Friday, May 4, 2012

The Umbrella Making Centre (Part two)

 Continuing along the assembly line of construction of the various umbrella parts:




Taking  people photos is my special interest.
This is a particular favourite of mine.  I can't really say why.
Perhaps it's the way she held her head while she worked.  Her utter focus and concentration.
Or, perhaps she's thinking of something else as she works.  
Something's on her mind, or, perhaps she's just plain tired out.
I don't know, I just know I felt drawn to her.
After I took the photo, she looked up and we exchanged a smile - that lovely universal connection.
Does anyone else have any thoughts about this photo?







A close-up of what has been the result of all those shavings in the previous pic:



Everyone plays their part.  I may have gotten the photos out of sequence.  I was just fascinated seeing each element being produced.


On to this fellow, who carved the spindles.









Then,  back to the ladies' work platforms for the final touches before going further down the line.
The umbrella shape is evident now


More later, in part three.



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30 comments:

  1. TexWisGirl04 May, 2012 08:16

    so very cool!

    i thought about my mother, talking to herself, worrying, praying, as she did her work. :)

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    1. Susan04 May, 2012 09:58

      Thanks Theresa, that's a lovely personal thought.

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  2. Super Earthling04 May, 2012 08:38

    Wonderful photos!
    My guess is that she's daydreaming as she works. It's amazing how much work goes into each of these.

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    1. Susan04 May, 2012 10:01

      Thank you Super E.
      It adds that much extra to the finished umbrella knowing who made them and how :D)

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    2. Super Earthling04 May, 2012 15:45

      Oh my goodness, Susan, I just had to pop back here to let you know that your wonderfully funny "two poached eggs on an ironing board" description in the comment you left me truly made me smile! :D

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    3. Susan04 May, 2012 23:10

      [heavy blushing] ;D)

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  3. Debbie04 May, 2012 08:41

    i love candid/unposed for pictures of people. i did not learn the beauty of those types of photo's until much later in life. it looks like a lot of work, i hope they are happy. i felt a slight hint of sadness in these pictures!!

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    1. Susan04 May, 2012 10:36

      I enjoy reading everyone's thoughts about these photos - thank you too for yours Debbie, they're much appreciated. I can feel what you mean about the slight hint of sadness in them. Our faces reveal more than we realise in unguarded moments don't they.

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  4. BumbleVee04 May, 2012 08:50

    turning spindles by hand of all things...so primitive and yet they turn out so beautifully ....
    the little man is kind of shy looking to me....

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    1. Susan04 May, 2012 10:30

      He was a shy man Vee - very proud to show off his skills to us though.

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  5. Denise04 May, 2012 08:59

    Great post. I love to see how things are made and your photos are wonderful.

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    1. Susan04 May, 2012 10:37

      Thanks for dropping by Denise and I'm glad you're enjoying the photos.

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  6. * SIMPLE SEQUINS *04 May, 2012 12:21

    Very interesting, esp. the photos . . . close ups, etc. Don't worry about the new interface on Blogger. It's easy once you are there for a couple of times. I was nervous too but seems a cinch now. ~ happy travels, Renae

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    1. Susan04 May, 2012 23:13

      That's great Renae and, you're right, I'm getting very nearly, quite possibly, perhaps in a minute... most likely by tomorrow, used to the new interface. If they could just call the Dashboard - The Dashboard and have a little box that clearly says "To The Dashboard" when I've been roaming throughout it... then I'd be a lot happier!!! :D)

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  7. DEB04 May, 2012 20:34

    A lot of work for the small amount of money we pay for them.

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    1. Susan04 May, 2012 23:15

      Yep, and you could say the same for lots of things they make/do over there.

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  8. Nancy05 May, 2012 11:34

    I imagine they have been doing the same motions for so long, that they can think about all sorts of things as they work. I wonder if they enjoy what they are doing, or is it monotonous? Great post Susan -- waiting for Part 3!

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    1. Susan06 May, 2012 08:22

      Thanks for your thoughts too Nancy :D)

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  9. Terry and Linda06 May, 2012 08:06

    What an interesting post! Thank you for sharing!!!


    Linda
    http://coloradofarmlife.wordpress.com
    http://deltacountyhistoricalsociety.wordpress.com

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  10. Susan07 May, 2012 05:21

    Well, you have a point. The lady looks a little despondent, but, maybe she was singing to herself. That's no good....she would have been smiling, and her lips would be moving, slightly. The fact that she looked up and gave you a smile tells me that it wasn't all that bad, as her sad expression suggests. She was probably tired and wanted to go home! haha! This was lovely, Susan. Such a craft! We don't always think of how dainty, artistic items like these umbrellas are made-definitely patience it takes, I think. Love your photos!♫

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    1. Susan07 May, 2012 07:42

      Thanks for your thoughts too Susan - yes, I'm kinda thinking she was tired. Really glad you're enjoying the photos ... ha ha, thousands more!! ;D)

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  11. Vicki07 May, 2012 15:52

    Never has the adage "a picture paints a thousand words" been more true. I could study these photos for hours.

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    1. Susan09 May, 2012 08:59

      It's a good saying isn't it Vicki. I'll never tire of taking photos and I have fun sharing them here :D)

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  12. DeeBee L.07 May, 2012 18:40

    It's good that you should show people how these umbrellas are made! It requires quite a skill and i am always impressed at the end result!

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    1. Susan09 May, 2012 09:00

      Thanks DeeBee, we never knew what was around the corner during our travels... each day brought a new discovery :D)

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  13. Holly from 300 Pounds Down10 May, 2012 22:57

    I love your attention to detail in these photos. Like the comment you made about how she had her head tilted while doing the work. I think the best photographers see things in every day life that we might not. Plus I feel like I just went on an adventure in this one. Glad I found your blog!

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  14. Susan11 May, 2012 10:44

    Hi Holly... Welcome to my blog! Thank you for your kind comments, I do love taking photos and each one is special to me for various reasons. I have a big problem with culling them though. Fortunately, we have a lot of computer storage space ;D)

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  15. Buttons11 May, 2012 22:27

    Oh my gosh Susan you have an incredible way of capturing mood and thoughts of ordinary people in you photos. I love that. Hug B

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    1. Susan12 May, 2012 12:21

      Many thanks B, I really appreciate that :D)

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