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An approaching cold front triggered these buildups just south of the Wyoming border. The cauliflower form was vivid against the otherwise clear skies and high sun (looking south).
These clouds would eventually first develop into dry thunderstorms (with limited lightning), then stronger storms with moderate rains.
For the time lapse of this event set to classical music: www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYx9SELBiDU
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Shot for the Jdmstyletuning 2010 Calendar.
200W Lightbank powered by 700W 2 stroke Generator.
Image buildup info - brasherphotos.blogspot.com/
I captured this image from a sparky storm during the 2024/25 buildup to our Wet Season in Northern Australia.
Seen on April 10th, 2017 in Freilassing-Hofham. Untersberg and Lattengebirge in the Berchtesgaden Alps in the background.
I don’t have all the figs....so I made some custom ones or just used the old ones, plus a couple new ones.. I’ll probably get some more back home.
So I watched the movie yesterday, but I was too tired to post a review, but I decided to do it today:
So here we are....10 years worth of buildup of a cinematic universe, which also marks the beginning of the end and a new beginning anew. Was it awesome? Totally. Was it insane? Absolutely. While I might not agree on the “most ambitious crossover in history”, this is by far the most biggest superhero/CBM movie ever, because we get more than 20 heroes assembled together from all parts.
In a certain way, this can be told as a heist movie like the Russos said....or in a way, a Thanos movie because he’s on his quest to gather the six stones. The opening involves him, in the timeline, is directly after the ending of Thor: Ragnarok, where the credits had the Sanctuary II approaching the Asgardian ship. I can tell that things don’t go to well from here...especially when the Black Order accompanies him as well. This movie is obviously set in 2018, both in real time and in-universe, two years after Civil War and four years after Guardians of the Galaxy 1 and 2.
End of story from here. With so much characters, some get nice developments, great acting and action scenes, as well as cool upgrades and colourful costumes. Standout moments definitely goes to both Sherlocks, Dr Strange and Iron Man namely, whose magic and tech work so well that you’ll be in awe, as well as Black Widow’s sick moves and Thor’s new axe and etc. This movie is also the combination of reunions, between old friends meeting again, lovers, and for some, rivalries with each other because it’s the first time meeting one another.
You’ll definitely love the visuals from start to finish, not just for the insane amount of details, locations, and how Thanos was CGIed so perfectly, it might be one of the expensive movies ever made, even for the MCU. The music gets a shout-out as well, because Infinity War is kinda tragic, dark and emotional, but sometimes light, cheerful and upbeat, thanks to Silvestri’s balance, he even brought back the first Avengers theme! (Might get this soundtrack, it really captures your feeling and soul, you’ll defiantly get fangasm out of it).
Last but not least, lots of twists and turns, surprises, special cameos, appearances, as well as blink and you’ll miss Easter eggs and hidden details.
My rating: Absolute 10/10. I will watch it again, shock value/factor is over 9000, a very cool, powerful villain, which in turn also help solved the Marvel formula and the villain problem. Looking forward to more MCU movies, with this summer’s Ant Man and the Wasp and next year’s Captain Marvel and Avengers 4.
Bonus: I know it’s long, believe these post credits if you will. I wrote this on Reddit too!
The first post credits has the X-Men and the Fantastic Four pop through, but Deadpool and Wolverine are both the first to say, “Where the f*** are we?”
*Cut to black screen*
Then we get a second one where Thanos is in a Marvel office, where he takes off his mask—-and it’s Kevin Feige! He is truly the supreme lord of the MCU.
Credits roll and last we see Stan Lee’s attempt at a British accent, singing a Dick Van Dyke song, but it’s terrible.
The fireworks show in London is by far the most spectacular one I've seen in my life, and I've seen more then my share.
The buildup to the moment was already epic, left my apartment at 9pm thinking I had plenty of time to get to the viewing spot I had picked out, but as soon as I rounded the corner and got to the Waterloo bridge I could see that everything was already filled up with hundreds of thousands of people, and every way into the city was fenced off and no one was being let in anymore.
After a good 40 minutes of walking around and probing the inner city defenses like a spy in a mystery novel I found the weak spot, one opening in the fence where people were still sneaking through into St James's park, and through there I could make my way to Westminster Abby and the view on the tower that I wanted.
