My name is Penelope, although, unlike my famous namesake, I’m not all that patient. I have waited a long time for this, my Odyssey.
As a biologist, I bought my first camera (Pentax Spotmatic) in 1970 to record the natural world. I arrived here on April 11, 2007 to renew my connection with photography, and did not expect to find so much friendship and inspiration, certainly not the confidence to finally begin what had eluded me for decades – writing and illustrating stories from my life. After years using film, I miss the quality, but I love my digital cameras (currently using Olympus Pen F), and I try to find some of that quality by using my old film-era lenses.
I choose my contacts with care. They speak to me; they connect with me. We communicate. I'm here to learn and share, not to collect.
And please, no glitter or things that dance or flap or lick or otherwise annoy. I prefer it in your words.
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- JoinedApril 2007
- Occupationwriter, artist, biologist, freelance opportunist
- Hometownmany places, mostly family
- Current cityLittle Qualicum Estuary, Vancouver Island, BC
- CountryCanada
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Most of the times my wanderings feel like an odyssey. Penelope comosed the soundtrack to my ramblings. You need humanity, go to Penelope's place. You need soothing, drown in her gems. You need discovery, collect her pearls. Penelope's work is the blues that feels so true & good & beautiful. Penelope's photographs ar… Read more
Most of the times my wanderings feel like an odyssey. Penelope comosed the soundtrack to my ramblings. You need humanity, go to Penelope's place. You need soothing, drown in her gems. You need discovery, collect her pearls. Penelope's work is the blues that feels so true & good & beautiful. Penelope's photographs are pure poetry & she is a true treasure!
Read lessPenny is one of The.Most.Thoughtful.People.On.The.Planet. If someone were to ask me what it takes to be a good friend, I would merely point in Penny's direction and say, "Go. Follow."
What a rich spirit abounds here, and such a clear eye for the details that are often overlooked by others. I hang around with artists, writers, and photographers but Penny's photographs stand out. They contain a stark beauty that penetrates to the soul. Her stories draw you in, and leave you with a feeling of renew… Read more
What a rich spirit abounds here, and such a clear eye for the details that are often overlooked by others. I hang around with artists, writers, and photographers but Penny's photographs stand out. They contain a stark beauty that penetrates to the soul. Her stories draw you in, and leave you with a feeling of renewal, joie de vivre.
Read lessI became wrapped up in the glory of Penny's words, taken aback at their honesty and search for truth. I became entranced with the images she tells her stories with. And I wait, eager for the next installments, to see where the journey takes us. What a wonderful soul, what a wonderful heart, what a wonderful odyssey.
I think its time I updated my testimonial for my friend Penny :) I now know a lot more about the complex person that Penelope really is, her wonderful caring and creative nature, the fact that she has so much inside her bursting to get out; her words and pictures are only part of this, Penny is developing the confid… Read more
I think its time I updated my testimonial for my friend Penny :) I now know a lot more about the complex person that Penelope really is, her wonderful caring and creative nature, the fact that she has so much inside her bursting to get out; her words and pictures are only part of this, Penny is developing the confidence to create this wonderful odyssey which will soon have a life of its own, I count her as a great friend and I love her. I cant wait for the day she comes to the UK for her book signing and we meet :) The old testimonial :- Penny has a crow as a pet how cool is that !, I know nothing more about her or her life but she takes some cool photos, has a great sense of humour so what more do you need, if you ever find an injured vulture she's your girl for sure, please encourage her to take more photos and let us watch her photography skill and flickr stream develop together.
Read lessPenny's art is so fascinating, unique, and inspiring! There are so many surprises and treasures here... Talent abounds! Get ready to see and read the unexpected!
I have no idea what she's on about, but I like her and her photos. penelope's odyssey is my secret getaway. shhhh
I should not be surprised that the meaning of Penelope is this: "It is of Greek origin, and its meaning is "weaver". From "pene". Mythology: Penelope, wife of Odysseus, fended off suitors by weaving during the day and unraveling at night a tapestry she said had to be completed before she would wed another husband. The… Read more
I should not be surprised that the meaning of Penelope is this: "It is of Greek origin, and its meaning is "weaver". From "pene". Mythology: Penelope, wife of Odysseus, fended off suitors by weaving during the day and unraveling at night a tapestry she said had to be completed before she would wed another husband. The name has come to signify a loyal, capable, and clever woman." Everything about her is woven in her stories and photos. The unraveling is done as I read each one and I still get tangled in a pleasant mess that I keep with me through the day. I am hooked and so will anyone else who treads here for very long!
Read lessIt's no mistake that Penny has what can only be termed as a cult following. She gives us glimpses into her odd life through her photos and what she writes about them. Her comments are insightful and refreshing, and she visits friends often to see what we're all up to. Lastly, I know I'm not the only one to take a pi… Read more
It's no mistake that Penny has what can only be termed as a cult following. She gives us glimpses into her odd life through her photos and what she writes about them. Her comments are insightful and refreshing, and she visits friends often to see what we're all up to. Lastly, I know I'm not the only one to take a picture of something simply because it reminded me of her - seems that just about everyone on her contact's list has been inspired to relay back a bit of their lives in return. Thank you for your friendship Penelope, you are my favourite flickr'r!
Read lessfrom her very first email, i knew penny was one of those good souls. you know the ones: valuable because of their rarity and precious because of the light they bring to your life. she has a sensitive eye for detail, a seemingly innate ability to find beauty in the most unexpected places, a gentle-but-strong spirit,… Read more
from her very first email, i knew penny was one of those good souls. you know the ones: valuable because of their rarity and precious because of the light they bring to your life. she has a sensitive eye for detail, a seemingly innate ability to find beauty in the most unexpected places, a gentle-but-strong spirit, and a way with words that makes them positively flow right off the screen. her photos speak to the place in your heart that craves friendship, family (the kind with birds and dogs!), familiarity, found fonts, and just plain fun. ... her photos are like coming home. thank you for being such a treasured friend, penny.
Read lessI don’t even know where to begin – each time I open her stream, there are so many exceptional images, taken from such a thoughtful perspective, and with a true eye for beautiful simplicity, but she also has mastered a technique that makes things she sees magic. This is not a pool where you can stop at just one or two … Read more
I don’t even know where to begin – each time I open her stream, there are so many exceptional images, taken from such a thoughtful perspective, and with a true eye for beautiful simplicity, but she also has mastered a technique that makes things she sees magic. This is not a pool where you can stop at just one or two shots – it is indeed an odyssey through nature, beauty, life, and the world through Penelope’s eyes. A sublime journey, one I shall enjoy for a long time to come.
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