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This photo beautifully captures a classic Swedish countryside scene. In the foreground, wildflowers and tall grasses sway gently, adding a splash of color and texture. A traditional red barn sits nestled among green fields, standing out against the expansive landscape. The sky above is dramatic, filled with layers of thick, rolling clouds that hint at changing weather. The overall mood is peaceful and inviting, perfectly showcasing the charm and tranquility of rural Sweden.
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Golden hues, a masterpiece in whole,
Painted skies, a tranquil, fiery scroll.
Nature’s brushstroke, vivid and untold,
A fleeting wonder, a treasure of gold.
The sun sinks low, its journey near done,
Casting its glow on everyone.
Shadows lengthen, they softly creep,
As twilight lulls the world to sleep.
Mountains bask in the amber light,
Fields are kissed by the glow of night.
Rivers shimmer, their currents ablaze,
Reflecting the heavens in a fiery haze.
The trees stand still, their silhouettes clear,
Bathed in warmth as the end draws near.
Birdsong fades, replaced by calm,
A hush that feels like nature's psalm.
Golden hour, brief and rare,
A sacred gift for those who care.
To pause, to watch, to truly see,
The magic of life, so wild and free.
And as the sun slips out of view,
Night emerges, cloaked in dew.
But the memory lingers, the moment stays,
A radiant echo of golden days.
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Winnebago County - Iowa
Finally a fresh beautiful day with a northwest breeze, much lower humidity and temperatures! It's been a wild ride with severe storms, wind and hail on both sides of us this weekend!
Our week forward looks quite pleasant for the end of July. The wild flowers are now in full bloom.
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If the green left the grass on the other side
(I would make like a tree and leave)
But if I reached for your hand
Would your eyes get wide?
(Who knew the other side could be so green?)
/Adam R. Young (Owl City)/
Here, at twilight’s edge, the world softens. The chaos fades. What remains is pure—just the sea, the sky, and the stillness in between. It’s in this fading light that nature reveals its most tender truth: even in parting, there is peace.
By the end of everyday, birds head to their nests whether in groups or alone, like this one here, but they all go home.
Nothing’s like going home…Nothing.
I would like to invite guitar lovers in particular, and music lovers in general, to listen to Mark Knopfler’s legendary piece ‘Going Home’ in a new special recording:
youtu.be/kNKvoVMcslk?si=4NjidQ_u0IsWq1-G
About the attached masterpiece:
Mark Knopfler's new special recording of his anthemic 'Going Home (Theme From Local Hero), produced by his longtime collaborator Guy Fletcher (who has edited the contributions into a 9 minute piece), features an unprecedented line-up of some of the greatest guitarists in history. 'Legendary' does not begin to cover it - David Gilmour to Ronnie Wood, Slash to Eric Clapton, Sting to Joan Armatrading, Bruce Springsteen to Pete Townshend, Nile Rodgers to Joan Jett, Brian May to Tony lommi, Joe Walsh, Sam Fender and many more jaw dropping names.
And, in a great honour, the track opens with Jeff Beck's final recording.
Roger Daltrey, Teenage Cancer Trust's Honorary Patron and co-founder of Teen Cancer America (with Pete Townshend), added harmonica, and Beatles icon Ringo Starr is on drums along with his son Zak Starkey, their two drum tracks switching from one to the other, revealing an unmistakable family style. Sting completes an extraordinary rhythm section on bass.
With artwork designed by Sir Peter Blake (The Beatles, The Who, Band Aid, Paul Weller etc), this release is a landmark in rock music history.
Full list of contributors:
Joan Armatrading,
Jeff Beck,
Richard Bennett,
Joe Bonamassa,
Joe Brown,
James Burton,
Jonathan Cain,
Paul Carrack,
Eric Clapton,
Ry Cooder,
Jim Cox,
Steve Cropper,
Sheryl Crow,
Danny Cummings,
Roger Daltrey,
Duane Eddy,
Sam Fender,
Guy Fletcher,
Peter Frampton,
Audley Freed,
Vince Gill,
David Gilmour,
Buddy Guy,
Keiji Haino,
Tony lommi,
Joan Jett,
John Jorgenson,
Mark Knopfler,
Sonny Landreth,
Albert Lee,
Greg Leisz,
Alex Lifeson,
Steve Lukather,
Phil Manzanera,
Dave Mason,
Hank Marvin,
Brian May,
Robbie Mcintosh,
John McLaughlin,
Tom Morello,
Rick Nielsen,
Orianthi,
Brad Paisley,
Nile Rodgers,
Mike Rutherford,
Joe Satriani,
John Sebastian,
Connor Selby,
Slash,
Bruce Springsteen,
Ringo Starr and Zak Starkey,
Sting,
Andy Taylor,
Susan Tedeschi and Derek Trucks,
lan Thomas,
Pete Townshend,
Keith Urban,
Steve Vai,
Waddy Wachtel,
Joe Louis Walker,
Joe Walsh,
Ronnie Wood,
Glenn Worf,
Zucchero.
