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Here is week 32's collage. The prompts were: something sticky, something drawn or written in pencil, a window or door, something that starts with a "J", chewing gum or cough drop wrapper and the bonus is a person or something that represents a person.
Needless to say, I did not use the prompt for something sticky. Moving right along...For something drawn or written in pencil, I found a scene of a woman looking out from her back porch. I also used a graphic I found online that was identified as being a pencil drawing. I doubt it is but it looks nice. On both graphics I added a sepia tone. I looked online and found the graphic of the lady standing on the letter "J". Whenever I think of cough drops, I think of the old brand, Smith Brothers Cough Drops. I preferred the cherry flavor over the licorice as a child. Now, I think I would prefer the licorice. For the bonus prompt I found a couple of old photos of persons. One is of a couple of school teachers and the other is a group photo of women. I tried to maintain a cohesion of color in all my elements. Also, as with almost all my collages, the overall theme is of a past time.
We were to make a border and choose the appropriate background music for our day. Last week, this song fit perfectly. There are many days this song fits perfectly.
Supplies used: various papers, magazine image, black permapaque marker & gel pens.
Prompt:
The image presents a surreal, otherworldly landscape dominated by a colossal, biomechanical, monstrous structure.
The monster: This forms a central archway and is the focal point. Its body is a dark, sinewy mass adorned with smooth, bulbous, and partially translucent blue orbs. The central head has a skull-like face with glowing orange eyes and sharp teeth, giving it a menacing look. A thick, blue fluid drips from its mouth. The entire structure seems organic and metallic at the same time.
The landscape: The foreground is a sandy desert with small, rocky formations and pools of clear, blue water. The ground has a layered texture, suggesting erosion or geological processes. In the background, tall, jagged rock formations rise, resembling spires or towers. They are darker and appear further away, creating a sense of depth.
The man: A lone man in a dark suit stands near the water's edge, facing the monstrous structure. His back is to the viewer, and he appears small and insignificant compared to the scale of the landscape and the creature. He holds a briefcase.
The sky: The sky is a bright blue with large, white, puffy clouds, creating a contrast with the desolate landscape.
The overall impression is one of awe, wonder, and perhaps a touch of fear or unease. The contrast between the seemingly peaceful sky and the strange, potentially hostile landscape, along with the man’s small stature facing the monstrous entity, creates a sense of mystery and raises questions about what is happening in the scene. It evokes themes of science fiction, fantasy, and perhaps even a touch of horror.
A few years ago I worked as a volunteer for Stichting Zwerfkatten (a foundation that cares for the stray-cats that live in Rotterdam).
This is Sylvester. This little baby lived with his mom and sister in the streets of Rotterdam. Luckily the Foundation was able to take care of them.
In one sentence, describe today. Hidden in this page full of line design I wrote..."Today I am so thankful."
PROMPT - DALL-E
A detailed digital drawing of a character inspired by the steampunk style, exuding an otherworldly and intellectual presence. The character should have a complex hairstyle adorned with natural elements, gears, and ephemeral designs. The attire is intricate, featuring ruffled collars and a blend of organic and mechanical details, indicative of a Baroque-meets-steampunk aesthetic. The backdrop includes a subdued collage of abstract scientific diagrams and sketches, offering depth and fascination. The color palette is restrained, with soft sepia and earthy hues, to enhance the vintage and fantasy-inspired atmosphere of the artwork.
Writing Prompt Journal made with lots of Vintage Ephemera - each having a writing prompt for creative inspiration.
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Another day of searching for inspiration. The Thunder Moon over the water was impressive but didn't manage to transfer the beauty.
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Gaiety Theatre, Douglas, Isle of Man
The Gaiety Theatre and Opera House is a theatre in Douglas, Isle of Man which together with the Villa Marina forms the VillaGaiety complex. The Gaiety is situated on Douglas promenade, overlooking the sea and adjacent to the Villa Gardens, Arcade and Butts.
Built in 1899 to the designs of architect Frank Matcham as an opera house and theatre, the Gaiety, along with the nearby Villa Marina, stands on the site of a lodge occupied in the early 19th century by Castle Mona architect and Atholl family retainer George Steuart, and then later bought by benefactor Henry Bloom Noble and donated for recreational use. [Wikipedia]
Today's photo prompt word is 'fat'. So I chose the fattest book in the house. It's the old family bible that my nanny asked us to look after when they moved to Spain.The date inside is January 25th 1880. It's written on a note by my great great great grandfather. It's usually kept wrapped up in a cupboard because it's so old!
