intended. 

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This image is a prime example of the contrast between new and old within this area. Pristine and sterile versus abandoned and wild.

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Pioneer species are taking over the sidewalk. This reminds me of dirt roads where the condition is reversed, the tracks of vehicles being the only area worn down and without vegetation. 

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The vegetation surrounding this trampled path, which leads into an abandoned lot, creates a sense of enclosure and threshold, providing a sense of curiosity and adventure. 

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I think the reserved parking sign attached to two dead trees ­­is interesting especially since it doesn’t look like any cars that park there. 

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The BMW in front of the Paddlewheel Riverboats office seems slightly out of place in comparison to its surroundings.

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What’s left of the Alexander docks.

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At least the port-a-potty looks to be well utilized. 

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The walking path with wood railings creates a feeling of being trapped, as though jay-walking in the park is not permitted. 

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