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This is Scala dei Turchi. Italian for "Stair of the Turks". It’s a rocky cliff on the coast of Realmonte, near Porto Empedocle in southern Sicily, Italy. It has become a tourist attraction, partly due to its mention in Andrea Camilleri's series of detective stories about Commissario Montalbano. Fact toy: Andrea Camilleri is originally from Porto Empedocle.
The Scala is coastal formation formed by marl. A sedimentary rock consisting of calcium carbonate or lime-rich mud or mudstone with, a characteristic white color. It lies between two sandy beaches, and is accessed through a limestone rock formation in the shape of a staircase, hence the name. The latter part of the name derives from the frequent raids carried on by Moors.
In August 2007, the municipality of Realmonte applied for the inclusion of the Scala dei Turchi in the UNESCO Heritage List.
In February 2020, following years of complaints about the poor environmental protection of the site from erosion and tourist vandalism, Italian prosecutors seized control of the site. They ordered its temporary closure for monitoring, and announced that they were investigating a man who claimed ownership of the site in a dispute with the Realmonte local authority. One part is owned by the local authorities in Realmonte. Another part is subject of heated controversy, between the local administration and a man who claims to be the owner of a large area of the site, the one most visited by tourists. The prosecutor of Agrigento has announced that the man has been placed under investigation for occupation of public land.
Technical stuff
This panorama consists of 8 shots and spans roughly 188,93 degrees. The limited number of shot is due to the rather busy cliff and therefore not wanting to double up on people on the cliff. The shot have a range of 320ISO, f8.0, 1/2000-1/3200, -2/3 and 16 mils.
The initial pano was created with PS and post-production was done with LR. This included balancing the lighting condition between the white rocks and the surrounding areas. I also pushed the shadows al little so a lot of people on the formation are a bit more in tune. The original file was 17320x6816 pixels and 705MB (as I worked with only one layer). I resized it for Flickr to 3000x1181 (excluding the frame).
Finally, I added some copyright signs (in PS). The latter is, alas, there to stay due to the fact that my photos were frequently copied. So, don't bother commenting on that.
Created for dA Users Gallery Challenge 148 – Christmas Goddess 4
Model with thanks to Mizzd-stock
Created for Rubys Treasure Challenge 70
Polar Bear with thanks to Rubyblossom
Created for DigitalMontage Challenge 15 - Christmas
Created for 88th MMM Challenge - Christmas
For the challenge, handing over the reins. This will be a long one.
1) I have decided to stick with Dunkel because simply put, Rylee hates playing the camera game. I get frustrated and she gets sad and worried - it is simply not worth it. If she is up for a picture, I'll grab it. That statement is 3 years in the making! lol
2) I look at this picture and I think.....this is me...Looking into the mirror a lot lately. My mom has died, both my parents are gone and 2020 is the big 50 birthday. My heart and soul have come to really understand things lately - I am truly at peace with myself, and where I am at in life. It is liberating, but I am also a bit shocked and in disbelief that I am turning 50.
So here's to 2020 - the year of finally being 100% comfortable in my own skin. The year of understanding that no one, no dog is perfect and that you work with the pluses.
causa inutilizzo vendo furgone Volkswagen 12 valvoline e mezzo, come nuovo. ottime condizioni, qualche graffio e le ruote forse da sostituire. tutti gli optionals compresi nel prezzo, astenersi perditempo. telefonare ore pasti tra il secondo e il caffè.
good conditions for sale :)
Mio (bass) and Azusa (guitar) perform their blues composition for this week’s Smile on Saturday theme. When they heard this was to raise awareness of Myalgic Encelphalomyelitis (ME), and the connection to Florence Nightingale, they were inspired.
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Created for the Smile on Saturday theme Blue for You - ME 2020.
Uploaded for dayhinako;)
camera: CONTAX Aria
Ginkakuji (one of the World Heritages), Kyoto
october, 2003
Para mi amigo Francisco, con mis mejores deseos y todo mi afecto.
♪ Holberg Suite Prelude - Grieg ♪
Looks better pressing L
Thanks for your visit and comments.
Please don't use this image on websites, blogs or other media without my explicit permission.
All rights reserved © GoldenCrotalo.
A very rough timeline of my BftM mocs (I left out most of the rocketships) but it's the evolution of weaponry I have in my head whenever I build something for BftM. It's not meant as a rigid standard or anything as I still want flexibility to do whatever I want but more of a general sweep of technological progress, beginning with unarmed, delicate landing rockets of the early surveyor teams and culminating with giant, colourful, wind-up walking mecha firing lasers and rockets.
I need to flesh out more stuff at either end: more early landers and more large robot walkers. The new curvy parts that have come out the large couple of years get me itching to do more in this theme.
Thank you so much for the beautiful testimonial!!!
You can see his beautiful photos HERE
MADE EXPLORE!!!!