I would say that the main attraction in Bangkok has to be the spectacular Grand Palace, it is a complex of buildings at the heart of Phra Nakhon district, Bangkok. The palace has been the official residence of the Kings of Siam ( and later Thailand ) since 1782. The king, his court and his royal government were based on the grounds of the palace until 1925. Construction of the palace began on 6th May 1782, by the order of King Buddha Yodfa Chulaloke ( Rama I ), the founder of the Chakri Dynasty, when he moved the capital city from Thonburi to Bangkok. This area however was already occupied by Chinese merchants who he promptly asked to relocate to the present day China Town also known as Yaowarat area.
Having been here four times now, the novelty has worn off for me. But that does not deter from the sheer beauty of this attraction. This is the Place to visit, so be prepared for many crowds, due to its popularity many first time visitors to Thailand make this their first port of call. The present King Bhumibol Adulyadej and his Queen Sirikit along with his family still use this for many events in their busy calendar.
Unfortunately because this is the main attraction in Bangkok, sadly you will find the greatest number of con men and scammers or touts. They will try everything to part you from your money, from saying the palace is closed, to saying your dress code is all wrong. Royal Thai Army soldiers, from the 1st Infantry Regiment, King's Own Bodyguard guard the Palace, simply go to the main gate and ask them. They will soon inform you whether you can enter or not. The dress code problem can be easily solved by crossing the road and hiring what you need to cover up Tattoos or bare arms etc. There are several shops catering for the hiring out of clothes to gain access to the Grand Palace. You will find the dress code for Temples is rigidly applied here. The reason they use the Grand Palace is closed con is that they hope to coerce you into buying a river trip and some other trip around Bangkok to buy items that they get paid commission on.
Visitors are requested to be dressed properly and appropriately on entering the grounds of the Grand Palace. These are the guide lines for attire within this Palace.
Shorts, mini skirts, short skirts, tight fitting trousers, as well as tights cannot be worn as outer garments.
See through shirts and blouses, as well as culottes or quarter length trousers cannot be worn.
Sleeveless shirts or vests cannot be worn as outer garments.
Sandals (without ankle or heel straps) cannot be worn.
All shirt sleeves, whether long or short, cannot be rolled up.
Sweat shirts and sweat pants, wind-cheaters cannot be worn.
Phone: 02-623-5500 Ext. 1124, 3100 Open everyday from 8.30 a.m. to 16.30 p.m. Tickets sold until 15.30 p.m.
ADMISSION FEES:
Ticket costs 400 Baht each ( for Foreign Visitors ~ free for Thai residents ) and consists of three main parts :
1) The yellow part is for the Grand Palace and is valid only on the day of purchase. ( A guide book will be given to each visitor at the entrance to the temple.)
2) The blue part is for the Vimanmek Mansion Museum ( The world's largest golden teakwood mansion ) This part of the ticket is valid for seven days from the day of purchase. The Vimanmek Mansion Museum is located at Suan Phuttan Garden on Ratchawithi Road in the Dusit District of Bangkok, and may be reached by bus number 70, departing from outside the Grand Palace, or by taxi.
(Note : Entry to Vimanmek Museum will not be permitted without the blue part of the ticket, which may also be purchased separately, on a daily basis, at the museum for 100 Baht.)
3) The white ticket is for The Royal Thai Decoration and Coin Pavilion, which is on the right hand side before the entrance to the temple.
Construction began in 1782, at first the palace consisted of several wooden buildings surrounded on four sides with a high defensive wall of 1,900 metres in length, which encloses an area of 218,400 square metres. Soon the King ordered the building of the Temple of the Emerald Buddha; as the Monarch’s personal place of worship and royal temple. Once the palace was complete the King decided to undergo a coronation ceremony to celebrate in 1785.
The layout of the Grand Palace follows closely to that of the old palace in Ayutthaya. The Palace is rectangular shaped, with the western side next to a river and the royal temple situated to the east side, with all structures facing north. The palace itself is divided into three quarters: the outer quarters, the middle quarters and the inner quarters. Also in this Temple you will see a large model replica of the old Royal City at Ankor Wat in Cambodia.
The Galleries are some of the first exhibits you will see entering this complex of incredible buildings. These portray scenes from the Ramakien, first painted during the reign of King Rama 1. They have been restored several times over the years to maintain their condition and looks. The first scene of the story begins at the east gate opposite the Phra Wiharn Yod. The significant scenes from this story appear next to the gate leading to the Royal Palace.
Descirbe a person you love or admire. Try to use as many different fonts as you can while listing their traits.