This new single is in aid of Teenage Cancer Trust (UK) and Teen Cancer America.
Link & data source: Mark Knopfler’s official YouTube channel:
5:54 pm, the sun hangs low, glowing through the haze. Tree branches stretch across the frame, breaking up the soft orange light. There's a quiet cityscape behind it all—power lines, buildings, the usual urban touch. What I couldn't get to work with this shot when uploading to Flickr were the crushed blacks. Not the best, but I like the shot, so here it is.
La scène se déroule un soir d’avril. Le soleil perce les nuages, projetant de longs rayons de lumière sur la Seine. Au premier plan, des passants profitent de la douceur du quai.
À l’arrière-plan, on distingue le Pont Neuf avec ses arches et, plus loin, la silhouette de la tour Eiffel, sous un triangle universel céleste, on est bien à Paris "ville lumière"
View of the Pont Neuf from the Seine riverbanks, Left Bank side.
The scene unfolds on an April evening. The sun ☀️ breaks through the clouds ☁️, casting long rays of light over the Seine 🌊.
In the foreground, passersby 🚶♀️🚶♂️ enjoy the gentle atmosphere of the quay.
In the background, the Pont Neuf and its arches ️ can be seen, and further off, the silhouette of the Eiffel Tower 🗼 — beneath a universal celestial triangle ✨.
We are indeed in Paris, the “City of Light” 💫.
Blick auf die Pont Neuf von den Ufern der Seine, auf der linken Seite.
Die Szene spielt an einem Aprilabend. Die Sonne ☀️ durchbricht die Wolken ☁️ und wirft lange Lichtstrahlen über die Seine 🌊.
Im Vordergrund genießen Spaziergänger 🚶♀️🚶♂️ die Sanftheit des Ufers.
Im Hintergrund erkennt man die Bögen der Pont Neuf ️ und weiter entfernt die Silhouette des Eiffelturms 🗼 — unter einem universellen himmlischen Dreieck ✨.
Man ist wirklich in Paris, der „Stadt des Lichts“ 💫.
Вид на мост Пон-Неф с набережной Сены, со стороны левого берега.
Сцена разворачивается апрельским вечером. Солнце ☀️ пробивается сквозь облака ☁️, посылая длинные лучи света на Сену 🌊.
На переднем плане прохожие 🚶♀️🚶♂️ наслаждаются мягкостью набережной.
На заднем плане — арки Пон-Нефа ️ и силуэт Эйфелевой башни 🗼 — под всеобщим небесным треугольником ✨.
Мы действительно в Париже, «городе света» 💫.
从塞纳河左岸眺望新桥的景色。
场景发生在四月的一个傍晚。阳光 ☀️ 穿透云层 ☁️，将光线洒在塞纳河 🌊 上。
前景中，行人 🚶♀️🚶♂️ 悠然漫步，享受河岸的温柔时光。
背景里，新桥的拱门 ️ 显现出来，远处是埃菲尔铁塔 🗼 的剪影——在一个普世的天光三角 ✨ 下。
此刻我们确实身处巴黎，这座“光之城” 💫。
Vista del Pont Neuf desde las orillas del Sena, en la margen izquierda.
La escena transcurre una tarde de abril. El sol ☀️ atraviesa las nubes ☁️, proyectando largos rayos de luz sobre el Sena 🌊.
En primer plano, los transeúntes 🚶♀️🚶♂️ disfrutan de la dulzura del muelle.
Al fondo, se distinguen los arcos del Pont Neuf ️ y, más allá, la silueta de la Torre Eiffel 🗼 — bajo un triángulo celeste universal ✨.
