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John...  I've always wished to tour the South and take pictures of nothing but old barns.  I don't see that trip materializing, but this is excellent work you have here... Mike

thank you, Michael.  i'm sure that barn pics are like cat pics to a lot of people, but having been raised on a farm...they're kind of near and dear to me.  and...they're fast disappearing, as i'm sure you know.  i can't even imagine the what the present day cost of a barn like this ....built of oak, would be...but it would have to be at least a half-million.  not only is the cost prohibitive these days, but so many of the areas in the South, and I'm sure other regions as well, just aren't being farmed, thus...no need for structures such as this.  i visited a website a few years back that belonged to an agency/organization of some type (maybe government run...maybe not) that keeps up with nothing but barns.  how fast they're being built, torn down, etc.  documentation of many of them.  i think i'll try to find it again.  it was a very interesting visit.  if i find it, i'll send you a link.

It was the texture, perspective and split toning that drew my attention. Aged but stately, the barm stands amongst the more youthful vegetation. Maybe I'm reading too much into this, but its finding a story that adds to the enjoyment. Congratulations.

Peter, Thank you for taking the time to comment. And...seeing that this is your first day on Photo.net, welcome!   As for the picture telling a story...I don't think you're reading too much into it at all.  I'm always glad to hear whatever story one of my pictures offers the viewer. 

You mentioned perspective.  I shot this photo from a low angle, with the barn sitting on a slight hill.  I think this angle has much to do with the "stately" appearance of the barn. 

If you care to take a look...I have a section of "vintage" barns, homes, churches, and other buildings in my portfolio.

Hope to see some of your work in the coming days, and look forward to getting to know you. 

Regards,   John