Model: Courageous, MM#438262

Photographer: Sean, MM#684173

Lighting: Elinchrom Ranger 'A' head with gold reflector into 4x3 softbox camera left at near-full power. Triggered by Skyports.

Slowly, but surely, I'm learning to D&B.

Like so many of my shots, this looks best on black.

Download a PSD version of this here if you'd like to see how it was done.

58017 leads 50032 'Courageous' past the University of Birmingham with 1S61 07:47 Cardiff Central to Glasgow Central on 25th February 1986

50032 didn't make it to the top of the lickey incline and had to be rescued by 58017.

1S61 was routed via Bristol Parkway and on this day 45108 worked from Cardiff to Gloucester where 50032 took over.

From 11th May 1986 1S61 was re-timed as the 07.35 from Cardiff and didn't stop at Gloucester; from this point it was regularly worked by a pair of 50s, probably to avoid a repeat of the events of this day!

A very smart looking 50 032 Courageous approaches Didcot past the site of Moreton Sidings with 1B46, the 17:05 Paddington - Hereford

Now the site of the electrification depot, this area was derelict in the 1980s and being fenced off from the tracks it was possible to park your car right next to the lines

This little Spinebill is keeping a lookout for much larger New Holland honeyeaters and Red wattle birds, from which it was copping a hard time while trying to feed amongst Grevillea and Banksia. Luckily these dense food bushes also afford it with some protection. It was quite happy to settle within a few metres of me providing it was amongst dense foliage. Although I wonder if it thought proximity to me kept its more belligerent honeyeater cousins at bay. As I observed it from such a close range I felt intimately its nervousness; it had the interesting habit of sipping, then pivoting to check behind, then sipping again, and repeating this process several times before before moving on to another flower or a hideout. In this photo however the little bird is simply resting and assessing its potentially hazardous situation.

Very low light in the bushes, combined with the qualities of my camera gear, forced me to use slow shutter speeds and just hope for a still subject.

An eBay purchase.

courage: the ability to do something that frightens one.

Continuing on with my series featuring Grindelbane students and alumni and their Hogwarts houses, I introduce Dallis MacInnis, a Gryffindor Alumni who now works in St. Mungos’ Grindelbane Academy Wing, caring for students who were once in the same position she was in. The youngest child and only daughter of Carianne and Thomas MacInnis, Dallis was born and raised in the lush country of Scotland where she and her seven… yes seven brothers never had a dull moment venturing through the wilds of their beloved home. With family traditions that included wrangling the Loch Ness Kelpie, the MacInnis family were a tight knit bunch… but with all that family bonding easily comes a feeling of being overwhelmed. After graduating Grindelbane Academy’s Healer Apprenticeship at 19, Dallis and a friend left home and ventured through the European Wizarding World. The pair became animagus together, Dallis taking the form of a red Fennic Fox, and used these animal forms on their journey. After a traumatic run in with a less than legal Wixen Circus, Dallis returned back to her roots in Fledge Rock and took on a job as a healer at the hospital. She lost her hand in a splinching accident but was lucky enough to get a prosthetic made to replace the lost appendage. Dallis is known for being a friendly and bubbly person who is always there with exactly what you need, whether that be a shoulder to cry on, a snack, medical care, or anything in between. She lives in an old converted van next to a pond of Mermish she’s somehow befriended and loves getting visitors both familiar and stranger.

Wearing:

Body: Legacy Female Classic

Head: Genus Baby Face Classic

Skin: [Glam Affair] Hanna Layer [ Genus ] 004 E

Shape: Custom

Eyebrows: Just Magnetized - Natural Eyebrows set 07 for GENUS

Eyes: Buzzeri. Moody Eyes - Choco/Sage (R) + Sage (L)

Face Freckles: WarPaint* IWokeUpLikeThis3 - freckles + blusher

Lipstick: WarPaint* Lip Nectar [set 1] - nude

Eyeshadow: WarPaint* Scintillance eyeshadow - taupe *Now at Anthem!*

Nose Contour: dnadolli.strongNOSECONTOUR

Hair: DOUX - Sins

Courageous Preston Docks 15.02.2014

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“You block your dream when you allow your fear to grow bigger than your faith.”

