The barns in Michigan are nothing short of extraordinary. Many of them are unpainted, and allowed to age naturally, although I am guessing the wood must be treated. 
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Wonderful B&W. Beautiful old barn.
Thanks Terry.
Mike, there are tons of barns left to fall over here. There is a barn preservation group here someplace. Great B&W photo!
It really is a barn slut’s paradise. Everywhere I looked I saw another beauty. Thank you John.
Each time I try to think of something original to say, but it comes down to this: I like your photos – especially in black and white – very much!
Thank you my beautiful friend. If the comment originates from you, that is unique enough for me, and thank you very much indeed.
It’s amazing how your pictures take me to another place (my youth) in time. Thanks for the great post. I haven’t seen a bad one from you yet… Keep up your great work.
Thanks very much. Generous comment.
Charming old barn – looks great in black and white. I like the lightning rods on top.
Thanks Pat.
Really nice, Mike.
Thanks my brother hutch.
I’ve always liked old barns… not sure why ’cause I’ve lived my whole life in big cities. There’s something about them. I think if I had my choice, my house would be a barn-house (if that’s a word…but you know what I mean), with a wrap around porch, in a nice wooded area on 2+ acres. Oh, and a nice lake or creek on the property so I could go fishing. Not a lot to ask, is it??
Nice job on the black & white. Thanks for sharing!
I would actually like to live in that property as you described it. Sounds great!
Thank you.
Are those pulleys on the front of the barn? Very cool shot and I love the clouds! Welcome back Mike and keep them coming.
Yo, jagged brother, I think that is just electrical wires. Could be wrong, I often am. And thank you, sir.
Dude the totally are……Sorry flashback but they are casting a shadow that looked like a looping set of lines on a pulley. Extra nice. And you are welcome!
This is a great shot Mike! I love rustic old barns!
Thanks glove.
Beautiful image. The clouds add drama to the charm of the barn.
That is exactly what the clouds do. Drama is a good word. Thank you.