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Part of the main hallway in Attingham Hall.

The lighthouse on the North Norfolk Coast.

From Burbank, California.

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Timeless Elegance: A Monochromatic Portrait of the Sunbird

 

Witness the timeless elegance and intricate details that transcend the boundaries of color.

 

With the absence of hues, the focus shifts to the sunbird's form, highlighting the delicate curves of its body and the graceful extension of its wings. Every line and contour becomes more pronounced, revealing the true essence of this magnificent creature. In this monochromatic realm, the sunbird's beauty takes on a new dimension, captivating our senses with its understated allure.

 

The contrast between light and shadow adds depth and drama to the composition, accentuating the intricate patterns of the sunbird's feathers. Each tiny barb and filament becomes a work of art, delicately etched by nature's hand. The monochrome palette amplifies the textures, transforming them into a tactile feast for the eyes.

 

As we immerse ourselves in this black and white Photograph, we are reminded of the power of simplicity. Stripped of vibrant colors, the sunbird's allure lies in its pure essence, showcasing the harmonious balance between light and darkness. In this stark monochrome realm, we discover the inherent beauty that transcends the limitations of perception.

 

Join me in this exploration of the sunbird's monochromatic world, where simplicity reigns supreme. The subtleties and nuances that define this enchanting creature. Marvel at the timeless elegance of the sunbird, as it stands as a testament to the enduring beauty found within the realm of black and white.

 

Through this photograph, I invite you to embrace the artistry of monochrome and celebrate the intricate details that often go unnoticed. Allow yourself to be captivated by the sunbird's subtle grace and be inspired by the timeless allure that can be found even in the absence of color.

Took my Q2 out to Otter Lake around the Golden Hour and photographed a part of the lake as the sun was setting.

This evocative black-and-white image captures the raw energy and heritage of a traditional camel race in the UAE. Riders, poised with purpose, guide their camels along the dirt track under the desert sun. Camel racing is more than a sport in Arabia — it’s a cultural institution that reflects centuries of Bedouin tradition, endurance, and deep-rooted pride. These races once symbolized tribal prestige and are now celebrated in modern arenas with robotic jockeys and global spectatorship. Your photo beautifully preserves this transition between past and present, paying tribute to the region’s enduring connection with its desert-born legacy.

The Vasco Da Gama bridge in Lisbon, Portugal. Construction completed in 1998. Designer: Armando Rito

“ I hope not - Don’t tell me that this will be my Christmas Tree 2025……!!!

 

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Taken November 22, 2025 and uploaded for the groups

CrAzY Tuesday #Black&White

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Gigaset GS290

ƒ/2.0

3.5 mm

1/33 Sec

ISO 328

 

Any place I hang my hat is home - An experiment with light. My partner's hat on our coat stand.

A section of the Walbrook Building roofline, photo taken from the inner courtyard behind Cannon Street in the City of London. Architect: Foster & Partners - Built 2010.

 

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… This everlasting flower shows off its Face

 

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Photo taken March 12, 2025 and uploaded for the groups

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Gigaset GS290

ƒ/2.0

3.5 mm

1/100 Sec

ISO 162

Treppenhaus-Foto aus eigener Produktion

A blurred motion image taken at the Tate Modern back in March 2017.

Junction box on an external London wall.

A rare survivor in London's Docklands.

 

Thames Ironworks produced the world's first all-iron warship, HMS Warrior, which was launched in 1860.

 

Thames Ironworks FC, a football club formed by the workers of that company, was created on 29 June 1895. It later became West Ham United.

Experimental double exposure shot of a person studying a Bridget Riley abstract. Photo taken at the Hayward Gallery in London.

 

Artwork on the wall is ‘Movement in Squares (1961)’.

… This rose shows off its beauty even without colour

 

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Photo taken June 02, 2025 and uploaded for the groups

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Gigaset GS290

ƒ/2.0

3.5 mm

1/25 Sec

ISO 605

 

Fog from the Irish Sea heads over Marine Lake towards West Kirby on the Wirral, North West Engl;and.

….A Monochrome Close-Up Portrait of two Hibiscus Flowers–

 

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Photo taken August 20, 2025 and uploaded for the groups

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Gigaset GS290

ƒ/2.0

3.5 mm

1/182 Sec

ISO 112

 

Strenge Linien, weiche Rundung – das Kranhaus in Köln und ein unscheinbarer Abluftschacht treffen sich in einem Schwarz-Weiß-Moment, der mehr über die Stadt erzählt, als man denkt.

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Sharp lines, soft curve – Cologne’s Kranhaus and an unassuming exhaust shaft meet in a black-and-white moment that tells more about the city than you might expect.