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Rockets and Missiles wouldn’t stop me for having my bath : - )

Peaceful episode in a war zone…..

Courageous Preston Docks 15.02.2014

Bagnall 16 inch class 0-6-0ST works no 2680 Courageous passes over the Swing Bridge.

The sponge divers of Tarpon Springs, FLA probably didn't have to deal with these "ferocious" sharks .

Back at Fisherman's Terminal after several weeks, and on a new bike. My favourites, the Labrador and Courageous, are still in port but most fishing vessels are still up in Alaska, making the most of the season.

1U48 11.48 Scarborough to York at Oakbutts Farm, Towthorpe, 22nd March 2023.

Class 50 number 50032 "Courageous" at Paddington station on 27th September, 1989.

This locomotive was withdrawn in October, 1990 and scrapped at Old Oak Common TMD in April, 1991.

My courageous cousin and Mum of Munchkin has spent the past four months fighting for her life in hospital. This is a photo I took of her at Kensington Palace on New Year's Eve in 2013. She loves birds and this photo is dedicated to her.

a moment before the storm

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Taken about 300km north of Yellowknife, near Courageous Lake, NWT, on Canada Day. Stopping for a break while picking up supplies.

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Transpennine 68029 "Courageous" stands stabled at York

I'm a dog type, so when my brother told me he had puppies i was overjoyed.

Bagnall CORAGEOUS (w/no. 2680 of 1942) crosses the swingbridge on the RIbble Steam Railway.

In June 1988. I wasn't the photographer, unfortunately!

Memories of the fine art of Vac bashing back in the 80s 😎

I can't recall the exact working, but I've obviously enjoyed a nice fast run from Paddington behind my second-favourite 50 "Courageous" 😍

50032 always stood out from the crowd in NSE livery because of the unique blue nameplate. The loco was a particular favourite of mine, and I was disappointed that she escaped preservation.

Between 1983 and 1991 I spent many happy hours with my friends riding the rails behind the mighty 'Hoovers' or Class 50s on the Paddington-Oxford and Waterloo-Exeter routes, with many a ride and a drink or two in Oxford, regular forays down to Exeter, and on occasion into deepest Cornwall.

My interest in the railways waned permanently around 1990-91 with the demise of the Class 50s, initially from the Paddington-Oxford route in 1990, and finally when they retired from the Waterloo-Exeter services in 1992.

As well as enjoying the thrash, I managed to record many of the trips and railway scenes encountered on film for posterity. Those days are now long gone, but happily the photos remain for me to reminisce over and share ;)

Locomotive History

D432 entered service 13-Jul-68

Renumbered 50032 in 1974

Named 'Courageous' 17-Jul-78

Withdrawn 15-Oct-90

After surviving in service until October 1990, the locomotive was stripped of useful parts at Old Oak Common and then cut up on site by Coopers Metals, along with my least favourite machine 50034 'Furious'. 50032 never carried the later version of NSE livery.

Photo probably by my great bashing friend Tim Proudman :)

You can see a random selection of my railway photos here on Flickriver: www.flickriver.com/photos/themightyhood/random/

Quel courage !

Biarritz, France

The Courageous Spirit of My Favorite Bird: The Robin (Erithacus rubecula)

Known as a "braveheart" for its fearless defense of its territory against rivals much larger than itself, the Robin has a special place in my heart. My admiration for this small bird stems from observing its tenacious spirit and joyful presence. Watching it flit about, singing its cheerful song, fills me with immense joy. It's no surprise that whenever I encounter a Robin during my photography walks, I instinctively press the shutter to capture its charm.

