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When you watch the view, the view also watches you because you are also a view! If you can realise this, then you can also realise that there is no view, but only the viewer or there is no viewer, but only the view!

Mehmet Murat ildan

The bear brothers Wim and Freek went to the sea for a day to view ships. They were surprised by a beautiful rainbow

Happy July 4th to all of my American friends, and Happy Canada Day to my fellow Canadians! ♥ Enjoy, be kind, & be safe.

 

It's a time to unite, not divide.

 

Balloon: Kei's Hot Air Balloon

 

♪ Inspired by a few songs. I hope you take a moment to listen and reflect on the way your world is heading.

American Pie by Don McLean ♪ www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z13vOA7s0FI

 

*Warning : This powerful, and very "real", song may be disturbing to some viewers/listeners. It's meant to be.

Hero of War by Rise Against ♪ www.youtube.com/watch?v=_DboMAghWcA

 

Pay attention to your pets this weekend, people. Pets go missing on July 4 / Canada Day, more than any other day of the year. Fireworks scare our furry friends. ♥

Village Panorama in Shanghai's Nanhui District (上海市南汇区). Stitched from 4 pictures. February 2004. View in XXL.

 

The area in this particular picture is now industrially developed, a car plant of SAIC is in that place - picture has historical value...

 

So, what would we see, standing here in 2024? Read below:

We are standing right outside the SAIC plant fence, we'd see lots of "MG" branded cars, SAIC produces these "British" cars here for the global market. Right in front of the viewer, beyond the plant fence, is the parking lot for newly produced cars, it is roofed and the roofs are covered with solar panels.

 

To the left, about where these houses are (beyond that road), are the press shop and the body shop. Right of that, a bit more towards the center, but hidden behind the aforementioned buildings, are the paint shop and final assembly.

 

If one turns around 180° one would see a huge gravel area covered with oversized car transporter trucks.

 

© All Rights Reserved - you may not use this image in any form without my prior permission.

I wish all my flickr friends, contacts, followers and viewers a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

wearing:

[theSkinnery] Margie for LeLutka EVOX available at Kustom9 till 10th May

also:

Simple Bloom Paola low tail S Diamond brows for EvoX available at the main store

 

**more info in tags 💙💛

 

posed by: :studiOneiro: Su Li set available at Dubai 20th Aug -10 Sept

wearing: Lowen Beauty - Mizuka skin available at Kustom9 till 10th Sept

Bento Mesh Head: Genus Baby Face

Bento Mesh Body: Maitreya Lara

Face Applier: Yuki by Avoixs

Hair: Gemma by Magika

Pop Pixie Ears: ^^Swallow^^

Dragon Rings & Nails: RealEvil

Giselle Eyes applier: .euphoric

Oil Tint Lipstick: Genus

Yunqing Lashes: MICHAN

Ensemble: * Ling * (4 commons, 1 rare, 2 dresses, 1 hat, armwarmers, legwarmers, lantern wings) by Les Sucreries de Fairy now @ the Sense Event from 1/18/2021 - 02/08/2021 @ maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/DreamsLand/168/125/1501

POSE: *Animal Family* Kiss by Le Poppycock

Dragon animesh pet: lassitude & ennui

SIM: Chinese Garden Refuge for Peace @ maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Qoheleth/128/66/23

Model: Skye McLeod Fairywren

Bento Mesh Head: Lona by CaTwa

Bento Mesh Body: Lara by Maitreya

Skin Applier: DeeTaleZ

Basic Hair base set 16 by Just Magnetized

Ensemble (incl. hair twintails, Lightspeed Chaser boots, Brute Justice arm piece, Cephalon bodysuit shown in Rosegold {RARE} ) from The Epiphany (gacha machine is now in the store) by Eliavah

