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The Kelpies are 30-metre-high horse-head sculptures depicting kelpies (shape-shifting water spirits), located between Falkirk and Grangemouth, standing next to a new extension to the Forth and Clyde Canal, and near River Carron, in The Helix, a new parkland project built to connect 16 communities in the Falkirk Council Area, Scotland. Towering above the Forth & Clyde Canal, The Kelpies are a feat of engineering, each made with 300 tonnes of structural steel; a steel frame with stainless steel cladding. The sculptures were designed by sculptor Andy Scott and were completed in October 2013 to form a gateway at the eastern entrance to the Forth and Clyde canal. The Kelpies are a monument to horse-powered heritage across Scotland.
This is the Clydesdale horse named Baron.
Bridge depicted on the OS 1st and 2nd edition maps and site of an earlier bridge. In 1810 the firm of Leys, Masson and Company aimed to make access to its Grandholm works easier by constructing a wooden bridge over the Don, with a small lodge. The bridge became known locally as the 'White Bridge'. It was replaced in 1922 by the present steel bridge, built for Crombie's by the Motherwell Bridge Company. After World War II a bailey bridge for pedestrians (NJ90NW0331) was placed a few hundred yards downstream near to the former works' gate. In 2002 the road bridge was closed to all drivers apart from Grandholm residents.
This "Doors of the Sun" street is U-shaped, and offers a few interesting points, also -- if not mainly -- at night.
The street art depicted in picture www.flickr.com/photos/jaime_lebre/52235970173/in/datepost... is barely visite at the far end of the street.
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Yesterdays photo taken at Botallack depicts the turbulent Atlantic Ocean positively battering the cliffs whereas in this capture it appears like milk spilling from a jug lol... I got far more pleasure when capturing this LE at Mother Iveys Bay though, because it was taken between lockdowns and although plenty of people on beaches a mile or so distant -because the local holiday camp of the same name we closed we had the beach to ourselves. I could relax whilst Jonathan threw a ball the opposite way to where i was taking photos which meant no paw prints in the sand and so got many different wave patterns as they broke on the beach. This was the only one that looked like this though....
The bay takes its name from the legend of Mother Ivy who was a local white witch who cursed a local family. It lies just around the coast from Harlyn Bay where you’ll find car parking and facilities (20 mins). Cushioned from the wind by the Merope Rocks, Mother Ivey’s Bay lies in a sheltered location framed by stunning coastal scenery where the soft sandy beach is ideal for both summer sandcastles and romantic winter walks.
This is a tile I saw at a charity store. I am guessing it's all about Noah's Ark. I didn't buy it.
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Sarkophagfront mit Jagtdarstellung
3. Jh.n.Chr.
Front of a Sarcophagus depicting a hunt
3rd century AD
The Long Corridor is a covered walkway in the Summer Palace in Beijing, China. The total length of the Long Corridor is 728 metres and it is decorated with more than 14,000 paintings, especially on the ceiling and its beams, which divide it into 273 sections. Along the corridor there are four octagonal pavilions. Each of these pavilions symbolises the four climatic seasons of the year. The more than 14,000 paintings have a wide variety of subjects: historical figures, famous buildings, landscapes, flowers, birds, fish, insects... Of particular importance are those depicting folk and traditional tales, fables and episodes from classical Chinese literature. As a part of the Summer Palace, the Long Corridor was included on the UNESCO World Heritage List in December, 1998.
There is no doubt that the Long Corridor is a beautiful place during the day. But it is at night, with the arrival of darkness and the lighting of the chinese lanterns, that it reaches its true splendour, creating a special atmosphere and transforming into a long, luminous and sinuous thread in the midst of the darkness. It is at night when it becomes a magical place, where stories, tales, fables, imagination... come to life and arise. Dreams and tales, in the middle of the night and darkness.
