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do you remember the sensation as it trickled over your tongue and gurgled down your throat? Was it not a luxury?
John Bartholomew Gough, English-born U.S. temperance orator (1817–1886)
Dillon Pinaccles, West Elk Breccia at Blue Mesa reservoir, Gunnison River, Colorado
Blue Mesa Reservoir is Colorado’s largest body of water. Created by Blue Mesa Dam, Blue Mesa Reservoir is 20 miles (32 km) long, has 96 miles (154 km) of shoreline, and is the largest Lake Trout and Kokanee salmon fishery in the United States. Blue Mesa Dam was completed in 1965, becoming the first large dam built along the Gunnison River.
A large stratovolcano and other vents ejected material that accumulated over what is now the southern West Elk Mountains. Most of these volcanic rocks are included in the West Elk Breccia Formation, a heterogeneous collection of volcanic materials including extensive mudflow deposits. West Elk Breccia is in places over 3,500 feet (1,100 m) thick.
On top of the West Elk Breccia, volcanic ash was deposited through repeated eruptions in the San Juan volcanic field to the south. Most of the ash was deposited 26 to 27 million years ago. The resulting rock, tuff, is relatively soft, but the ash landing toward the southern edge of the West Elk volcanic field was hot enough to fuse into harder welded tuff. These welded tuffs are more resistant to weathering than the underlying breccia and today they cap multiple south-sloping mesas in the southern West Elk Mountains.
This landscape view looking west from the top of Torre Grossa is my second trial to visualize the dynamic sun regions sliding over the landscape, illuminated between the clouds. Clouds stain the underlying landscape somewhat darker. Landscape contrast should be low. My whole intention is that by looking at this image, the observer can imagine this slow dynamic illumination happening-while-you-look.
In my own evaluation, this second photo with an about ninety degrees shift of direction, hence a different part of the landscape plus more space for the clouds, succeeds better in providing this movie-like visual illusion than the previous (south direction) shot. It is up to the viewer to agree or not.
01-April-2023: as in a joke on the first day of April, I found myself far from my car, still not so far, but progressively moving away, so much so that I was already wondering if I hadn't forgotten something in my (car) prosthesis, given that, in recent years, it has became my second home...
Leaving the black pine wood, you come across mount Veli Vrh, i.e. the first peak, from the west, of the southeast spine of this Kvarner island, made up of 4 main peaks with a secondary, more detached (and unnamed...) close to the Baška furrow, seen in the previous photo, all over 500m above sea level, therefore on the (low) mountain belt according to geographical "laws": 0-200m a.s.l. coasts and plains, 200-500m hill belt, over 500m mountain one.
This relief is the most frequented, both because it is the first with an excellent view towards the heart of the island, and because it is "easily" reachable from the underlying most populous area of the island made up of the capital Krk City and Punat with its vast marina.
Looking for transparent air, therefore rather dry and cold at high altitudes, with solar heating in the afternoon, you "risk" a certain instability, which I like and plays into the photogenic nature of my main passion.
Especially if there is a further nucleus of cold air at high altitudes approaching in the evening.
Here you can choose whether to go directly uphill on Veli Vrh and then take the ridge to reach the highest peak of the island, Obzova (569m a.s.l.; the 3rd of the main range) or choose a less scenic but more varied path which runs north of the ridge mentioned, and climbs more slowly and progressively up to said peak; of course I chose the second one...but also because I've already been on Veli Vrh in my youth.
A perfect day for my weather-photographic purposes, but also a great lunar landscape, certainly valid for my first steps on country land, like a child learning to walk...
An ancient silo, old Ford pickup and a long unused windmill keep a lovely well-preserved barn company on a delicious Minnesota summer day. As an old person, I can’t simply look at this photo but instead I find myself transported into it and a time it represents.
There was a number of decades last century when rural America was coming alive with a transition from rudimentary physical labor to a more promising future through technology that held hopes of easier and more prosperous living for farmers and their offspring.
For those of us growing up in the decades on either side of mid-century, there were experiences of a lifetime to live, like taking our first airplane trip, watching our first black and white TV followed a number of years later by watching our first color TV program. We were happy with the quality even though years later we would be horrified if we had to watch fuzzy programs.
Our country was creating at a rapid rate some of the world’s most marvelous buildings, machines and 8-cylinder cars that whizzed down two lane highways at speeds exceeding 55 mph. NASA was reaching for the moon even as our military was considered the most powerful on earth.
But underlying the external progress, farmers were slowly undergoing changes as well, changes that turned our Norman Rockwell farms into ever expanding soil factories intent on wringing out every dollar the land could produce. Along with that pursuit, we began to see changes happening to farm families through the loss of farm youth to jobs and careers in our burgeoning cities.
Americana turned into a memory.
(Photographed near Annandale, MN)
September brought my first opportunity to spot the industry's new "marmite", albeit in a slightly toned-down fashion onboard this former Etihad A330-200. Personally I like the scheme's underlying evocations of Condor's touristic destinations but this seems not to be a widely-shared opinion - we can however all agree that the scheme is something bold and out of the ordinary!
Deze foto is gemaakt in Katwijk.
De wereld op z'n kop gezien door een Lensball.
Met een lensball kun je creatieve effecten creëren doordat het achterliggende beeld op de bol 180 graden gedraaid zichtbaar is.
Zoals je ziet, kun je meer van de omgeving in de lensball zien dan op de rest van de foto.
This photo was taken in Katwijk.
Seen the world upside down by a Lensball.
