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Attempting to prioritize detail with the center of the flower. At the same time I was looking to bring out soft but detailed background grass. Nikon Macro Lens.
With a little bit of a traffic jam on the west end of the Flint Sub, choices had to be made. One choice was that M397 had to sit and wait for space in Battle Creek, and on 2 Q trains. After meeting eastbound Q140, Q149 flies past westbound entering CP Potterville.
Claustro de siete ventanales. (Santes Creus - Cataluña)
Cloister of seven windows. (Santes Creus - Catalonia)
Historia de la Fotografía, en Español:
En esta ocasión el grupo estaba compuesto por tres fotógrafos, por lo que después del madrugón, nos dirigirnos al monasterio de Santes Creus y sabiendo que estariamos unas cuantas horas realizando fotografías dentro del mismo, nos tomamos un buen desayuno, de los de tenedor y con un excelente vino.
Una vez dentro ya sabiamos que nos encontrariamos con la problemàtica de los turistas, que nos dificultó la rapidez de las tomas, por lo que cada fotografía la teniamos que tomar cuando no había gente o con filtros de densidad neutra, para que no salieran las personas en la foto final.
La anecdota fué cuando una pareja no terminaba de realizar fotografías y yo perdí la paciencia y les dije ... señores tengo que hacer unas fotos pero como veo que no terminan, las realizaré con ustedes, solo que las fotos saldrán por televisión, si les interesa!
Y salieron corriendo como si les persiguiera el demonio.
Datos de como se realizó:
Las fotografías no están realizadas en HDR, por lo que las mediciones de luz eran importantes, disparando con la medición matricial, priorizando las altas luces para mantener la máxima información y detalle y recuperando las sombras durante su edición.
Esta fotografía está compuesta de cuatro fotografías y recuperar las sombras ha sido bastante laborioso, espero que os guste.
Un abrazo amigos / as.
Antoni Gallart.
Datos técnicos:
Cámara : Nikon D800
Objetivo: 16 mm
Obertura: f/6,3 Para conseguir calidad de imagen.
Velocidad: 1/50
ISO: 100 Para poder ampliar con garantias de calidad.
Tripode: Si
Filtros: No
Panorámica : Si de cuatro fotos.
Medición de luz: En matricial pero efectuando disparo de prueba para verificar detalle en las altas luces.
History of Photography, in English:
On this occasion the group was made up of three photographers, so after getting up early, we went to the Santes Creus monastery and knowing that we would spend a few hours taking pictures inside it, we had a good breakfast, of the fork and with an excellent wine.
Once inside we already knew that we would encounter the problem of tourists, which made it difficult for us to take the shots, so we had to take each photograph when there were no people or with neutral density filters, so that people did not come out. in the final photo.
The anecdote was when a couple did not finish taking photographs and I lost my patience and told them ... gentlemen I have to take some photos but since I see that they do not end, I will take them with you, only that the photos will appear on television, if you interested!
And they ran off as if the devil was chasing them.
Data on how it was carried out:
The photos are not taken in HDR, so light measurements were important, shooting with matrix metering, prioritizing highlights to maintain maximum information and detail, and recovering shadows during editing.
This photograph is composed of four photographs and recovering the shadows has been quite laborious, I hope you like it.
A hug friends.
Antoni Gallart.
Technical data:
Camera: Nikon D800
Objective: 16mm
Overture: f / 6.3 for image quality.
Speed: 1/50
ISO: 100 To be able to expand with quality guarantees.
Tripod: Yes
Filters: No
Panoramic: Yes of four photos.
Light metering: In matrix but taking test shot to verify detail in the highlights.
Mood: All I need to see standing by my Christmas tree...
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This image captures a quintessential architectural detail found in the historic urban fabric of Italian cities, likely in a region like Tuscany or Emilia-Romagna. The focus is a grand, semi-circular arched doorway framed by heavy, rusticated stone masonry known as ashlar. This technique, characterized by large, textured blocks of stone with beveled edges, was a hallmark of Renaissance architecture, designed to convey strength, permanence, and a sense of imposing aesthetic order. Above the wooden door, a delicate iron grille provides ventilation and light, contrasting with the robustness of the surrounding brickwork and stone.
The city depicted is Siena, Italy, a location renowned for its profound historical significance and medieval urban planning. Siena’s architecture is largely defined by its brick facades and the pervasive influence of Gothic and Renaissance styles, which have been meticulously preserved through the centuries. Visitors to this region often prioritize exploring the Piazza del Campo and the Duomo, while the culinary landscape offers exceptional local delicacies. One must sample pici, a thick, hand-rolled pasta, and panforte, a traditional dense fruit and nut cake that dates back to the 13th century, often enjoyed with a glass of robust Chianti Classico wine.
This type of entrance reflects the socio-economic status of the historic buildings in the city center, where such grand portals were indicators of wealth and civic prestige. The use of exposed brick—a material deeply tied to the clay-rich soils of the Tuscan landscape—harmonizes with the lighter stone accents to create the warm, monochromatic palette characteristic of the area. Beyond its functional role, this structure serves as a tangible link to the past, embodying the continuity of craftsmanship that allows historic Italian centers to remain living museums of human habitation, commerce, and art.