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LateNightTales
Orleans - David Crosby (LNT: David Holmes)
Three Hours - Nick Drake (LNT: The Cinematic Orchestra)
Flim - Aphex Twin (LNT: The Flaming Lips)
Blade Runner Blues - Vangelis (LNT: Röyksopp)
Man Next Door - Massive Attack (LNT: Django Django)
Be Nice To Me - Todd Rundgren (LNT: Music For Pleasure)
Magnolia - J.J. Cale (LNT: Turin Brakes)
Let's Get Lost - Elliott Smith (LNT: Air)
Planet Caravan - Black Sabbath (LNT: Air)
Unravel - Björk (LNT: Midlake)
Budapest by Blimp - Thomas Dolby (LNT: Röyksopp)
Lover, You Should've Come Over -Jordan Rakei (LNT: Jordan Rakei)
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En el silencio sin aliento de las 4 a.m., en la oscuridad se encuentra un triste cliché envuelto en el azul marino de las estrellas que se desvanecen lentamente. Dime cómo llegó ésto a ser.
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Duérmete y cállate, cariño. Es hora de dormir, hora de apagar la luz. Dulces sueños te esperan tras tus ojos cerrados y una manta de noche, donde las chinches no pican. Duérmete y calla hasta la mañana. Has dicho todas tus oraciones, és hora de hacerlas realidad. No te preocupes, tu papi está aquí, si lo necesitas esta noche. Tranquiliza tu mente. Descansa tus ojos y duerme bien.
The image depicts an electric vehicle charging station at the Visitors Center in Kingman, Arizona. Completing the scene is a gas advertisement looming in the distance.
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Interesting integration of an art mural depicting a serene forest scene inside a construction trailer at the future site of "The One" condo.
"Depicted as a "lovable loser"... Charlie Brown is characterized as a person who frequently suffers, and as a result, is usually nervous and lacks self-confidence. He shows both pessimistic and optimistic attitudes: on some days, he is reluctant to go out because his day might just be spoiled, but on others, he hopes for the best and tries as much as he can to accomplish things." (wikipedia)
Geschichte
Das Denkmal gesehen von ei-nem Fens-ter des Arbeits-zimmers des Kai-sers
Das Monumentaldenkmal für den ersten österreichischen Kaiser Franz I. und letzten des Heiligen Römischen Reiches (Kaiser Franz II.) wurde auf Veranlassung von Kaiser Ferdinand I. von dem Bildhauer Pompeo Marchesi geschaffen. Die Grundsteinlegung fand am Jahrestag der Völkerschlacht bei Leipzig 1842 statt und die Enthüllung am 16. Juni 1846.[1]
Beschreibung
Es stellt den Kaiser auf einem achteckigen Pfeiler in antiker Gewandung dar. An den Seitenfronten des Pfeilers sind bronzene Reliefs angebracht, die die Tätigkeiten des Volkes darstellen. Flankiert wird der Pfeiler von vier Kolossalstatuen, die den Glauben, die Stärke, den Frieden und die Gerechtigkeit symbolisieren.
Story
The monument seen from a window of the Emperor's study
The monumental monument to the first Austrian Emperor Franz I and the last of the Holy Roman Empire (Emperor Franz II) was created by the sculptor Pompeo Marchesi at the request of Emperor Ferdinand I. The foundation stone was laid on the anniversary of the Battle of Leipzig in 1842 and the unveiling on June 16, 1846.[1]
Description
It depicts the emperor on an octagonal pillar in ancient garb. On the side faces of the pillar are bronze reliefs depicting the activities of the people. The pillar is flanked by four colossal statues symbolizing faith, strength, peace and justice.
Depiction of the Last Supper in the St. Janskerk in Gouda. The church in Gouda, Zuid-Holland, boasts a magnificent collection of 16th-century stained-glass windows of biblical and historical scenes. As often happened in those days, this one blends the two by showing Philip II (the infamous king of Spain) and his spouse Mary Tudor as direct witnesses of the Last Supper. As donators of the window they were entitled to a front row seat in any possible event, historical or other. The piety and act of faith shown here in this Dutch church shouldn't fool anybody as Philip became during his reign (1556-1598) by his ruthless policy one of the worst enemies of the Dutch and would eventually be kicked out of the country. The window was crafted by Dirk Crabeth in 1557.
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My personal depiction, through SL, of the Greek goddess Artemis.