Estamos, sin duda, en París, la “ciudad de la luz” 💫.
Tuesday • February 21st, 2023 • 04:57 PM
Petite Anse Beach, a captivating, cozy and elegant small beach located on the southwestern coast of ‘Mahé Island’, the largest island in Seychelles.
//Title quoted from “It's Five O'Clock Somewhere” by Alan Jackson & Jimmy Buffett//. Link below:
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After visiting the awe-inspiring David Gareja Monastery complex — with its rock-hewn chapels and monastic caves carved deep into sandstone cliffs — we continued our journey toward the Natlismtsemeli Monastery, a solitary site nestled in the semi-desert borderlands of eastern Georgia. What followed was no ordinary drive, but a true off-road adventure through a vast world of silence, rolling hills, and endless golden emptiness. The landscape between Udabno and Natlismtsemeli is dry, expansive, and nearly devoid of human presence. The track — barely more than two dusty tire paths — winds its way over grassy ridges, with little to guide you other than the open horizon. Driving a Toyota RAV4, we managed most of the route without issue, but as we neared our destination, the terrain grew increasingly rough. Deep ruts, loose rocks, muddy sections, and steep climbs made for a challenging ride. Especially on the final stretch toward the monastery, the route becomes truly rugged and unpredictable. A proper high-clearance 4x4 with solid suspension would be much better suited for this road. And yet, it was this very difficulty that made the experience so memorable. Each turn revealed new views over the desolate hills, framed by dramatic skies and complete silence. Occasionally, a bird of prey could be seen gliding across the sky — as if even nature paused here in reverence. The Natlismtsemeli Monastery, dedicated to John the Baptist - the Bringer of Light, is less visited than David Gareja but equally atmospheric. Its isolation, simplicity, and the surrounding emptiness create a deep sense of peace — a powerful final destination for a journey through one of Georgia’s most haunting landscapes.
Driving from David Gareja to Natlismtsemeli Monastery leads you through one of Georgia’s most remote and dramatic landscapes. The rough track winds through golden grasslands and open valleys, where silence stretches as far as the eye can see. Clouds roll low over the hills, adding weight to the vast emptiness. A lonely road carved into the wilderness. This path leads toward the cliffside monastery of Natlismtsemeli, hidden from view but steeped in centuries of quiet devotion.
Na ons bezoek aan het indrukwekkende David Gareja-kloostercomplex — waar kloostercellen zijn uitgehouwen in steile zandsteenrotsen — vervolgden we onze weg richting het Natlismtsemeli-klooster, dat eenzaam ligt in het halfwoestijnachtige grensgebied van Oost-Georgië. Wat volgde was geen gewone rit, maar een ware offroad-ervaring door een uitgestrekte wereld van stilte, glooiende heuvels en eindeloze leegte. Het landschap tussen Udabno en Natlismtsemeli is droog, goudkleurig en verlaten. De weg — als je het nog zo mag noemen — slingert als twee smalle, stoffige sporen door het grasland. Vanuit de auto zie je de route voor je uitrollen over de heuvelruggen, met nauwelijks oriëntatiepunten behalve de horizon zelf. We reden in een Toyota RAV4, en hoewel deze het grootste deel aankon, merkten we al snel dat het terrein steeds uitdagender werd. Diepe kuilen, losse stenen, modderige stroken en steile afdalingen wisselden elkaar af. Zeker op het laatste stuk richting Natlismtsemeli wordt de route ruw en onvoorspelbaar. Hier zou een terreinwagen met hogere bodemvrijheid en goede vering eigenlijk geen overbodige luxe zijn. Toch maakten de omstandigheden de ervaring juist memorabel. Iedere bocht onthulde nieuwe vergezichten over de dorre heuvels, afgewisseld met dramatische wolkenluchten. En met wat geluk zie je in de verte een roofvogel zweven boven het stille landschap — alsof ook de natuur even stilhoudt bij deze bijzondere plek. Het klooster van Natlismtsemeli, gewijd aan Johannes de Doper - de Lichtbrenger, ligt afgelegen en is minder bezocht dan David Gareja zelf. Maar juist die rust, in combinatie met de spirituele sfeer en de omliggende leegte, maakt het tot een bijzonder eindpunt van deze tocht.