Strategisch schaakspel met die ene bui: BB 22307 te Les Attaques
Het was een dag van nauwgezet plannen en anticiperen. De hele voormiddag speelden we een tactisch spel met die ene, hardnekkige bui die langzaam van het noordwesten naar het zuidoosten over het land trok. Door ons steeds strategisch op te stellen en telkens net de grens van de bui over te steken, slaagden we erin om onze foto’s in de volle zon te blijven maken. Zo stonden we ook in Nouvelle-Église nog op een droge plek voor de passage van de twee treinstellen.
Rond 14:00 uur was de bui eindelijk ver genoeg naar het zuiden opgeschoven, waardoor we konden doorsteken naar ons eigenlijke doelgebied rond Calais. We besloten eerst even plaats te nemen langs de lijn van Calais naar Hazebrouck, aangetrokken door het feit dat hier binnen een uurtje twee goederentreinen zouden passeren. Er stond echter ook een rit van Saint-Omer naar Calais op het programma die nergens op de officiële SNCF-kanalen terug te vinden was.
We besloten toch maar eerst een standpunt in te nemen voor deze trein (waarbij we de talrijke hoogspanningspylonen die hier bij Les Attaques langs de lijn staan, mooi wisten te verbergen achter een struik in voorjaarsvorm). Groot was onze verbazing toen we de neus van een Nez Cassé zagen opduiken met een sleep dubbeldeksrijtuigen. Deze zeldzame verschijning bleek één van de opleidingsritten te zijn die momenteel tussen Calais en Saint-Omer worden uitgevoerd. Gaaf om deze klassieker hier aan te treffen! Het was een geweldige opsteker halverwege de middag, maar de fotodag was toen nog lang niet voorbij!
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A strategic game of chess with a single shower: BB 22307 at Les Attaques
It was a day of careful planning and anticipation. Throughout the morning, we played a tactical game with a single, stubborn rain shower moving slowly from northwest to southeast. By positioning ourselves strategically and constantly crossing the edge of the shower, we managed to keep taking our photos in full sunshine. This allowed us to stay dry at Nouvelle-Église for the passage of the two multiple units.
Around 2:00 PM, the shower had finally pushed far enough south for us to move to our target area around Calais. We first decided to set up along the line from Calais to Hazebrouck, attracted by the prospect of two freight trains passing within the hour. However, a run from Saint-Omer to Calais was also on the schedule, though it was nowhere to be found on official SNCF channels.
We decided to prioritize a position for this train first (successfully hiding the numerous high-voltage pylons at Les Attaques behind a bush in its spring finery). Much to our surprise, the nose of a Nez Cassé appeared with a rake of double-decker coaches. This rare sight turned out to be one of the training runs currently being operated between Calais and Saint-Omer. Great to encounter this classic here! A fantastic boost midway through the afternoon, and the photo day was far from over!
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Les Attaques, 06/05/2026
SNCF 522307
714317 St-Omer - Calais Ville
Rarely seen in the US, Gabriel Voisin's very unique luxury cars reflected his aeronautical background, and stand out from the crowd in many ways beyond his wonderful very Art Deco Eagle mascot. Voisin, a French aviation pioneer and the creator of Europe's first manned, engine-powered, heavier-than-air aircraft capable of a sustained flight. During World War I the company founded by Voisin became a major producer of military aircraft, notably the Voisin III. Subsequently, he switched to the design and production of luxury automobiles under the name Avions Voisin. His early cars were some of the finest luxury vehicles in the world, with unique technical details. Many of them won in competition.
In 1919 he started producing cars using Knight-type sleeve valve engines. A former student of the Fine Arts School of Lyon and an enthusiast for all things mechanical since his childhood, Voisin's uncompromisingly individual designs made extensive use of light alloys, especially aluminum. One of the company's most striking early designs was the Voisin Laboratoire Grand Prix car of 1923; one of the first cars ever to use monocoque chassis construction, and utilizing small radiator-mounted propeller to drive the cooling pump. The characteristic Voisin style of 'rational' coachwork he developed in conjunction with his collaborator André Noel. Noel prioritized lightness, central weight distribution, capacious luggage boxes and distinctively angular lines. The 1930s models with under-slung chassis were strikingly low.
In the early 1930s, Gabriel Voisin could not pay all of his draughtsmen any more and a young creative engineer named André Lefèbvre quit, recommended by Gabriel to Louis Renault. Lefèbvre finally entered Citroën where he led three particularly significant car projects: the Traction Avant, the 2CV and the DS, using a lot of Gabriel's lessons, so his design ideas spread throughout the French Auto industry.
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No matter what we dealt with yesterday, today is fortunately or unfortunately “A New Day”. Get your cup of coffee or your tea and let’s get busy. There’s always something to do and I could use a hand. Getting a hand in doing the deeds we do isn’t always easy. Days move by at a frightening pace it seems so being organized is paramount. Prioritizing is the best way I’ve found to get things done. Of course Gratitude and Kindness should play a role in all our days.
We really wanted a nice clean shot of this classic Twin Cities area scene from Mounds Park atop Daytons Bluff. After getting it in clouds the prior day we made sure to prioritize it when Sunday dawned sunny and blue. And while the train we caught was just another typical 1x1 DP setup (my least favorite to photograph but seemingly CP's favorite to run!) at least the light was picture perfect.
CPKC train 148 (Roberts Bank, BC to Bensenville, IL) comes around the corner through Division Street approaching Hoffman Ave. interlocking on Main 2 of the joint CPKC/BNSF St. Paul Subdivision mainline. Interestingly Main 2 here is CP property and is MP 408.9 while Main 1 is BNSF and is MP 429.1. In the background can be seen the impressive downtown skyline and Union Station while in the top right is the dome of the 1905 built state capitol building.
