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This is the Metro subway map consisting of the following lines: RED, BLUE, GREEN AND GOLD. My daily commute is on the Red Line.
This is where I get off, at 7th Street and Metro Center. This is also the station where you go through a tunnel and connect to the Blue Line going to Long Beach.
Getting in and out of the train station is always in a hurry, either to get to work on time or be home early. So everything around me is always ignored. Little did I know that there is a hidden gem, works of art, in the subway station.
This only a part of the long and narrow mural on the East Tunnel. This ceramic tile looks like an unfolding film strip.
The artist is Joyce Kozloff, who was commissioned in 1993, used hundreds of images from films. Some details are from the Western movies, famous naval scenes, romantic and historic movies.
I hope you have enjoyed my part of my world, next stop would be Pershing Square. All Aboard!!
Ewok
July 13th, 2009
Sometimes I wish I was taking the train to work because of something like this. Art in unexpected places. I love those tile work, they’re simply fantastic.
Enjoy your day and hope your week is just wonderful.
Erin
July 13th, 2009
beautiful captures of these amazing tiles. just beautiful work.
i, unfortunately did not get a chance to ride the metro system this visit. will try to do it next trip
have a lovely evening.
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Sylvia Kirkwood
July 13th, 2009
Fantastic shots! And I do love train stations! This one is exceptional! Thanks for sharing this corner of your world with us!
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James
July 13th, 2009
I like train stations especially ones that have art. Very nice post Ebie!
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kbguy
July 13th, 2009
..and where is this place ? Is this the light rail transport which travels within the city ? But the train looks so ancient. I wonder what are their speed. I prefer train over bus.
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Ebie
July 13th, 2009
@Kbguy: This is in the Los Angeles, California area. The speed I think is maximum of 50mph and if the conductor drives more than that, there is a main control that would bring back its speed to normal.
Martha
July 13th, 2009
Maybe I’ll have a chance to check it out next time we are in LA. I never thought it would happen, subway in LA.
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Janie of Utah
July 13th, 2009
I’m glad you took the time to notice the art work and photograph it for us. It’s lovely, and nice to see in such a busy place.
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Carver
July 13th, 2009
I love those murals and it’s interesting to see your commute on the map.
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VickiS - FL
July 13th, 2009
I have never taken any type of train and I think it would be so interesting to do so. Especially if you’re not in a hurry and can enjoy your surroundings as you did. Nice murals…..
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irene
July 13th, 2009
This is sooo interesting. Thank you for sharing your world.
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Karen
July 13th, 2009
What marvellous works of art !! Great captures of them…
Do they have any problems with grafitti ???
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Katz (And Other) Tales
July 13th, 2009
Art in metro stations that isn’t graffiti? Wow how civilised! Love the flowers of the post below too. Such lovely rich colours.
Marites
July 13th, 2009
i’ve seen my share of subways in some countries and the ads and arts even sculptures in them always get my interest. I really like the ones you posted. I’m thinking of taking more pictures next time i get to some subway. They can really be interesting. My world is up too.
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bettyl
July 13th, 2009
How thoughtful for you to share these sights that we will probably never see! They are wonderful! Thanks you.
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Elisabeth's bright side
July 13th, 2009
Yes, I really enjoyed this mural! Good thing that you spotted this and showed to us. Have a great week!
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Snap
July 13th, 2009
This was a fun post. Traveling with you on your way to work and seeing your new discoveries. The murals are great! thanks so much!
Rajesh
July 14th, 2009
The metro murals are absolutely beautiful.
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Wolynski
July 14th, 2009
Love that last mural that looks like a movie. Never knew the metro had all this fantastic art. But as you said, who notices this, when rushed?
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Hazel
July 14th, 2009
It’s a great visual treat after work. I love those murals, specially the first one. Makes me feel cozy
Happy Tuesday!
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Arija
July 14th, 2009
It is so interesting to see what goes on under a city. Great with all the rush of modern day that there is also time for a bit of art.
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Pacey
July 14th, 2009
Love them all, Kenna will be so delighted to see this work and would become so dreamy again, lost in her fantasies…hahahah…
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Larry D
July 14th, 2009
Art in the subways, what a wonderful idea!
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Denise
July 14th, 2009
It looks very similar to our Metro lines here, except sad to say that we have no beautiful murals to adorn our walls. Your photos are lovely Ebie. Have a great week.
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