Artemis is the goddess of the hunt, wilderness, wild animals, the moon, and chastity. In this first picture I really tried to capture those first few aspects of the hunt and the wilderness.
This photo was taken at Lux Aeterna - A Dream of Eternal Light, Lux Aeterna. A spot shown to me by my amazing best friend Abi. Be sure to check out the SIM as it has some incredible spots for fantasy photos like this one.
Garden with colourful plants, shrubs and water features, created by eminent Japanese designer Shoji Nakahara in 1991 as part of the Japan Festival.
Perfectly manicured, the landscape garden’s waterfall quietly trickling is the only background noise you’ll hear. It’s easy to see why it made the list of most beautiful places in London.
The three-step waterfall symbolises mountains and deep gorges while the large pond depicts a vast ocean – a natural landscape in miniature form.
Traditional Japanese garden elements such as stone lanterns (Toro) and a stone wash basin (Tsukubai) are also present.
It’s a serene evening in the Vesterbro Apartment, where sleek industrial fixtures meet lush greenery, evoking the perfect depiction of an industrial jungle haven. The air is a delightful mix of new upholstery, tea, smoke, and fresh leaves. The vibe is casual yet eclectic, a perfect blend of modern city life and tropical escape.
In the midst of it all, a Siamese kitty dramatically paws at a map, clearly eager to share tales of its many adventures while another waits patiently on the couch for you. It’s the perfect time to unwind with a glass of wine or tea, sink into the sofa, and listen to a record or two while snuggling with your feline travel guide.
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The Royal Oak pub in Gretton, Gloucestershire. Carving to depict King Charles ll hiding in an oak tree. Spot the owl and the squirrel. (Only the nose of the squirrel from this viewpoint!)
PP work in Luminar AI and Neo Filters.
The Benedictine monastery in Tihany was established in 1055 by King Andrew I of Hungary (r. 1046–1060). It was dedicated to the Holy Virgin and to Saint Bishop Aignan of Orleans. King Andrew was buried in the church of the monastery in 1060. His tomb in the crypt of the church is the only grave of a medieval King of Hungary which has been preserved up until now.
The church's ceiling is decorated with frescoes by Károly Lotz, depicting Faith, Hope and Love.
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At the top right, a monument depicting a stylized albatross was erected in Dec. 1992.
A poem by the Chilean poet Sara Vial for the drowned can be found on a plaque nearby:
I am the albatross waiting for you at the end of the world.
I am the forgotten soul of the dead sailors
who sailed to Cape Horn from all the seas of the earth.
But they did not die in the raging waves,
for now they fly on my wings into eternity for all time,
where the Antarctic storm howls at the deepest abyss.
The image depicts a narrow alleyway lined with traditional stone houses. The houses have bright green shutters that stand out against the warm, tan-colored stone. The alleyway is bathed in sunlight, casting a golden glow on the scene. The houses have red tile roofs and you can see some plants growing on the balconies. The atmosphere seems peaceful and charming, typical of a small village on the island of Mallorca on a beautiful sunny day.
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Depicting about Hulls once Trawling Industry, This is one of several to be seen on Hessle Road which was the heart of fishermen and their families and others associated with that industry
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The Sanctuary of Truth is a magnificent temple in Pattaya, Thailand, that stands as a tribute to traditional Thai architecture and craftsmanship. The temple is entirely made of wood, with intricate carvings depicting various Hindu and Buddhist deities, as well as ancient Thai mythological figures. The construction of the Sanctuary of Truth began in 1981 and is still ongoing. The temple covers an area of over two hectares and is over 100 meters tall. It was designed by a local businessman named Lek Viriyaphant. The Sanctuary of Truth is not affiliated with any specific religion, but rather serves as a symbol of the unity of all religions and beliefs. It is a peaceful and tranquil place where visitors can reflect and appreciate the beauty of Thai culture and tradition. The Sanctuary of Truth also serves as a cultural and educational center. It hosts various workshops and events throughout the year, aimed at promoting traditional Thai arts and crafts. The temple is known for its beautiful carvings and statues of mythological figures. One of the goddesses seen there is the Goddess of the Earth, who is often depicted sitting on the ground. This goddess is associated in many cultures with fertility, growth and the cycle of the seasons. She is often depicted embracing the earth or digging into the ground with her hands. Her presence in the Sanctuary of Truth can be seen as a tribute to the power of nature and the important role the earth plays in our lives.