🇫🇷 Sur les rives de la Saône, l’Île Barbe déploie son charme intemporel. Cette scène paisible, baignée par une lumière d'été intense, révèle la beauté architecturale de l'île, entre nature luxuriante et patrimoine préservé. La pose longue adoucit le courant de la rivière, ajoutant une touche de poésie.
🇬🇧 On the banks of the Saône River, Île Barbe reveals its timeless charm. This peaceful scene, bathed in intense summer light, showcases the island's architectural beauty between lush nature and preserved heritage. The long exposure softens the river’s flow, adding a poetic touch.
Un vieux bateau repose à l’ombre, attaché à un arbre comme à un dernier souvenir. L’eau, miroir trouble, reflète un monde inversé où le temps semble figé. Entre lumière tamisée et végétation silencieuse, cette scène raconte la lente disparition des choses oubliées.
An old boat rests in the shade, tied to a tree like to a final memory. The water, a murky mirror, reflects an inverted world where time seems frozen. Between soft light and silent vegetation, this scene tells the slow fading of forgotten things.
The sun slowly rises from the horizon and the ocean, the sky is clear. A sign of a wonderful day is coming...
A warm, golden glow blankets the rolling grasslands of Cornwall Park, leading the eye toward the iconic One Tree Hill in the distance.
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In the vast, arid landscape of eastern Georgia, near the border with Azerbaijan, lies the ancient David Gareja Monastery complex. Carved directly into sandstone cliffs, the site is home to dozens of rock-cut cells, chapels, and passageways — silent witnesses to over fourteen centuries of monastic devotion. One of the most striking features is the stone tower perched high on a rocky outcrop, standing alone and overlooking the desolate terrain. This modest structure, built from irregular stone blocks, served as a watchtower. From here, monks could survey the surrounding area and detect approaching threats. During times of danger — from Mongol invasions to Persian raids — the height offered a strategic advantage, not for counterattack, but for protection, prayer, and preparation. Just below the tower, the entrances to ancient monastic caves are still visible, once inhabited by hermits who withdrew from worldly life to live in spiritual isolation. This combination of rugged nature and human humility makes David Gareja a truly unique place. Yet it’s not only history that lives on here — the natural world remains ever-present. The windswept ridges and rocky solitude attract numerous birds of prey. Hikers in the area often spot golden eagles soaring overhead, or short-toed snake eagles gliding low across the plains. Buzzards, falcons, and even vultures are also seen in the Kakheti and Kartli regions. The tower at David Gareja is more than just a remnant of Georgia’s Christian heritage — it stands as a symbol of stillness, vigilance, and deep connection to the landscape. A place where time, faith, and nature converge.
The tower symbolizes solitude, vigilance, and spiritual retreat — a silent witness to centuries of devotion. Carved into the harsh rockscape, it stands isolated yet firmly rooted in the landscape. In the upper right, a bird of prey glides effortlessly through the sky, embodying the wild spirit of this remote region. Its presence feels natural, even inevitable, in a place shaped by silence and wind. The architecture does not dominate but blends with the earth, shaped as much by necessity as by faith. The scene is a powerful example of how human presence and nature can exist in balance, each amplifying the other’s beauty.
In het uitgestrekte, dorre landschap van Oost-Georgië, vlak bij de grens met Azerbeidzjan, ligt het eeuwenoude David Gareja-kloostercomplex . Tegen de hellingen van zandkleurige rotsformaties zijn tientallen cellen, kapellen en gangen uitgehouwen — stille getuigen van meer dan veertien eeuwen religieuze toewijding. Eén van de meest opvallende elementen is de stenen toren die boven op de rots uitsteekt, hoog en eenzaam uitkijkend over het halfwoestijnachtige terrein. Deze toren, eenvoudig gebouwd uit onregelmatige stenen, diende als wachttoren. Van hieruit konden monniken het omliggende gebied overzien en vroegtijdig vijandelijke bewegingen signaleren. In tijden van dreiging , zoals tijdens de invallen van de Mongolen of de Perzen, bood de hoogte een strategisch voordeel — niet voor aanval, maar voor bescherming en voorbereiding. Direct onder de toren zijn nog steeds de ingangen zichtbaar van uitgehakte grotten, ooit gebruikt als leef- en gebedsruimtes door kluizenaars die zich uit de wereld terugtrokken. De combinatie van ruige natuur en menselijke nederigheid maakt deze plek uniek. En niet alleen de geschiedenis leeft hier voort — ook de natuur is onverminderd aanwezig. De kale rotsen, winderige hoogten en stilte trekken veel roofvogels aan. Tijdens wandelingen door dit gebied is de kans groot dat je een steenarend ziet zweven , of een slangenarend laag boven de vlakte ziet cirkelen. Ook buizerds, valken en zelfs gieren zijn in dit deel van Kakheti en Kartli waargenomen. De toren van David Gareja vormt daarmee niet alleen een monument van het christelijke verleden van Georgië, maar ook een symbool van verstilling , waakzaamheid en verbondenheid met het landschap. Een plek waar tijd, geloof en natuur elkaar ontmoeten.
