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A man's conviction can lead him to great good or great evil.
Model: actor Brian Christopher
Photography: www.jasonsinnphotography.com
This is a reedit of one of the oldest shots in my stream. It really shows how far I have come with Photoshop. The origional RAW is very bright, though proper adjustment of the exposure yields an image with no clipping. It is the first image that I really started to learn to unlock the power of Photoshop, but wow, looking back at it, I wasn't very good at it. This has always been a favorite photo of mine, and the origional has actually been my desktop image for a long time. I always wondered why this shot wasn't more of a hit...now I'm able to separate myself a bit more from my work and can see that the old one had major flaws.
There’s a thrill in unraveling the layers of understanding
a beautiful way to wander through this world
to glimpse the unseen
to pause and feel something shift
She came seeking inspiration through photos
and for a fleeting moment
I saw her in a way I never had before
bold, radiant, unexpected
A zebra
Not just in black and white
but in all the hidden hues that live between the lines
I hope she sees what I saw
I hope she sees herself
wild, rare, and wholly alive
Look closer
The world whispers more than it shows
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I've been feeling really lost and depressed past few months in terms of my career. I've been trying to hold on and stay still until it all ends. I've been praying a lot and I've been asking others to pray for me. And I've been trying to convince myself that my calling to work with people that have learning disabilities and mental health problems is a real thing. I specialize in complex and challening behaviour. I remember every person's face that I've ever worked with. I remember every person's smile. Their tears. Their grin when they've achieved something.. I also remember those people saying that I make them feel “normal”. I make them feel proud of themselves. And I just smile back and sometimes give a hug or a tap on the shoulder as a sign that I'm proud of them. I believe that those are the reasons why I do what I do for living..
Because I care. I care about the fact that God gave us all a purpose in Life. And that implies for EVERONE of us, also for those who have mental health problems and/or learning and physical disabilities.
Society is afraid to touch or to hug a disable person. People are scared. Scared of what?! Of other human beings that are physically or psychologically different?! But why...?
I understand how disable people feel. When you have a problem that is ongoing, eventually people turn away from you. They don't even ask how you're feeling anymore. Because they don't know how you'll react.
I've seen this advert on TV lately and I always stop whatever I'm doing and watch it all. It makes me think. It gives out a clear message about people with mental health problems and how society reacts to their illness. It might make you smile and it's good.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=3dTgAGeNRpw&feature=related
There's another video that might make you cry. But REMEMBER, this is so real and so true..
www.youtube.com/watch?v=gwuv-19XJiY&feature=player_em...
I must be brave to admit that I really miss work.. My future is still hanging in terms of my career.. I have a NEED to help people but it's all put on hold.. I don't need people to LOOK 'normal' and 'be normal'... To me, EVERY face is beautiful. And I mean it. Every person's body, face and smile looks beautiful to me.
On Sundays at my community church I meet Karen. She's blind. And when I talk to her, I always look at her eyes. And I don't care that she can't see me back. Her faith amazes me.. She's such a strong person. And she's only been Christian for the last 4 years or so. When people are dropped in Life like Karen was, they normally turn away from God and become bitter. She did the opposite. She decided to THANK God for being alive and gave her Life to Jesus.
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Explored Oct. 12, 2015
For We're Here - Lost in thought
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Vienna, Austria. A man taking his time reading the newspaper at a busy restaurant while other customers wait.
Photo © 2017 Rob Castro
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In one of the 'public' tents at the Subdued Stringband Jamboree. A hot summer afternoon and bit of shelter and shade. What caught my eye was the flesh tones of the blanket against the pattern of her dress.
Juzno: A penny for your thought.
Old Mather: How do I know that I'm going forward if I don't know which way I'm going? How do I know that I can examine the facts without prejudice? How can I know that there is truly an objective reality independent of my subjective proclivities? How can I trust that the bondage of the past provides direction to the future? How can I know that you are really here with me?
Juzno: Uhmm ... are you going to answer all that?
Old Mather: That will be a penny.
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for MAM theme best of 2011
One of my favorite shots from 2011..at the time I didn't like it as much as I do now..
for me it symbolizes the year...a very difficult year for me, full of deep thoughts.. searching for inner strength and finding my voice...a year filled with many ups and downs, joys and heartaches..and tons of lessons and ultimately.. awakening ( still in that process)
Thank you friends for the continued support, despite me being a terrible contact lately...
