Looks like a place on the so called wrong side of the tracks, Rob. No place for sissies I would guess. The gray of the sky reinforces the feel. Good manip.
An interesting scene Rob and atmosphere in your photo. I like the shadows in the photo and the way the eye is led to the greenery and light at the back of the alley. Nice work.
Rob - The dark textures are integral to this image. However, the left side is a bit too dark in my opinion. I like the soft light provided by the overcast sky, as reflected on the brick wall. Thad