A sweeping view from the ridge-top Carlsbad Caverns Visitor Center in southeastern New Mexico. Perched at the edge of the Guadalupe Mountains, this overlook reveals the vast Chihuahuan Desert stretching toward the horizon. Wisps of high-altitude clouds drift above the open plains, echoing the stillness and scale of this rugged desert landscape.
As the sun dips below the distant mountains, the Namibian sky ignites in a breathtaking display of golden hues. Clouds catch the last rays of light, creating a dramatic and serene moment in the vast desert landscape.
A breathtaking view of the Namibian landscape, where arid plains stretch beneath a brilliant blue sky dotted with fluffy white clouds. Sparse trees and rugged mountains complete this stunning scene of African wilderness.
A double rainbow arches over lush green and golden rice fields in Laos, creating a surreal scene of tranquility. This moment showcases the harmony between nature, light, and land. The soft mist in the air adds a beautiful glow to the landscape. I felt very fortunate to be able to withness and photograph it.
A pristine Icelandic landscape under a vivid blue sky. Rolling green hills meet the still waters of a fjord or lake, with rugged mountains in the distance. A moment of pure serenity in the heart of Nordic nature.
Paysage islandais paisible sous un ciel bleu éclatant. Les collines verdoyantes plongent vers les eaux calmes d’un fjord, dominées par les montagnes au loin. Une scène de pure nature et de sérénité nordique.
🇫🇷 Bro Gozh ma Zadoù
Hommage à la Bretagne éternelle. Terre de rochers, de brume et de légendes.
"Vieux pays de mes pères", souffle l’hymne… et la mer répond.
🇬🇧 Bro Gozh ma Zadoù
A tribute to timeless Brittany. Land of rocks, mist, and legends.
"Old land of my fathers," the anthem whispers… and the sea answers.
Bro Gozh ma Zadoù
En enor da Vreizh da viken. Douar ar mein, ar walez hag ar mojennoù.
“Bro gozh ma zadoù”, a gan an henvro… ha ar mor a respont.
Dall’alto del Monte Ceva, il sole splende alto, un faro di luce sopra un mare di nebbia ribollente .
L'orizzonte svanisce, le forme si dissolvono e il paesaggio diventa un'illusione eterea, dove la mente dipinge ciò che gli occhi non vedono. La nebbia nasconde e svela, copre l'abisso sotto i piedi e invita a immaginare cosa c'è al di là... o sotto, nel vuoto.
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Sighnaghi, located in Georgia’s wine region of Kakheti, is known as the “City of Love” for its romantic atmosphere, colorful houses, and breathtaking views over the Alazani Valley and the distant Caucasus Mountains. The town is surrounded by centuries-old defensive walls with watchtowers, built in the 18th century by King Erekle II to protect it from invasions. Today, it’s a lively destination with charming cobbled streets, traditional restaurants, and a rich winemaking culture that goes back more than 8,000 years. In this photo, you see a quintessential view of Sighnaghi: picturesque houses with red rooftops, elegant wooden balconies, and the distinctive church towers rising in the distance. In the foreground, bright flowers and ivy add warmth and color, blending beautifully with the historic charm of the town. This serene moment was captured early in the morning at our Abramichi Guest House. The town is still quiet, and a delicious breakfast awaits on the terrace above, overlooking this postcard-perfect scenery.
In the early morning light, Sighnaghi reveals its charm with the St. Stephen church towers, red rooftops, and lush gardens. From the peaceful garden of Abramichi Guest House, breakfast awaits on the terrace above, offering a serene start in Georgia’s romantic City of Love.