The left hall in the Sanctuary of Truth is an impressive wooden structure that resembles a cathedral. The hall has an imposing height of about 30 meters and is decorated with numerous statues and sculptures depicting Thai mythology and history. With high arches, vaults and elaborate carvings, it is reminiscent of Gothic architecture. Built using traditional woodworking techniques, the hall has over 100 beautiful carvings and sculptures depicting various aspects of Buddhism, Hindu mythology, and Thai culture. It represents the birth of life and humanity. It contains statues and sculptures depicting the creation of humanity, the earth and the cosmos. It is a fascinating place to visit for anyone interested in Thai culture and history, and who appreciate the beauty of traditional woodworking and architecture. There are images of gods and goddesses, Buddhist teachings and symbols of life and nature. Another interesting feature of the interior of the left hall is the large central atrium, which is lit by a skylight. This atrium serves as a kind of sanctuary, where visitors can meditate. In general, the inside of the left hall is a wonderful example of the rich Thai culture and history, and the wood carving techniques used to create it are very impressive.
The Sanctuary of Truth is een prachtige tempel in Pattaya, Thailand, die een eerbetoon is aan de traditionele Thaise architectuur en vakmanschap. De tempel is volledig gemaakt van hout, met ingewikkeld houtsnijwerk dat verschillende hindoeïstische en boeddhistische godheden uitbeeldt, evenals oude Thaise mythologische figuren. In de Thaise cultuur worden godinnen vaak afgebeeld met blote borsten als symbool van vruchtbaarheid, overvloed en zorgzaamheid. De bouw van het Sanctuary of Truth begon in 1981 en is nog steeds aan de gang. De tempel heeft een oppervlakte van ruim twee hectare en is meer dan 100 meter hoog. Het is ontworpen door een lokale zakenman genaamd Lek Viriyaphant. The Sanctuary of Truth is niet gelieerd aan een specifieke religie, maar dient eerder als een symbool van de eenheid van alle religies en overtuigingen. Het is een vredige en rustige plek waar bezoekers de schoonheid van de Thaise cultuur en traditie kunnen overdenken en waarderen. De linker hal in de Sanctuary of Truth is een indrukwekkende houten structuur die lijkt op een kathedraal. Met hoge bogen, gewelven en uitgebreide houtsnijwerk versieringen doet dit denken aan gotische architectuur. Het vertegenwoordigt de geboorte van het leven en de mensheid. Het bevat beelden en sculpturen die de schepping van de mensheid, de aarde en de kosmos weergeven. Het is een fascinerende plek om te bezoeken voor iedereen die geïnteresseerd is in de Thaise cultuur en geschiedenis, en die de schoonheid van traditionele houtbewerking en architectuur waarderen. Er zijn afbeeldingen van goden en godinnen, boeddhistische leerstellingen en symbolen van het leven en de natuur. Eén van de godinnen die daar te zien is, is de Godin van de Aarde, die vaak wordt afgebeeld terwijl ze op de grond zit. Deze godin wordt in veel culturen geassocieerd met vruchtbaarheid, groei en de cyclus van de seizoenen. Ze wordt vaak afgebeeld terwijl ze de aarde omhelst of met haar handen in de grond graaft. Haar aanwezigheid in de Sanctuary of Truth kan worden gezien als een eerbetoon aan de kracht van de natuur en de belangrijke rol die de aarde speelt in ons leven. Een ander interessant kenmerk van de binnenkant van de linker hal is het grote centrale atrium, dat wordt verlicht door een dakraam. Dit atrium dient als een soort van heiligdom, waar bezoekers kunnen mediteren en ontspannen
A brick-built bust depicting a classic styled Joker. Includes signed display stand by the builder.