Once I gained my prize and made it to the square there, the long wait began. I planted my tripod and camera, and for the next 2 hours I bonded with the people around me who after a while started helping me warning the passers by not to trip over my tripod's legs - the man from Nigeria with his 3 daughters guarded my west flank, the elderly lady from Liverpool had my back, and the lovely couple from Belarus guarded the east approach.
It was a true team effort to make sure I was setup and had a clean view on the fireworks; And once I photographed the show, I shared the previews on the back of my camera with them, and they oohed and aahed and I think they were pleased with the result of our collaboration as well. All in all my first New Years Eve in London was a fantastic and fun adventure, and a terrific start of the new year.
Hope your celebrations will be full of fun and good times as well, happy new year!!
The Thames River hasn’t frozen this year as in past years. It’s been a warm winter with no buildup of snow.
How cold was it? There is significant ice buildup on the Duck’s breast, as the water froze to any ‘hard’ surface. This bird trolled the shoreline, happy to escape the dense fog. And is it just me, or do all species of Mergansers seem to have one half more bird than other ducks? They are the ‘stretch’ Duck.
Visiting flowers is a dangerous occupation, with very high mortality rates. Many assassin bugs and crab spiders hide in flowers to capture unwary bees. Others are lost to birds in flight. Insecticides used on blooming plants can kill large numbers of bees, both by direct poisoning and by contaminating their food supply. A honeybee queen may lay 2000 eggs per day during spring buildup, but she also must lay 1000 to 1500 eggs per day during the foraging season, simply to replace daily casualties.
.....Wikipedia
Who knew?
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To photograph is to notice.
This morning, I decided to take my camera and telephoto lens on my walk with Pepper (my dog!). Our “easy” morning walk is through Anula park, and I often wish I’d walked with the camera… I see all sorts of birds and after cyclone Marcus in 2019, the African mahogany’s lost were replaced with a variety of native trees and shrubs. My “photo a day” project gave me the kick I needed to finally take my camera on our morning walk!
Photography and walking go hand in hand. To photograph is to slow down, notice and be mindful of what’s happening around you. I was constantly watching for movement in the trees, and changes in light and contrast. Walking does the same thing for me. Walking forces me to connect to what’s around me - to notice the beauty of nature.
This image is typical of this time of year! The red poincianas are coming in to flower as the humidity builds, and migratory birds like this Torres Strait pigeons are flocking back to the Top End.
I’m time poor today - very happy I managed to get a photo in this morning. And, one I’m happy with, no less!
It was one of the most awesome natural shows on display yesterday afternoon!! Witnessed a spectacular buildup of clouds before the storm came!! They say a picture is worth a thousand words but am not sure if these series of images can convey the spectacle that was on in the Dhamrai sky before the storm came after a few days of continuous sweltering heat and humidity!!
.............Ah, Commander Fore, Henry of Centuri said as Grand commander fore's holograph appeared on his desk.
Henry.........We have received bad news...........Of what sort do you mean, said Henry............Our scouts have reported large amounts of ship and troop buildups near several locations close to our borders...........What!............This could mean war very soon, said Henry.............I know, said Fore...Which comes to my point.....Our weapons factories need to be overseen....Oh, I get it, you need me to get down there and supervise.........Exactly, with you industrial background you seem to be the perfect fit......I'll be honored to serve! Said Henry.......Good.I need you to travel to Theris, one of our smaller yet more important weapon/distribution plants....It will be done as you have said, Henry replied. There was a flash then no more was the holograph. Yawn...I guess there will no mid day nap for me said Henry. He briskly walked to his ship the Stryker. Soon he was in the cockpit setting his course for Theris. Once on the planet, he was soon captivated by the beautiful jungle landscape. Cough, cough excuse me, Captain Henry of our fair land. I am Turf, a loyal scout of Centuri. I was assigned to meet you hear. Ah, good then, lets see this plant, shall we?
My entry to the Galactic Challenge 1:Gathering Thunder
Hope you enjoy!
