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This is part of the local Green Belt just down the road from my house. A lonely cat tail that's seen better days.
This pair of red-tail hawks are our local couple, from what I saw of their behavior recently we may have a few more this summer ;)
BNSF GP50 number 3141 followed by 2825 leads the Brainerd local back to Superior with a short train of 6 cars. This local has been running lately on Sundays. Note the concrete ties on this section of the Lakes sub.
I'm not sure what train this is but I saw the same power doing the same thing two days in a row so I suspect it's a local transfer job of some sort. At any rate, this pair of UP Deuces is heading north out of Fort Worth and soon to go over the Trinity River. 5/18/18
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The stone sculptures in Sno, a small village in the Kazbegi region of Georgia, are part of a remarkable art project in the Caucasus. These sculptures consist of impressive stone artworks depicting giant faces, often with a melancholic or mysterious expression. They were created by local artist Merab Piranishvili, who is renowned for his unique ability to bring faces and emotions to life in natural stone. Working primarily with local stones, he carves expressive facial features that tell stories about life, the soul, and the deep connection with nature. The sculptures symbolize the ancient wisdom of the mountain dwellers and the spirit of the past. The faces sometimes appear sad or contemplative, reflecting both the challenges and the beauty of life in the Caucasus. Fully integrated into the surrounding landscape, the sculptures stand among the mountains, hills, and rugged grasslands, blending seamlessly with their natural environment. This is what makes Piranishvili’s work so unique: he respects the natural shapes of the stones and subtly adds human characteristics without compromising their raw, natural beauty. Piranishvili often works directly in the field, selecting local stones and carving them with a hammer and chisel. He carefully considers the natural form of each stone, adapting his designs to create a result that looks organic and harmonizes with the surrounding environment.
Sno is located near the breathtaking Stepantsminda area and the imposing Mount Kazbegi. The stone sculptures are a hidden gem in this region, attracting an increasing number of art enthusiasts and travelers. The site exudes a serene, almost meditative atmosphere—perfect for those seeking something unique off the beaten path. If you ever find yourself near Kazbegi, these sculptures are well worth a visit. They offer a truly unique experience where art and nature come together in perfect harmony.
De stenen sculpturen in Sno, een klein dorpje in de Kazbegi-regio van Georgië, maken deel uit van een bijzonder kunstproject in de Kaukasus. De sculpturen bestaan uit indrukwekkende stenen kunstwerken van gigantische gezichten, die vaak een melancholische of mysterieuze uitstraling hebben. Ze zijn gecreëerd door de lokale kunstenaar Merab Piranishvili, die bekendstaat om zijn unieke vaardigheid om gezichten en emoties tot leven te brengen in natuursteen. Hij werkt voornamelijk met lokale stenen en geeft ze expressieve gezichtsuitdrukkingen die verhalen vertellen over het leven, de ziel en de diepe verbondenheid met de natuur. De sculpturen symboliseren de oude wijsheid van de bergbewoners en de geest van het verleden. De gezichten tonen soms een droevige of reflectieve uitdrukking, wat de uitdagingen én de schoonheid van het leven in de Kaukasus weerspiegelt. De beelden zijn volledig geïntegreerd in het omringende landschap: ze staan tussen de bergen, heuvels en het ruige grasland, waardoor ze naadloos opgaan in hun natuurlijke omgeving. Dit maakt het werk van Piranishvili zo uniek: hij respecteert de oorspronkelijke vormen van de stenen en voegt subtiel menselijke kenmerken toe, zonder hun ruwe, natuurlijke schoonheid aan te tasten. Sno ligt vlakbij het adembenemende berggebied Stepantsminda en de imposante Kazbegi-berg. De stenen sculpturen zijn een verborgen juweel in deze regio en trekken steeds meer kunstliefhebbers en reizigers aan. De plek straalt een rustige, bijna meditatieve sfeer uit, ideaal voor wie op zoek is naar iets unieks buiten de gebaande paden. Piranishvili werkt meestal direct in het veld, waarbij hij natuursteen uit de regio selecteert en met hamer en beitel bewerkt. Hij houdt rekening met de oorspronkelijke vormen van de steen en past zijn ontwerpen hierop aan, zodat het eindresultaat natuurlijk oogt en harmonieert met de omgeving. Als je ooit in de buurt van Kazbegi bent, mag je deze sculpturen zeker niet missen. Ze bieden een bijzondere ervaring waarin kunst en natuur op een unieke manier samensmelten!