Also note that Great River Road / Shephard Road is empty as it was closed during our visit due to Mississippi River flooding which had crested here on April 27th at 18.2 ft. There also was no river traffic moving, and you'll note that all the barges can be seen safely lashed together and moored up along both banks.
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Sunday May 7, 2023
Dense fog distorts my senses in a way that is simultaneously disconcerting yet thrilling. The liminal quality of spaces such as this scene is overwhelmingly immersive. I feel so much more than indifferent observer. Images such as this exist only because I involve myself in the space, become a part of it, and quite literally allow it envelop me.
One of my many fascinations with fog is the sense that clarity exists only within arm's reach. It's the same way my mind perceives life when I'm dreaming. The entire world surrounds me, but it becomes progressively murky as it recedes in distance. I behold only what my mind prioritizes even while I have peripheral awareness of my surroundings. Likewise, fog has the effect of cordoning me into a small space even when I am outdoors in the middle of a large expanse such as stubble field. I desperately want to enter that nebulous threshold where the trees vanish into the fog, but it's an unapproachable boundary. It exists visually, but its not a physical space. I live for visual contradictions such as this.
Because of the need to prioritize, there are a few groups of birds, such as small and medium shorebirds, that I do not follow, so I am not that familiar with them. However, i seldom turn down a great chance opportunity for a photo.
I did not have the opportunity to see this bird walk or fly. It does not fit a Solitary Sandpiper in my guides perfectly but i concluded from the overall look and especially the tail that it is one.
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During my first visit to Canyonlands National Park, I completely overlooked the Shafer Canyon Viewpoint as a photo spot during planning, only realizing its significance once I was there. With many iconic sites and a full schedule, I couldn't include it on that trip. Therefore, during our December visit, I made it a point to prioritize it. While exploring, I identified three possible viewpoints: one directly across from the visitor center, which is the most popular and offers the best views; another at the Shafer Canyon Overlook trailhead, which shows the canyon and trail but with a less expansive view; and a third spot with a small pullout that provides an impressive view of the road. I reached this last viewpoint on the way back from a sunrise shoot and captured this image illuminated by the beautiful morning light on the canyon walls.
I´m sorry I haven´t written for a couple of days now, but I have been quite buzy. I started to empty the boathouse/shed...... we´re planning to renovate the inside and rebuild it to bathroom and toilet. We sat and talked about how much it is to do, and what to prioritize. Stella wanted a bathroom, and I don´t mind at all. And how nice it would be, not having to use that old ugly outhouse! In all other aspects, both Stella and me can live primitive as long it´s needed.
So now the electrician have been here and connected the house to a public line. Truly nice to have electrical light, though we like to read. And I have been preparing for connecting the house to the sewer system. The last few days I have been like a timberjack in action. Cutting down the bush we had..... well, it almost was like a jungle! Now it is ready for the hired machines, which hopefully comes tomorrow, to dig that ditch for the pipes connecting the sewer system.
So when Stella is back, we just have to start build our new bathroom! I just have to buy a toilet, the rest is recycled things found on this property..... So we have to keep hold on to our dream :)
Now..... good night world, new day tomorrow!
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Narrowleaf Cottonwood (Populus angustifolia), Quaking Aspen (Populus tremuloides), and Gambel Oak (Quercus gambelii) line the slopes above the Crystal River, near Marble, Colorado.
I have been too busy with cider orchestrations this autumn to make it out into the mountains to witness the golden-leaved glory that is Colorado in its richest color. It is a pity that apples ripen at the same time that leaves turn golden, and I will not prioritize the same way next year. In light of me rueing the trade-offs I have made, I wanted to resurrect one of the finest autumn afternoons our family has spent out in the hills in recent memory. We walked from Marble to the Crystal Mill and back, and the leaves were at peak color. Everywhere one turned the trees created a visual feast of golden hues.
It's about smack dab in the middle of autumn and some leaves are still hanging onto the trees amidst some sub-zero temperatures complimented by a fresh layer of snow as CP H08 moves east on the Havelock Sub with GP38-2 3129 in the lead. This was the earliest significant snowfall these parts of Ontario saw in around 55 years supposedly, and I jumped at the opportunity to head out and capture some shots, hoping to prioritize areas like the one above in Blackstock where it was evident that the fall was still in full swing.
Skaftafell glacier, also known as Svínafellsjökull, is a breathtaking natural wonder located in Skaftafell National Park in Iceland. It is a part of the larger Vatnajökull glacier, which is the largest ice cap in Europe. Skaftafell glacier is known for its stunning blue ice formations, crevasses, and ice caves, making it a popular destination for glacier hiking and ice climbing.
The beauty of Skaftafell glacier is truly awe-inspiring, with its shimmering blue ice contrasting against the surrounding black volcanic sand and mountains. It offers a surreal and otherworldly experience that will leave you with unforgettable memories. Just remember to always prioritize safety and respect the fragile nature of the glacier while exploring this incredible natural wonder.
The best viewpoints in Skaftafell National Park are through the Sjónarnípa trail. This moderate hiking trail takes you to a stunning viewpoint overlooking the vast glacial landscape and surrounding mountains.
As you hike along the trail, you'll be treated to breathtaking views of the Skaftafell area, including the Skaftafellsjökull glacier and the nearby mountains. The trail winds its way up to the top of Sjónarnípa, which translates to "Viewpoint Peak" in Icelandic. Once you reach the summit, you'll be rewarded with a panoramic view that stretches as far as the eye can see.