In 1935, while its F3F biplane fighter was in the initial stages of testing, Grumman Aircraft Engineering Corporation began work on a prototype, engaging in a competition with Brewster Aeronautical Corporation to provide the Navy's next carrier-based fighter. While Grumman proceeded with another biplane, designated the XF4F-1, Brewster engineers drafted plans for a monoplane, its expected performance clearly outclassing the biplane on Grumman drawing boards and prompting a reengineering of the XF4F-1 as a monoplane. Still incorporating the barrel-like fuselage of previous Grumman fighters, the XF4F-2 was a mid-wing design that boasted a top speed of 290 M.P.H. While the Navy chose to procure the Brewster, which was designated the F2A Buffalo, the sea service left the door open for Grumman to continue to develop the XF4F-2. The result was the XF4F-3, which incorporated the more powerful engine and revised control surfaces. Though heavier than the XF4F-2, the modified fighter could reach a top speed of 335 M.P.H. and, speed being life in air-to-air combat, the Navy ordered 54 production versions of the aircraft in August 1939. The following month, Germany invaded Poland, opening a world war in which the new fighter, nicknamed the Wildcat, was destined to play a prominent part.
Initially delivered to Fighting Squadrons (VF) 4 and 7, in December 1940, the first examples off the assembly line having been delivered to Great Britain, where they served as Martlets, by the time the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor the Navy and Marine Corps operated 248 F4F-3 Wildcats. Design features of note included the fact that these first F4F-3s lacked folding wings, which was remedied in later versions to allow for easier storage in the limited space of an aircraft carrier. In addition, all Wildcats featured landing gear that had to be manually cranked up by the pilot using a handle near his right shin. It took thirty-plus turns of the crank to complete the task, a new Wildcat pilot instantly recognizable in the air a few minutes after take-off by the fact that the airplane proceeded to go up and down quickly, the result of the left hand holding the stick inadvertently going forward and back along with the pilot's right hand as he turned the landing gear handle.
Naval aviation's front line fighter aircraft when the United States entered World War II, the F4F Wildcat contrasted sharply with its primary adversary in the Pacific, the vaunted Japanese Zero. While the former possessed unmatched maneuverability, rate of climb, speed and range, the F4F's strength rested in its ruggedness and firepower. These elements, combined with tactics of mutual defense-most notably the "Thach Weave" developed by Lieutenant Commander John S. Thach- and slashing diving attacks against the Japanese fighter, enabled Wildcat pilots to more than hold their own against their counterparts in the vicious air battles at Coral Sea, Midway, and Guadalcanal during 1942. The Wildcat had its greatest impact in the Pacific, but also served in the European Theater, including support of the landings in North Africa and operations from escort carriers in the continuing battle against German U-boats.
Though Grumman-built Wildcats disappeared from the scene in 1943, the Eastern Aircraft Division of General Motors continued production of the design under subcontract. Boasting a more powerful Wright R-1820-56 Cyclone engine and a taller tail, the General Motors built Wildcats carried the designation FM-1/2 and operated primarily from escort carriers. Though employed in the close air support role in the Pacific, FM Wildcats faced down enemy surface ships during the Battle of Leyte Gulf, their pilots heroically making repeated strafing runs against battleships and heavy cruisers in an attempt to draw fire away from American escort carriers during the landmark engagement. All told, sixty-one pilots became aces while flying the Wildcat, which achieved a 6.9:1 kill to loss ratio in air-to-air combat during World War II. In addition, of the nineteen naval aviators who received the Medal of Honor during World War II, eight were F4F pilots.
The inauguration of the National Museum of Naval Aviation's underwater aircraft recovery program in Lake Michigan during the early-1990s yielded a number of rare examples of Wildcats, which had crashed in the lakes waters during carrier qualification on board the training carriers Wolverine (IX 64) and Sable (IX 81). These underwater birds represent the bulk of the fourteen F4F/FM Wildcats owned by the museum.
Manufacturer: Grumman Aircraft Engineering Corporation
Dimensions: Length: 28 ft. 9 in.; Height: 9 ft., 2 in.; Wingspan: 38 ft.
Weights: Empty: 5,342 lb.; Gross Weight: 8,152 lb.
Power Plant: One Pratt & Whitney 1,200 horsepower R-1830-76, -86 engine
Performance: Maximum Speed: 328 M.P.H at 21,000 ft.; Service Ceiling: 37,500 ft.; Range: 845 miles
Armament: Four fixed forward-firing .50-in. guns and two 100 lb. bombs
Crew: Pilot
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My favourite machine in the kitchen!
I've started making my own smoothies and milkshakes now. My favourite is banana, soya milk, banana sorbet and a tiny bit of caster sugar. It's really yummy!