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Difficult times ahead , but like the weather the sun will shine again , be responsible , stay safe and take care all my Flickr friends
* I made my annual pilgrimage to RSPB Bempton on Wednesday evening . It was unusual weather on the cliffs, warm and still instead of the usual chilly East wind . It obviously effected the birds the Gannets in particularly were flying much lower down the cliffs instead of being at eye level. It made flight shots much more difficult . I have to say I was not too concerned about getting too many images . I still have a lot of photos from Bempton in the archives from 2018, 2019 and 2020
This is one of the few I did take as I was using a long lens 500 mm I could not get it wide enough to catch all the Gannets wing . Stepping back to get a wider view would have been difficult Still I am quite happy with the result.
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No matter how difficult the last times have been, we should all strive to add some magic around us.
It would be fantastic if we could do it every day of life, but especially at this time of year when those who love us, even from a distance, will be thinking and wishing us the best!
Merry Christmas to all my Flickr friends and contacts!
May we go through these difficult times with hope in our hearts. ❤
As picturesque as it is, I found it very difficult to visit here knowing I had to leave this beautiful spot behind. We visited a number of such spots but I still think this is the “Greatest Little Resting Spot” on my trip. Thanks for viewing my work. Stay kind.
These teeny, seemingly fragile, very beautiful little Rosemary flowers are on a little plant in a 4" pot in the greenhouse. Is at max 1:1 magnification and also taken in aps-c, so effectively 1.5x, but with a 1.0 d.o.f. and a bit of a crop thrown in.
They were pretty awkward to photograph - I took some photos first and then uploaded in order to get an idea of what they were like, which didn't really help that much as even with the 20x was difficult to tell what was what on these pretty complex flowers, then I took a lot of various little flowers and angles but only a couple worth keeping. A bit hit and miss to say the least :^)
Dedicata all'amico che mi ha fatto scoprire questo bel viale nella sua sontuosa dorata veste autunnale.
Chiesa della Maddalena e Santa Croce.
A Sassello, Località Maddalena, entroterra ligure.
Serie
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It is so difficult to express the depth of my gratitude for every one of your undying support, faves, awards, and comments. I hope you all have a great week ahead and find that Starlight in your life.
The starlight
I will be chasing a starlight
Until the end of my life
I don't know if it's worth it anymore
Hold you in my arms
I just wanted to hold
You in my arms
My life
You electrify my life
Let's conspire to ignite
All the souls that would die just to feel alive
Now I'll never let you go
If you promised not to fade away
Never fade away
Our hopes and expectations
Black holes and revelations
Our hopes and expectations
Black holes and revelations
"Difficult roads lead to beautiful destinations"
In my recovery
I'm a soldier at war
I have broken down walls
I defined, I designed
My recovery
In the sound of the sea
In the oceans of me
I defined, I designed
My recovery
♫ Recovery
Taken at Big sky over Florence
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All the poses used in my pictures are made from scratch
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I always find difficult to differentiate the butterflies of the Nymphalidae family, I think they have the size but the designs of their wings have for sure tiny differences.
This "señorita" is a West Coast Lady.
This year as was pretty happy to see more butterflies in the backyard without looking for them. They flew all over the place at different hours, and even enjoy the tall grass behind the house.
I'm also glad that collecting butterflies as a hobby has been replaced by photography, since some of them are in danger of extinction. Give yourselves a pat on the back you photographers!!
Some interesting facts you might like to know:
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Butterfly
Something awesome:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=xd_UxJpxhbM
Have a great Friday everyone!
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Photography is one of my passions, and nature photography is my favorite.
I have been in Explore for more that a hundred times, and it is an awesome experience to have your photos showcased in such a special way.
I thank your for coming today, for leaving a comment, and make a favorite of yours this photo, (if that is the case) thanks again!
The best part of this forum is the contacts and friends that I have made over the years, that have the same passion for this art that is called photography!
Martha.
Ich versuche mich immer und immer wieder, mal Bienen / Hummeln / Libellen im Flug zu erwischen, aber irgendwie ist es schwieriger als gedacht.
I am trying again and again to get bees / bumblebees / dragonflies etc. in flight, which proves to be difficult - for me at least
Difficult roads can lead to beautiful destinations"
Taken at Soul 2 Soul Mediterranean
Thankyou in advance for your support, faves, comments and awards!