Created for The Blind Pig Speakeasy Challenge #8 - Five Things About You: www.flickr.com/groups/photopigs/discuss/72157639891020365/
I grew up in a dysfunctional household and learned to use reading as an escape at a very young age. Nancy Drew was a favorite of mine as a child, partly because I loved mysteries and partly because I was always trying to find that strong, brave, clever Nancy in me. In some ways, I don't think I've ever stopped looking for Nancy -- and that's not such a bad thing.
Releasing this cute skin for Genus owners at the eBento event today the 11th. Grab a demo and see if you like it.
ALL THIS IS INCLUDED
SARA FACE SKIN
NO BROW SKIN
SHAPE FOR CLASSIC
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ABOUT ME...
Read an interview here: showtimemagazine.net
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Private collection
Porsche 911, Honda
Tasmania, Australia
My share of yellow as a support for Manny Paquiao's campaign against poverty. His advocacy is in contradiction to his pro-life stance, I don't think that poverty can be eradicated for as long as reponsible parenthood is not taken seriously, thus, family planning must be inculcated into the minds of the people and practiced by every couple.
Every stem goes with a wish that he may be able to bring home another belt for the country's honor. Goodluck Manny. Wait, where's Mommy D? lol
Go Philippines!!!
Teaser:
For the first time in a decade I don't have any cardinals in the yard. I throw out a handful of seeds while I'm waiting on bucks to show and it usually pays off. Our beautiful world, pass it on.
For me a staple of the second life birthday event are the underwater exhibits. From aquariums, mermaids, and ocean exploration various artists and sims show off their works. You have creative builds like this where the glass opens up into the sea. It’s always incredible to see what they come up with. I’m glad I get to share this with you.
Taken way back when we lived in Étampes. We had hills there too, but not quite as many as there are here - and I'm sure they weren't as steep!
These houses were halfway up to the plateau and all built upwards, as you can tell from the front steps.
Not sure I'd want to take the shopping up those every week. Plus we'd get ice and snow there too!!
Better viewed large and thank you for your favourites. :)
Known for its agility and strength, the northern goshawk is one of the most effective and versatile hunters in the raptor world. Northern goshawks are found in forests across the Northern Hemisphere, preferring dense woodlands for nesting and hunting. They inhabit coniferous, mixed, and deciduous forests, often in remote areas away from human activity.
The northern goshawk is a versatile predator with a diet that includes:
Birds: pigeons, crows, grouse, and songbirds.
Mammals: squirrels, rabbits, hares, and other small mammals.
Occasionally: reptiles and insects.
They use their powerful talons and keen eyesight to ambush prey, often hunting through fast, maneuverable flights in dense forests.
For some people this is a shot they might have seen before by Niek, it's the same sunset, that's why. But okay.
Enjoy this sunset :-)
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coming soon: A yellow flower shot and my first RAW shot !
for better details, pleaseView On Black
Standing wave
Eisbach, Englischer Garten
(English Garden)
Munich
Bavaria, Germany
24 June 2010
Created for The Award Tree's Winter Treatment challenge.
My sister lives in rural Michigan where she and her husband have a beautiful house on lots of land with a good-sized, man-made pond in the backyard. Deer come down to the pond for the salt lick, to graze and to drink. It's also a safe haven for them during hunting season since Judy & Peter don't allow hunting on their property. Still, I cringe every time I hear a rifle shot when I visit at that time of year.
In the summer, they're harder to see since there's no white snow to set them off. But there's no missing them when they come to the near side of the pond and start munching on the flowers in my sister's garden. At that point, Judy lets the dog out (a lab) and the deer take off in a flash :-).
Thanks to my sister for sending me the original photo! She took it from inside the house looking out over the upper level deck (see below).
Rustic one bedroom in prime location with beautiful landscaping and amazing view. Perfect for empty-nesters!
THANKS FOR YOUR VISIT AND FAVES
ON THE REACTIONS I WILL TRY TO RESPOND BACK
Fontein op het Plönlein in Rothenburg ob der Tauber
Rothenburg ob der Tauber zou als inspiratiebron gediend hebben voor Walt Disney toen hij de tekenfilm Pinokkio maakte. (1940)
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Fountain on the Plönlein in Rothenburg an der Tauber
Rothenburg an der Tauber served as Walt Disney's source of inspiration for the Zeichentrickfilm Pinocchio. (1940)
Ricevere un testimonial da cris è un grande onore! E’ bravissima ed attivissima, se non ci credete andate a visitare il suo stream e curiosando non dimenticatevi di guardare con attenzione le foto della mostra che ha fatto recentemente (un esempio? eccolo) … strepitose sia nella realizzazione che nell’idea!
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A testimonial from cris is a big honor for me! She is very skilled and so active, if you don’t believe me please go and visit her stream and do not forget to give a look at her recent personal exhibition (a photography as an example? here) … great both in production and concept!
Baba boude (baby bottoms) and other succulents for sale at Knersvlakte spens, a nursery near Vanrhynsdorp, South Africa.
