Gum Wall
Post Alley's gum wall is exactly what it sounds like, a narrow brick corridor beneath Pike Place Market plastered floor to ceiling in decades of colorful, textured chewing gum. The density of color and pattern makes it a surprisingly compelling subject, and you have options ranging from tight macro-style shots that isolate the layered texture to wider angles that capture the full scale of the wall and the people interacting with it. The alley is dim and shaded throughout the day, which actually works in your favor by reducing harsh shadows and giving you consistent soft light from morning through evening. A wide-angle or standard lens works well for environmental shots, while a short telephoto lets you compress and isolate color clusters. The space is narrow, so shoot during off-peak hours in the morning to avoid crowds and get clean compositions. (Seattle, Washington, United States)
