The theme for this week's photohunt is artificial.
I was browsing my photos looking for a shot of artificial plants or flowers, when I stumbled upon our photos from our last Las Vegas trip three years ago, and there I found my idea for the artificial theme. I love Las Vegas, and really think that everyone should experience the magical Vegas strip at least once in their lifetime. And just to make a point here, I am not a gambler, and I never can get myself to spend more than few dollars on nickel slot machines, and normally do so to get a free drink:). But the elegance of the resorts, the chaos of the crowds, the elaborate designs, and ostentatious decorations give me something to gawk at where ever I turn. When I think artificial, I am thinking man-made things created to mimic a natural or already existing objects and scenes, and Las Vegas is just that;artificial beauty, but awesome nonetheless.
As an example, I am going to share photos of Las Vegas's Venice, as seen in the Venetian:Resort, Hotel and Casino. Opened in 1999, the Venetian is a beautiful representation of the Venice, with a "grand canal", gondolas, singing gondoliers, shops and restaurants. It is mini artificial Venice.
And here is how it compares to real Venice in case you were wondering:
Not bad, eh?
Thanks for visiting, have a great weekend everyone!
Comments (31)
Perfect! I haven't been to Vegas yet and agree with you, I need to go there at least once in my life. And of course seeing the artificial Venice will crack me up!!!
Posted by Annie | August 14, 2009 9:16 AM
Posted on August 14, 2009 09:16
Artificial beauty, what a great take on the theme and great shots of Vegas, I still have to go there :)
Happy hunting and happy weekend!
Posted by Mar | August 14, 2009 11:47 AM
Posted on August 14, 2009 11:47
Candi, this is a perfect idea for the theme of artificial. Fantastic photos too. I love how you compare the artificial and the real.
A friend of mine was talking to a couple businessmen while on a conference in Vegas a couple years ago. The men told her that they'd been to Venice, Italy and said there wasn't much difference between it and Las Vegas. Can you imagine not seeing a difference between man-made glitz and the real thing?
Posted by Anne | August 14, 2009 12:10 PM
Posted on August 14, 2009 12:10
I would love to go to real Venice and my husband would love to go to Las vegas - for the amazing sights too.
Posted by liz | August 14, 2009 3:13 PM
Posted on August 14, 2009 15:13
Great take on the theme. That is so funny to me that someone wouldn't see much of a difference between Venice and the artificial Vegas version. Great shots. Happy weekend.
Posted by Carver | August 14, 2009 3:14 PM
Posted on August 14, 2009 15:14
Well I still love the real venice but it is fun if you get the chance! Great choice.
Posted by expatraveler | August 14, 2009 4:54 PM
Posted on August 14, 2009 16:54
There's also one like that in Macau. Nice shots!
Here's my entry
Posted by sassy mom | August 14, 2009 7:07 PM
Posted on August 14, 2009 19:07
Thanks all for the comments!
Anne, I don't know how one can't see the difference. I love the Venetian Hotel in Vegas, but the Venice is the real charming deal.
Posted by candi | August 14, 2009 7:10 PM
Posted on August 14, 2009 19:10
what an interesting post and i'd love to visit Las Vegas and Venice someday for the lovely views.
Posted by liferamblings | August 14, 2009 7:13 PM
Posted on August 14, 2009 19:13
Great take on the theme,Candi.Vegas wasn't my cup of tea, but I agree that everyone should visit once!
Posted by sheri | August 14, 2009 7:46 PM
Posted on August 14, 2009 19:46
Wow, but of course, the real thing is always the best :)
Posted by julie | August 14, 2009 10:44 PM
Posted on August 14, 2009 22:44
I have yet to visit the casino but heard from friends that it is magnificent.
Posted by eastcoastlife | August 15, 2009 1:33 AM
Posted on August 15, 2009 01:33
nice comparison! I'd still go for the real one even if i really like the Macau resort. my PH is up too.
Posted by marites | August 15, 2009 1:34 AM
Posted on August 15, 2009 01:34
So perfect....Everything in Vegas is artificial!!
My artificial photo this week is a bit hairy! If you'd like to stop by and visit Click Here! I'd love to have you join me. Happy Saturday!!
