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A stunning aerial view of a barren desert landscape in namibia, where rugged mountain ridges merge with soft, flowing sand dunes. The warm tones and dramatic lighting emphasize the vastness and raw beauty of this untouched natural wonder.
SomeWhere between silence and a smile
BnW Portrait. Lightand shadow elements were creatively enhanced during post-processing...
This was in my opinion the best sunset of the summer in South Florida. Had a few images left over
so I thought I'd add them here...before the Winter season. Thanks for looking ~ Florida Everglades
A fictional face in three views: profile, frontal portrait, and half-profile.
AI-generated and refined into a monochrome triptych study.
AI note: AI-generated / AI-enhanced portrait study. The depicted woman is fictional.
Sunset ~ Florida Everglades U.S.A.
South Florida ~ Palm Beach County
Fire Light Sunset ~ Summer 2015
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A rather splendid view from Harwood. Peghorn Lodge farm with a meadow full of Marsh Marigolds in front of it slightly right of centre, Widdybank Fell behind it. Mickle Fell behind that in the distance and Cronkley Scar in a patch of sunshine center left. And what a sky! Taken on the last day of meterological spring - 31 May 2026
A cinematic black-and-white fashion study: a woman in a long black dress stands in a marble lobby at night, framed by columns, stairs, polished stone and deep architectural shadows. The mood is cool, elegant and controlled — less romantic than theatrical, less soft than sovereign.
AI-assisted image, inspired by classic high-fashion photography, film noir atmosphere and the dramatic tension of night interiors.
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This ger was the first place we have stopped for lunch on our trip. You can notice the board sign on above the entrance in the very right corner. I wanted to take a photo from the front to show you hand painted coca cola sign, but then those beautiful clouds would not come up right. Mongolia is amazing country of vast steps and nothing around.
These structures are commonly called the ger or yurt. It is one of the two basic forms of portable housing that have been used by the nomads of Tibet, Mongolia and China since the time of Marco Polo. It remains today as the primary form of portable housing in Mongolia and Tibet.
The ger of the thirteenth century nomad was a circular structure measuring twelve to fifteen feet in diameter. Its walls were a five foot tall latticework, called a khana, made of willow branches that were lashed together with yak or horsehair twine. Willow poles were lashed to the top of the wall section and were brought together at the top to form a conical shaped roof. A single upright pole supported the peak of the roof.
Gers were covered with several panels of felt made of either goat or camel hair. The gers of thirteenth century Tibet were structurally the same as their Mongolian counterparts, and were covered with felts made from yak hair rather than goat. The number of layers of felt varied, depending on the season. Felts were soaked in either tallow or milk to repel moisture. The gers of wealthier nomads were much larger, and were coated with lime or white clay mixed with powdered bone, again white being a symbol of status. Those who were not as wealthy painted decorations around the smoke hole of their natural brown-black tents. The panels were then secured to the framework of the ger with ropes. The doorway, which always faced south, was covered with a flap of felt, which was either painted or appliquéd with multi-colored designs of birds, animals, vines and trees.
Camera Model: Canon EOS 350D DIGITAL; Lens: 18.00 - 200.00 mm; Focal length: 18.00 mm; Aperture: 14; Exposure time: 1/500 s; ISO: 200
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When I first started out in photography I photographed my cousins band Humungous Douglas. I would carry all of my medium format film gear and lights down to the practice room where the band rehearsed. The practice room was under an old fort and we would shoot for an hour after practice had finished. Rich was the lead singer of HD and it was great to catch up with him all these years later and to see that he's still making music.
Shot with Bowens and Nikon equipment.
Thanks to Chris W for his assistance on the shoot.
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It's that time of year again! My apartment gets really dramatic shadows on the walls for about fifteen minutes a day. I got distracted while cleaning my room. Maybe I should finish doing that now....
Sort of a sequel to last year's kitchen shadows.