Sighnaghi, gelegen in de Georgische wijnregio Kakheti, staat bekend als de “City of Love” dankzij zijn romantische sfeer, kleurrijke huizen en adembenemende uitzichten over de Alazani-vallei en het Kaukasusgebergte. Het stadje is omgeven door eeuwenoude stadsmuren met wachttorens die teruggaan tot de 18e eeuw, toen koning Erekle II ze liet bouwen ter bescherming tegen invallen. Tegenwoordig is het een levendige plek met charmante straatjes, traditionele restaurants en een rijke wijncultuur. Op deze foto zie je een typisch uitzicht op Sighnaghi: pittoreske huisjes met rode daken, sierlijke balkons en in de verte de karakteristieke kerktorens die boven de stad uitsteken. Op de voorgrond bloeien kleurrijke bloemen en klimop, wat de warme en uitnodigende sfeer benadrukt. Het contrast tussen de levendige natuur en de historische architectuur laat zien hoe oud en nieuw hier harmonieus samenkomen. Dit moment is vastgelegd vroeg in de ochtend bij ons Abramichi Guest House. Het is nog stil in het stadje, en op het terras boven wacht een heerlijk ontbijt – met uitzicht op deze schilderachtige omgeving.
Kirkjufell appears as a dominant vision before you as you drive on route 54 towards the north coast of the Snaefellsnes Peninsula. In an almost perfect cylinder form, Kirkjufell is attached to the peninsula by a stretch of land on its south side. You can appreciate the mountain view from three directions on land but north, as it’s facing out to the sea. There is one way to see this side from the north, though - kayaking under Mt. Kirkjufell, a two-hour mesmerizing experience cruising alongside one the most majestic mountain in Iceland.
The formation of Kirkjufell mountain is a dramatic act taking place over millions of years - ever since the last phase of the Ice Age- by glacial erosion in Iceland. As you can see clearly in the photo below, the mountain is very steep in all directions and layers of rocks are clearly visible from the bottom to the top. This was formed due to a unique natural phenomenon in Iceland named “nunatak.” In fact, it’s a Greenlandic Inuit word referring to a high rock pointing out of glaciers. Essentially it’s an exposed peak that’s not covered by ice, and it also called the glacial island.
Ultima luce,
oro sfiora le cime,
neve silente.
Nella quiete della Valle di Cadore, la chiesetta di San Martino si staglia tra le montagne innevate. L’ultimo raggio di sole colora appena le cime, tingendole d’oro
Buona serata
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Ein abgelegener Bergteich mitten in sattem Grün – umgeben von majestätischen Nadelbäumen und dramatisch aufziehenden Gewitterwolken. Diese Szene vereint die Ruhe der Natur mit der Kraft des kommenden Wetters. Ein Moment kurz vor dem Umbruch – eingefangen in kräftigen Farben und starker Tiefe.
A secluded mountain pond surrounded by deep green vegetation, towering fir trees, and dramatic storm clouds rolling in. This scene captures the quiet serenity of nature paired with the powerful energy of approaching weather. A moment of stillness before change – captured in rich tones and dynamic contrast.
The place remembers
The conversations.
The silence in between.
The weight of two people sitting close and watching the waves.
Summer landscape in the Lofoten Islands, Norway. Blooming wildflowers cover the green meadows, with majestic mountains and the distant sea under a dramatic northern sky. A moment of natural beauty in one of the most stunning places in the Arctic Circle.
Happy Tuesday, everyone 🌞
Sometimes all it takes is one quiet moment to reset everything. A breath of fresh air, a walk beneath the sky, or that perfect landscape that reminds you how beautiful life can be.
I’m Tonny Froyen from Norway — I create and share photography that captures stillness, wonder, and light.
Every day, I chase calm through the lens. Because beauty isn't rare... it's just often overlooked.
Let these images be a reminder that you're doing just fine. Keep showing up 🌱
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A quiet stretch of Icelandic prairie, brushed with deep green and bathed in light.
In the foreground, a small pond mirrors the sky. Beyond it, sharp, sculptural hills rise — their jagged silhouettes partly veiled by drifting clouds.
A shaft of sunlight breaks through, illuminating the grass, the water, and the slopes all at once, like a quiet revelation in the northern wilderness.
It’s a moment of stillness, where land, sky, and light seem to hold their breath together.
My memories are the light between the clouds and the calm of the lagoon.