Bejeweled Headpiece: Dead Dollz @ Remnant Dark Days event

Shiny Ears: Swallow

Bento Pose Stand *HERO* 5 by Happy Dispatch

Bento Mesh Head: Catwa Lona

Bento Mesh Body: Maitreya Lara

Face/Body Applier: Sophia by Essences

Hair: Brandie by DOUX

Ensemble: Arwen (incl. 5 colors, main outfit, boots & gloves) by [JANGKA] now @ the Chronicles & Legends event @ gyazo.com/cf222c2191c05b4993e1a4b485bd6cf6

Forest Nymph Bow & Quiver by The White Armory

Circlet Luna by Kotolier now @ the Chronicles & Legends event @ gyazo.com/cf222c2191c05b4993e1a4b485bd6cf6

Magic Pixie Ears: ^^Swallow^^

Dragons Rings: RealEvil

Lush Lipgloss: *League*

Giselle Eyes Applier: .euphoric

Red Fox (Static - Sitting R): JIAN

Prop: Fantasy Cascading Pond by Maya's Architecture

SIM: Fantasy Isle @ maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Fantasy%20Isle/88/235/23

Bento Mesh Head: Genus Babyface

Bento Mesh Body: Maitreya Lara

Face applier: Jennie by Stunner Originals now @ the UniK Event @ maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/UniK/173/172/27

Hair: Zoe by Doux

Rainy Day Outfit incl. 4 commons & 1 rare, 3 styles, 1 hat by Les Sucreries de Dairy and is now available at The Liaison Collaborative @ maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/The%20Liaison%20Collaborat...

Rain Boots: Severed Garden

Umbrella: Severed Garden

2nd Umbrella: Vitaheim

Posh Pups :: RARE Carrier Purse: JIAN

POSE: Jump in by Le Poppycock

SIM: Rainy Alley @ maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Bay%20City%20-%20Sconset/1...

Often, the light and shadows can be even more dramatic once the sun has dipped just below the horizon as in this photo taken on West Shirley Bog in Piscataquis County, Maine.

 

NOTE: All images are Copyrighted by Greg A. Hartford. No rights to use are given or implied to the viewer. All rights of ownership and use remain with the copyright owner.

Bento Mesh Head: LeLutka Greer

Bento Mesh Body: Maitreya Lara

Face/Body applier: Chronos, Coal Gold by Fallen Gods

Body Tattoo: Conductor (gold) by Nefekalum now @ The Engine Room @ maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Syndicate/192/131/37

Ensemble: Teisha (bodysuit, boots & helmet hair) by Salt & Pepper

Aura Moon Staff (ultrarare) by [The Forge]

Dragon Bracers: *OAL*

Milena Nails: Slipper

Lipstick Applier: Leonie by Zibska

Enigma Eyes Applier Amazon by .euphoric

Messy Eyelashes: MILA

POSE: Exuma Escapes Vol 2/pose 8 by Focus Poses

Japanese Dragon Animesh Metal (Companion): [Rezz Room]

Grass1l (tweaked color to match pic): Little Branch

and the thing about confidence is that no one knows if it's real or not." Maddy Perez

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Unedited photo

Viewer: Black Dragon

Pose: My own.

 

Bento Mesh Head: LeLutka Aida

Bento Mesh Body: Maitreya Lara

Face/Body Applier: Brooklin by JUMO

Hair: Somi by [monso]

Flowerband: Midsummer Dream by .Enfant Terrible.

Gown: Giselle Magdelina (turquoise) available in 7 lovely colors now by Silvan Moon Designs (!!SMD!!) @ We <3 Role-Play @ maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Riverhunt/129/130/1503

Khepri's Jasper Sun Talismanic Ring: Alchemy Immortalis

Lips Applier: MEVA

Giselle Eyes Applier: .euphoric

POSE: In Piazza F1 by Fashiowl

Fairy Lily [F.V.Color] by NaMiya Nishi

Fairy [Sakura Lily] by NaMiya Nishi

Teal Fairy by Rivendale

SIM: Lost Unicorn, A Unicorn Forest Gallery @ maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Lost%20Unicorn/186/222/22

 

I thank all the viewers, favers and commenters for my second picture in Explore!