Photographs of clouds in the afternoon, during the buildup to a thunderstorm. Maleny, Queensland, Australia.
Deta 757 hockey charter at the Aero Mag deicing area in Ottawa, getting rid of freezing rain buildup.
From the humblest house to the tallest tower, every structure on the Mountain uses the whitestone mined here, the result of centuries of mineral buildup on the Mountain's shell.
…lyric by Jim Steinman - sung by Meat Loaf - from Paradise by the Dashboard Light on the LP Bat Out of Hell. Me and my mate Joseph played the LP frequently during the buildup to RIAT 2024. Meanwhile…….here’s a Swiss Air Force Tiger arriving at RIAT.
Popcorn storms today and relatively slow movers provided an opportunity to record this nice short time lapse. 135 frames at 5 sec interval using Fujifilm X-T3, Fujinon 16-55mm F/2.8 at 55mm.
Cold days hiking, up Pen yr Ole Wen, around to Carnedd Dafydd an back down, freezing rain, -11 with the windchill.
A Manhattan-bound (N) train is approaching Kings Hwy station as the buildup of snow on its roof flies off in the wind.
R46 (N) (Pullman-Standard, 1975-1978)
Kings Hwy Station
Sea Beach Line - BMT
Thanks to my contact, Sean (reflectionsofthenorth) for recommending this spot to me. It is located on the shores of Lake Superior, approximately 60 km from Sault Ste Marie. I woke in the morning 900 km from this location, yet my arrival was timed perfectly for the coming fog bank and the fading light, which (along with an ND filter) allowed for this 6-second exposure. (The sky is about one stop darker, thanks to a second exposure and a little photoshop.)
Happy New Year to all and may your you find warmth on the cold days (like this one), and shade on the hot ones.
Lucier Henri Calida was born into an already influential Oleander noble family, and soon saw the potential the Faith offered him for his political ambitions. He rose to power as a clergyman, but his organizational talents were soon discovered by the Royal Court. He was appointed Adviser to the King, and excelled in various tasks, foremost the introduction of a naval focus to Oleon, and the consequent buildup of La Royale prior to the Juniper War.
Today he is not only Chancelier d'Oleon – the highest administrative position in Oleon – he is also Supreme High Priest of the Clerics of Zeus, making him de facto leader of the Order of the Faith, which has blossomed under his regime. Under King Stéphan II he controlled the High Council and was First Adviser to the King, answering only to him. And as the King shared his beliefs, his authority was unchallenged. Some even say Stéphan II was a mere puppet, and that Calida was Oleon's true regent.
Now, with Philip I as King, his universal authority might be challenged for the first time. Nobody can tell how Calida is likely to react to this, since his agenda remains unclear to everyone. He is feared by many, and often described as a devious schemer who will do anything to tighten the Order's grasp on Oleon. Others see in him a savior and believe him to be the only guarantor for upholding the Empire's domestic order.
One thing is for sure, though, he is more likely to prepare for a war with Corrington than to read mass in a temple.
Fishing Point, Salt Harbour, Herring Neck, Newfoundland....... The biggest problem in doing long exposures in this type of environment is trying to prevent salt spray buildup on the lens. Seas were really heavy at the time and,as a result, very misty.
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Puppy Zydrunas with already wild ways and a wicked stare , in Natasha’s arms , Martin’s photographs , Cobourg , Ontario , Canada , May 10 2014
Cobourg west beach
dog laying on his back
comfortable sofa
June 2004
Sofa
Mortimer
Cobourg pier
Cobourg lighthouse
Cobourg Beach
Mortimer Boxer Lab mixed breed dog
dog working at the beach
stick
tree branch
Dog
beach
Martin’s photographs
Cobourg
Ontario
Canada
November 2003
Boxer Lab mixed breed dog
Port Hope
Favourites
favourite thing
mattress
deck
July 2006
Nikon
Nikon E5700
Dog
Lake Ontario
Sand
Water
Tree
Mortimer boxer dog
Monument
Miles World
Memory
June 2016
Boxer dog
Boxer mixed breed dog
Cedar tree
Tropical plants
River
Terns
Tern
Happy New Year
photograph converted to sepia
Sunset
Hammock
Tree
Heron
Egret
January 2016
IPhone 6
Rocks on the beach
Sand
Rocks
Canon PowerShot S410
PowerShot S410
Stairs up
May 2007
Thai Restaurant
Brualai Taste of Thai Restaurant
Driftwood
June 2007
March 2007
Ducks
Gulls
Lake Ontario
Ice buildup
Ice
Snow
February 2007
January 2007
Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado. The POV of this photo was chosen by wandering about looking for the best view as I neared the top of Flattop. Also. note the buildup of nearby clouds. This panorama is a photomerge of two Kodachrome slides.