Posted by HOOTIN' ANNI | August 15, 2009 4:51 AM
Posted on August 15, 2009 04:51
Great shots and take of the theme, Candi! :)
Have a nice weekend!
Anna
Posted by Anna | August 15, 2009 6:33 AM
Posted on August 15, 2009 06:33
What a clever take on this weeks theme. I love Las Vegas though I am not a gambler either. It is such a strange phenomena to see all of this in the middle of a desert. Thanks Candi.
Posted by Barb Cabot | August 15, 2009 7:05 AM
Posted on August 15, 2009 07:05
Now that's artificial.
Posted by sandi @ the whistlestop cafe | August 15, 2009 8:11 AM
Posted on August 15, 2009 08:11
Hi Candi, great photos and take on this week's theme! I love the comparison photos too. Btw, I can do one better, whenever I find myself in Vegas, I play the penny slots. The real challenge, however, is trying to last long enough on the slots for my free drink to arrive. :)
And I also agree that everyone should experience the spectacle of Vegas at least once in their lifetime.
Have a great weekend!
Posted by Kathy (Trekcapri) | August 15, 2009 8:26 AM
Posted on August 15, 2009 08:26
They are all pretty choice for the theme...Happy weekend and hunting too.
Posted by gengen | August 15, 2009 8:38 AM
Posted on August 15, 2009 08:38
nobody does artificial better than vegas. ">http://ladygaladrielkj.blogspot.com/2009/08/photo-hunt-artificial.html> my photo hunt is here Thanks
Posted by kaye | August 15, 2009 11:06 AM
Posted on August 15, 2009 11:06
Great take on the theme. I agree that Las Vegas is over the top, but it's still a fun place to visit. And I love staying at the Venetian.
Posted by Cindy Ruth | August 15, 2009 12:36 PM
Posted on August 15, 2009 12:36
Great photos!
Posted by amy | August 15, 2009 1:14 PM
Posted on August 15, 2009 13:14
Vegas is the perfect choice for this theme! Love your beautiful comparison photos.
I haven't been in Vegas in 12 years and would like to go to see the magnificent Chihuly ceiling at the Bellagio.
Have a fun weekend!
Posted by María I. | August 15, 2009 1:23 PM
Posted on August 15, 2009 13:23
I love Paris Hotel in Las Vegas, but I know it's not really the Eiffel Tower sitting in front.
Great take on the theme, Candy!
Posted by nancyhol | August 15, 2009 2:15 PM
Posted on August 15, 2009 14:15
You're right with both of "V" places - Vegas and Venice. I thought Venice was a place for cameras. So many beautiful and unusual sites.
http://blondesherry.blogspot.com/2009/08/ph-artificial.html
Posted by Sherry @ EX Marks the Spot | August 15, 2009 2:44 PM
Posted on August 15, 2009 14:44
I agree - perfect for artificial. I can't think of anything else except may be Disneyland. :)
Posted by Marta | August 15, 2009 5:11 PM
Posted on August 15, 2009 17:11
Oh WOW what a great post!!! Excellent photos. I've never been to Vegas (or Venice!) and so this was a real treat.
Mine's up, too! I hope you get some time to visit.
Mrs. Mecomber
New York Traveler Photo Hunt
Posted by Mrs. Mecomber | August 15, 2009 6:51 PM
Posted on August 15, 2009 18:51
You could have put the entire Vegas and it would clear the theme of artificial :D
Great take. I never thought of this route. Great job.
Posted by Photo Cache | August 16, 2009 12:17 AM
Posted on August 16, 2009 00:17
Wonderful choice for this theme. Las Vegas itself is so artificial.
Happy weekend
Posted by jmb | August 16, 2009 8:44 AM
Posted on August 16, 2009 08:44
wow! looks like a romantic place... beutiful!
Mine is up here
Posted by ohmygums | August 16, 2009 12:21 PM
Posted on August 16, 2009 12:21
Very clever take on the theme this week! At first before realizing the last 3 photos were really of Venice, I couldn't understand how Las Vegas ever replicated the buildings and canals (especially in the last 2 photos). I love that last shot. I have only been to Las Vegas once (even though it is the top destination from Hawaii) and that was back in the early 80's before Venice and Paris were built.
Posted by girasoli | August 17, 2009 2:22 AM
Posted on August 17, 2009 02:22