Canon EOS R5, RF24-70mm F2.8 L IS USM
ISO100, 24mm, f/16, 1/6s
Colorful architectural homes line the water at Rietplas in Houten, just outside Utrecht, their reflections stretched into near perfection by time itself.
Captured on a quiet summer day in July 2017, this scene is less about movement and more about patience.
With an exposure time of exactly 300 seconds, the surface of the water is transformed into a mirror, softening ripples, dissolving distractions, and allowing color and form to exist without urgency. The sky drifts slowly above, leaving faint traces of motion, while the houses stand calmly below — grounded, yet doubled.
Long exposure photography often reveals what the eye cannot see: not more detail, but more silence. Here, time is not frozen — it is gently stretched.
Technical details:
– Exposure: 300s (5 minutes)
– Aperture: f/11
– ISO: 100
– Focal length: 27mm
– Filter: Lee “The Super Stopper” (15 stops ND)
Fun facts: The Lee Super Stopper reduces light by 15 stops, turning bright daylight into long-exposure territory normally reserved for twilight or night.
A 300-second exposure smooths water so effectively that even light wind and small ripples disappear entirely.
Houten is known internationally for its human‑scaled urban planning, prioritizing pedestrians, cyclists, and visual harmony over cars.
Long exposures don’t just change how a place looks — they change how a place feels.
Rheas, like many other birds, cannot create suction to drink water as mammals do. Instead, they rely on gravity to help them swallow. When drinking, a rhea dips its beak into the water to scoop it up, then tilts its head back to let gravity carry the water down its throat. This method is not precise, so they spill a significant amount of water in the process. This behavior is common among large, flightless birds such as rheas, ostriches, and emus, whose anatomy prioritizes other functions over efficient drinking.
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In 2025 I saw this angle just outside of Emo, Ontario and knew I should prioritize it on another visit to the Fort Frances area. This visit was made more complicated by a derailment on the CN Sprague Subdivision mainline north of Warroad, Minnesota the previous morning (0500 - March 28, 2026) that snarled the movement of traffic on the busy route from Winnipeg to Fort Frances and then points south.
I was exploring the Cranberry Peatlands Interpretive Area nearby when I heard moving CN traffic from the west - a clear indication that trains were moving again through the derailment zone. That was my que to head to Emo and try my luck. After a while of waiting, the intermediate signal in Emo popped on clear for a westbound train. Some of the local cattle got curious about me while I was waiting and decided to make their presence known to my enjoyment just as this long-awaited westbound sand train takes the curve approaching Emo.
Obviously a cow pun was appropriate for the photo title.
"Puentes olvidados"
A finales del siglo XIX, España buscaba conectar con urgencia de la forma más rápida y directa sus dos grandes urbes: Madrid y Barcelona. El proyecto del tramo catalán contemplaba que los trenes bajaran desde Zaragoza por Caspe, cruzaran Reus y llegaran a Roda de Barà sin necesidad de pasar y maniobrar en la saturada estación de Tarragona.
Para poder sortear los desniveles del Camp de Tarragona y, en especial, el cauce del río Gaià a la altura del municipio de La Riera de Gaià, la ingeniería civil de la época diseñó un imponente puente de obra de piedra con diez arcos de medio punto. Tras meses de complejas obras, la estructura se inauguró oficialmente el 17 de julio de 1884 junto con el resto de la línea.
A partir de la segunda mitad del siglo XX, la suerte de esta sección de la línea Directa cambió. El Estado comenzó a modernizar y electrificar la red de vías que pasaba por la costa (San Vicente de Calders -Tarragona-Reus) y las rutas comerciales y de pasajeros se priorizaron a través del nudo de Tarragona, dejando este tramo Directo (Reus-Roda de Barà) como una vía secundaria de poco interés para Renfe.
El bajo interés sobre este tramo del ferrocarril Directo y sobre todo la falta de mantenimiento de esta sección hizo que se cerrara al tráfico de viajeros definitivamente en 1992.
Pese a que el tramo quedó abandonado, el viaducto ha resistido al paso del tiempo y a los expolios de metal como un testigo mudo de la era del vapor y de la revolución industrial en Cataluña.
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"Forgotten Bridges"
At the end of the 19th century, Spain urgently sought to connect its two largest cities, Madrid and Barcelona, in the fastest and most direct way possible. The project for the Catalan section planned for trains to travel down from Zaragoza through Caspe, cross Reus, and arrive at Roda de Barà without the need to pass through and maneuver in the congested Tarragona station.
To overcome the uneven terrain of the Camp de Tarragona and, in particular, the riverbed of the Gaià River near the municipality of La Riera de Gaià, civil engineering of the era designed an imposing stone bridge with ten semicircular arches. After months of complex construction, the structure was officially inaugurated on July 17, 1884, along with the rest of the line.
Starting in the second half of the 20th century, the fortune of this section of the Direct line shifted. The State began to modernize and electrify the coastal track network (Sant Vicenç de Calders - Tarragona - Reus). Consequently, commercial and passenger routes were prioritized through the Tarragona junction, leaving this Direct section (Reus - Roda de Barà) as a secondary track of little interest to the operators of that time (Renfe).
The low interest in this section of the Direct railway, combined above all with the lack of maintenance on this stretch, led to its definitive closure to passenger traffic in 1992.