 

Ice pillars formed by the wind blown water around the reed, 2013.

 

At the north east side of the Houtribdijk an ice field was formed by special weather conditions, containing frozen reed pillars. I have never seen these kind of frozen reed pillars.

Model: Skye McLeod Fairywren

Bento Mesh Head: GENUS Project (beta)

Bento Mesh Body: Maitreya Lara

Face Applier: Jessica (Bronze) by GENUS @ The Arcade

Hair: S05 (beige) by DPYUMYUM

Outfit: Akiko by !gO! @ the Arcade (RARE) (incl. beret, dress, sweater & beret)

Bohemia Ring Set: (Yummy)

Cozy Tights (appliers): Izzie's

Dog: The Princess Hellpup Plopped by Sweet Thing & darkendStare

POSE: Baby its cold outside 3 by Po^Z Bento

SIM: Arranmore @ maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Aridia/11/132/22

Bento Mesh Head: LAQ Ivy

Bento Mesh Body: Maitreya Lara

Face Applier: Babydoll by [Mudskin]

Hair: Chizuru w/ raindrops by *ARGRACE*

Wet Face & Body Applier: Izzie's

Ensemble: Ondine Blue Rainy Dress (incl. 3 styles of dresses, legwarmers, & headpiece - 3 commons + 1 blue&white rare now @ Sad November @ maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Flair%20for%20Events/242/3...

Rain Kawaii Clouds Necklace & Earrings: Schadenfreude

Shoes: Kym Silver by Lindy Shoes

Umbrella: !! Pleut by Remarkable Oblivion (rotates while wearing)

Poolside Baby Duck Floatie: [Black Bantam]

'dorable Danes 2. Adult Companion RARE: JIAN

SIM: Rainy Alley, Bay City @ maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Bay%20City%20-%20Sconset/1...

Bento Mesh Head: Lona by Catwa

Bento Mesh Body: Maitreya Lara

Face/Body Applier: Morphine by CURELESS

Hair: Runa by Kokolores now @ The Liaison Collaborative

Merlina Witch Outfit by irrISIStible (incl. applier HUDs, jacket, hat, boots, owl shoulder pet, clothing prims, top, shorts, body tatt) Note: Also included are hair, glove appliers, and wand, not pictured at this time.

Steampunk Pipe: [NikotiN]

Nightmare Rings: (Yummy)

Diane Frames (red): (Yummy)

Fluffy Eyebrows Applier: [BUZZ]

Lush Lipgloss: *League*

Bookseat With Animation and Wearable Book: Feather My Nest

Little Witch - Floaty Book - Black: Birdy

Little Witch - Floaty Book - Mystic: Birdy

Little Witch - Magic Book - Decor - Mystic: Birdy

The Raven Book Stack: Elegant Gothic

Haunted Manor Divider with cobwebs by BOUDOIR

Steam Skull Music Box: MadPea

Library Chair: Brent Linden

Accessories - Pile of Books: [Park Place]

A double pile of books: [Black Tulip]

Bella Dreams - Magic Book: Serenity Style

Reading Book (sitting): {what next}

Medieval Library Shelf: Wolfman Designs

Crow Birdcage: Solarium

Black Widow Tea Set: DRD

Library Floor Lamp 1 - Pipe and Ashtray: Sophistications

Staff of the Raven: Talevin's Magic Sky Village

Red/Blue handmade oriental rug: Prim Creations

Feline Frights 10. Witch Companion: JIAN

Feline Frights 6. Wizard Companion: JIAN

To see more of the emptiness or rather more of spaciousness, viewers from around the world are now tracking the following blogger:

 

www.youtube.com/@Qingyunji

 

