Vase in dark colors,

used: Filter Forge, Photoshop

A curious tree trunk modified to look like a creature

A beautiful September morning in Alaska reminds me of that old song "September Morn" sung by Neil Dimond.

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I managed to sneak my camera lens into the center of an artificial autumn bouquet, and found berries smaller than a 1/4 of an inch. With the right lighting, it looked like I was surrounded by a magical Lilliputian world.

I uploaded this image to include in my "White" album series... previously 'Explored' under "garussell11", this image will be included in other groups only if invited.

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Since the summer season is so short in Alaska, container gardening is very popular. I spotted this pretty little corner in bloom recently, and just was drawn to the vibrant colors. Now when falling temperatures claim the flowers - I will have this photo as a reminder of the soft days of summer.

Beautiful Water Lily

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Original photo + Filter Forge 12

Lilypad Whiteface,

Used: Filter Forge, Photoshop

High on a hill surrounded by magnificent scenery - these two cabins sit abandoned. I'd love to know their story.

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For: New! ~ Challenge # 56.0 ~ B&W ~ Monochrome ~ SOTN ~

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Rainbow-flower,

Own photo used Filter Forge, Photoshop

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Frosty is happy to be out of his box and joining the holiday celebrations.

*( Posted for Sliders Sunday - Post processed to the MAX! ) HSS!

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Caribou Creek is surrounded by a steep climb and decent on both sides. Doc found a place to pull off under a bridge, and I hopped out to capture this image. Where I stood, Dall sheep were playing and foraging earlier in the week.

When you live in rural Alaska - it is almost like living in a humongous zoo. You never know what kind of wildlife will pop out of the forest.

Barn Swallow,

used: Filter Forge, Photoshop

Lovely Rose

Follow me home and we'll have a "mug-up".

("Mug-up" is an Alaskan term for a nice hot mug of your favorite beverage.)

Wishing all of my Flickr friends a wonderfully happy weekend.

** Image taken along the path leading to our cabin. (Best viewed large.)

Flowerpower,

used: Filter Forge, Photoshop > 16 layers

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As we slide ever so gently into the month of October, I find myself closing the blinds shortly after dinner, and curling up by the fireside. A hush falls over the wilderness, and only the sound of an owl can be heard in the distance. A moose walks silently by our cabin window, and I marvel at how such a big beast can move about so quietly.

As I take yet another sip from my cup of warm cocoa - I reach out for my latest novel, and in the glow of the firelight, I get lost once again in the story of another time and place.

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Crows over landscape,

2 photos mixed together,

used: photoshop and Filter Forge

Giraffe,

used: Photoshop, Filter Forge