Although the section was abandoned, the viaduct has withstood the passage of time and metal looting, standing as a silent witness to the steam era and the industrial revolution in Catalonia.
(Epthianura albifrons)
Western Treatment Plant - Werribee - VIC
Austrália
With this photo, I conclude my extensive series of one photo per species from our 30-day trip to Australia. We recorded 207 species, a disappointing number for a dedicated birdwatcher, but we are not birdwatchers and we didn’t photograph everything we saw. We prioritized good photographic opportunities, often spending a lot of time with a single species, rather than focusing on the number of sightings, which we didn’t even keep track of.
Even so, out of eagerness and caution—since we might not see the species again—we often photographed under much less-than-ideal conditions, resulting in a significant number of species recorded with low quality. Sorry fot that!
I also photographed a handful of additional species, but I don’t dare to show them, as the quality is so poor.
Additionally, I still have a folder with photos labeled as "Unknown," but even if I manage to identify them, the quality is once again disappointing, so they will most likely remain in that state.
I once again have to give a big thanks to our new Australian friends—Karen and Kevin in Werribee (Melbourne), John and Leoni in Mount Barker (Adelaide), and Stu and Colin in Brisbane—who helped us tremendously in obtaining these photos.
Without their help, we wouldn't have even seen many of these species, let alone photographed them. I hope to one day return the favor, but I think that's unlikely due to the distance. I will be eternally grateful and will try to help others who visit us.
We're already eager to return, but for now, I'll pick some of my favorite photos to complete the collection!
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All my photos are now organized into sets by the country where they were taken, by taxonomic order, by family, by species (often with just one photo for the rarer ones), and by the date they were taken.
So, you may find:
- All the photos for this trip Austrália (2024) (309)
- All the photos for this order PASSERIFORMES (3553)
- All the photos for this family Meliphagidae (Melifagídeos) (43)
- All the photos for this species Epthianura albifrons (2)
- All the photos taken this day 2024/11/02 (27)
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The Crimson-backed Tanager (Ramphocelus dimidiatus) photographed here was perched on a weathered stump at Hacienda Guadalajara in La Buitrera, Palmira, Valle del Cauca, Colombia. What immediately stood out was the intensity of the red plumage against the soft green background, a combination that creates strong subject separation even before depth of field comes into play. The pale blue bill adds a small but important color contrast that gives the portrait extra visual interest. I framed the bird to keep the perch as a grounding element while letting the background dissolve into a smooth, natural wash of color.
From a technical standpoint, this was a classic forest-edge setup: limited light, layered background, and a subject that doesn’t stay still for long. I prioritized a clean background and sharp eye focus, using a wide aperture to isolate the bird while maintaining enough depth to keep the bill and body sharp. Exposure was carefully controlled to preserve the detail in the red feathers, which can easily clip if pushed too far. For me, this kind of image is about balance—color, texture, and patience all working together in a single quiet moment.
©2026 Adam Rainoff Photographer
CN 149 throttles up out of Trenton after being told to wait on a VIA train with CN 2500 in the lead, as well as a SD75I & SD70M-2 trailing. The Canadian comfort cab that 2500 wears is my favourite style of widecab, a uniquely Canadian design that prioritized safety and comfort for the crews. I believe it looks good on every unit that got one and its always special when one is leading. Happy Canada day everybody!
Doug Harrop Photography • August 17, 1984
Mr. Harrop was a huge fan of UP's DDA40X "Centennial" locomotives. When 25 of them were removed from storage early in 1984, he prioritized photographing them as much as possible.
UP 6910 passed his home in Mountain Green on Aug. 17, 1984, and he gave chase. While the weather was dark and gray, he knew the double diesels wouldn't be around forever. This fine photo was taken in Echo Canyon under threatening skies.
History is grateful Doug was there to record the final months of service. 6910 was retired by UP on May 29, 1985, and scrapped at St. Louis Auto Shredding.
This morning I wanted to concentrate on smaller birds and test Sony's Eye AF changes. It works great! With the correct settings, it will prioritize the eye to be in focus instead of the closest point to the camera within the focus area.
1958 Chevrolet Apache Fleetside
The 1958 Chevy Apache Fleetside marked a major turning point in Chevrolet truck design, introducing dual headlights, the new “Apache” name, and the first-year Fleetside bed option. It sits at the crossroads of late‑1950s styling and the rise of small‑block V8 power, making it one of the most collectible Task Force–era trucks today.
First year for the “Apache” name, applied to Chevy’s light‑duty trucks.
First year for dual headlights, giving the truck a more modern, upscale look.
Debut of the Fleetside bed, featuring smooth, wide bedsides instead of the earlier Stepside design.
Chevy’s small‑block V8 had matured significantly by 1958:
Originally introduced in 1955, the engine grew from 265 cu in to 283 cu in by 1958.
Optional Rochester mechanical fuel injection made it one of the first production engines to reach 1 horsepower per cubic inch.
Inline‑six engines were also available for buyers prioritizing economy over power.
Rivulets of distant Quaking Aspen (Populus tremuloides) gather and flow into a greater current as they descend the northeast slopes of East Beckwith Mountain (12,441 ft; 3,792 m), Gunnison National Forest, Colorado. The wave of colour builds and crests into a tumbling wall as it overtakes the foreground copse.