Coming back to the musicians of the younger generation, some say few of them play with their heart. Competitions as a way of starting a career in music is devastating. And then there is the rise of recording business where audience would listen with the sheet music on hand ! And then the undue influence of the so-called critiques -- mostly paid one way or the other-- turning music into a money making machine, promoting populism even in classical music. Few musicians nowadays improvise anymore and rubato is a rarity; too many scales and etudes instead. Furtwangler used to interprete music there and then, so every time is different, making music a multi-facet expressive and organic entity. The tradition is gone. The change of modern human relationship, following the rise of metropolitan city life particularly so with the breaking down of families and family ties. Does one need to know life better before he actually knows about arts, the imitation of life ? Making things worse, noisy factories are full steam ahead... All in all, only 3-5 % of the population are still listening to classical music these days, according to numerous surveys! I, nevertheless, find the following players charming:

 

Josef Hassid: " Fritz Kreisler... said: 'A fiddler like Heifetz is born every 100 years; one like Hassid every 200 years.’’

www.youtube.com/watch?v=PhKkjIC2SWk&list=RDPhKkjIC2SW...

 

Auer's other pupils like Efrem Zimbalist,

www.youtube.com/watch?v=DXfIQ6yV3T4

www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lf5lxLx_2iQ

www.youtube.com/watch?v=mdQwcNfaabU

  

Or, Toscha Seidel

www.youtube.com/watch?v=RTvLxByYoDk

 

Likewise, Manuel Quiroga

www.youtube.com/watch?v=VwyEx9Es9gE

 

Jacques Thibaud and Szigeti are impressive and there is Vasa Prihoda too.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=vH3SQBO8UiQ

  

Gluck - Melody

By S. Rachmaninoff

www.youtube.com/watch?v=I2O0mVzmftY

By Guiomar Novaes

www.youtube.com/watch?v=io-7CqUkuPI

By Nelson Freire ( traces of scales exercises are evident )

www.youtube.com/watch?v=McGLJ4Skuf4

 

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Marina Tarasova - Prokofiev Cello Sonata in C Major

www.youtube.com/watch?v=bVIDDQXPqBI&t=489s

Model: Skye McLeod Fairywren

Bento Mesh Head: CaTwA Lona

Bento Mesh Body: Lara by Maitreya

Skin Applier: Avenge

Hair: Eve by MADesigns (aka, KMADD)

Dress: Dragon Dress (RARE) by Pixicat (The Epiphany)

Body Tatt: Gravity by White Widow

Arm Cuffs: Ragir by Kibitz (onyx)

Bionic Shoes: Shima Shoe (onyx) by Azoury (BLUSH event)

Wild Child Ear Cuffs (black) by [Magic Nook]

Pose: fwee2 by E.inK

Sim: INSILICO @ maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/INSILICO%20SE/128/145/3626

Artistic close-up framing of yellow Senna focusing on the intense, mood-lifting yellow color of the petals.

 

The use of a wide aperture creates a soft, blurred background (bokeh), which effectively isolates the central flowers and makes them the clear focal point.

 

The inclusion of out-of-focus buds in the foreground and background creates a sense of three-dimensional depth, drawing the viewer’s eye through the various stages of the bloom.

 

The primary blossoms are positioned slightly off-center, adhering roughly to the rule of thirds, which provides a more dynamic and natural feel than a perfectly centered subject.

 

The lighting appears soft and warm, likely captured during the "golden hour," which complements the natural yellow hue of the petals. The harmonious mix of vibrant yellows and soft greens creates a refreshing, spring-like aesthetic.

 

The highlights on the petals are well-controlled, preserving the delicate texture of the flower without becoming "blown out" or losing detail.

 

The vibrant, sunny yellow of the blossoms contrasts beautifully with the soft, muted greens of the foliage.

 

The extremely shallow depth of field (low f-stop) creates a "dreamy" and abstract quality, a common technique to transform literal subjects into artistic shapes and lines.