Thank you for your views, faves and comments!
The short version of a long story is that I found a 1/25th scale model, by Yorkshire, of a telescoping platform truck that was used for maintaining overhead trolley wires and street lamps.
The model was basic, but well proportioned, so I decided to super detail it along with scratch building a truck bed that the platform would be anchored to.
I then took a 1/25th scale 1939 International truck model, from First Gear, and attached the new truck bed and telescoping platform to the chassis.
Now that the project is competed, it's just a matter of figuring out how to feature this unusual vehicle in a diorama.
To be continued...
Icy buildup on this tree during one of the cold snaps this past winter along with the crust built up over the snow on the ground, make a beautiful foreground for the setting sun coloring the ice mist in the air. This is one of the beautiful effects of Niagara Falls in the winter. via 500px ift.tt/2EjQAaA
This post will contain my 12-7 favorite Marvel movies, and spoilers for them all. Please note that this list is completely opinionated.
12: The Incredible Hulk
I like this movie a lot more than I probably should. The villain is actually interesting and has good motives, the buildup for the Hulk is exciting, and I actually like Edward Norton as Bruce Banner. The graphics are a bit dated, but watching this movie as a kid, I thought the Hulk was real.
11: Captain America the First Avenger
The story, the music, the action, the costumes, the actors; everything is on point in this movie. My only complaint is that it’d be longer with more Howling Commando missions.
10: Ant Man
This is probably one of Marvel’s funniest movies. Louis steals every scene he’s in, and Paul Rudd’s performance as Scott Lang is great. I was introduced to Ant Man being Hank Pym, so it was a bit confusing to see someone else in the suit the first time I saw the movie. The villain is terrible though.
9: Black Panther
I need to see this movie again to get a full opinion on it, but seeing it the first time way back in February was a great experience. Killmonger is probably the best MCU villain to date, Chadwick Boseman (probably spelled that wrong) does great as T’Challa, and seeing the Tolkien White Guys was cool too. My main complaint with the movie is small and kind of insignificant, but I think the CG in the final fight is sloppy. Speaking of the final fight, it takes place in an Underground Railroad O_o
8: Iron Man
This movie and Black Panther are kind of in the same spot, but I’ve seen Iron Man multiple times and have a firm grasp on my thoughts about it. The story is great, RDJ kills it as Tony and should get an Oscar for his performance, the supporting characters are well done, and despite having a mediocre and forgettable villain, Iron Monger is pretty good.
7: Captain America Civil War
This movie makes me think that the Russo Brothers are the best pick for directing Infinity War. They did such a good job with this movie. The pacing, balancing character involvement, the airport fight scene, and the emotional final battle between Stark and Cap are all great, but Black Panther is the best part of the movie, hands down. I actually like his costume in this movie more than in the Black Panther movie.
What do you think of my list? Leave your thoughts down below! Movies 6-1 are tomorrow, so stay tuned for that!
-Totally Awesome
Buildup of cumulus clouds two days ago presaged an unseasonal deluge, helping to fill reservoirs, but flooding low lying areas.
The spring of this year (2019) was wet in northwestern Wyoming and as a result there were numerous mudslides. On Apr 19, 2018, part of the Chief Joseph Highway slipped away. All summer there has been one way traffic in the area of the slide. This fall a construction project to stabilized the highway and rebuild it commenced. They are working around the clock. This photo shows the location of the slide and the work that is underway. Rock and fill is being brought in from a nearby hillside to fill the slide and build up the slope.
Reference: www.kcwy13.com/content/news/Chief-Joseph-Slide-Plan-48386...