Another shot of Silbury Hill. This shot is from a higher altitude and shows the top of the hill. The general public are not permitted to climb the hill, so the last time I saw the top was as a young child in the 1970's.
More info: thirdeyetraveller.com/silbury-hill-avebury-pyramid-wiltsh...
Dummy in a storewindow with reflections of the street.
Shot in La Rochelle - Charente Maritime - France -
After the UP took over the Rio Grande but before the San Luis & Rio Grande took over this section of track many of the locals were still handled by Rio Grande power. Such was the case in March of 01 when funky Rio Grande 3121 handled the days choses on the Antonito Local. Notice the upside 5 used as a two in the number board as well as the message appearing where the Mars light one was installed. It says "Hard work will set you free" There seems to be some truth to that. The bridge in the background crosses the Conejos River
Fujifilm X-T50
XF16-50mmF2.8-4.8 R LM WR
30分に1本の電車を待ってベンチに座っていた。のんびりとこういう時間もいいものだ＾＾
She was sitting on a bench waiting for the train that comes once every 30 minutes. It's nice to have a relaxing time like this.
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black guillemot or tystie (Cepphus grylle)
Oban- Argyll Scotland
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Fallen, Local Woodland, Meltham
Wista 45DX Field Camera, 1865 Darlot 5½ Inch Portrait Petzval Lens, Ilford FP4+ developed in Rodinal 1+50
Youtube Short Slideshow at www.youtube.com/shorts/bU_XYIDvIHg
Local J271 was essentially a transfer run of 50 miles from Avon to Terre Haute to setoff cars for local industries. Most days it would continue another 20 miles to work Paris, Illinois, then return to Avon.
Still on the double mainline east of Terre Haute, this 721 will make a quick setoff at Duane yard six miles distant and then return to Avon.
Change is always constant and nowadays, 721 is now J728, no longer goes to Paris, uses Gevos for power and regularly exceeds 100 cars.
Had a walk from Beamish through woodlands and a little open country back home.
(might as well take my camera)
Union Pacific’s West Local traverses the Rocky Spur above an eastbound coal train tied down in the siding at Rocky, Colorado, on January 27, 1998. Power for the local is Rio Grande GP30 No. 3003 and Southern Pacific (former Cotton Belt) GP40-2 No. 7264.
Lensbaby composer pro/doubleglass optic.
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Located : Between Fujii station and Tomura station on the Obama line, Japan Railway.
Aida, Wakasa town, Fukui pref.
JR小浜線 / 藤井駅 - 十村駅 間
福井県三方上中郡若狭町相田
Local Woodland.
1930's Zeiss 515/2 6x9 folding camera, Fomapan 400.
Developed in Ilfasol 3, 8.5 minutes @ 20.0'C.
Some feathered friends were hanging out in a tree above the Peace River Wildlife Center. They may have been attracted there because of birds that were being rehabilitated in the center. It was rather windy and these birds kept spreading their wings to retain their balance during the gusts.
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Managed to get in a quick walk before the next band of rain passes through - simple scene before you, the fence to the right and well trodden path of local dog walkers to the left. The woods in the distance and the dappled sky add further interest.
Ivatt 2MT 41312 steams away from Midsomer Norton during a 30742 Charters event.
Locomotive: Ivatt 2MT 2-6-2T 41312.
Location: The Somerset & Dorset Railway Heritage Trust, Midsomer Norton, Somerset.
Polaroid SLR 680
Polaroid 600 Film
One of the last photos taken before my SLR 680 acted up and died on me. Nothing spookier than ghosts and a skeleton enjoying a nice fall evening in the park.
Union Pacific SD40-2 No. 3649 leads a 14-car LUC57 local through Leamington Canyon near Lynndyl, Utah on Sept. 30, 1993.
Straight from the camera, no photo shop. Only cropped on top and bottom of the picture.
Didn't expect these colours that evening.