I struggle to balance my love for flickr and other obligations i have in my life right now..please understand if i have not been visiting streams as much lately it is not an intentional "diss".. it's just my scatterbrained state of mind and lack of time.
BTW- i start a new job tomorrow.. first one in over 4 years! part time office manager at a chiropractor's office :-) real adult interaction! yipeeeee!
HMAM & happy holidays!
In this captivating evening portrait, the soft glow of the phone illuminates the subject’s face, creating a beautiful contrast between his thoughtful expression and the blur of the surrounding world. The warm streetlights softly merge into a dreamy bokeh, while the sharp focus on the man makes him appear absorbed in the digital space. The photo evokes a quiet moment of solitude and reflection, where the subject is both grounded in his surroundings and momentarily distant, lost in the light of his screen. The calm intensity of the setting underlines a sense of personal space and urban stillness.
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The David Gareja Monastery complex is one of the most remarkable and historically significant religious sites in Georgia. Located in the Kakheti region, right on the border with Azerbaijan, the complex is carved into the rocks of a rugged, semi-desert landscape. It was founded in the 6th century by the monk David Garejeli and developed into a major center of religion, art, and scholarship, particularly during the medieval period. Despite repeated invasions (including by Mongols and Persians), the complex has always retained its spiritual importance. It consists of several parts, including the still-inhabited Lavra Monastery, the hilltop caves of Udabno, and the more remote sections of Bertubani and Chichkhituri, which feature watchtowers, monastic cells, and chapels. The entire site is hewn directly into soft sandstone — a remarkable fusion of nature and devotion. Part of the monastery lies on Azerbaijani territory, which often leads to political tensions. Access and control remain subjects of ongoing diplomatic negotiations between Georgia and Azerbaijan. In this photo, we see a Georgian soldier seated quietly at the border, overlooking the monastery complex. Though on duty, he sits in deep thought — a human moment of stillness in a landscape marked by both spirituality and strategy. His presence highlights how this sacred place remains intertwined with modern geopolitical reality. Technically, photography here is not allowed — but I can never resist when a moment feels this quiet, tense, and telling. David Gareja is not only a symbol of religious devotion, but a place where past and present, faith and vigilance, powerfully converge.
Near the border with Azerbaijan, a Georgian soldier sits in quiet reflection, overlooking the ancient David Gareja Monastery carved into the desert cliffs. The site, deeply spiritual and historically significant, lies in a politically sensitive area. Photography is officially not allowed — but I couldn't resist capturing this still, powerful moment.
Het David Gareji-kloostercomplex is een van de meest bijzondere en historische religieuze locaties in Georgië. Het ligt in de regio Kakheti, aan de grens met Azerbeidzjan, en is uitgehouwen in de rotsen van een ruig, halfwoestijnachtig landschap. Het klooster werd in de 6e eeuw gesticht door de monnik David Garejeli en groeide uit tot een belangrijk centrum van religie, kunst en studie, vooral in de middeleeuwen. Ondanks herhaalde plunderingen (onder andere door Mongolen en Perzen) bleef het complex altijd een plek van spirituele betekenis. Het bestaat uit meerdere delen, waaronder het bewoonde Lavra-klooster, de hoger gelegen grotten van Udabno, en de afgelegen zones Bertubani en Chichkhituri met wachttorens, cellen en kapellen. Alles is direct uitgehouwen in het zachte zandsteen, een indrukwekkend samenspel van natuur en devotie. Een deel van het klooster ligt op Azerbeidzjaans grondgebied, wat regelmatig tot politieke spanningen leidt. Toegang en controle over het gebied zijn onderwerp van diplomatieke discussies tussen Georgië en Azerbeidzjan. Op deze foto zien we een Georgische soldaat, zittend aan de grens — stil, met het uitzicht op het kloostercomplex. Hij houdt de wacht, maar zit op dat moment in gedachten verzonken — een menselijk moment van rust in een verder strategisch en beladen landschap. Zijn aanwezigheid onderstreept hoe deze spirituele plek ook vandaag de dag verweven is met geopolitieke realiteit. Fotograferen is hier eigenlijk niet toegestaan, maar ik kan het nooit laten als het moment zo stil, geladen en veelzeggend is. David Gareja is niet alleen een symbool van religieuze toewijding, maar ook een plek waar heden en verleden, bezieling en bewaking, op indringende wijze samenkomen.