With a lens ball you can create creative effects because the underlying image on the sphere is rotated 180 degrees.
As you can see, you can see more of the environment in the lensball than in the rest of the photo.
Exploring Gelsenkirchen #1
Dear Flickr-Friends
I haven't been uploading for a while. The reason was that I was intensely working on a new series. Now I am going to continue the Ruhrgebiet Series.
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If you are interested in the underlying concept of this series please read the description of the album.
I think my favourite place to look at ice formations is at the peat bog that I visit often, just a short walk from my home. It's beautiful to see, not only the crystalline formations of the ice, but also the underlying, often very colourful vegetation, like this sphagnum moss and the reddish stems of cotton grass.
Morito común, Parque Nacional Las Tablas de Daimiel, Villarrubia de los Ojos, Ciudad Real, Castilla-La Mancha, España.
El parque nacional de las Tablas de Daimiel es un espacio natural protegido español que protege el humedal homónimo. Se encuentra situado en los términos municipales de Daimiel y Villarrubia de los Ojos, en la provincia de Ciudad Real, comunidad autónoma de Castilla-La Mancha. Es además una zona de especial protección para las aves (ZEPA) y parte de la Reserva de la Biosfera La Mancha Húmeda. Con 192 025 visitantes anualmente (2015), las Tablas de Daimiel es el decimotercer parque nacional más visitado de España.
Las Tablas son uno de los últimos representantes de un ecosistema denominado tablas fluviales que se forman al desbordarse los ríos en sus tramos medios, favorecidos por fenómenos de semiendorreísmo y la escasez de pendientes. El humedal se forma en la confluencia del río Guadiana y su afluente Cigüela y es uno de los ecosistemas acuáticos más importantes de la península ibérica por la variedad y calidad de la fauna y flora que habitan en ella, así como por aquellas aves que la emplean en los pasos migratorios. Las Tablas sirve de refugio a más de 2.000 especies (plantas, aves, insectos, peces, réptiles... ).
Las Tablas son el último representante de un ecosistema denominado tablas fluviales que se forman por los desbordamientos de los ríos en sus tramos medios, favorecidos por fenómenos de semiendorreísmo y por la escasez de pendientes.
El parque cuenta con unos humedales formados a partir de la confluencia del río Guadiana y su afluente Gigüela y es uno de los ecosistemas acuáticos más importantes de España debido a la fauna y flora que habitan en ella. También es importante por el gran número de aves migratorias que pasan por la zona como los ánades y los ánsares.
Las Tablas de Daimiel pueden considerarse, dentro de una clasificación hidrológica-estructural de los humedales, como un "hidrohumedal de recarga"; en teoría, con disposición plurianual de agua superficial, que recarga constantemente el acuífero infrayacente. Aunque en los tiempos actuales, a veces se asemeja más a un "higrohumedal", de recarga temporal.
Las Tablas de Daimiel están formadas por las aguas de dos ríos de diferente naturaleza, lo que las convierte en un ecosistema privilegiado: el agua del río Gigüela que procede de los páramos de Cabrejas en la serranía conquense aporta aguas salobres, mientras que el río Guadiana aporta aguas dulces que surgen de sus ojos aproximadamente a unos 15 km al norte del parque nacional, en el término municipal de Villarrubia de los Ojos.
The Tablas de Daimiel National Park is a protected natural area in Spain that protects the wetland of the same name. It is located in the municipalities of Daimiel and Villarrubia de los Ojos, in the province of Ciudad Real, autonomous community of Castilla-La Mancha. It is also a special protection area for birds (ZEPA) and part of the La Mancha Húmeda Biosphere Reserve. With 192,025 visitors annually (2015), the Tablas de Daimiel is the thirteenth most visited national park in Spain.
The Tablas are one of the last representatives of an ecosystem called river tables that are formed when rivers overflow in their middle sections, favoured by semi-endorrheism phenomena and the lack of slopes. The wetland is formed at the confluence of the Guadiana River and its tributary Cigüela and is one of the most important aquatic ecosystems in the Iberian Peninsula due to the variety and quality of the fauna and flora that inhabit it, as well as the birds that use it for migratory passages. Las Tablas serves as a refuge for more than 2,000 species (plants, birds, insects, fish, reptiles...).
Las Tablas is the last representative of an ecosystem called river tables, which are formed by the overflow of rivers in their middle sections, favoured by semi-endorheism phenomena and by the lack of slopes.
The park has wetlands formed from the confluence of the Guadiana River and its tributary Gigüela and is one of the most important aquatic ecosystems in Spain due to the fauna and flora that inhabit it. It is also important because of the large number of migratory birds that pass through the area, such as ducks and geese.
The Tablas de Daimiel can be considered, within a hydrological-structural classification of wetlands, as a "recharge hydro-wetland"; in theory, with a multi-year supply of surface water, which constantly recharges the underlying aquifer. Although in current times, it is sometimes more similar to a "hygro-wetland", with temporary recharge.
The Tablas de Daimiel are formed by the waters of two rivers of different nature, which makes them a privileged ecosystem: the water of the Gigüela river that comes from the Cabrejas moors in the Cuenca mountain range provides brackish water, while the Guadiana river provides fresh water that emerges from its springs approximately 15 km north of the national park, in the municipality of Villarrubia de los Ojos.