I do appreciate you all ❤️
Difficult getting around with the lock down so just having a mess around with some of the more common flowers. Hopefully with them being on a black background you can see the beautiful detail of them in this set of 3 images.
I wish love and joy to nest in the hearts of people and to warm them, adding a note of happiness to the difficult daily life of this time.Stay Strong.. Stay Safe.. Soon all we will be better! Faith, Love, Courage.. Merry Christmas to all!!!Big hug! With Love Ela ♥♥♥
Believe..
Children sleeping
Snow is softly falling
Dreams are calling
Likes bells in the distance
We were dreamers
Not so long ago
But one by one
We all had to grow up
When it seems the magic slipped away
We find it all again on Christmas Day
Believe in what your heart is saying
Hear the melody that's playing
There's no time to waste
There's so much to celebrate
Believe in what you feel inside
And give your dreams the wings to fly
You have everything you need
If you just believe
Trains move quickly
To their journey's end
Destinations
Are where we begin again
Ships go sailing
Far across the sea
Trusting starlight
To get where they need to be
When it seems that we have lost our way
We find ourselves again on Christmas Day
Believe in what your heart is saying
Hear the melody that's playing
There's no time to waste
There's so much to celebrate
Believe in what you feel inside
And give your dreams the wings to fly
You have everything you need
If you just believe
If you just believe
If you just believe
If you just believe
Just believe
Just believe
Song: www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Avycrez66o&ab_channel=JoshGr...
Breeding males have obvious white blaze on forehead and broad green slash behind eye. Females are plainer brown with rusty sides. Females are very difficult to distinguish from female Eurasian Wigeon; note colder grayish-brown head on American that contrasts with warmer orangey sides. Also look for brighter white, not gray, underwings in flight, but this can be difficult to judge, especially at a distance. Widespread and common in North America, occasionally wintering as far south as northern South America. Typically in flocks on lakes and wetlands, often grazing in nearby fields. Regular vagrant to Europe. (eBird)
Fort St. John, British Columbia, Canada. May 2022.
Eagle-Eye Tours Ultimate British Columbia.
Getting more and more difficult to find something to smile about in this era of lockdown and no visitors. This little fellow’s visits, however, bring a sense of joy as he flitters around looking for a tasty morsel.
Bewick’s Wrens are medium-sized wrens with a slender body and a strikingly long tail often held upright. They have slender, long bills that are slightly downcurved.
Bewick’s Wrens cock their long tails up over their backs, often flicking their tails from side to side or fanning them as they skulk through tangles of branches and leaves searching for insects. During breeding season, males sing vigorously from prominent perches.
Bewick’s Wrens favor dry brushy areas, chaparral, scrub, thickets in open country, and open woodlands near rivers and streams. They are at home in gardens, residential areas, and parks in cities and suburbs.
(Nikon, 500mm + TC 1.4, 1/250 @ f/8, ISO 1250)
It’s difficult to see a field this size and not want to run through it and touch each one of these Sunflowers. It looks like a “Neighborhood” unto itself. The setting sun just intensifies the beauty that’s already there. Thanks for viewing my work, Be Grateful for everything.
Hello my amazing Flickr friends !!
Today is a pink / purple day at Color my World Daily and the theme at Smile on Saturday Group is : iridescent.
Well, well , well, it was a very difficult one for me. I had a concept but apparently
iridescence is very hard to photograph (at least for me !!). I had few iridescent items in my huge collection of stuff (yes, I’m a hoarder and we all know it by now lol) but nothing was « iridescent » enough for my taste. I was about to give up but then I saw my husband’s huge collection (yes, he is a hoarder too(but not as severe as me !!!)) of CD’s ! And bam ! I saw an iridescent ray of light in my head , glowing beautifully like there is no other iridescent source of light on this earth (FYI : I dont take any drugs !!! And since I’m on a diet : no alcohol… but maybe the low percentage of carbs is affecting my mind more than I thought …). And just like that, a new obsession was born !
So here you go: iridescent and levitating CDs…
I hope you like it !! And see you later my friends !! I wish you all a very iridescent (that is my new favorite word!!) and happy day !!