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Asia - Nepal - Pokhara Valley - Lake Phewa - Pokhara - Lovely lakeside village, with colorful boats sailing through the water
Pokhara is lovely lakeside village, with colorful boats sailing through the water, smiling villagers and an air of peace and relaxation, compared to the chaos of Kathmandu. If you are lucky, on a clear day, you will see the most spectacular view of the snow covered mountains. This is the starting point to many treks, but if you just want to sit and stare at the lake, you will be perfectly content.
Pokhara is situated in the northwestern corner of the Pokhara Valley, which is a widening of the Seti Gandaki valley The Seti River and its tributaries have dug impressive canyons into the valley floor, which are only visible from higher viewpoints or from the air. The Pokhara Valley is one of the most picturesque spots of Nepal. The beauty of the valley is enhanced by its lakes Phewa, Begnas and Rupa which have their source in the glacial region of the Annapurna range of the Himalayas. Pokhara is situated 200 km west of Katmandu at an altitude of 900 meter only from the sea level. For the mountain viewers Pokhara offers the magnificent views of Machhapuchre (fishtail shape), 5 peaks of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Himalchuli and others. Pokhara is one the few places in the world to provide such a dramatic views in a subtropical setting. From Pokhara you can do the trekking in Annapurna region, Dhaulagiri region & Mustang area from 3 /4 days to 4/5 weeks depending on your time, budget and your physical fitness.
Camera Model: PENTAX K20D; Lens: Sigma or Tamron Lens; Focal length: 14.00 mm; Aperture: 27; Exposure time: 30.0 s; ISO: 100
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The Burj Al Arab (Arabic: برج العرب, literally, Tower of the Arabs) is a luxury hotel located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. At 321 metres (1,053 ft), it is the second tallest building used exclusively as a hotel, after Rose Tower, also in Dubai. The Burj Al Arab stands on an artificial island 280 metres (919 ft) out from Jumeirah beach, and is connected to the mainland by a private curving bridge. It is an iconic structure, designed to symbolize Dubai's urban transformation and to mimic the sail of a boat.
Burj Al Arab characterizes itself as the world's only "7-star" property, a designation considered by travel professionals to be hyperbole. There is not much one can do about composition, so it is not the most original shot by far, however it is surely a place I had on my list of places to visit for long time.
Camera Model: PENTAX K20D; Focal length: 14.00 mm; Aperture: 8.0; Exposure time: 30.0 s; ISO: 100
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There’s a moment between breath and thought when the world goes silent and something raw rises to the surface. That is the place this portrait lives. A gaze that refuses to hide, framed in shadow and red, holding equal parts fearlessness and exhaustion. It is the storm behind the eyes that tells the truth long before words ever manage to. A study in stillness. A portrait shaped by darkness and light. A reminder that even quiet hearts burn with their own fierce and complicated fire.
A captivating portrait of a young woman, @celine.in.frame, captured with dramatic lighting by @stephanemossephoto. Her piercing blue eyes stand out against the chiaroscuro effect, as light and shadow play across her features and black sheer top, creating an intense and artistic mood.
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Very strong late autumn sunshine highlights this group of Scots Pines on the hiilside above Ettersgill with a dark sky background adding drama.
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During the summer this year there had been a lot of secondary smoke in Vancouver, British Columbia. At one point over 550 forest fires were active in the province and the weather patterns brought the smoke to the coast. Though at times there were health risks it all made for splendid images.
During my exposes this unexpected guest came into the frame.
The smoke was so think the sun was completely obscured before making it to the horizon.
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Dramatic conditions with strong sunshine on part of Harwood in the foreground, Cronkley Scar and Widdybank Fell partially lit and Murton Fell rising in the background
Speleology guide confronts teen girl, after facing her limits during a cave exploration.
Replaced with re-edited version after 13y.
A quiet flame unfolds in petals—
gold at its heart, kissed by crimson edges,
like dusk holding onto the last breath of day.
Suspended in darkness, the rose does not fade—
it glows, softly defiant,
a whisper of warmth in a world gone still.