We're firmly in December's grip here in northern Ohio. The vivd colors of mid-Autumn have yielded to muted earth tones and an overall desaturation of the landscape. The effect is dramatized by bare trees and dead plant life. But the worst of it is the feeling of omnipresent darkness as the winter solstice approaches. Even the midday sun does little to brighten the mind this time of year. It hangs absurdly low in the sky, and creates more glare and shadow than it does warmth and iight. But it is overcast days when the gloom seems to settle over you like a sickness. The grayness sucks away shadow, depth and contrast. And that's when the landscape feels particularly featureless. Some days it's a real struggle to overcome the tendency seek the shelter and comfort of home. I venture out like a dark tourist to experience the depths of the season. It's one of those times when photography feels almost incidental to the seasonal melancholy. Even when the desire to take photos was the underlying motivation. Circumstances sometimes overwhelm my intentions. I'm at my best when there is some congruence between the two. The result is a tangible sense of desperation in the visuals that I capture.
Exploring Essen #100
If you are interested in the underlying concept of this series please read the description of the album.
The kofia is a brimless cylindrical cap with a flat crown, worn by men in East Africa, especially Swahili-speaking cultures. Kofia is a Swahili word that means hat.
Stone Town also known as Mji Mkongwe (Swahili for "old town") is the old part of Zanzibar City, the main city of Zanzibar, in Tanzania. Stone Town is a city of prominent historical and artistic importance in East Africa. Its architecture, mostly dating back to the 19th century, reflects the diverse influences underlying the Swahili culture, with the East African culture being preeminent, there is a unique mixture of Arab, Persian, Indian and European elements. For this reason, the town was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2000.
Monsal Dale is a valley in the Peak District of Derbyshire in England. In geological history this area of Derbyshire was long ago under water, and is formed from a subsequent uplift of resultant sedimentary deposits, known as the Derbyshire Dome. Overlying sandstones and shales have been eroded away, exposing the underlying limestone which forms the basis of the area today, which is consequently known as the White Peak. Monsal Dale is a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), a Special Area of Conservation (SAC) (1) and part of a Europe wide network called Natura 2000.
My thoughts about soft focus and out of focus...
There’s soft focus and out of focus… The differences between the two are apparent… Soft focus can live within any shot… especially if you’re shooting moving objects… i.e. animals, people, cars etc. The key question is: does the soft focus enhance or detract?
Since shots are all subjective to the shooter… it should be a process of “Should I show this shot?”… soft focus images should have levels of clarity within the shot, if not, then it’s just out of focus… yes the wings and most of the gull shows movement… but the head, beak and eye are for the most part clearly defined… as well as the underlying canvass which is the water…
It’s always a struggle to post these shots… but if you know my work… all shots are just not about sharpness… shots that you post should be about “YOU” your vision, your heart…
TIO...
just my perspective... :))
Tampuans are known to be animists. This small shrine is supposed to be a Tampuan version of spirit house. Spirit houses are small shrines found all over Southeast Asia.
Its geometric decoration clearly shows they are culturally different from Khmers and Vietnamese but the underlying idea seems to be common to them, which is to build a shrine for a spirit in expectation for protection from evils and misfortunes.
The car above is claimed to be 1 of 6 like models left in the world today. When I first approached it at the show I thought it was a very nicely appointed 1936 Ford, and was quite surprised to see that it was a Chrysler, and a very nice one at that. The car originally had been found in a junk yard, and was destined to be crushed as scrap. Thankfully, the owner recognized the beauty of this car and knew that it was worth saving, and what a beautiful concours job of that he did!
A little more on the car for those who might be interesting in knowing more about the 1935
Chrysler Airstream:
Unveiling the Charm of the 1935 Chrysler Airstream Deluxe Series CZ
Stepping into the limelight with an aura of sophistication, the 1935 Chrysler Airstream Deluxe Series CZ was a testament to automotive elegance and innovation. Born from the ambitious vision of Walter P. Chrysler, this vehicle emerged during an era when the world was grappling with economic recovery and technological advancement. The Airstream Deluxe Series CZ not only reflected the resilience of its time but also set a new benchmark in automotive design and luxury.
Design and Innovation: A Harmony of Form and Function
The exterior of the 1935 Chrysler Airstream Deluxe Series CZ was a symphony of sleek lines and aerodynamic contours, a stark contrast to the boxy shapes that preceded it. Its gleaming chrome grille and teardrop headlamps exuded grace, while the sweeping fenders hinted at its underlying vigor. Inside, passengers were cradled in opulence with plush seating surfaces and rich wood grain accents that spoke volumes of the era's craftsmanship.
Technologically, the Airstream Deluxe stood out with features such as hydraulic brakes and an advanced independent front suspension system, which were cutting-edge for its time. Color options ranged from stately blacks to vibrant blues, with deep maroons being particularly popular among discerning buyers. The vehicle was available in multiple body styles, including sedans, coupes, and convertibles; however, it was the sedans that captured the hearts of many for their balanced blend of practicality and panache.
Historical Significance: Shaping Automotive Destiny
The 1935 Chrysler Airstream Deluxe Series CZ carved a niche for itself by offering a combination of affordability, luxury, and performance that was unparalleled at the time. It bridged the gap between high-end luxury cars and the more utilitarian models on the market, influencing future generations of vehicles in both aesthetics and functionality.
Performance and Handling: The Thrill of Elegance
Underneath its polished exterior lay a robust inline-six engine that propelled the Airstream Deluxe to impressive speeds for its era. While exact figures vary, it could reach top speeds that made it a contender on both city streets and country roads. The car's handling was equally commendable; its advanced suspension system absorbed imperfections in the road surface, providing a smooth ride that was both comfortable and responsive.