Looking at this image, I feel that it is a pity that apples are ripe at the same time of year that leaves shed their pedestrian, functional garb and don their festive outer-wear. I have been fermenting and making cider for several years now, and the apple crop along the Front Range this year is like nothing I've ever seen. The quantity of fruit is profound, and I have discovered numerous varieties with extraordinary and intriguing colors and flavors. Unfortunately, collecting and processing all this fruit (600 lbs so far) is time consuming, and I have therefore not prioritized traveling to take in the seasonal show in the mountains.
Fortunately, it is easy to flick back in time via the computer and remember that last year brought so many beautiful moments, despite the fear and isolation brought on by the ongoing pandemic. One benefit that accrues when one absorbs time in the out-of-doors is that it becomes harder and harder to focus on internal travails, whatever they may be.
I hope the first days of autumn have treated everyone well!
First I've been essentially off Flickr for several months. Life has been busy but I have been out shooting when I can. I hope everyone is well and I hope to catch up with your work as time allows.
Went with a friend in early June just over the Georgia border into North Carolina to primarily target this warbler. We have some breeders at higher elevations in the north Georgia mountains but those populations get a fair amount of pressure from birders and photographers. I usually don't target warblers on territory that late in the season but wanted to try something different with this species. Those more familiar with my warbler photography know that when working on Spring breeding grounds I prioritize locations that are largely 'off-grid', meaning they are seldom visited by other birders or photographers. They also know my preference for composition which often includes something in bloom and preferably something found growing in the bird's territory. I've learned over the years that each warbler species has its own tendencies as to responsiveness to playback and I've also learned how complex playback can be....and of course I'm still learning! The goal is to minimize playback and have an interaction with the bird that minimizes any potential stress. To place a warbler on an intended perch where it in turn is comfortable enough to sing is usually my goal in Spring. It has been my experience that this species can be one of the most challenging species of all eastern warblers to accomplish that feat; that is to perch it on an exact intended perch with a smooth background and get singing shots.
Using refined techniques (timing in breeding cycle and playback call choices and process) for this species we worked with just one male and photographed him on the blooming Mountain Laurel as well as blooming Flame Azalea. As a bonus his presumed mate joined him briefly on the Flame Azalea. The call choices and process used built on that used in the upper peninsula of MI two Springs ago. For whatever reason it seems those birds in the northern part of the range are easier to work with earlier in the season than those in the more southern part of the range. Time will tell. With all things warbler as pertains to responsiveness there are definite tendencies but few if any absolutes.
In the southern part of its range Canada warbler is often found in areas where Black-throated Blue warblers breed. Canada warblers are very responsive to the playback techniques I've learned for that species when used soon after breeding ground arrival. What would be the results about a month to 6 weeks later using the same techniques? We tried several Canada warblers when we visited this North Carolina area in early June as my friend was interested in photographing that species too. The results were clear. For Canada warblers at least in the southern part of the range I will stick to the early arrivals when attempting spring breeding ground photography. This appears to be in stark contrast to the better timing for Black-throated Blue warblers in the southern part of their range.
There may be the assumption that any app with calls has what you need. When you spend as much time as I have in the field with warblers you will realize that no one app has the library of calls you would like to be available to you. That expanded library access has enabled me to close gaps in responsiveness for many warbler species which means better images and much less potential to stress the bird. The technique of "just turn on the call' is imho a rather primitive one but where I too started many years ago. That technique will often increase stress on the subject and yield more limited results as well. Boiled down using playback well for warbler photography is an interaction which requires careful observation of how the bird is or is not responding. If you are needing an app such as Merlin to locate your subject that is fine. However if you yourself can not hear the subject well and see how it is responding based on what you hear and also the visual than you will be limited in your results and probably increase the stress on your subjects as well.
For decades, like a ghost, she's been waiting for better times by watching from the window. But only little changes happen...
Despite all the progress in all sectors, the human being continues to disappoint and prioritize personal desires and follies, and for that, he inflicts suffering on others using violence, disrespect for life and personal freedom. Prioritizing the desire to have what he wants simply goes on eliminating supposed adversaries.
After two years of this terrible pandemic, all we want most is peace to assimilate the pain of so much loss and so much despair. Never, even in the worst of nightmares, would we be able to imagine an unjustifiable war that can reach unimaginable proportions.
Sorry friends, but I've been feeling a little depressed lately, a little disillusioned with where life is going. But I left in this photo small colored dots symbolizing the hope that something will change over the days...
This photo is a "fantasy" and was made (through simple Photoshop features) by combining a photo taken in Italy and a postcard from the early 20th century romantic series.
The lady in the photo just observes but keeps a certain sadness in her eyes.
Better seen when you zoom the photo. ;)
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I have missed the whole week of epic sunsets due to work, ran to the Shoreline Boathouse nearby once I see the beautiful cloud pattern without hesitation and what I experienced was a beautiful meditative evening of color show. The foreground is blurry since I was in a huge hurry to prioritize the calm water, but sometimes we win and sometimes we learn...
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An exploration of touch, texture, and the fluid boundary between humanity and nature. This piece focuses on the intersection of natural light and tactile sensation, prioritizing form and atmosphere over digital artifice.
Camera: Canon EOS 5D Mark II
Lens: 35mm Art
I never posted a landscape photo on my Photostream before, a part those few occasions where I used them as background for Lego or other collectibles photos.
I usually focus on storytelling using my collectibles and it always requires so much effort I don’t have a lot of time for other hobby activities and so I prioritize.
Over the years I took a very large amount of landscape photos. It is was the genre that saw me start photography years ago.
