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Observing this macaque in a moment of quiet contemplation, I was struck by the profound humanity visible in its upward gaze. There's something deeply moving about the way these intelligent primates pause and seem to reflect on their world, looking skyward as if searching for answers or simply lost in thought.
I chose dramatic black and white lighting to emphasize the sculptural beauty of this remarkable face and to create an intimate connection with the viewer. The low-key approach strips away distractions, focusing entirely on the emotion and intelligence visible in those soulful eyes and gentle expression.
What captivated me was the universal quality of this moment - that sense of wonder or contemplation that transcends species barriers. This macaque's upward gaze reminded me of our own human tendency to look to the heavens when we're pondering life's mysteries or simply appreciating a beautiful moment.
My intention was to capture more than just a wildlife photograph, but rather a portrait that reveals the emotional depth and individual personality of this remarkable creature, hoping to inspire greater appreciation for the complex inner lives of our primate relatives.
A scene that feels both intimate and spontaneous telling a small story about trust, warmth, and childhood mischief.
📍 Lisbon, Portugal
📅 March 2026
📷 Canon R8 + RF 50mm
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Europe - UK - England - Cornwall - Land's End - Penn an Wlas - Pedn an Wlas - Mainland Britain's most westerly point and one of the country's most famous landmarks, with 200 foot high granite cliffs that rise out of the Atlantic Ocean
End of May or June are great months to visit this wonderful special place as the sun set north enough to appear behind the arch, plus the wonderful Sea Pink or Purple Sea Thrift Flower is in full bloom everywhere along the cliffs. All you need is just the right amount of clouds for bit of color and not too much wind which somehow seem to be part of this dramatic location at all times.
UK is blessed with such spectacular coastline, Cornwall is an amazing place to explore, but if you are curious to see how Dorset or Scotland looks in motion, check :
► REMOTE ISLE OF PORTLAND IN DORSET, UK - Timelapse Video - 4K
► SPECTACULAR JURASSIC COAST IN DORSET, UK - Timelapse Video - 4K
► SCOTLAND IN MOTION, UNITED KINGDOM - Timelapse Video
Camera Model: Canon EOS 5DS; Lens: EF16-35mm f/4L IS USM; Focal length: 16.00 mm; Aperture: 9.0; Exposure time: 30.0 s; ISO: 200
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The groundbreaking design of Kuwait's National Assembly building was designed by Jorn Utzon, the internationally renowned Danish architect and winner of the Pritzker Prize, architecture's highest honor after he won the competition for the Sydney Opera House in 1956. Design of the Kuwaiti parliament building is made of concrete and its shape evokes a series of large tents, traditional meeting places for Kuwait's Bedouin nomads. The building has had its share of criticism with some architectural intellectuals mocking it's grandiose modernity as a lame attempt at projecting the image of modernity by a not so modern state. "I reject such criticism; that is intellectual snobbery. Utzon created an image which is a real reflection of Kuwait's combination of old and new," said Abu Mohammed. After many months of the Iraqi occupation and the Gulf War, the Assembly building was left severely damaged. Immediately after the war's conclusion, the United States Army Corp of Engineers worked in conjunction with the Kuwait Emergency Recovery Office to rebuild it. The cost of repairing and restoring the grand building was $68 million. "Seeing Parliament's building back in shape was priceless.
On May 18th 2009 - there were some great news for women in the conservative Persian Gulf: Kuwaitis elected their first-ever women lawmakers [second item] to parliament. Voters in four districts elevated women into parliamentary jobs. It's believed to be the first time women have been elected to serve as lawmakers in any of the oil-rich Gulf monarchies.
Kuwaiti women were only granted the right to vote in 2005.
news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/middle_east/8053088.stm
Camera Model: Canon EOS 5D Mark II, Lens: EF17-40mm f/4L USM, Photo Focal length: 23.00 mm, Aperture: 18, Exposure time: 30.0 s, ISO: 50
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That quiet moment when becoming feels heavier than staying the same.
There is a moment in adolescence where silence becomes louder than words.
Where thoughts pile up behind the eyes, and the world feels too heavy to answer all at once.
This portrait is about that in-between space, caught between who you were and who you are becoming. The hands aren’t hiding the face as much as they are holding everything together. The gaze remains steady, searching, unresolved. Not defeated, just listening.
Growing up is rarely loud or dramatic. More often, it is internal. A quiet negotiation with doubt, expectation, and identity. This image lives in that pause, where strength hasn’t fully formed yet, but neither has surrender.
Created using a blend of digital art techniques, this piece was initially rendered in Midjourney, capturing the isolated beauty of a remote aerodrome in a cold desert steppe. Post-production enhancements were meticulously applied in Photoshop, adding depth, contrast, and a vivid interplay of light and shadow to bring this minimalist yet evocative scene to life.