Driving this classic was akin to conducting an orchestra; each movement was met with precision while the engine's hum served as a constant reminder of Chrysler's mechanical prowess.
Ownership Experience: Beyond Transportation
Owners of the 1935 Chrysler Airstream Deluxe Series CZ often found themselves at a crossroads between driving daily and reserving their prized possession for special occasions or exhibitions. Maintenance was straightforward for those familiar with pre-war automotive technology, though sourcing parts today can be a treasure hunt in itself.
Fun Facts: The Airstream's Legacy
The Airstream Deluxe Series CZ has graced both small screens and silver screens alike, often cast as an emblem of 1930s luxury. While not known for breaking speed records, it did set sales records for Chrysler during challenging economic times. Despite criticisms over its conservative engine output compared to some rivals, it remains an icon of balance between performance and elegance.
The car above is claimed to be 1 of 6 like models left in the world today. When I first approached it at the show I thought it was a very nicely appointed 1936 Ford, and was quite surprised to see that it was a Chrysler, and a very nice one at that. The car originally had been found in a junk yard, and was destined to be crushed as scrap. Thankfully, the owner recognized the beauty of this car and knew that it was worth saving, and what a beautiful concours job of that he did!
A little more on the car for those who might be interesting in knowing more about the 1935
Chrysler Airstream:
Unveiling the Charm of the 1935 Chrysler Airstream Deluxe Series CZ
Stepping into the limelight with an aura of sophistication, the 1935 Chrysler Airstream Deluxe Series CZ was a testament to automotive elegance and innovation. Born from the ambitious vision of Walter P. Chrysler, this vehicle emerged during an era when the world was grappling with economic recovery and technological advancement. The Airstream Deluxe Series CZ not only reflected the resilience of its time but also set a new benchmark in automotive design and luxury.
Design and Innovation: A Harmony of Form and Function
The exterior of the 1935 Chrysler Airstream Deluxe Series CZ was a symphony of sleek lines and aerodynamic contours, a stark contrast to the boxy shapes that preceded it. Its gleaming chrome grille and teardrop headlamps exuded grace, while the sweeping fenders hinted at its underlying vigor. Inside, passengers were cradled in opulence with plush seating surfaces and rich wood grain accents that spoke volumes of the era's craftsmanship.
Technologically, the Airstream Deluxe stood out with features such as hydraulic brakes and an advanced independent front suspension system, which were cutting-edge for its time. Color options ranged from stately blacks to vibrant blues, with deep maroons being particularly popular among discerning buyers. The vehicle was available in multiple body styles, including sedans, coupes, and convertibles; however, it was the sedans that captured the hearts of many for their balanced blend of practicality and panache.
Historical Significance: Shaping Automotive Destiny
The 1935 Chrysler Airstream Deluxe Series CZ carved a niche for itself by offering a combination of affordability, luxury, and performance that was unparalleled at the time. It bridged the gap between high-end luxury cars and the more utilitarian models on the market, influencing future generations of vehicles in both aesthetics and functionality.
Performance and Handling: The Thrill of Elegance
Underneath its polished exterior lay a robust inline-six engine that propelled the Airstream Deluxe to impressive speeds for its era. While exact figures vary, it could reach top speeds that made it a contender on both city streets and country roads. The car's handling was equally commendable; its advanced suspension system absorbed imperfections in the road surface, providing a smooth ride that was both comfortable and responsive.
Driving this classic was akin to conducting an orchestra; each movement was met with precision while the engine's hum served as a constant reminder of Chrysler's mechanical prowess.
Ownership Experience: Beyond Transportation
Owners of the 1935 Chrysler Airstream Deluxe Series CZ often found themselves at a crossroads between driving daily and reserving their prized possession for special occasions or exhibitions. Maintenance was straightforward for those familiar with pre-war automotive technology, though sourcing parts today can be a treasure hunt in itself.
Fun Facts: The Airstream's Legacy
The Airstream Deluxe Series CZ has graced both small screens and silver screens alike, often cast as an emblem of 1930s luxury. While not known for breaking speed records, it did set sales records for Chrysler during challenging economic times. Despite criticisms over its conservative engine output compared to some rivals, it remains an icon of balance between performance and elegance.
At We’re Here! we are REINVENTING ART today.
I took my inspiration from Frank Moth and Giuseppe Arcimboldo:
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Four_Seasons_%28Arcimboldo%29
The underlying painting of Lucrezia Tornabuoni here is attributed to Domenico Ghirlandaio. It’s in the public domain, via Wikimedia Commons. Link:
commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Lucrezia_Tornabuoni_A2799...
An der Rappbodetalsperre ist auf einer Fläche von 40.000 Quadratmetern ein riesiges Graffiti mit fliegenden Schmetterlingen entstanden.
Rappbodetalsperre – höchste Staumauer und größte Trinkwassertalsperre Deutschlands
Gelegen im nördlichen Teil des Harzes, unweit der Städte Blankenburg, Thale und Elbingerode, steht die Rappbodetalsperre. Sie sichert seit mehreren Jahrzehnten die Trinkwasserversorgung im mitteldeutschen Raum und bietet Schutz vor Hochwasserereignissen in den unterliegenden Gemeinden.
Nach den ersten, Ende des 19 Jahrhunderts entwickelten Ideen einer Talsperre wurde das Mammutprojekt in den 1940ziger bis 1950iger Jahren verwirklicht.