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amid the dizzying whirl of a nighttime fair in palmanova, a man stands still, his expression lost in the kaleidoscope of colors and lights. the vibrancy of the carousel, filled with the joyful shrieks of children, contrasts sharply with his contemplative demeanor. perhaps he's reflecting on simpler times, or maybe he's just trying to catch his breath in a world that never seems to stop spinning. the oversized figure beside him, grinning with exaggerated joy, seems almost to mock his solitude. it’s a snapshot of two worlds colliding—the innocence of childhood and the burdens of adulthood, each lost in their own orbit.
Today was one of those days that is just hard to describe. Seemed to be a long day at work and for every one thing I would accomplish I would acquire 2 more to do. Feels like my to do list is just piling up. I just feel blah, that is the best way to sum it up. So I thought I would just capture that overwhelmed blank stare that seemed to be on my face most of the day. Tomorrow is a new day.
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Camera Info:
Canon 7D, Canon EF 70-200mm 1:4 L USM Non-IS @ 70mm, f/4.0, 1/100s, ISO 100
Strobist Info: See Setup Shot here.
-Canon 430EXII Camera left and slightly to the left of subjects face, 1/2 Power, @24mm zoom, about 6 feet high, 6 feet away from subject through 40 inch Wescott softbox.
-Flash was triggered with Interfit Strobies.
The Thought
A man is what he thinks all day - and it would be surprising to see someone content with everything in their life if their mind is full of resentful thoughts . . . thinking fould about someone, going against the will and laws of nature - against what relegion has defined would lead us astray.
One should try his best to keep a clear mind - accept differences and put in his 100% in an attempt to make the world a better place !
The Shot:
Taken during the PPA Ramadan Photowalk 2010 in Androon Rawalpindi. This is when we went inside the Shi`a cemetary near Purana Qila. The custodian was a thorough gentleman and treated us well. We ended our trip with great shots and delicious Niaz :-)
SOOC except the Vignetting, and levels.
EXIF
Exposure: 1/80
Aperture: f/2.5
Focal Length: 50mm
ISO Speed: 400 ISO
Exposure Bias: 0 EV
Metering Mode: Pattern
Zuiko Digital 50mm f/2.0 Macro
Explored No. 65 on Thursday, September 2, 2010
Portrait of a fruit seller sitting next to her cart, deep into thoughts.
Read More: www.dangling-thoughts.com/2013/10/deep-into-thoughts.html
the photograph captures a fleeting slice of time on the streets of aix's old town, a study in light and life passing by. a man walks alone, his figure etched in sharp relief against the ancient stones that have stood witness to countless such passings. the sunlight dances upon the architecture, sketching stories that hang in the air just as the sign rue fauchier whispers its own. amidst this timeless ballet, the man's shadow stretches long and telling, a silent companion to his thoughts, a fluid echo on the cobbles that have known so many footsteps.
Hi Friends, hope everyone is having a fantastic weekend!! I have to post and run but will definitely catch up with everyone's posts tonight!
Thank you for all your views, comments and favs!!!!
It is nice, warm and cosy beginning of August and 3 lithuanian friends and me are travelling around Catalonia.
One of many stops on this road trip was Salvador Dali house. The place is in amazing location and really beautiful.
We didn't have precise time planing so the moment we arrived we still had like 2 hours until they let us inside the house, so we decided to wonder around.
And there is a lot to see: the surroundings, the town, Mediterranean sea just next to you, mountains and luxurious resort.
It felt a little bit surreal too ;)
So we went to explore, at some point we were walking on the rocky ground next to the water and girls decided to try the water. We meantime explored one of the caves.
Half an hour latter I came out of the cave and saw one of my friends drowning in deep thoughts.
It was priceless moment that I am really grateful for.
An interesting quote from the following URL:
www.wishesquotez.com/2016/06/download-free-25-life-quotes...