The Barre Cross

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I'm a member of the New Ipswich Photo Club. We meet monthly in the New Ipswich Library to discuss photography and choose a monthly photo theme. The theme for this month is Leading Lines, a composition method that draws the eye to some point in the image. 

This theme is proving to be a challenge for me. I've yet to come up with an original idea. I did go through some older photos for ideas. These are the ones I took at The Barre Cross in Barre, MA. It is an interesting place which can only be seen from 1000 feet in the air.

God's Wisdom
 In 1989, John Hardy received a loud firm message from God that instructed him to build a cross 200 ft long 25 ft wide, painted with The Ten Commandments in the middle of the field. Followed by creating a message to all that could be seen from 1,000 feet in the air, God's Wisdom, made with trees and crushed marble. Throughout the years many people have visited his home and he was able to share his love of Jesus and to reconnect people with The Ten Commandments. Weddings, baptisms, healings, and many more memorable events have taken place on the farm. John was always thankful to everyone who donated their time and energy to The Cross. He was a faithful servant and pursued God's will for his property. "Grandpa John" humbly lived a beautiful life and glorified God with every moment. John's purpose was fulfilled, and is to be cherished by many more for generations to come. Obituary August 20, 2017 - Source Website

I visited the Cross Oct 11, 2017

View toward Barn

View toward center of Cross


Location: 33 Harty Rd, Barre, MA 01005, USA

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