27/09/2010 072 present: To the MCG

ID: 20800
Photographer: Hans Sieker
Copyright: library does not own image (image not on public access)
Org ID: Snapped072pres

Description:

Third place in the Snapped: Melbourne past and present photography competition 2010.

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Judges' comments:
The judges were very impressed by the number of entries which capture the atmosphere of Melbourne through its people. In this case the serious role of sport in our culture and the bonds forged across the generations are still the same 60 years later. Grandfather and grandson stride purposefully through the city's parklands, cushions and kitbag in hand, set for an afternoon at the MCG.

Hans' comments:
Two grandfathers, two grandsons but only three people.

Cliff Imer, the grandson of the 1940 photograph, then an office boy in a shipping office is now the grandfather of student Liam Sieker in 2010.

Both photos were taken in the same area on the pathway from Jolimont Station to the MCG. The earlier photo was taken by a commercial photographer and cost two shillings, 20c or so. The re-enactment photo was taken more or less for amusement by Liam’s father.

The grandfather of 1940, Ern Harrison, was an enthusiastic cricket lover and former player and umpire who encouraged Cliff's interest in cricket. Cliff became a MCC member for 35 years, including 14 years as a voluntary tour guide.

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