Photo by myself in Union Square, at 14th Street and Broadway.
Tables with chess boards printed on them are out constantly for public use. All you need are the chess pieces and an opponent.
Even in the chilly February rain, these enthusiasts played on.
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quand on a la passion, rien n'arrête les joueurs d'échec
ReplyDeletewhen they have passion, nothing stops the players of chess
Playing games or painting pictures at a public place is a great way of meeting new people. You have a conversation starter!
ReplyDeleteI love this pic, I think i was in this area when i visited nyc a few years back, i really recognise it.
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Too cool, kitty. Too cool. I love how New Yorkers take total advantage of every public outdoor space, even in less than wonderful weather.
ReplyDeleteThey must love to play chess. I could think of a couple of outdoor games for rainy days.
ReplyDeleteAbraham Lincoln said, "Hello," all the way from Brookville, Ohio in the U.S.A. And his wife of 53 years said hello too.
Pat and Abe Lincoln
Brookville, Ohio
i like that it's in B&W...i think it goes well with the moment
ReplyDeleteYour photograph is beautiful and totally the opposite of what I was expecting from reading the post title - it was a wonderful surprise!
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elsie
Great picture, lovely.
ReplyDeleteAnd obviously a little passion for the game helps! :)
ReplyDeleteNice photo. I like chess, but would never play out in the rain. There is a big chess set built into the street outside the library in Leeds, I passed it yesterday but no one was playing, despite the dry weather.
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Leeds Daily Photo