Mit einer Höhe von 106 Metern entstand die höchste Staumauer Deutschlands. Darüber hinaus ist die Rappbodetalsperre mit ihrem ca. 8 Kilometer langen Stausee gleichzeitig die größte Trinkwassertalsperre im gesamten Bundesgebiet.
Die Rappbodetalsperre ist das Kernstück des sogenannten Bodewerkes, eines aus 6 Talsperren bestehenden multifunktionalen Anlagensystems. Neben der Rappbodetalsperre gehören die Vorsperren Rappbode und Hassel, das Hochwasserschutzbecken Kalte Bode, die Talsperre Königshütte sowie die Talsperre Wendefurth zu diesem Verbund.
Das imposante Bauwerk war von Beginn an ein Besuchermagnet. Die Errichtung weiterer touristischer Attraktionen im Umfeld der Rappbodetalsperre gaben dem Bekanntheitsgrad einen weiteren Schub und ziehen permanent zahlreiche Touristen und Einwohner an.
www.talsperrenbetrieb-lsa.de/rappbodetalsperre/
A huge graffiti with flying butterflies was created on an area of 40,000 square meters at the Rappbode Dam.
Rappbodetalsperre – highest dam and largest drinking water dam in Germany
The Rappbode Dam is located in the northern part of the Harz, not far from the cities of Blankenburg, Thale and Elbingerode. It has secured the drinking water supply in central Germany for several decades and offers protection against flood events in the underlying communities.
Based on the first ideas for a dam developed at the end of the 19th century, the mammoth project was realized in the 1940s and 1950s.
With a height of 106 meters, the highest dam in Germany was built. In addition, the Rappbode dam, with its approximately 8 kilometer long reservoir, is also the largest drinking water dam in the entire country.
The Rappbode Dam is the core of the so-called Bodewerk, a multifunctional system consisting of 6 dams. In addition to the Rappbode dam, the Rappbode and Hassel dams, the Kalte Bode flood protection basin, the Königshütte dam and the Wendefurth dam are part of this network.
The imposing building was a magnet for visitors from the start. The construction of additional tourist attractions in the area around the Rappbode dam gave a further boost to its popularity and constantly attracts numerous tourists and residents.
♫ It's Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas ♫
Christmas has always been one of my favorite times of the year. Even with the hustle and bustle of the season, the underlying message has always been very meaningful to me. What I have always cherished the most is the memories of family over the years and the times that we shared during the holiday season.
This year is especially meaningful for me as I will be forming new memories and building new traditions with my lovely Kate. I am truly blessed.
Father and son aerobatic stunt team... please see the previous image
Father: John Mrazek -Harvard Mark IV
Son: Richard Mrazek - Yakoviev 18T
1979 Yakovlev Yak-18T C-FAME Richard Mrazek
The 18T was designed in the late 60's, as a civilian aircraft. The aircraft has a nosewheel, is a four- or five-seater, and has a nine-cylinder 360 hp radial. The Yak-18T shares systems with the Yak-50/52 family. These aircraft all have the 265 kW (355 hp) Vedeneyev M14 nine-cylinder radial engine as well as the same underlying compressed-air system for engine starting, brakes, undercarriage and flaps. The propeller, avionics and other parts are also shared. The Yak-18T, like all Russian aircraft used for training, is aerobatic.
Compared with other four-seat light aircraft such as the Cessna 172 or the Piper PA-28, the Yak-18T is only a little wider and longer but it is much heavier and is equipped with a considerably more powerful engine. The Yak-18T is perhaps better compared with the Piper Saratoga which has two extra seats but which has a similar maximum weight, together with a retractable undercarriage and a similarly powerful engine. The Yak-18T is, however, distinguished by its strong construction, aerobatic capability and docile yet responsive handling characteristics.
Wikipedia
I appreciate your visits & kind words of support. My thanks to you all, for taking the time to view and acknowledge my photography.
~Christie by the River
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Cigüeñuela común, Parque Nacional Las Tablas de Daimiel, Villarrubia de los Ojos, Ciudad Real, Castilla-La Mancha, España.
El parque nacional de las Tablas de Daimiel es un espacio natural protegido español que protege el humedal homónimo. Se encuentra situado en los términos municipales de Daimiel y Villarrubia de los Ojos, en la provincia de Ciudad Real, comunidad autónoma de Castilla-La Mancha. Es además una zona de especial protección para las aves (ZEPA) y parte de la Reserva de la Biosfera La Mancha Húmeda. Con 192 025 visitantes anualmente (2015), las Tablas de Daimiel es el decimotercer parque nacional más visitado de España.
Las Tablas son uno de los últimos representantes de un ecosistema denominado tablas fluviales que se forman al desbordarse los ríos en sus tramos medios, favorecidos por fenómenos de semiendorreísmo y la escasez de pendientes. El humedal se forma en la confluencia del río Guadiana y su afluente Cigüela y es uno de los ecosistemas acuáticos más importantes de la península ibérica por la variedad y calidad de la fauna y flora que habitan en ella, así como por aquellas aves que la emplean en los pasos migratorios. Las Tablas sirve de refugio a más de 2.000 especies (plantas, aves, insectos, peces, réptiles... ).
Las Tablas son el último representante de un ecosistema denominado tablas fluviales que se forman por los desbordamientos de los ríos en sus tramos medios, favorecidos por fenómenos de semiendorreísmo y por la escasez de pendientes.
