Machinist - Working that 9 to 5 job 1939 - Side by Side
by Mike Savad
Title
Machinist - Working that 9 to 5 job 1939 - Side by Side
Artist
Mike Savad
Medium
Photograph - Hand Colorized Photo
Description
Hand colored photo from 1939
Original title: Machinist working at lathe. Seminole, Oklahoma, oil refinery
Photographer: Russell Lee
Location: Oklahoma
At the workbench, the steady hum of machines filled the air, a familiar symphony to weathered ears. Hands moved with practiced precision, shaped by years spent in the company of metal and machinery. Fingers, now roughened and calloused, expertly guided each piece into place.
A nearly spent cigarette dangled from the lips, its long trail of ash a silent testament to unwavering focus. Every day unfolded in much the same way: early mornings, the thick scent of oil and steel, and the relentless drive to meet the next deadline. Yet, in the routine, there was a quiet honesty, a sense of purpose that came from creating something real, something lasting.
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August 17th, 2024
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