Browsing all the photos I took over the years would require a lot of time and “prioritization” strikes back.
However few days ago I managed to take this photo as I was trying to set up an outdoor scene for my Lego and action figures photos (it’s getting quite hot here and sometimes it’s not easy to set up the scenes for those photos) and I decided to share it with you :)
I won’t bother you with geographic details but if you are curious the location of this photo is near the Cinque Terre, a rather famous location in Liguria, Italy.
I hope you like this photo :)
As scientists and crew with NASA’s Operation IceBridge mission prepared for a research flight on Nov. 5, 2016, the weather in Punta Arenas, Chile, was cold, wet, and windy. But when they reached their survey site in West Antarctica, skies were clear and winds were calm—a perfect day for scientists to collect data over the Getz Ice Shelf.
IceBridge, now in its eighth year, continues to build a record of how ice is responding to changes in the polar environment. The Getz Ice Shelf in West Antarctica is one area that scientists try to examine each year. “Getz is an ice shelf that has been experiencing some of the highest basal melt rates of the Antarctic ice shelves,” said Nathan Kurtz, IceBridge project scientist and a sea ice researcher at NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center.
The image above shows a views of Getz as photographed on Nov. 5 from a NASA research airplane by Jeremy Harbeck, a sea ice scientist at NASA Goddard. The image shows ice in the process of calving from the front of the shelf, soon to become an iceberg.
Kurtz notes that the team has flown over the Getz Ice Shelf many times before. Flight paths are often exact repeats of those flown in previous years, which helps scientists understand how the height of the ice surface changes over time. This year, new flights over Getz were added to the existing observations. Scientists mapped the bathymetry (shape and depth of the seafloor) below the ice shelf, and they mapped the ice surface and bedrock upstream of the grounding line.
The flight over Getz is just one of a number of key areas flown during the IceBridge campaign. Each flight plan is prioritized in order of importance: baseline (the highest priority), high, medium, and low. The flight on Nov. 5 over Getz, for example, was categorized as “high” priority. Since the start of 2016 science flights on Oct.14, the team has flown six out of eight baseline missions, eight out of 15 high priority lines, and one medium and low priority mission each. Research flights for the season continue through Nov. 18.
“We are in pretty good shape so far, having flown so many missions due to a combination of favorable weather, no major airplane issues, and all instruments operating well,” Kurtz said. “We’re about four weeks into the campaign, and it’s possible we could tie the record of most flights flown with Operation IceBridge if things continue to go well.”
Image Credit: NASA/Jeremy Harbeck
“Roadiripophobia (r)
The fear of not having any road trips planned” -unknown.
Although we have been home for a month now, I do find myself getting itchy feet lately. . I shall have to be content with day trips for the winter. This is a scene from the Fundy Trail Parkway. While covering long distances on our road trips, there are times we just cannot not stop to take pictures. We need to prioritize. Consequently, I got better at taking pictures through our car windshield as the car is moving. I started an album to keep track of some the roads we have travelled over time. With a higher ISO to get the sharpness I needed and then some AI magic in editing, I got some decent results. This road was newly paved with lots of twists and turns. It was a dream to drive on.
Traction motors are screaming as THE North Bay, as we call it due to its most prioritized symbol, BNSF Train Z WSPNBY1 08U rips through Floyd with Engineer Chase Zumalt pulling the throttle down Main Track 1 of the BNSF Marceline Sub. This train is about the hottest one we run, and is a direct descendant of the famed Santa Fe 199, which ran between Chicago and Richmond, CA.
Locomotives: BNSF 6513, BNSF 7895, BNSF 8232, BNSF 3990
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I come back to the flood in Gdańsk in 2001 and the effects it had on railway in the area. From numerous pictures here (to which I don't link again today) you know, that the mainline from Gdańsk to Tczew was cut off by flood and the train were diverted from Gdynia to old Coal Trunk Line via Kościerzyna. The secondary line that suffered from downgrading several stations to usual passenger stops and capacity dropdown served then as the mainline.
The number of diverted train was so great, that usual regional passenger services had to be prioritized differently. They ran irregularly, some of them were even cancelled. The picture shows the example of balancing the rolling stock. Two regional trains were joint together and served as the one, 90147 from Kościerzyna to Gdynia Główna. The delays were so ennormous, I can't even be sure whether it was 90147 or any other one. This one just the closer in relation to the time. SU42-524 and SU42-523 haul four passenger wagons while departing from Rębiechowo passenger stop. July 10, 2001.
Photo by Jarek / Chester
Powracam do tematu powodzi w Gdańsku w 2001 roku i jej konsekwencji dla kolei w okolicy. Z wielu zdjęć tu zamieszczonych (jeśli nie widzieliście, to poszukajcie) wynika, że odcięcie powodzią linii z Gdańska do Tczewa spowodowało przerzucenie całego ruchu kolejowego na drugorzędną wówczas starą Magistralę Węglową. Linię, która w poprzednich latach została dotknięta likwidacją wielu stacji i której przepustowość spadła drastycznie do ok. jednego pociągu na 20 minut.
