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I love the way Camellia petals seem so soft and sensuous, a tactile delight.
This one was taken in the RHS garden at Hyde Hall early last month.
For the Macro Wednesday group today.
Thank you for taking the time to look. I hope you enjoy the image. Happy Mittwochsmakro :)
[Handheld in daylight. Magic took place in the processing. :)]
Taken for the ODC theme today of "Up and down", the petal on these blooms are frills going up and down so though it perfect for the theme.
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Tbilisi is the capital and largest city of Georgia, located in the eastern part of the country along the banks of the Kura River. The city has a rich history that spans over 1,500 years and has been influenced by various cultures and civilizations over the centuries. The old part of Tbilisi, known for its charming architecture and unique atmosphere, is one of the most fascinating areas of the city. One of the most striking features of this area is the traditional houses with wooden balconies. These wooden balconies, often adorned with intricate carvings, are a significant element of Tbilisi's urban aesthetic and culture. This old Tbilisi, also known as the Old Town or Dzveli Tbilisi, is one of the oldest parts of the city and has a rich history dating back to the 5th century. Over the centuries, Tbilisi has been influenced by Persian, Byzantine, Arab, and Russian cultures, which is evident in its diverse architectural styles. The houses with wooden balconies are typical of Tbilisi's traditional architectural style and reflect both Georgian and Persian influences. Perched on a steep hill overlooking Tbilisi’s Old Town and the Mtkvari River, Narikala Fortress is one of the city’s most iconic and historic landmarks. Dating back to the 4th century, this ancient fortress has seen the rise and fall of empires and has been a silent guardian of Tbilisi for centuries. Narikala’s origins date back to the founding of the city itself, with the first fortifications believed to have been built by the Persians in the 4th century. Over the centuries, the fortress was expanded and strengthened by various ruling powers, including the Umayyads in the 7th century, the Mongols in the 12th century, and later by Georgian kings. Within Narikala’s walls, you’ll find the restored St. Nicholas Church, originally built in the 12th century and rebuilt in the 1990s. The church’s interior is decorated with frescoes depicting scenes from Georgian history and the Bible. Visitors can reach the fortress by taking a scenic walk through the old town or by taking the modern cable car from Rike Park.
Narikala Fortress, perched on a steep hill overlooking the old town of Tbilisi and the Mtkvari River, is one of the city's most iconic and historic landmarks. This ancient fortress, dating back to the 4th century, has witnessed the rise and fall of empires and has been a silent guardian of Tbilisi for centuries. The old part of Tbilisi below the fortress, with its characteristic houses featuring wooden balconies, offers a fascinating insight into the history and culture of the city. The baths in the city centre are an important historical and cultural attraction. These baths, known as the sulphur baths, have characteristic domed roofs, which are partly underground to keep the heat inside. Historically, the baths played an important role as social meeting places. People came here not only to bathe, but also to talk, relax and do business. These charming architectural elements are a must-see for anyone who wants to experience Tbilisi's rich traditions and unique heritage.
