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This sign is provocatively located on Queen Street West, Toronto, across from CAMH, the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health. I'm not sure it was actually related to Nuit Blanche. Dare I make the call?
Walking past this paperbark, the lorikeets and a very defensive mudlark took to the air.
I took a couple of really quick snaps with my phone and left them to it.
Snowy Weekend in England -
Much of England experienced a touch of snow this weekend. Starting from midnight, heavy snowfall caused airport runways to close and prompted several warnings. While many woke up to snow-covered landscapes, others reported heavy rain, and some even enjoyed clear skies. Despite the weather, it was confirmed that the Premier League match between Liverpool and Manchester United would proceed, though many matches in other leagues were postponed.
In my local area of Leicestershire, the morning brought thick fog and around 7-8 cm of snow covering everything. Having packed my camera bag the night before, I quickly had breakfast, cleared the snow off my car, and headed to Bradgate Park! However, upon arrival, I was met with an unexpected light sleet, and the melting snow hinted at insufficient cold to keep it frozen.
Still, I managed to capture a few shots! Two wide-angle photos showcase Bradgate Park and the River Lin partially covered in snow. My favorite little bird, the robin (or redbreast), saved the day with its generous poses. I hope the close-up shots of this curious bird, gazing at me with its black, inquisitive eyes while perched on the snow, catch your interest.
Wishing you all a lovely Sunday evening!
Robins and Winter Conditions
Robins (Erithacus rubecula), commonly found across Europe, are resilient birds but face significant challenges during winter, especially in snowy conditions. Here are some key points:
Struggle to Find Food:
Robins primarily feed on insects, worms, and berries, often foraged from the ground. Snow-covered landscapes limit their access to these essential food sources, making survival more difficult.
Increased Energy Needs:
Cold temperatures demand more energy to maintain body heat. If robins cannot meet this energy requirement, their chances of survival drop significantly.
Human Support:
People can aid robins by placing seeds, oats, berries, and dried fruits in bird feeders during the winter months. Providing fresh water is equally vital, as natural water sources may freeze.
Connection to Snow:
Robins become more visible against snowy backdrops due to their vibrant red breast, making them a favorite subject for photographers.
These challenges highlight the delicate balance of winter ecosystems and the need to support wildlife during harsh conditions.
I've captured some unforgettable moments with my camera, and I hope you feel the same joy viewing these images as I did while shooting them.
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Lens - hand held or Monopod and definitely SPORT VR on. Aperture is f5.6 and full length. All my images have been converted from RAW to JPEG.
I started using Nikon Cross-Body Strap or Monopod on long walks. Here is my Carbon Monopod details : Gitzo GM2542 Series 2 4S Carbon Monopod - Really Right Stuff MH-01 Monopod Head with Standard Lever - Really Right Stuff LCF-11 Replacement Foot for Nikon AF-S 500mm /5.6E PF Lense -
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Quick photosession somewhere along the west coast. Thanks to David Bush for setting up the whole shoot!
SMART DMU set 101 and 102 depart Cotati for a quick trip to Golf Course Drive in Rohnert Park. This was the first trip for SMART with passengers aboard. Aboard were staff from SMART and their families, along with members of the board, and a news crew from KGO TV.
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For those of you who were curious about the skin tones of the Goddess Fashionistas, here's a quick pic.
I used an older Nikki body on Ice Cream Romper, SIS BabyPhat Grace's body on Red Ruffles and SIS BabyPhat Chandra's body for the original girl.
like always when I make pictures. quick and dirty, afterwards I had to refire the bbq, cause it took so long. On the other side of the lake there is Russia. very glad to be there. enjoy
Quick grab and go prime focus shot of the Moon, was -2 in our back garden, so we didn't hang about!
Canon 600D attached to Maksutov 127mm telescope
The selfie stick, product of the year. Sure, it was around last year, but it really became ubiquitous in 2015.
Everybody on this shelf is looking super fierce!!
Just some quick shelf shots from last week. (Hope these work and actually post!)
I can’t get my Flickr feed to load so I’m taking it as a sign to stay off the internet this morning and keep cleaning my studio!
This is very heavily cropped, but I loved that I managed to get a shot of the House Martin, these guys are so so quick that I had the camera zoomed in on the nest and then kept my eyes on the sky to see them coming towards it, as soon as I spotted one, I just kept my finger on the shutter button hoping that I'd get at least one shot in focus.
I think the Canon 60D does 5 frames to the second, in the next frame, the bird was gone again!!
Hope you all have a great Saturday :)
thanks for your visits and the great comments :)