Chop Suey Neon Sign Portland Chinatown | Tim Trautmann

A vintage neon sign for "Chop Suey" rises above the historic brick buildings of Portland's Chinatown district, crowned with an ornate pagoda-style architectural element. The warm afternoon light bathes the multi-story commercial buildings while decorative red street lamps line the quiet intersection. Cars parked along the street and the clear blue sky create a peaceful urban scene that captures the enduring character of this culturally significant neighborhood.

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Caption

The iconic Chop Suey neon sign stands sentinel over Portland's historic Chinatown district on a clear afternoon.

Description

A vintage neon sign for "Chop Suey" rises above the historic brick buildings of Portland's Chinatown district, crowned with an ornate pagoda-style architectural element. The warm afternoon light bathes the multi-story commercial buildings while decorative red street lamps line the quiet intersection. Cars parked along the street and the clear blue sky create a peaceful urban scene that captures the enduring character of this culturally significant neighborhood.

Location

Chinatown, Portland, Oregon, United States

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Subject

Chop Suey Sign Portland Chinatown Neon Signage Historic District Urban Street Scene Commercial Buildings Cultural Landmark Pacific Northwest

Keywords

Red Street Lamps Brick Architecture Clear Blue Sky Afternoon Light Pagoda Design Multi Story Buildings Parked Cars Quiet Intersection Vintage Neon Commercial Storefronts Urban Photography Heritage Site Street Level View Mixed Use Buildings Historic Preservation

Technical

Camera: X-T3
Lens: Fujifilm Fujinon XF16-55mmF2.8 R LM WR
Focal length: 42.7 mm
Aperture: ƒ/8
Shutter: 1/250 s
ISO: 160
Resolution: 4033 × 6050 (24.4 MP)
File size: 4.8 MB

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Model release: Not applicable

Property release: Not applicable

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