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The Masmak (Qasr al-Masmak قصر المصمك) is a clay and mud-brick fort, with four watch towers and thick walls, founded on stone blocks, lying in the center of Riyadh, in the old quarters. This building played a major part in the kingdom's history, as it was here that the recapture of Riyadh, led by Ibn Saud, occurred on 14 January 1902. This building was built around 1865 under the reign of Mohammed ibn Abdullah ibn Rasheed (1289-1315 AH), the ruler of Ha'il to the north, who had wrested control of the city from the rival clan of Al Saud. In January 1902 the young Amir Abd al-Aziz ibn Abd al-Rahman ibn Faisal Al Saud, who was at the time living in exile in Kuwait succeeded in capturing the Masmak fortress from its Rashid garrison. The event, which restored Al Saud control over Riyadh, has acquired almost mythical status in the history of Saudi Arabia and has been retold many times, but has as its central theme the heroism and bravery of the future King Abd al-Aziz.
Today the fort is one among several buildings that form the King Abd al-Aziz Historical Centre, a series of restored buildings in Riyadh. Centennial celebrations were held in 1999. It's palm tree gate is of 3.65m high per 2.65m wide. There is an opening on the center of the door, called al-Khokha, which is just big enough for one pass to pass at a time, and is a feature design to enforce the security by allowing people in and out without opening the door. The castle also encloses a mosque and a well. The watch towers are circular and 18m high. The walls are 1.25m thick, pierced with narrow cylindric openings used to fire from inside for defense. The square-base shaped Al-Murabba tower in the center dominates the building.
Camera Model: Canon EOS 5D Mark II; Lens: EF17-40mm f/4L USM; Focal length: 28.00 mm; Aperture: 9.0; Exposure time: 1/160 s; ISO: 1600
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A striking black-and-white portrait capturing a quiet, introspective moment. The subject looks downward with a calm, thoughtful expression, while dramatic directional lighting creates a beautiful interplay of highlights and deep shadows across her face, shoulders, and torso. The minimalist composition and monochrome treatment give the photograph a timeless, fine-art quality.
She is portrayed braless in a simple ribbed tank top, adding to the natural, understated feeling of the portrait. The contrast between the soft highlights and rich shadows emphasizes the texture of the fabric and the graceful lines of her pose. The clean background keeps the focus entirely on the subject, creating an intimate study of light, mood, and form.
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Europe - UK - England - Cornwall - Bodmin Moor - Cheesewring (Keuswask) near Minions - Granite tor on Stowe's Hill - Natural geological formation, rock outcrop of granite slabs formed by weathering. The name derives from resemblance of piled slabs to "cheesewring", press-like device that was once used to make cheese
This was one of those incredible sunsets that any photographer dreams about, especially as it seemingly came out of nowhere after a long dull day. It just shows, it is always good to be ready and out there ! Unfortunately it was so super windy that it would have been impossible to use tripod for steady shots at low ISO. I always love those weather forecast descriptions - they called it a "fresh breeze" ! I wonder what "strong wind" would feel like. I could hardly keep my feet on the ground, so all photos had to be taken hand held while praying they'll be sharp enough !
Camera Model: Canon EOS 5DS; Lens: EF16-35mm f/4L IS USM; Focal length: 21.00 mm; Aperture: 4.0; Exposure time: 1/30 s; ISO: 400
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FR Regard en clair-obscur, suspendu entre confidence et énigme.
La pose effleure le silence, chaque geste retenu comme un secret à demi révélé.
La lumière sculpte le mystère, glisse sur la peau et s’arrête dans les yeux là où tout commence, et rien ne se dit vraiment.
EN A chiaroscuro gaze, suspended between confession and enigma.
The pose brushes against silence, each gesture held like a half-revealed secret.
Light carves the mystery, sliding across the skin and settling in the eyes where everything begins, and nothing is ever fully said.
Fish Lake is about 15 kilometres southwest of, and 300 metres higher than, Whitehorse in southern Yukon. Downtown Whitehorse is, itself, approximately 640 m (2,100 ft) above sea level. Fish Lake has an average water depth of about 16 meters with a maximum depth of about 37 metres. At only 11 kms long, it is a relatively small Lake. All of that said, Fish Lake is big on beauty, especially when the sky gets as dramatic as it was today. An approaching rain storm, along with lots of spring colour made for a spectacular scene. Note all of the yellow flowers (Marsh ragwort (Senecio congestus)) growing along its margins.
This photo was taken using the Canon EOS R and RF 24-105mm f/4.0 L. The finished image was processed from raw in Adobe Lightroom.