I've yet to sell anything this year for Creations for Charity, and so I decided to put something up that I'm sure would sell. Granted, I totally understand the niche appeal of my Hall of Justice, so I guess this more marketable thingy will have to do--at least until I get my 2015 brick badge for participating! Oh...and to help get Lego for children, that too.
Incidentally, I was working on this Joker design (the head at least) for a different creation that should be up in the next few weeks--so just act like you've never seen if before when it shows up again. ;)
This is also my first creation/image that uses my new softbox lights (that just arrived today). It should take some work, because I know nothing of how light as a concept works, but my creations should look far better now. Just need a camera and editing software. One down, two to go!
Winslow Homer was among the first artists to paint the modern American woman enjoying the physical liberation and social independence of leisure life.Here,Homer depicts four unaccompanied female hikers on a steep slope in the Adirondacks.This work demonstrates his interest in both dynamic asymmetrical compositions influenced by Japanese woodblock prints,which were becoming increasing popular in the West,and the color effects of bright outdoor light.
This photograph depicts a very festive woman's feet while she sat in a chair getting her hair done up in a beehive to celebrate the Hon Fest in Baltimore where you feel like you're walking around the set of Hairspray. My Dad and I met up with our good friend Toshio, who recommended we visit the Hon Fest in Baltimore - I'm so glad he recommended it since we had a great time!
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A black and white depiction of a Bryce Canyon National Park sunrise. I chose to use black and white instead of the color version because in the color version, there was considerable flare due to the direction of the rising sun. The black and white version provided more focus on the essential elements in the scene, the sun and the downed tree. The tree provided, in my eye, a structural foreground element that served as a leading line toward the rising sun.
This is a clear departure from how I would normally treat a sunrise and thereby serves as my fourth installment in my 52 week challenge to try new photography techniques or visit new places.
A depiction of how it feels to be forcibly fed a path that is not of one's choice.
Yes, at times, my art gravitates to a darkened, storytelling place. Perhaps those are the times that hold the most meaning for me. Those moments feel 'fuller', more 'spiritual' … if that makes any sense.
The Battle of Issus occurred in southern Anatolia, in November 333 BC. It was fought between the Hellenic League led by Alexander the Great and Achaemenid Persia, led by Darius III.
It was the second great battle of Alexander's conquest of Asia following the battle of the Granicus.
The invading Greek troops defeated Persia and continued their march through the Middle East, into Egypt, then Persia itself and to Afghanistan and India beyond.
The battle has been reproduced and romanticised in various pieces of art in the last 2300 years.
My favourite of those is the "Alexander Mosaic" which I have tried to recreate in Lego. It is not the same or as good, but I really wanted to try it.
Read more about the mosaic and the battle here:
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alexander_Mosaic
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battle_of_Issus
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I grew up with, and always loved stories about Alexander the Great.
Those stories in turn made me love history, geography and travel.
In 2012, I went to an exhibition on Alexander the Great and at the end of it, they had a small area depicting Alexanders influence on todays pop-culture. One of the things in the cabinet was a Lego Series 2 Spartan. I had not thought of Lego in a long time but that little minfig dragged me out of my dark ages.
Since then, I wanted to do a tribute to Alexander, to Lego and to that moment. And now, a few years (and a lot of dollars) later, I finally got around to it!
It is a little different to the original mosaic, but I wanted to put my own little spin on it and instead of showing horse rear-ends, I included a clash of the Greek and Persian lines in the middle, with Alexander charging on the left, and Darius in his chariot on the right.
I hope you enjoy it :)
The first photo from this series depicted the place where I spent my first of many nights homeless. After spending nights sleeping over friends houses or in my car, I finally found a house to call home. Strangers opened up their house to me. As I spent more time there, these strangers became my new family. I remember a night working with Steve, we talked about his cancer, why I got kicked out of my house and it came up that he didn't even know my last name. I had been living there for months and these amazing people had no clue who I even was, but they were so compassionate to help another individual when they needed it most. All of us who lived here have gone through so much, we've laughed, cried, and lost together. Although we may have less time these days to see one another, I speak for all of us when I say these bonds we've created can never be broken by any space or time.