Have a wonderful Tuesday, everyone.
I don't know if you heard, but, Madge, a lovely flickr member and wonderful photographer passed away this past December. I was heartbroken to hear the news. She was always a bright light in the flickr world and her zest for arranging, capturing and sharing the beautiful things in and around her home was always inspiring. She was a master of still life and delightful puns and I will miss her dearly. If you know Madge, I am sure you felt the same and, if you didn't, head on over to her stream now www.flickr.com/photos/mytimeflickrcom/ . it is pure delight.
Thanks to Lilydendron for the photograph on Saturday JKPP.Oxford. drawn in brushes .
Recent Portraits 2012
A beautifully designed and illustrated book with a foreword by Julia Kay, introduction, sections covering different media, working studies and sketches, previously unseen drawings, photographs and an index of subjects.
Copyright © 2012 Martin Beek
Foreword copyright © 2012 Julia Kay
ISBN 978-0-9571417-0-4 hardback
ISBN 978-0-9571417-1-1 paperback
‘Each individual fills the page with their unique presence, and seems to glow from within.’
Julia Kay
Limited Edition Free Subscription
Positive Space, Longworth May 2013
Ipsden in Winter Just out in printed and e-book form.
An Interview with me in Glow Magazine
And about my iPad work...
Featuring an interview on Witney TV about iPad art
My first book on Ipsden featuring the autumn paintings and studies 2012
Thank you so much Kimberly Chorney for my very first testimonial!
Everyday I look forward to seeing what is new on your photostream and you always inspire me with your creativeness! Here is a link to view her beautiful stream for those who have not seen her work yet=0) www.flickr.com/photos/39474827@N02/
Thanks again Kimberly for being such a great Flickr friend and for the testimonial, it means a great deal to me!!!! This photo was inspired by you!=0)
... Maestro ... Héroe... Leyenda... el gran Paco de Lucía se ha ido... nos deja su Arte y su "Duende" ... disfrutad de su única e inimitable Magia!!!!
... Master ... Heroe ... Legend... the great Paco de Lucía is gone... he let us his Art and his "Duende" (Soul) ... enjoy his unique and inimitable Magic!!!
... Music: "Entre dos Aguas" (Paco de Lucía) + "Concierto de Aranjuez - Adagio" (Joaquín Rodrigo) + "Mediterranean Sundance" (Al Di Meola, especially composed for a duet with Paco, in Elegant Gipsy) with Al Di Meola and John McLaughlin ..... three wonderful pearls!!!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=2oyhlad64-s
www.youtube.com/watch?v=e9RS4biqyAc
www.youtube.com/watch?v=ADwfyxpriAM
... Nota: ... por suerte para el género humano, el muchacho de la foto desistió de sus aspiraciones musicales!!! ... esta imagen es una foto de una viejisíma y descolorida copia en papel químico... el chico está un poco más crecidito, por supuesto!!!
... Note: ... fortunately for human race, the boy of the photo gave up his musical aspirations!!! ... this image is a photo of a very old and faded copy paper (chemical) ... the guy is a bit more grown up, of course!!!
Feast For Vultures.
Odeurs terribles baigner ennemis ennemi horribles yeux dédaigneux dévorent l'art,
cosbau giatiau equinoctial tragwyddol anadl gwrthryfelgar yn farwolaethau aruthrol ffieiddiodd cegau,
Quod Superius contra adfluebant malum est mora scorpionibus noctem horrendam clamor in operibus iustitiae,
dolori fiammeggianti buio miserabile di cospirazione Visto portentosi brandishments eccessivi Nemici violenti,
Aflições feras pobreza lamentações labores demônios ódio armadilhas flechas falsas mouldering pecados,
υποκρίνονται αθώα πυλώνες επεκτατική προφητείες σκιερά ερωτικές θρησκείες σιωπηλή καταραμένο εγωισμό,
masterizzazione nudo abisso feroce pestilenza cuori vulnerabili alle prese percorsi neri urlanti terrori iniziano,
濁った蛇赤い怒りの指導者たちは、犠牲者の変質した法律を奪い、聖人の海岸を食べる.
Steve.D.Hammond.
For aurora tour information please visit: jfsalgado.com
Thanks to the Capital Suites hotel management for their generous support and to its staff for their friendly service.
Nikon D4 + 14-24mm f/2.8G | Yellowknife, NWT, 22 Mar 2017
© 2017 José Francisco Salgado, PhD
Do not use without permission. 2017.03.23_114953
Mixed feelings when I see pups for sale in the street, good they aren't roaming the streets and will probably find a home. Bad to me is the breeding for profit by breeders, who only care about producing puppies that look fit enough to sell. Bacolod City, Philippines.
work for my college course, the pigeons where lucky that they flew over at the same time.
Also if you have facebook you can find me on there to ... www.facebook.com/KieranLucasPhotography