El parque cuenta con unos humedales formados a partir de la confluencia del río Guadiana y su afluente Gigüela y es uno de los ecosistemas acuáticos más importantes de España debido a la fauna y flora que habitan en ella. También es importante por el gran número de aves migratorias que pasan por la zona como los ánades y los ánsares.
Las Tablas de Daimiel pueden considerarse, dentro de una clasificación hidrológica-estructural de los humedales, como un "hidrohumedal de recarga"; en teoría, con disposición plurianual de agua superficial, que recarga constantemente el acuífero infrayacente. Aunque en los tiempos actuales, a veces se asemeja más a un "higrohumedal", de recarga temporal.
Las Tablas de Daimiel están formadas por las aguas de dos ríos de diferente naturaleza, lo que las convierte en un ecosistema privilegiado: el agua del río Gigüela que procede de los páramos de Cabrejas en la serranía conquense aporta aguas salobres, mientras que el río Guadiana aporta aguas dulces que surgen de sus ojos aproximadamente a unos 15 km al norte del parque nacional, en el término municipal de Villarrubia de los Ojos.
The Tablas de Daimiel National Park is a protected natural area in Spain that protects the wetland of the same name. It is located in the municipalities of Daimiel and Villarrubia de los Ojos, in the province of Ciudad Real, autonomous community of Castilla-La Mancha. It is also a special protection area for birds (ZEPA) and part of the La Mancha Húmeda Biosphere Reserve. With 192,025 visitors annually (2015), the Tablas de Daimiel is the thirteenth most visited national park in Spain.
The Tablas are one of the last representatives of an ecosystem called river tables that are formed when rivers overflow in their middle sections, favoured by semi-endorrheism phenomena and the lack of slopes. The wetland is formed at the confluence of the Guadiana River and its tributary Cigüela and is one of the most important aquatic ecosystems in the Iberian Peninsula due to the variety and quality of the fauna and flora that inhabit it, as well as the birds that use it for migratory passages. Las Tablas serves as a refuge for more than 2,000 species (plants, birds, insects, fish, reptiles...).
Las Tablas is the last representative of an ecosystem called river tables, which are formed by the overflow of rivers in their middle sections, favoured by semi-endorheism phenomena and by the lack of slopes.
The park has wetlands formed from the confluence of the Guadiana River and its tributary Gigüela and is one of the most important aquatic ecosystems in Spain due to the fauna and flora that inhabit it. It is also important because of the large number of migratory birds that pass through the area, such as ducks and geese.
The Tablas de Daimiel can be considered, within a hydrological-structural classification of wetlands, as a "recharge hydro-wetland"; in theory, with a multi-year supply of surface water, which constantly recharges the underlying aquifer. Although in current times, it is sometimes more similar to a "hygro-wetland", with temporary recharge.
The Tablas de Daimiel are formed by the waters of two rivers of different nature, which makes them a privileged ecosystem: the water of the Gigüela river that comes from the Cabrejas moors in the Cuenca mountain range provides brackish water, while the Guadiana river provides fresh water that emerges from its springs approximately 15 km north of the national park, in the municipality of Villarrubia de los Ojos.
A stump with roots of a dead white bark pine ( Pinus albicaulis) is exposed in a roadcut along the Beartooth Highway in the Shoshone National Forest, Wyoming. The stump overlies amphibolite that has beem cut by veins of granite pegmatite.the underlying granitic rocks along the Beartooth Highway in Shoshone National Forest, Wyoming.
This is the coast of south-east Cornwall with the main sandy beach at East Looe being just a few yards behind the camera. Some large rocks effectively block it off from this unspoilt part of the coast. The white buildings on the left are at Plaidy - effectively a suburb of Looe - and the hamlet of Millendreath. Our holiday home is about a mile inland from there, up a steep hill.
Over on the far right the settlement that can be seen spread over the cliffs is the village of Downderry, with Seaton and its mainly pebble beach just this side of it. Because of the different underlying rock formations this south-east coast of Cornwall has mainly sloping cliffs whereas on the north coast the granite cliffs are generally starker and far steeper. Take your pick!
"The Saltburn Cliff Lift is a funicular railway in Saltburn-by-the-Sea, Redcar and Cleveland in the ceremonial county of North Yorkshire, England. It provides access to Saltburn Pier and the seafront from the town. The cliff lift is the oldest operating water-balance cliff lift in the United Kingdom.
The Lift, constructed between 1883 and 1884, replaced an 1870 vertical cliff hoist. It has a height of 120 feet (37 m) and a track length of 207 feet (63 m), resulting in a 71 per cent incline. A pair of 12-person cars, each fitted with a 240-imperial-gallon (1,100 L) water tank, run on parallel tracks; by removing or adding the water to their tanks, movement is achieved, regulated by a brakeman at the top.
The original cars have been replaced with aluminium counterparts and the top station restored, but little of the underlying mechanism has been changed since it was installed. Owned since the Second World War by the unitary authority of Redcar and Cleveland and its predecessors, the lift remains in regular use between March and October each year. It is one of Saltburn's most popular tourist attractions. Reportedly, the service was being used by an estimated 150,000 passengers per year by the twenty-first century." (Wikipedia)
Exploring Essen #92
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In places such as this one, the Bighorn Canyon’s walls are red. Close inspection of the cliff face near the two alcoves in the center of the photo reveals the true color of the limestone as seen in the areas where rocks have fallen off. The red color on the Mississippian Madison Limestone is a stain of iron oxide. Rain water running through the red shale in the overlying Pennsylvanian Amsden Formation picks up the iron oxide and then deposits it on the underlying limestone as it runs down the cliff face.