I captured this iconic bronze sculpture on the jetty of Palavas-les-Flots, where a group of fishermen point towards the open sea. The black and white treatment emphasizes the dramatic poses of the figures and the textures of the bronze against the clean lines of the lighthouse and railings. I love how the small silhouettes of people sitting on either side give a perfect sense of scale to this powerful monument. A timeless scene from this little Mediterranean coastal town just minutes from Montpellier.
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The view from Bail Hill above Mickleton looking up the dale towards a snowy Harwood in the far distance (where the snow line starts) and Ettersgill a little closer just right of centre. The lower end of Lunedale in bright sunshine is in the foreground. A wintry sky signals a heavy snow shower approaching.
Subject: Moai #R-1400
Date of Carving: Approx. 1400–1650 CE
Height: over 3 meters
Material: Volcanic tuff with red scoria topknot (pukao)
Charge: Standing watch for eternity.
Known Aliases: “Ancestor,” “Silent Sentinel,” “Stone Sovereign”
Last Seen: Ahu platform, Easter Island (Rapa Nui)
As the intensity fades, the landscape settles into a softer palette.
📍 Portimão, Portugal
📅 May 2026
📷 Canon R8 + RF 100-400
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My next image takes us back to the Mizushima Industrial Complex.
I’m not entirely sure why I keep finding myself drawn to heavy industry whenever I’m in Japan, especially considering we have similar industrial sites here in Europe. Perhaps it’s because Japan seems to offer more vantage points from which these places can truly be observed and appreciated.
For most people, it might seem strange to stand and admire an industrial complex, but for me there’s something deeply captivating about it. The towering turbines, smoking chimneys, and the occasional burst of flame cutting through the darkness. The relative stillness around you, while somewhere in the distance the whole structure hums with life — scraping steel, squealing bearings, hissing pipes, metallic echoes rolling through the air.
It’s an immense machine that never truly sleeps.
There’s also something undeniably futuristic about it, as if you’ve stepped onto another planet. In moments like these, I’m a little kid again, completely lost in imagination.
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Very strong foreground sunshine on a country road with a hefty squall approaching. Near Wycliffe, Teesdale
In this black-and-white composition, the ropes symbolize the invisible forces that shape and bind our thoughts. Are we held by external hands or by the intricate webs we weave within our own minds?
Sunset ~ grackle ~ South Florida U.S.A.
Baca Raton, Florida ~ Florida Everglades
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Altocumulus castellanus clouds seen from altitude in a scenic black and white aerial view. With silver linings, dramatic light patterns reveal towering structures across the sky. The perspective highlights the grandeur and beauty of these rare cloud formations. © 2026 David Oppenheimer - Performance Impressions aerial photography archives
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Gestern Abend – die letzten Sonnenstrahlen trafen auf mächtige Wolken. Ein stiller Moment, in dem sich Licht, Farbe und Atmosphäre zu einem eindrucksvollen Schauspiel vereinten. Unzählige Variationen wechselten im Minutentakt und verliehen der blauen Stunde eine ganz besondere Magie.
Last night – the final rays of sunlight struck clouds. A quiet moment where light, color, and atmosphere merged into a breathtaking spectacle. Countless variations shifted by the minute, lending the blue hour a unique and magical touch.
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Strong sunshine - and the hole in the cloud cover which created it - lights up the conservation village of Barningham, County Durham.
Just over a week ago from almost exactly the same viewpoint:
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Some portraits are about expression.
Others are about presence.
This one is about the quiet strength that exists without needing to prove itself.
Portrait of Iris Blok.
Time to get the horses into the barn on a ranch in the Sandhills of Nebraska. The storm was approaching from the north and it meant business. The guys were out putting up hay when they saw it coming and started getting the horses under shelter in a hurry. I'll always remember the afternoon, the great light that gave way to a morbid green as the storm overtook us, the postures of the cowboys, and the smell of the approaching rain. Don't always get these moments in life.
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