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Depicting the Beatles song: Lucy In The Sky With Diamonds. Of course the lady bug's name is Lucy! She was actually quite cooperative and for once I was just the Tiniest bit happy to have my house infested with Lady Bugs! LOL I couldn't figure out how to add a VW but I think 2 out of 3 isn't too bad! :-)
The Calling of Saint Matthew is an oil painting by Caravaggio that depicts the moment Jesus Christ calls on the tax collector Matthew to follow him. It was completed in 1599–1600 for the Contarelli Chapel in the church of the French congregation, San Luigi dei Francesi in Rome, where it remains. It hangs alongside two other paintings of Matthew by Caravaggio, The Martyrdom of Saint Matthew (painted around the same time as the Calling) and The Inspiration of Saint Matthew (1602).
More than a decade earlier, Cardinal Matthieu Cointerel (in Italian, Matteo Contarelli) had left funds and specific instructions in his will for the decoration of a chapel based on themes related to his namesake, Saint Matthew. The dome of the chapel was decorated with frescoes by the late Mannerist artist Giuseppe Cesari, Caravaggio's former employer and one of the most popular painters in Rome at the time. But as Cesari became busy with royal and papal patronage, Cardinal Francesco Del Monte, Caravaggio's patron and also the prefect of the Fabbrica of St Peter's (the Vatican office for Church property), intervened to obtain for Caravaggio his first major church commission and his first painting with more than a handful of figures.
Caravaggio's Calling of Saint Matthew hangs opposite The Martyrdom of Saint Matthew. While the Martyrdom was probably the first to be started, the Calling was, by report, the first to be completed.[citation needed] The commission for these two lateral paintings — the Calling and the Martyrdom — is dated July 1599, and final payment was made in July 1600. Between the two, at the altar, is The Inspiration of Saint Matthew (1602).
The painting depicts the story from the Gospel of Matthew (Matthew 9:9): "Jesus saw a man named Matthew at his seat in the custom house, and said to him, "Follow me", and Matthew rose and followed Him." Caravaggio depicts Matthew the tax collector sitting at a table with four other men. Jesus Christ and Saint Peter have entered the room, and Jesus is pointing at Matthew. A beam of light illuminates the faces of the men at the table who are looking at Jesus Christ. This is a depiction of a moment of spiritual awakening and conversion, which was something many Baroque artists were interested in painting, especially Caravaggio.
There is some debate over which man in the picture is Saint Matthew, as the surprised gesture of the bearded man at the table can be read in two ways.
Most writers on the Calling assume Saint Matthew to be the bearded man, and see him to be pointing at himself, as if to ask "Me?" in response to Christ's summons. This theory is strengthened when one takes into consideration the other two works in this series, The Inspiration of Saint Matthew, and The Martyrdom of Saint Matthew. The bearded man who models as Saint Matthew appears in all three works, with him unequivocally playing the role of Saint Matthew in both the "Inspiration" and the "Martyrdom".
A more recent interpretation proposes that the bearded man is in fact pointing at the young man at the end of the table, whose head is slumped. In this reading, the bearded man is asking "Him?" in response to Christ's summons, and the painting is depicting the moment immediately before a young Matthew raises his head to see Christ. Other writers describe the painting as deliberately ambiguous.
Some scholars speculate that Jesus is portrayed as the Last Adam or Second Adam as titled in the New Testament. This is displayed in Christ's hand as it reaches out towards Matthew. It is almost a mirrored image of Adam's hand in The Creation of Adam by Michelangelo, the namesake of Caravaggio. Twice in the New Testament, an explicit comparison is made between Jesus and Adam. In Romans 5:12–21, Paul argues that "just as through the disobedience of the one man the many were made sinners, so also through the obedience of the one man the many will be made righteous" (Romans 5:19, NIV). In 1 Corinthians 15:22, Paul argues that "as in Adam all die, so in Christ, all will be made alive," while in verse 45 he calls Jesus the "last/ultimate/final Adam".
The Reversible Brave Plush Toy - 13'' H is a depiction of one of the triplets cubs and Princes from the upcoming Disney/Pixar animated movie Brave. It sells for $19.50, or 2 for $30. It was released on May 14, 2012 in the US and Canada, both online and in stores.