The boundary between the Amsden Formation and the Madison Limestone is an erosional surface. In other words, after it was deposited, the limestone was exposed on the surface and subject to erosion before the overlying shales were deposited. Geologist call such a surface an unconformity
I Tre Rondavel sono tre cime montuose rotonde coperte di erba con cime un po' appuntite.
Assomigliano abbastanza da vicino ai tradizionali rondavel rotondi realizzati con materiali locali.
I nomi delle vette ricordano un capo del XIX secolo, Maripi, e tre delle sue mogli.
Il picco dalla cima piatta adiacente ai rondavel è Mapjaneng, "il capo", che è ricordato per essersi opposto agli invasori Swazi in una memorabile battaglia.
I tre rondavel prendono il nome da tre delle sue mogli più fastidiose: Magabolle (sinistra - 1354 mt), Mogoladikwe (centro - 1377 mt) e Maseroto (destra - 1485 mt).
Dietro i rondavel può essere visibile il lontano altopiano di Mariepskop.
La formazione delle attraenti formazioni sedimentarie è spiegata geologicamente come la lenta erosione della pietra tenera sottostante, lasciando esposte le quarziti e gli scisti più resistenti che formano i rondavels.
The Three Rondavels are three round, grass-covered mountain peaks with somewhat pointed peaks.
They quite closely resemble traditional round rondavels made from local materials.
The names of the peaks recall a 19th century chief, Maripi, and three of his wives.
The flat-topped peak adjacent to the rondavels is Mapjaneng, "the chief", who is remembered for opposing the Swazi invaders in a memorable battle.
The three rondavels are named after three of his most annoying wives: Magabolle (left - 1354m), Mogoladikwe (center - 1377m) and Maseroto (right - 1485m).
Behind the rondavels, the distant Mariepskop plateau can be seen.
The formation of the attractive sedimentary formations is geologically explained as the slow erosion of the underlying soft stone, leaving the more resistant quartzites and shales that form the rondavels exposed.
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📌 Carmine Superiore (Lago Maggiore)
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✏ Carmine Superiore is a tiny village of medieval origin, reachable only on foot from the underlying hamlet of Carmine Inferiore. Consisting of a small number of stone houses, it stands on a rocky outcrop overlooking the western shore of Lake Maggiore.
Its evocative alleys, dominated by ancient stone and the silence of a late January afternoon, reminded me of the charm of the magical village of Hogsmeade.
Reminder: there is a truly AWESOME exhibition by Sina Souza @ Nitroglobus
When Sina contacted me a few months ago and told me her inspiration was back and she started creating again, I was really thrilled coz I love Sina and her art and I think I'm not the only one who does.
I cleaned my part of the gallery and Sina placed her images there as well as a sculpture she made.
LM to Nitroglobus: maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Sunshine%20Homestead/166/4...
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Frank Atisso summarized it as follows in his article in ART KORNER:
'We all know that it is necessary to leave our past behind and move ahead in life but it is only when we attempt to break free, that we realize we are shackled to it by a chain much stronger than we had originally imagined. This happens to be an underlying theme in many of the works displayed. However, as is always the case with Sina’s artwork, each piece is layered and rich in meaning.'
In case you overlooked the article in Art Korner, here's the url: artkornersl.com/2021/04/29/retrospective-return-sina-souza/
image made today when Pip Parkes visited Sina's exhibition.
A single Pano shot, montaged, with the main image untouched except for increased colour saturation, sharper contrast and the diminishing of white glare. This main piece sits more to the right of the image with treated, manipulated versions bordering and framing the outside of the total picture plane. 3 overlays of the original shot were placed near the edges.
The Pano-Sabotage technique facilitates both a western view out toward the Hudson river, on the left and on the right, a view looking north on the approach to "Hudson Yards" on ""The Highline.
The underlying "framing" edges in layers suggest the previous, rougher nature of this part of the city, some of which can still be seen a bit more to the east. Rusted metal and graffiti elements are hinted at the in the treatment of the layers that are 'disappearing' behind the main image, a picture of now and a possible view of the future.
Original shot was taken around 5-5:30, June 14, 2019.
Entered in "PANO-Vision's" "Best of the Year" contest.
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Music Link: "Theme for Great Cities" - Simple Minds, Originally from their album "Sons and Fascination".
www.youtube.com/watch?v=pJDx-1L3V9U
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© 2019, Richard S Warner ( Visionheart ). All rights reserved. This image may not be used in any form here or elsewhere without express, written permission.
Taken at Cawfield Quarry in Northumberland UK..
Cawfields is a former quarry cutting dramatically through Hadrian's Wall and the underlying Whin Sill dolerite bedrock. It comprises a large pond and car park with good walking access to Milecastle 42. A dramatic section of roman wall with land falling away in sheer crags to the north. The milecastle, probably built by the Second Legion, hangs on the edge.
The foreground was lit with a flashlight..
Sinkhole di Bimmah.
Le origini del Sinkhole hanno dato origine a varie spiegazioni più o meno fantasiose.
Alcuni sostengono la teoria di un meteorite precipitato, altri quella di un cedimento naturale del terreno, mentre gli abitanti del posto ritengono che quella sia la casa del diavolo.
In realtà l'inghiottitoio si è formato per un cedimento dello strato superficiale dovuto alla dissoluzione del calcare sottostante.
Un lago dalle acque turchesi, è largo 50 mt per 70 mt profondo circa 20 mt.