Pociągów przekierowanych na Magistralę Węglową było multum - praktycznie cały ruch pasażerski dalekobieżny, oprócz pociągów do Szczecina, które pojechały szerszym objazdem z Tczewa przez Chojnice do Szczecinka. W konsekwencji ucierpiał ruch regionalny - pociągi były koszmarnie poopóźniane, a wiele z nich poodwoływanych. Aby zachować obiegi składów, niektóre pociągi były łączone dla oszczędzenia przepustowości. I tak jest na fotografii: duet SU42-524 oraz SU42-523 z czterema wagonami (dwa składy regionalne) odjeżdża z Rębiechowa jako pociąg osobowy 90147 z Kościerzyny do Gdyni (ten numer był najbliżej rozkładem, ale nie mam pewności, czy to jechało jako ten). 10 lipca 2001 roku.
Fot. Jarek / Chester
Soft focus shot using a Soft filter.
I strive for a soft, dreamlike aesthetic in my photography. It's a style I know isn't for everyone, and I respect that. I was taught to prioritize sharp, clear images, and that's usually my approach. But sometimes, a subject seems to whisper for a gentler, more diffused look.
Spring has cast its spell, covering our newest residential region in a tapestry of lush greens and vibrant wildflowers. As the season unfolds, horses graze peacefully across expansive pastures, creating a picturesque scene straight from a horse lover's dream. 🐴
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In the heart of Copenhagen, a creative solution has been found to provide cyclists with a safe passage through the city centre. This makeshift tunnel, constructed from multiple shipping containers, offers a unique and functional route for riders. Equipped with cycle paths and lights inside, it's an innovative example of urban planning that prioritizes cyclist safety and convenience. As one navigates through this container corridor, they're reminded of Copenhagen's commitment to sustainable transportation and its reputation as one of the most bike-friendly cities in the world.
- Salvador Dali.
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Today's photo is one of the most iconic scenes of the Rocky Mountains of Colorado. This is the famous Crystal Mill which also goes by the name Old Mill and is an abandoned wooden power mill built in 1892. The mill is located on an outcrop over a waterfall on the Crystal River. As fall peaks, this mill provides visiting photographers with one of the most iconic scenes of America’s western mountains.
While this is a famous location and we visited during the popular fall season, due to the remoteness of the location we were actually the only people here for about 2 hours and on our way back we met another couple who were hiking to the mill. So, its safe to say that it's not a tourist haunt like the Maroon Bells. By the time we reached the mills, the sun was out in full force but thanks to the location being in a Canyon and this being Colorado, there was no shortage of clouds that came in to block out the sun so that I could make my long exposure shot of the waterfall.
Technically this was a challenging location to shoot as being an iconic location finding unique compositions I almost an impossible task. Another difficulty is caused by the fact that the owner of the property has installed fences to discourage people from taking shots by the edge of the cliffs making limiting many compositions. Then comes the need to prioritize the various aspects in the scene regarding lighting, generally fall colors look better under diffused lighting while waterfall look better in the shade and dark wooden structures don’t look good in shade. So, I had to wait for the correct lighting and manage the rest with my filters. As you can see even after my best efforts, the mill is still in its own shadows which were something that I could not avoid due to the time of the day. But I paid special attention not to overblow the waterfall and still get good light on the fall colors.
Follow the money. The size of the investment BNSF made in the 2020s to increase the capacity of the former Santa Fe double track CTC Needles Subdivision in California’s Mojave Desert is a good indicator of the value of today’s intermodal franchise to the company. West from Needles near the Colorado River (475 feet elevation), the railroad climbs a steady 1.4% grade for almost 30 miles through a pass in the Dead Mountains and around the north end of the Piute Mountains to the summit at Goffs (2580 feet elevation). Beginning in the 1980s, growing traffic resulting from globalization created long heavy intermodal trains that overwhelmed the existing infrastructure. All westbounds were limited to the progress that the slowest westbound train made climbing Goffs Hill. By 2023, BNSF completed a third mainline track from West Needles to East Goffs at a cost of $155 million.
Prior to 2023, the BNSF Dispatcher in Fort Worth would use the siding at Goffs just west of the summit to prioritize trains. The last few minutes of evening sun glints on a meet at East Goffs. An eastbound intermodal dims his headlight and holds for a westbound cresting Goffs Hill, then glides east and begins the long descent to Needles.
For a description of West Goffs see:flic.kr/p/2qYN23u
I first shot this scene two years ago during my first visit to the bayou but ever since then I wanted another visit and a chance to shoot the scene as a pano and with the early fall colors. I felt the late fall colors ghost trees of this scene had a little too much exposed branches and that early or peak colors would be better.
This time around, I prioritized shooting this scene and to make conditions ideal, we had heavy mist with the below-freezing temperatures. Compared to my previous visit, the water level was higher this time around. Less of the tree trunk bases were exposed but despite that the tree grouping and scene still rendered beautifully. As expected, the color change was in full swing, with an assortment of colored leaves ranging from greens to yellows to oranges and a few splashes of red.
The Selomangleng Cave site, is an ancient site during the era of King Erlangga, where in the past the Kahuripan kingdom was used as a hermitage of Dewi Kilisuci, because she did not want to prioritize worldly affairs, the location of Kediri, East Java, Indonesia.
This morning I wanted to concentrate on smaller birds and test Sony's Eye AF changes. It works great! With the correct settings, it will prioritize the eye to be in focus instead of the closest point to the camera within the focus area.
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Amsterdam is famous for its canals and cycling culture. It’s amazing how they prioritize biking, and there are so many bikes everywhere! The canals, a UNESCO Heritage site, reflect the city’s commercial history and are second only to Venice in number. The Anne Frank House reminds us of WWII’s horrors and why history must never repeat itself. Fun fact: there are more bikes than people in the city!