Bento Mesh Head GENUS Baby Face

Bento Mesh Body: Maitreya Lara

Face/Body Applier: Khaleesi (tone 00b) w/ shape (w/ some tweaks) by [Session] now @ The Enchantment

Hair: My Hair/Khaleesy (light blonde) by [monso]

Baby Hairs applier: Izzie's

Ensemble IronOrder blue steel (incl. top, pants, & boots-10 colors!) by Eudora3D now @ The Enchantment

Dragon + Pose: The Mother of Dragons 1 by Fashiowl now @ The Enchantment

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Grey Wolf :: Static Look R: JIAN

Grey Wolf :: Static Howl: JIAN

Bergfried Castle Gate I now @ The Enchantment

Weirwood Tree: Visual Magick now @ The Enchantment

The Ashen Tree: Titans now @ The Enchantment

Flagstone Paths: Stormwood

Snowpile 1: Medieval Fantasy

SIM: IPPOS @ maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Ippos/16/35/21

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A big shout-out of "THANKS LADIES!!" to both Kynne Llewellyn and Sugarfairy for the use of their build!

 

Just for a laugh...........

  

In case you ask, I'm sorry but I do not participate in commenting groups, but I'm always grateful for your visits and would like to thank you now for stopping by, and any comments you may leave. Much appreciated, John...

 

©2022 John Baker. All rights reserved.

  

Artistic framing of a beautiful blossoming Almond tree set against a backdrop of rustic stone architecture.

 

Characterized by its dense cluster of pale pink to white blossoms, these trees are among the first to flower, signaling the end of winter and arrival of spring in various regions worldwide.

 

Almond trees thrive in light, well-drained soil, specifically in the mountainous regions of Saint Catherine in South Sinai. The blossoms are delicate and range in color from white to pale pink.

 

Historically, this tree holds significant cultural and spiritual symbolism in the region, a classic symbol of awakening, hope and new life.

 

The central placement of the tree makes it the undisputed focal point. The strong diagonal lines of the stone walls and pathway lead the viewer's eye towards the tree and into the scene. The framing by the walls creates a sense of depth and enclosure.

 

The color palette is dominated by the warm, earthy tones of the stone, which contrast nicely with the delicate white and pink blossoms and the patches of green foliage. The natural lighting appears soft and even, highlighting the textures of the stone and the intricate network of branches without creating harsh shadows.

 

The overall mood is tranquil and serene, capturing a moment of natural beauty within a structured, man-made environment. The image evokes a sense of spring and renewal in an arid landscape.

 

The inclusion of the stone path on the right acts as a leading line, drawing the viewer's eye into the background and providing a sense of place and depth.

 

The photograph excels in its textural contrast. There is a palpable tactile quality to the "rough, scaly" tree bark and the "cracked, weathered" surface of the stone blocks. These details create a "sense of touch" for the viewer, making the scene feel grounded and realistic.

 

The image evokes a sense of tranquility and the arrival of spring, as almond blossoms are known to be one of the first fruit trees to bloom, often signaling the change of seasons.

 

MAJOR LIVE EVENT FOR FIRESTORM VIEWER

✭Saturday February 23rd

1O:OOAM

maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Firestorm%20Sandbox/5/9/3902

 

More shows this week:

 

✭Friday February 22nd

5:OOpm Enchanted Adult Arena

maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Embraced/216/51/502

 

1O:OOpm SolarWinds *Your Place in Space*

maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/SolarWinds%20Music/211/190/2631

 

✭Saturday February 23rd

8:OOpm The Red Door

maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Puffetta/253/4/22

 

1O:OOpm SolarWinds *Your Place in Space*

maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/SolarWinds%20Music/211/190/2631

 

✭Sunday February 24th

1:OOpm Hard Rock Garage

maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Urban%20Paradise/78/192/22

 

Live soaring vocals & electric guitar feat classic rock, 80's rock, AOR, Hard Rock, Guns'N'Roses, Motley Crue, Whitesnake, KISS, ACDC, Queen, Foreigner, Firehouse, Winger, Originals, Requests & more!