Dista solo circa 600 m dal mare, tra le città costiere di Ḑibāb e Bamah (Bimmah).
Sinkhole of Bimmah.
The origins of the Sinkhole have given rise to various more or less fanciful explanations.
Some support the theory of a meteorite crash, others that of a natural subsidence of the land, while the locals believe that this is the house of the devil.
In reality, the sinkhole was formed due to a subsidence of the surface layer due to the dissolution of the underlying limestone.
A lake with turquoise waters, it is 50 meters wide by 70 meters deep about 20 meters.
It is only about 600 m from the sea, between the coastal cities of Ḑibāb and Bamah (Bimmah).
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First true snow has covered the mountains, but it is not much. So you see a lot of the underlying bushes or structures.
The quote "Save in time then you have in need" conveys the idea of preparing for the future by saving or being resourceful when circumstances are good, so that you're ready when more difficult times arise. It’s similar to the phrase "save for a rainy day" or "make hay while the sun shines." The underlying message is to manage resources wisely during times of abundance or stability so that you're not caught unprepared in times of scarcity or crisis.
Exploring Essen #112
Stinky Emscher
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If I was a betting man I wouldn't be placing a great deal on this rock feature remaining intact for that much longer.
The National Trust run Brimham Rocks offers a good few walking options around some strange rock formations. During the last ice age much of the area was covered in an ice cap. Where the underlying rocks stood out above the ice sheet they where exposed to strong glacial winds. These winds carried fine sand particles that sand-blasted the rocks, the effects of which, were strongest on the weaker layers of rock, and at ground level. Structures like the ten foot high rock named "the Idol" show the dramatic results of this action.
Rio de Janeiro, on a nice warm day. There's still a lot more to this city not shown in this photograph. This is definitely one of the more sexier viewpoints though, at least of the city. You must drive through a Favela to get to this viewpoint, and it can be dangerous, otherwise I would have tried photographing it early in the morning for the sunrise, or later in the evening when all the lights begin turning on. Maybe next time....but not without a guide. When carrying a DSLR, there is an underlying fear you're being hunted. What's yours will soon be theirs if not careful. I found it similar to walking near the monkeys in India, grabbing at anything shiny and rushing into the woods. It's wild. Be careful if you go, and I highly recommend a guide.
Exploring Bottrop #14
Football and doves---the essentials of the Ruhrgebiet
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Wista Field 45DX
Schneider-Kreuznach Sinar Super-Angulon 1:8/90
Ilford FP4+
f/22 15 sec
Adox D-76
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Wiki: A giant's kettle, also known as either a giant's cauldron, moulin pothole, or glacial pothole, is a typically large and cylindrical pothole drilled in solid rock underlying a glacier either by water descending down a deep moulin or by gravel rotating in the bed of subglacial meltwater stream.
Exploring Essen #102
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Exploring Essen #113
Stinky Emscher
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Exploring Essen #107
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This side valley, known as Oxnop Gill, connects Swaledale and Wensleydale via a steep and winding road that rises to over 1,600 feet above sea level. At the top, Oxnop Scar, which is a steep limestone cliff, can be seen in the distance (just left of centre) on the eastern edge of. Oxnop Common. At the top it becomes Askrigg Common, with the village of Askrigg at the bottom of the fell in Wensleydale. The OS map shows a number of disused lead mines and mine shafts up here. The underlying rock is limestone, and this can be worn away by flowing water, resulting in pot holes and caves. Sometimes the land above this literally caves in, forming shake holes or swallow holes in the landscape.
Exploring Essen #103
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Kitch-iti-kipi is located just west of Manistique at Palms Book State Park. Go 6 miles west of Manistique on US 2 to Thompson, take M-149 north for 12 miles to the park.
One of the Upper Peninsula's major attractions, Kitch-iti-kipi or "The Big Spring" is two hundred feet across and forty feet deep. Over 10,000 gallons a minute gush from many fissures in underlying limestone, the flow continuing throughout the year at a constant 45 degree temperature so the spring never freezes and can be enjoyed any season of the year.
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I have created this image to raise awareness of mental health signs that are not always obvious and in memory of dear modelling friend ... Hope this is thought-provoking
Selections from several photos earlier this month, layered and manipulated. Underlying two full-size images are pano-sabotaged shots, a disassembled piano keyboard and a view of a building lower-floor roof through a third floor window. Text added from other photos.
Europe, The Netherlands, Overijssel, Twente, Hengelo, Stationsplein, Helical holes sculpture (Rinus Roelofs) (slightly cut)
When you leave Hengelo station, there are two eye-catching groups of sculptures at the Stationsplein. The one on the right is a group of giant, playful bears and the one on the left consists of 8 abstract Rinus Roelfs sculptures. They are part of his 'helical holes' series and made of cast iron, sandblasted aluminium, powder-coated metal (the one on display here), and ‘raw' corten steel.
Thru these materials, the sculptures are intertwined with the past of the ‘metal city’ of Hengelo. Because of their mathematical 'look' and high-tech execution, the series shouts CAD-CAM (the artist crafted the CAD part - the program- himself), so they are connected to modern technology too.
Rinus Roelofs’ work and its underlying concepts are based on complex mathematical and geometric principles. This is no coincidence, he studied applied mathematics before going to art school. He has exhibited in science museums around the world and (of course) in the Escher museum in The Hague.
This is number 18 of the Naar het Oosten album
.and 963 of the Minimalism / explict Graphism album.