Thank you so much for all your lovely comments / favs/ general support / happy thoughts!! Stay safe and healthy!! And see you soon on Flickr !!
are difficult to access unless you are teeny tiny with a long skinny beak. This little one was going all in to get the nectar from almost each and every petunia in the pot. Sometimes you wouldn't see his little head at all. Just his little body sticking out. Those tiny wings work hard keeping them in place while they drink the nectar. These little birds are so amazing to me. I could watch them constantly. I've got several shots of this guy and another one flying close like it's trying to get a good look at who this little invader of petunias is. I'll post one soon
This insightful Russian documentary on the personal life of the Dalai Lama had been removed from this site and just now I found it restored and decided to accompany the documentary with a collage.
Please take time to view. It's difficult to find. (Only itunes Australia has it for rent/sale)
In the documentary "Sunrise/Sunset", the Dalai Lama states one does not have to be a believer to attain Enlightenment.
This truth might appeal to you as it does to me.
Also inspired by the Dalai Lama’s baggy eyes in this film, I’ve increased my own practices :)
www.cultureunplugged.com/play/8467/Sunrise-Sunset--Dalai-...
My own recent sunset (including orange ring around the Buddha) photos taken from house viewing window following a torrential rain provide the collage base followed by that gifted by A. Walden. Thank you Alan.
Namaste
jana
Hi all !!
The blur was sooo difficult but fun to do on this pic!! I hope you like it !! ♥
Story : "Just take a break.. Even if i'm alone, i think about you..."
Thanks for watching and your support !! ♡
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I love pandas and hope this shot of a three month old will bring you a smile in these difficult times.
Hi all !!
This one was sooo difficult wow !!! I work a lot on the blur on this picture... I hope you like it !! ♥
Story : "Cross my heart and hope to die
Welcome to my dark side..."
Thanks for watching and your support !! ♡
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This moment at the evening, when the sun is setting into the ocean, is always a breathtaking view. To experience this on such a beautiful place like Praia de Melides was something really special for me.
I did walk for a while up and down the edge of the cliff looking for a suitable location for that photo and it was so difficult to decide. In the end, it was this tiny biotope what did draw my attention the most.
Just imagine You are a resident of this isolated world. Everything seems to be normal for You. You do Your daily work trying to make ends meet. But one day You are able to see the big picture and You realise, that the part of the world You call Your home, it's actually the only part of it what is left. How would this recognition change You future decitions ?
Der Moment, wenn die Sonne am Abend im Meer versinkt ist immer ein atemberaubender Anblick. Diesen dann noch an einem so wunderschönen Ort wie dem Praia de Melides zu verbringen war etwas ganz Besonderes für mich.
Ich bin lange am Rande der Küste auf und abgewandert um nach einer geeigneten Stelle für dieses Foto zu suchen und es fiel mir unheimlich schwer, mich zu entscheiden. Am Ende war es dieses kleine Biotop, was mich am meissten angezogen hat.
Stell dir vor, Du bis ein Bewohner dieser isolierten Welt. Alles scheint für Dich normal zu sein. Du gehst deinem Tagwerk nach und versuchst über die Runden zu kommen. Doch eines Tages hast Du die Möglichkeit das große Ganze zu sehen und Du erkennst, dass der Teil der Welt, den Du Deine Heimat nennst in Wirklichkeit das Letzte, ist was von dieser noch übrig ist. Wie würde diese Erkenntnid Deine zukünftigen Entscheidungen beeinflussen ?
more of this on my website at: www.shoot-to-catch.de
“It’s very difficult to find a black cat in a dark room, especially if there is no black cat” – Confucius
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Not sure what I am trying to achieve here but it was a learning situation
Done before I had to re-load windows and lost my photoshop (cannot find the disks)
Will be back later today or if not, tomorrow
sorry for the double posting
Difficult to resist a flaking and decaying door, I came across this one in Cromford, Derbyshire. © Peter Zabulis - All Rights Reserved
More than half a year has passed since my last visit to Paris. I began to feel something like withdrawal symptoms. The decision was not difficult. I went back to Paris. 😉
Sempervivum tectorum, the common houseleek, is a species of flowering plant in the family Crassulaceae, native to the mountains of southern Europe, cultivated in the whole of Europe for its appearance and a Roman tradition claiming that it protects buildings against lightning strikes.
The name Sempervivum has its origin in the Latin semper ('always') and vivus ('living'), because this perennial plant keeps its leaves in winter and is very resistant to difficult conditions of growth.
The specific epithet tectorum means 'of house roofs', referring to a traditional location for these plants.
The hairs that fringe the leaves can be seen on close inspection.