This doll can transform from being a bear cub to being one of the triplet Princes, with kilt and boots. There is a velcro closure in the back that allows for the plush toy to be turned inside out, then closed back up neatly. Since the doll is reversible, their arms and legs are not fully formed. In the bear cub form, the arms are sewn into the body, the legs are merely stumps at the bottom of the body, so he cannot stand on his own. In the Prince form, he has a full head of orange velvet hair formed into large curls, embroidered face with a smirking grin, arms that are sewn to the body, a belted kilt and brown boots. He has very short, skimpily stuffed legs, but his feet are well stuffed, and can be turned to the sides or to the front.
It is great fun to reverse the doll. It was surprisingly easy to figure out how to stuff one side of the doll inside the other, and close up the back neatly. It is very well made, and quite soft and cuddly, and both the cub and the Prince sides are very cute.
artwork depicting a large barbed fishhook graces the entrance to the homer boat harbor.
i was there for my daily 6 mile jaunt and arrived just a tad bit too late to catch the perfect setting sun, but it's close.
This is one of the images on the remaining part of the Berlin Wall referred to as East Side Gallery that depicts remaining walls that divide people in the world.
This picture depicts the number 8 in chinese character, / \.
Today is the 8th day of the 8th month. The number 8 is consider a lucky number by the Chinese. Hopefully, luck will come. We all need a little luck
Classic miniature painting. depicting a scene with Krishna
Классическая миниатюра со сценой с Кришной.
Another depiction of life continuing shortly after the storm passes and we go back to doing the things that need to be done. "When The Storm Leaves" our chores and duties await us and off we go on this early Saturday evening to visit friends or maybe just cruise in the vehicle of our choice and checking the aftermath and breathing the fresh rain washed air. Either way life goes on and we're part of the present enjoying the Sun or the Rain....Have a great weekend my friends.
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Mural depicts Kris Krug, BC photographer, artist, new media innovator. (If I have misidentified the image, please direct your criticism to the president of the internet). Quiz question, for 10 bonus points... What's wrong with this image of Kris?
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Description
A floor mosaic using tesserae made of minute stone cubes, ranging from one to four millimetres in the opus vermiculatum technique.
The central medallion or emblem carries the picture of a dog, the first time ever such a motif is found on a floor mosaic in Alexandria. The dog is resting on his hind legs close to an upturned Greek vessel. The naturalistic image expresses strength and vitality, which points to the fine ability of the artist in using this medium to achieve clarity of design and definition. The fell of the dog, its spots and red collar are executed very precisely. The main colours in this medallion include black, white and yellow, yet the artist was able to convey light and shade in a brilliant manner. The angle of the dog's portrait is at three quarters, and the front part reflects light, while the rest of the body is in the shade. The gradation of shading on the upturned bronze pot shows light reflected on the central part, while the sides are gradually darker. The artist has indeed been able to express great depth in a 'hard' medium and this mosaic is a testament to the sophistication of mosaic workshops and artistry in ancient Alexandria.
Perhaps the theme on this floor is a scene of a theatrical story or from a literary work of art of Alexandria during the first three centuries B.C. However, the mosaic does not provide us with a clear idea as to the place where it was housed, but we can deduct that its shape was circular and about three metres in diameter, with this medallion as its centrepiece.
Mosaic
The Greeks used mosaics to decorate their floors in public places and private dwellings by using tesserae in many ways. Tesserae are the small pieces of stone, limestone, marble, glass or clay, which are cut in a small cubic form, hence their name. The Greek floor coverings became a complete tableau depicting plants, animals, geometrical designs and Greek/ Hellenistic motifs.
The Romans adopted also this art to cover their floors in homes and temples, as well as in their tombs. The Romans applied the same techniques of the Greeks. They also introduced new innovations in the manufacturing process.
The most ancient piece of mosaic was discovered in the East, in Ancient Iraq. It is from the Uruk civilization which dates back to 4000 years BC. Mosaic art disappeared after that time and reappeared again at the beginning of the 5th Century BC.
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