My passion for nature photography began on a snowy day in 2008, in the icy expanse of Peterborough's Nene Park. Bundled up in my goose-down jacket, I spotted a young Robin. With a bit of birdseed left in my pocket, I forged a bond of trust with this tiny creature—a connection that lasted two years. Every visit to the park, it would greet me, eventually growing comfortable enough to take dried mealworms directly from my fingers.

This experience taught me something extraordinary: each Robin's orange breast pattern is unique, much like a fingerprint. I had the privilege of witnessing my little companion grow and mature, an unforgettable chapter in my life. When it suddenly disappeared, I sought answers and learned how brief their lives can be due to various natural factors. That knowledge only deepened my fascination and appreciation for these remarkable birds.

Yesterday, as I entered Bradgate Park, a vibrant, young Robin greeted me from the fence. Its lively demeanor and melodic song seemed to beckon me to follow, so I did. Under the golden glow of the autumn midday sun, I captured five unique shots of this delightful bird. I am thrilled to share these moments with you today.

So, here is my star of the day—this spirited Robin. I hope you enjoy its beauty as much as I do. Wishing you a wonderful weekend ahead!

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.

Thank you so much for visiting my gallery, whether you leave a comment, add it to your favorites, or simply take a moment to look around. Your support means a lot to me, and I wish you good luck and beautiful light in all your endeavors.

© All rights belong to R.Ertuğ. Please refrain from using these images without my express written permission. If you are interested in purchasing or using them, feel free to contact me via Flickr mail.

Lens - With Nikon TC 14E II - hand held or Monopod and definitely SPORT VR on. Aperture is f8 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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This is a B/W photograph of Pericles’s bust (sculpture 549): Roman, 2nd century AD copy (from Hadrian’s villa in Tivoli, Italy / Townley collection) of a lost Greek original of c.440–430 BC. The British Museum, London.

Pericles (c.495–429 BC, Periklēs, Περικλῆς) was probably the most respected, influential and important statesman and leader of Athens during the “Athenian Golden age” (5th century BC, between Persian and Peoloponnesian wars), aka “The Age of Pericles.” He was also an eloquent orator and a successful general of Athens. He was intimately connected with the building programme on top of the Acropolis that witnessed the construction preeminently of the Parthenon. He died in 429 BC of the infamous epidemic (caused by salmonella spp.) that broke out then and devastated Athens. His legacy still survives in the literary and artistic works of the Golden Age.

This is an idealistic image of Pericles as a model of a citizen soldier, with a military helmet on his head, presented as “καλὸς κἀγαθός” (fair of face and sound of heart).

Quotes:

—Happiness depends on being free and freedom depends on being courageous—Pericles

τὸ εὔδαιμον τὸ ἐλεύθερον, τό δ' ἐλεύθερον τὸ εὔψυχον (last 3 words displayed in the emblem of Hellenic Army)

—For famous men have the whole earth as their memorial

/ alternative translation:

The whole Earth is the Sepulchre of famous men

ἀνδρῶν ἐπιφανῶν πᾶσα γῆ τάφος

(Pericles’s Funeral Oration)

—Time is the wisest counsellor of all.

The Courageous Spirit of My Favorite Bird: The Robin (Erithacus rubecula)

Known as a "braveheart" for its fearless defense of its territory against rivals much larger than itself, the Robin has a special place in my heart. My admiration for this small bird stems from observing its tenacious spirit and joyful presence. Watching it flit about, singing its cheerful song, fills me with immense joy. It's no surprise that whenever I encounter a Robin during my photography walks, I instinctively press the shutter to capture its charm.

My passion for nature photography began on a snowy day in 2008, in the icy expanse of Peterborough's Nene Park. Bundled up in my goose-down jacket, I spotted a young Robin. With a bit of birdseed left in my pocket, I forged a bond of trust with this tiny creature—a connection that lasted two years. Every visit to the park, it would greet me, eventually growing comfortable enough to take dried mealworms directly from my fingers.