 

Wearing:

Legal Insanity - Carl jacket w/ turtleneck

Original Chino

written on a mac keyboard viewer, ...and especially as the mouse batteries are about to expire, this is excruciating to write, \; but the idea wAS TO Say hello to this time of the year...

Might be deergrass or tufted bulrush

Bento Mesh Head Catwa Daria

Bento Mesh Body: Maitreya Lara

Face/Body Applier: DeeTaleZ

Face Tatt: The Legend by VENGE now @ the Enchantment @ maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Nymphai/97/126/2913

Lip Gloss: Lush by *League*

Hair: Xyla by Tukinowaguma (TWG)

Ensemble: Akayasha Kitsune (black) by :::c*C*c::: (Seventh Eye) now @ the Enchantment @ maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Nymphai/97/126/2913

Akarua Zouri (shoes&stockings): EXIA

Mask: Kokoro now @ the Enchantment @ maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Nymphai/97/126/2913

Kitsune-no-kanzashi (red hair flowers): *NAMINOKE* now @ the Enchantment @ maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Nymphai/97/126/2913

Kitsune Red Earrings: Bliensen + MaiTai

Kitsunetsuki (fox wrap): - Fika - now @ the Enchantment @ maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Nymphai/97/126/2913

Dragon Rings: RealEvil

POSE: Kimberly 04 by [ .:SOPHERIAN:. ]

Mini Spirit Fox: [Harshlands] now @ the Enchantment @ maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Nymphai/97/126/2913

SIM: Mieville Asian Gardens @ maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Mieville%20Dickens/114/77/25

Experiments in trompe l'oeil.

This and a few other pictures were exhibited at SL14B.

   

I would like to inform viewers that no wine was hurt making this photo 🍷

my thanks to - Ramona Criss/MyANIMATION

A portrait is a painting, photograph, sculpture, or other artistic representation of a person, in which the face and its expression is predominant. The intent is to display the likeness, personality, and even the mood of the person. For this reason, in photography a portrait is generally not a snapshot, but a composed image of a person in a still position. A portrait often shows a person looking directly at the painter or photographer, in order to most successfully engage the subject with the viewer.

 

TD : Agfapan 100 Professional 35mm film, developed in D-76 1+1 for 7 minutes. Exposure ISO 100 @35mm lens, natural daylight. Scanned with Alpha 6000 edited in ACR, inverted in CS6.

Doriane skin courtesy of DS'ELLES available @ eBento till 31 July

Cassie outfit courtesy of Clef de Peau @ Summer Camp Event till 31 July

Dream - face & body tattoos courtesy of Stardust @ The Outlet

JuliaFire Large Straight brows courtesy of Simple Bloom available @ the main store

I would like to take this opportunity to wish all my Flickr friends, followers and viewers the very best for the festive season.

 

Thank you for all the interest you have shown in my photographs this year, and all the encouragement you have given me. It has been a boon for my work and creative output.

 

I hope that you find much in the Christmas season to make you happy and bright.

 

Merry Christmas!

 

Tune Arcade

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*Unedited photo. Taken with Black Dragon viewer.

 

Taxi to Village of Ahiru

This is how I feel after my second day with Black Dragon!

Haha, I am sure I will get used to it but I need lessons, or at least a great tutorial :) It seems to be an amazing viewer for photos. I'm not giving up...!!

Line_up 8 pcs paperwork, oilcolor, graphite, transport Box 2014. The “line_up“ is a paperwork series I developed since 2010. The “liners” are made out of paper (Din A3/A4),

oil paint and graphite. The theme is the hermetical laws of polarity and movement. There is no ending and no beginning in any direction, just an endless movement. You have the possibility to arrange the papers like you want and that makes it an endless playground for my photo-work and the eyes of the viewers.

Yanomano

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