Tbilisi is de hoofdstad en grootste stad van Georgië, gelegen in het oosten van het land aan de oevers van de rivier de Koera. De stad heeft een rijke geschiedenis die meer dan 1.500 jaar teruggaat en heeft door de eeuwen heen vele invloeden ondergaan van diverse culturen en beschavingen. Het oude gedeelte van Tbilisi, bekend om zijn charmante architectuur en unieke sfeer, is een van de meest fascinerende delen van de stad. Een van de meest opvallende kenmerken van dit gebied zijn de traditionele huizen met houten balkonnetjes. Deze houten balkons, vaak versierd met delicate houtsnijwerken, zijn een belangrijk element van de stedelijke esthetiek en cultuur van Tbilisi. Oorspronkelijk dienden deze balkons praktische doelen, zoals het bieden van extra leefruimte en het creëren van schaduw tijdens de warme zomers, maar tegenwoordig zijn ze vooral een esthetisch en cultureel kenmerk van de stad. De baden in het centrum zijn een belangrijke historische en culturele trekpleister. Deze baden, vooral bekend als de zwavelbaden en hebben kenmerkende koepelvormige daken, die deels ondergronds zijn om de warmte binnen te houden. Historisch gezien speelden de badhuizen een belangrijke rol als sociale ontmoetingsplaatsen. Mensen kwamen hier niet alleen om te baden. Het Narikala-fort, gelegen op een steile heuvel met uitzicht op de oude stad van Tbilisi en de Mtkvari-rivier, is een van de meest iconische en historische bezienswaardigheden van de stad. Dit oude fort, dat dateert uit de 4e eeuw, heeft de opkomst en ondergang van rijken meegemaakt en is al eeuwenlang een stille bewaker van Tbilisi. De oorsprong van Narikala gaat terug tot de oprichting van de stad zelf, met de eerste vestingwerken waarvan men denkt dat ze in de 4e eeuw door de Perzen zijn gebouwd. Door de eeuwen heen werd het fort uitgebreid en versterkt door verschillende heersende machten, waaronder de Omajjaden in de 7e eeuw, de Mongolen in de 12e eeuw en later door de Georgische koningen. Binnen de muren van Narikala vindt u de gerestaureerde St. Nicholas Church, oorspronkelijk gebouwd in de 12e eeuw en herbouwd in de jaren 90. Het interieur van de kerk is versierd met fresco's die scènes uit de Georgische geschiedenis en de Bijbel afbeelden. Bezoekers kunnen het fort bereiken door een mooie wandeling door de oude stad te maken of door de moderne kabelbaan te nemen vanaf Rike Park.
A broader view of the Delicate Arch to the left and other rock formations at Arches National Park, Utah.
The delicate things in our lives. The beauty in our world and in our galaxy is always in a delicate balance. Hiking to Delicate Arch at 2 in the morning with four good friends and shooting the Milky way over Delicate arch. A night that will never be forgotten. Thanks guys.
I found this little guy while he was eating lunch :-)
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These lovely blooms were just opening their buds when I took this photo. I believe this is called a Spider Flower.
Delicate Arch a somewhat different view - Arches National Park, Utah. For a sense of scale if you look at the inside of Delicate Arch in the lower right you can see a person standing nearby. Nikon D-7000 with Nikon ED AF-S Nikkor 18-105 lens.
I'm fairly pleased with this one also, considering how windy it was. No tripod, it would have been useless anyway, magnification is a little closer than 1.5:1. Imagine this dancing around and entirely out of frame at times. I have waited for over a week to take a photo of these beauties and they are starting to wither, so I had no choice but to deal with the wind.
The iconic Delicate Arch with a relatively short line.
My students read Edward Abbey's Desert Solitaire while were were in Arches and Canyonlands. This day's readings included his "Polemic" --
"A Delicate Balance"
With all the storms/hurricanes and earthquakes that are grabbing headlines right now, we are witnesses to nature's awesome power. Contrary to these times, I am reminded of the quiet moments where peace abounds. Nature is a delicate balance of serenity and power... therein lies the beauty.
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Tumpak Sewu waterfall, Indonesia
Imagine a place with so many waterfalls that they are too numerous to count. Wild flowers blooming in the cool mist in the company of lush ferns. Feels like you stepped into paradise. The only potential problem is keeping your lens and camera dry. Inspite of being covered with fine droplets of water my a7riii had no issues functioning well.
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While in Arches National Park last weekend we spent almost an entire night photographing Delicate Arch. This was pretty much from right under it as the Milky Way passed over.
Part in shadow, part in sun, Delicate Arch rises a masterwork among an almost alien landscape of wonders late on a summer evening, in Arches National Park, near Moab, Utah.
This is a long exposure using a Singh-Ray 10-Stop filter, and embracing all the warming effect that filter can provide (with some more in post since I was having fun with this one) coupled with the beautiful natural light as sunset neared. I really like this image extra warm, and left the sky overexposed a bit here too, because those attributes to me accentuate the otherworldliness (or should I say Martian-ness) of the scene.
Sometimes when traveling around this red rock country of the American southwest, you can almost imagine you're on Mars. And just think how fun it would be if such an amazing arch as this was ever captured on Mars in an image from one of our rovers. The internet might blow up with wishful theorizing that the arch was a monument from an ancient extraterrestrial civilization rather than the beautiful happenstance of natural processes of water, ice and wind.
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