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A very blustery day with fleeting sunny spots and a stormy looking sky over Holwick as seen from Middle Side
I wondered around yesterday evening looking for something interesting to photograph... Stumbled across this field full of milkweed and a few indian paintbrush blooms and believe it or not the light cooperated with me!!!! I thought it turned out kinda nice. Thanks for stopping by and hope you have a great week!........This is one of those shots that really does look better when viewed large!
This image captures a quiet, intimate moment — a pair of everyday slippers resting on tiled flooring under a single, directional light source. Shot late at night (18 Jan 2026, 23:51), the composition uses strong contrast between light and shadow to transform a simple domestic object into a minimal, almost cinematic scene.
Photographed with a mobile device (M2103K19I) at 1/33 sec, f/1.79, ISO 156, 4.70mm, the low-light conditions and angled illumination create deep shadows and textured highlights across the tiles. The placement of light draws attention to the geometric lines and negative space, while the slippers subtly anchor the frame — suggesting presence without a person.
Creative intent:
The goal was to explore minimalism, solitude, and quiet human presence through everyday objects. By isolating the subject in darkness and allowing light to reveal only part of the scene, the image invites interpretation — between stillness and story.
📍 Technical Details:
Camera: M2103K19I
Aperture: f/1.79
Shutter Speed: 1/33 sec
ISO: 156
Focal Length: 4.70mm
Lighting: Single-source artificial light
📌 Location: Indoor home environment
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captured at the riem arcaden in munich, this shot encapsulates the interplay between architecture and human movement. the striking geometry of the glass bridge, combined with the silhouettes of the figures, creates a scene that feels both structured and fleeting. reflections in the glass and the sharp contrasts of light and shadow add layers of depth, making the viewer pause to consider the unseen stories of those crossing paths. it’s a moment that embodies the rhythm of city life—where every movement is framed within the urban canvas.
© 2014 Thousand Word Images by Dustin Abbott
There are few more enchanting places than the boardwalk along the citadel in Quebec City. There are few buildings that I have ever seen with the charm of the Chateau Frontenac. It is known as the most photographed hotel in the world...and hopefully you can see why here. We were blessed with wonderful light after a thunderstorm that made for a magical scene.
Technical information Canon EOS 6D, Tamron 28-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di VC PZD, Processed in Adobe Lightroom 5 and Photoshop CC, Alien Skin Exposure 6
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A lone barn and tree stand against the rolling hills, as dark clouds gather and a curtain of rain sweeps across the valley. In this fleeting moment, light and shadow collide — a landscape caught between calm and the full breath of the storm.
Paul Buff Alienbee b1600 with a Fotodiox Pro 5ft Octabox powered by Vegabond mini and triggered by Pixel King pro. www.bradwedgewoodphotography.com
Lighting: 1'x5' stripbank with an egg crate grid on AB1600 (left behind the model), 22x90 cm stripbank on AB1600 (right), 22" beauty dish with a 30° grid on AB1600 (top right), SB900 with a gridded snoot (by the camera top right).
— All triggered by Radiopopper JrX system
Model: Lili Tee, MM#1395782
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Water reservoir near Simi La pass, 30 km south-east of Gyantse, Tibet, China.
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Sinister lighting conditions on the remains of the now derelict High Stonygill Farm, also marked on a 1964 Ordnance Survey map as Stony Gill High House, near Middleton in Teesdale.
A silent meditation on memory, transmission and human fragility.
Beneath the elegance of the staircase, the sculpture appears suspended between strength and sorrow, as if carrying the invisible burden of generations.
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UK - Scotland - Inner Hebrides - Isle of Skye - View over the Rugged and Rocky Coast from Flodigarry
Camera Model: Canon EOS 5D Mark II; Lens: EF70-200mm f/4L IS USM; Focal length: 75.00 mm; Aperture: 5.6; Exposure time: 1/160 s; ISO: 160
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This photo captures a rose in Haryana, India, during evening low light with dramatic shadows and selective illumination.
Shot on a smartphone camera (M2103K191) at 1/120 sec · f/1.79 · ISO 63 · 4.70 mm; handheld, no tripod, no filters.
My intent was to portray the rose in an unconventional, moody form by emphasizing its textured petals and exposed stamens under controlled low light. The shallow depth of field and darkness isolate the subject, transforming a familiar flower into an abstract, emotional study.
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This photo holds the moment when the lines begin to move, not just across your skin, but into your spirit. They mesmerize, like whispers of a pattern you’ve known. It’s as if the light is sending a message to your future self, a quiet reminder to align, to be present, to flow with the rhythm of life. In these shadows and stripes, there’s order, there’s chaos, and there’s you, somewhere between, becoming whole.