 

Sometimes the sky carries the weight of what we cannot say.

In silence, the clouds gather — heavy, wild, and full of stories.

I stood beneath them, not afraid… just listening.

This secluded path winds quietly through the dense wilderness of Gorumara Forest, its soil packed down by the silent, ancient footsteps of elephants. Towering sal and teak trees form a leafy canopy overhead, filtering the sunlight into shifting patches of silver and shadow. The air is thick with the scent of damp earth and wild grass, occasionally stirred by the calls of unseen birds or the distant rustle of movement deep within the undergrowth.

 

This is a path less travelled by humans—untamed, mysterious, and deeply alive. It holds the raw, unspoiled spirit of the forest, where every bend might reveal fresh tracks, and every silence hints at the presence of something watching. Following this trail is like stepping into a forgotten rhythm of nature, where elephants have walked for generations and the forest keeps its secrets close.

”Quite a dangerous Adventure especially for Baby Bear“

 

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Photo taken October 15, 2025 and uploaded for the groups

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Teddys

WE LOVE TEDDY BEARS

Teddy Bear Show

 

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Gigaset GS290

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3.5 mm

1/20 Sec

ISO 641

 

…. Monochrome Roses against a

Background created with Aluminium Foil

 

"These Roses are forever

They do not care for any Weather

Although they have no Colour

They do not look any duller ..."

(Caren)

  

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Photo taken August 27, 2025 and uploaded for the groups

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Gigaset GS290

ƒ/2.0

3.5 mm

1/112 Sec

ISO 112

 

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Urban Chronicles ~ Paris ~ MjYj©

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… and its Heart

 

Background created with Aluminium Foil

 

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Photo taken March 22, 2025 and uploaded for the groups

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Gigaset GS290

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3.5 mm

1/33 Sec

ISO 230

 

”The Last Wine Leaf of its kind is crying tears - as it has lost its colour which changed from a vibrant RED to an autumnal SEPIA“

 

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Photo taken October 09, 2025 and uploaded for the groups

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Gigaset GS290

ƒ/2.0

3.5 mm

1/100 Sec

ISO 199

The Seattle Great Wheel, a Ferris wheel on Pier 57.

Relax by one of our beautifully landscaped swimming pools( AMARI Phuket) or go for quick dip to beat the afternoon heat. Location: Ocean Front Wing Opening Hours: 07:00 to 19:00 pm

"It has lost all of its colour – but has it also lost its beauty ??? "

 

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Photo taken July 30, 2025 and uploaded for the groups

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Gigaset GS290

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3.5 mm

1/33 Sec

ISO 610

 

From The Cosmopolitan Hotel in Las Vagas, Nevada.

A black and white edit of a photo from 2015. The Sir Ludwig Guttman Medical Centre in Stratford, East London.

 

Architects: Penoyre & Prasad

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Pellicola B&W i Type Film

Non manipolata digitalmente

Digitalizzata

Plan de Corones_Dolomiti Luglio 2025

 

Taken with Polaroid Now +

B&W i Type Film

Not digitally Manipulated

Plan de Corobes_Dolomites July 2025

Looking up at a corner of a recently completed building, No 5 Broadgate, in the City of London. It was designed by Ken Shuttleworth of Make Architects in the City of London.

…In the Heat of the Night …

Without much Light

It shows off its Beauty

Because any Colour is Off-Duty

All Petals are Black and White

Not only during the Night

Even during the Day

Its Beauty remains on Display

As a kind of Monochrome Magic

IT even looks kind of dramatic

(Caren)

 

[Dedicated to CRA (ILYWAMHASAM)

 

Photo taken June 25, 2025 and uploaded for the groups

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Gigaset GS290

ƒ/2.0

3.5 mm

1/390Sec

ISO 112

No Reason to Hide

A Rose in Black and White

It’s still so Beautiful

Without being Colourful

A Rose is a Rose

No Matter what Colour it shows

So Take it or Leave it

And remember, It’s just moonlit

(Caren)

 

[Dedicated to CRA (ILYWAMHASAM)

 

Photo taken August 13, 2025 and uploaded for the groups

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Gigaset GS290

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3.5 mm

1/20 Sec

ISO 925

beneath a sky stitched with fading light, a lone figure stands at the world’s edge, cradled by silence. between sea and sky, where all journeys end and begin, he carries the quiet weight of becoming.

A winter's walk on the beach, Bournemouth, England.

 

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Simple Abstract 25 re-visited, this time in larger landscape version. This is another black and white view looking up at the curvaceous balconies of the 'Riverwalk' apartments, overlooking the River Thames at Westminster, in London. Architects: Stanton Williams.

  

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