Four styles of this popular photograph are now available in a 2:1 panorama ratio.
I’ve had requests for a more-panorama-shape of one of my most popular photographs of the Indian River Inlet Bridge. So I made a “regular” Panorama (2:1 ratio) and three additional presentations. Might you be interested in any of these please let me know. If so, which one? Leave a response in the comments section at the bottom of the page.
The Charles W. Cullen Bridge is the official name of this beautiful example of cable-stayed suspension bridge architecture. The Indian River Inlet Bridge carries coastal traffic on Route 1 across the Indian River Inlet just north of Bethany Beach Delaware.
This beautiful structure is sight to behold at any time of day or night. However, twilight, the transition between day and night, brings out the spectacular color of the bridge, the water and the sky – all in shades of blue – at this magical time.
The Indian River inlet joins the Rehoboth Bay and the Indian River Bay with the Atlantic Ocean. The Indian River Bridge over the inlet allows traffic to flow north and south along “Coastal Highway” (Route 1), connecting several beach resort towns from Ocean City in Maryland to Rehoboth Beach and Lewes in Delaware.
The Delaware Seashore State Park facilities on both the north and south sides of the Indian River Inlet and along the shore of the Indian River Bay attract thousands or people, who can enjoy sights like this, all year ’round. The area, just north of Bethany Beach, DE boasts campgrounds, a large marina, fishing and, of course, a well-maintained and guarded (in season) beach on the Atlantic Ocean.
Charles W. Cullen Bridge – Dedicated 2012
This bridge is named in honor and remembrance of Charles West Cullen, 1865-1948, a man who dedicated his life to public service and the the citizens of Delaware. Between 1930 and 1940, he served on the State Highway Commission, eventually being elevated to Chairman of the Commission from 1938-1939. While he was Chairman, work was started on a new bridge to span the Indian River Inlet. In recognition for his service on the Commission, the bridge was dedicated on May 18, 1940, in his name for his advocacy for the proper opening of the inlet and the internal development of the Indian River. Two additional bridges bearing his name have spanned the inlet since that time. This, the fifth bridge to span the inlet waterway, is was also dedicated in his name. (Paraphrased from the bridge dedication plaque.)
Use the links below to browse or shop more of Bill’s photographs of the Indian River Inlet Bridge.
Link to: Bill’s Indian River Inlet Bridge Collection, including the four panoramas above.
Link to: Panorama Wall Art Print
Link to: Simulated Charcoal Print
Link to: Dramatic Black & White Print
Link to: Abstract Expressionism Print
Link to: Bill’s full Gallery at Pixels/FineArtAmerica
It is a great idea to offer a variety for the customer. I confess my favourite is still the original, it is a great shot.
Thank you, Dorothy. I, too, agree the original is still the best version but a couple people asked about other formats.
I think I still prefer the format of the original print – the rocks in the foreground provide some additional interest. The artistic versions are a little difficult to see in this small format, and clicking takes you through to a page of bridges (which is fine) but it didn’t give me that enlarged view I was seeking. But good idea to offer choices.
Steve, thank you for the comment. I have now added links (at the bottom of the post) to each of the versions. But, I agree the original is still the best version.
I like the idea of offering choices, Bill. I prefer the original, but the dramatic black and white is my second favorite!
Thank you, Sharon. I still like the original the best (normal 3:2 ratio and not panorama) but for some reason I also really like the simulated charcoal version.
Great idea. I think the original works best with the black and white a close second.