Difficult to gage in a photo, Wizard Island is roughly 316 acres of land (or half a square mile), protruding from the surface of Crater Lake.
Named by William Gladstone Steel in 1885, the island is actually a volcanic cinder cone that rises from within the caldera formed by the last major eruption of Mount Mazama nearly 8,000 years ago. A series of smaller eruptions, which took place over several hundred years formed a number of cinder cones, though Wizard Island is the only one that is above the normal level of the lake surface.
The highest point on the island is 6,933 ft above sea level, but a mere 755 feet above the surface of the lake. Boat tours of the lake operate during summer months, allowing visitors to hike the island, but no overnight camping is permitted.
Select Fine Art prints of this and other images can be purchased at bit.ly/ProPeak
The tiered building furthest away from the camera is a newish building in the Nine Elms area of London, an area that has been completely redeveloped in the last 15 years. I've been trying to get some decent shots of it for a while now. The problem is that it is fairly well enclosed by other buildings, so difficult to get a clear shot of, and also it needs lots of light to get the best out of it, something that has been sadly lacking on my recent visits to the area. So I finally managed it a couple of weeks ago on a photo walk with some fellow photographers from my Camera Club. This was shot with an old vintage Leica zoom lens which in itself needs a lot of light because it's not the fastest but it is really quite sharp and a surprisingly nice lens for shooting architecture.
Sony A7ii
Leitz Vario-Elmar-R 80-200 f/4.5
Nine Elms Square development, Vauxhall, London
Difficult evening to get a decent shot, i know as far as compositions go it doesn't abide by the rules, but the colour and ambient light gives the image a bit of a kick.
Sunset in the Mojave Desert, Twentynine Palms, California
As 2022 draws to a close, I am looking forward to turning the page on this year, which has been a difficult one for me, and starting the new chapter that is 2023.
There are a few lines from a Josh Groban song called "Thankful", that I have always loved:
Even with our differences
There is a place we're all connected
Each of us can find each others' light
For me, Flickr has become a beautiful place to find that light and that connection, especially in a world that seems to grow increasingly dark and troubled. So I want to share a deep and sincere Thank You to all my Flickr friends and contacts for the light you give and all the ways in which you uplift my spirit. Thank you for sharing your talents and creativity which both awe and inspire me, for sharing your beautiful places, special moments, and great adventures, for your thoughtful and generous support of my photography and writing, and most of all for your personal kindness, caring, and humanity. I truly enjoy all of the conversations, comments, and connection with each of you, and am incredibly thankful for your encouragement and good wishes through some of the tough times this year.
I am profoundly grateful to have met such wonderful people here on Flickr. Because in the words of the incomparable Maya Angelou in the poem below,
"Nobody, but nobody, Can make it out here alone.
I wish each of you health, happiness, and beautiful light (both in photography and life) in the new year ahead!
Alone
by Maya Angelou
Lying, thinking
Last night
How to find my soul a home
Where water is not thirsty
And bread loaf is not stone
I came up with one thing
And I don't believe I'm wrong
That nobody,
But nobody
Can make it out here alone.
Alone, all alone
Nobody, but nobody
Can make it out here alone.
There are some millionaires
With money they can't use
Their wives run round like banshees
Their children sing the blues
They've got expensive doctors
To cure their hearts of stone.
But nobody
No, nobody
Can make it out here alone.
Alone, all alone
Nobody, but nobody
Can make it out here alone.
Now if you listen closely
I'll tell you what I know
Storm clouds are gathering
The wind is gonna blow
The race of man is suffering
And I can hear the moan,
'Cause nobody,
But nobody
Can make it out here alone.
Alone, all alone
Nobody, but nobody
Can make it out here alone.
dedicacé a Madeleine
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ed è stato come se ci fossimo lasciate il giorno prima, invece era tanto tempo che non ci vedevamo...
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Though times are difficult in one way or another for most everybody right now, sometimes it is the simple things that bring peace of mind and reveal forgotten treasures.
The rest of the story: Spring Is In The Air
Image born at Luane's World
Model: Christiana Lutrova
Took this photo on a brisk and beautiful January 2018 day right before sundown. The canyon walls create immense, graphic shadows at late day. I was blessed to find this spot where the last rays of sun were reflecting off winter's bare trees, creating an unusual Grand Canyon composition. Sometimes high contrast can be a positive, albeit difficult to photograph.