This experience taught me something extraordinary: each Robin's orange breast pattern is unique, much like a fingerprint. I had the privilege of witnessing my little companion grow and mature, an unforgettable chapter in my life. When it suddenly disappeared, I sought answers and learned how brief their lives can be due to various natural factors. That knowledge only deepened my fascination and appreciation for these remarkable birds.

Yesterday, as I entered Bradgate Park, a vibrant, young Robin greeted me from the fence. Its lively demeanor and melodic song seemed to beckon me to follow, so I did. Under the golden glow of the autumn midday sun, I captured five unique shots of this delightful bird. I am thrilled to share these moments with you today.

So, here is my star of the day—this spirited Robin. I hope you enjoy its beauty as much as I do. Wishing you a wonderful weekend ahead!

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.

Thank you so much for visiting my gallery, whether you leave a comment, add it to your favorites, or simply take a moment to look around. Your support means a lot to me, and I wish you good luck and beautiful light in all your endeavors.

© All rights belong to R.Ertuğ. Please refrain from using these images without my express written permission. If you are interested in purchasing or using them, feel free to contact me via Flickr mail.

Lens - With Nikon TC 14E II - hand held or Monopod and definitely SPORT VR on. Aperture is f8 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 -

Your comments and criticism are very valuable.

Thanks for taking the time to stop by and explore :)

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DRS Class 68 'Courageous' propelling Trans Pennine set TP04 on 1U31 0729 Manchester Piccadilly to Scarborough at Church Fenton.

50032 "Courageous" in Horton Road siding, Gloucester awaiting its next turn of duty, details of which, I didn't record, but from the sun angle it was a fairly early morning photograph. The brown earth embankment behind is now Metz Way. 14th April 1983.

50 032 Courageous waits at Penzance to work 2C88, the 18:30 to Plymouth

50 032 Courageous calls at Leamington Spa hauling 1M07, the 14:50 Paddington - Liverpool

Kind but courageous, friendly but dignified, the Bulldog is a thick-set, low-slung, well-muscled bruiser whose 'sourmug' face is the universal symbol of courage and tenacity. These docile, loyal companions adapt well to town or country.

You can't mistake a Bulldog for any other breed. The loose skin of the head, furrowed brow, pushed-in nose, small ears, undershot jaw with hanging chops on either side, and the distinctive rolling gait

On a bright January morning 50 032 Courageous thunders through Tilehurst hauling the morning Old Oak Common - Oxford ECS. I believe the diagram saw it returning on 1F29, the 10:55 Oxford - Paddington

50 032 Courageous brings 1C38, the 11:35 Paddington - Paignton through the reverse curves at Wolfhall

Bagnall (2680) 'Courageous' with Victorian Carriage. Ribble Steam Railway Autumn Gala.

William Bagnall 'Courageous' heads past the exchange loops for the bitumen traffic alongside Navigation Way on the Preston Docks branch of the Ribble Steam Railway on Sunday 11th September 2016.

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Do you remember when Norton Junction near Worcester was one of 'the' locations in the area for photographing trains departing Worcester for the Cotswolds or Cheltenham. Sadly this view has become increasingly overgrown and is achieveable as a virtual head on.

This is a London Paddington bound service around 4-5pm.

Apologies for the relatively poor quality of this photo which is a scan from a colour negative- a transparency would I suspect have been of improved quality.

68029 glistens at Scarborough on Saturday 20 November 2021 prior to departing with the 15:34 to Manchester Victoria,

68029, 'Courageous' passing Malton with the '1U31 0729 Manchester Piccadilly to Scarborough' TPE service on 13th January 2023.

Experimenting a bit, wasn`t going to upload this but well...

I really like the look of a class 68 CAT in Transpennine Express livery on a freight and today 68029 Courageous does the honours on the 6K05 Carlisle to Crewe engineers train hauling a rake of MHA wagons through Balshaw Lane Junction in Lancashire.