A peaceful dawn over the waters of the Ebro Delta, where forgotten structures rest in silence. The soft light and long exposure reveal a moment of stillness and decaying beauty in this unique corner of Spain
Pioggia d’inverno,
due archi uniscono il cielo
luce di meraviglia
Tra i colori di un cielo che si schiude, due arcobaleni accarezzano il campo al tramonto. Un dono inatteso, emerso dal grigiore e dalla pioggia di gennaio, a ricordarci che la bellezza può sorprenderci quando meno ce lo aspettiamo
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After visiting the awe-inspiring David Gareja Monastery complex — with its rock-hewn chapels and monastic caves carved deep into sandstone cliffs — we continued our journey toward the Natlismtsemeli Monastery, a solitary site nestled in the semi-desert borderlands of eastern Georgia. What followed was no ordinary drive, but a true off-road adventure through a vast world of silence, rolling hills, and endless golden emptiness. The landscape between Udabno and Natlismtsemeli is dry, expansive, and nearly devoid of human presence. The track — barely more than two dusty tire paths — winds its way over grassy ridges, with little to guide you other than the open horizon. Driving a Toyota RAV4, we managed most of the route without issue, but as we neared our destination, the terrain grew increasingly rough. Deep ruts, loose rocks, muddy sections, and steep climbs made for a challenging ride. Especially on the final stretch toward the monastery, the route becomes truly rugged and unpredictable. A proper high-clearance 4x4 with solid suspension would be much better suited for this road. And yet, it was this very difficulty that made the experience so memorable. Each turn revealed new views over the desolate hills, framed by dramatic skies and complete silence. Occasionally, a bird of prey could be seen gliding across the sky — as if even nature paused here in reverence. The Natlismtsemeli Monastery, dedicated to John the Baptist - the Bringer of Light, is less visited than David Gareja but equally atmospheric. Its isolation, simplicity, and the surrounding emptiness create a deep sense of peace — a powerful final destination for a journey through one of Georgia’s most haunting landscapes.
Driving from David Gareja to Natlismtsemeli Monastery takes you through one of Georgia’s most remote and dramatic landscapes. The route winds through golden hills and empty plains, with rough off-road conditions that challenge any vehicle. But the views, silence, and occasional sight of a soaring eagle make the journey unforgettable — ending at a peaceful, little-visited monastery carved into the edge of the wilderness.
Na ons bezoek aan het indrukwekkende David Gareja-kloostercomplex — waar kloostercellen zijn uitgehouwen in steile zandsteenrotsen — vervolgden we onze weg richting het Natlismtsemeli-klooster, dat eenzaam ligt in het halfwoestijnachtige grensgebied van Oost-Georgië. Wat volgde was geen gewone rit, maar een ware offroad-ervaring door een uitgestrekte wereld van stilte, glooiende heuvels en eindeloze leegte. Het landschap tussen Udabno en Natlismtsemeli is droog, goudkleurig en verlaten. De weg — als je het nog zo mag noemen — slingert als twee smalle, stoffige sporen door het grasland. Vanuit de auto zie je de route voor je uitrollen over de heuvelruggen, met nauwelijks oriëntatiepunten behalve de horizon zelf. We reden in een Toyota RAV4, en hoewel deze het grootste deel aankon, merkten we al snel dat het terrein steeds uitdagender werd. Diepe kuilen, losse stenen, modderige stroken en steile afdalingen wisselden elkaar af. Zeker op het laatste stuk richting Natlismtsemeli wordt de route ruw en onvoorspelbaar. Hier zou een terreinwagen met hogere bodemvrijheid en goede vering eigenlijk geen overbodige luxe zijn. Toch maakten de omstandigheden de ervaring juist memorabel. Iedere bocht onthulde nieuwe vergezichten over de dorre heuvels, afgewisseld met dramatische wolkenluchten. En met wat geluk zie je in de verte een roofvogel zweven boven het stille landschap — alsof ook de natuur even stilhoudt bij deze bijzondere plek. Het klooster van Natlismtsemeli, gewijd aan Johannes de Doper - de Lichtbrenger, ligt afgelegen en is minder bezocht dan David Gareja zelf. Maar juist die rust, in combinatie met de spirituele sfeer en de omliggende leegte, maakt het tot een bijzonder eindpunt van deze tocht.