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just another Western Marsh Harrier, fascinating birds
Nog een van een bruine kiekendief, fascinerende vogels
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Fascinating to watch this Native Hawaiian making his own fishing net.
From my recent Hawaii Archives.
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Street photography from Glasgow, Scotland.
Colour re-edit of a shot from April 2018. Wishing you all a fantastic long weekend of photography - stay safe and keep the shutters clicking!
I was fascinating by the Midnight Sun story twenty years ago, so I packed my backpack and went to the furthest point in Norway. Unfortunately, the weather was terrible when I arrived, and I missed seeing that. It wasn't until 2008, then I went to Iceland and finally experienced it.
It was my first night in Reykjavík, the capital of Iceland. As I followed my lonely planet guide, I bumped into a group of teenagers, and they showed me around local landmarks, and I saw this beautiful church, during major restoration at the time.
Hallgrímskirkja is a Lutheran (Church of Iceland) parish church in Reykjavík, Iceland. At 73 metres (244 ft), it is the largest church in Iceland and named after the Icelandic poet and clergyman Hallgrímur Pétursson (1614 to 1674), author of the Passion Hymns.[2]
it also serves as an observation tower. An observer can take a lift up to the viewing deck and view Reykjavík and the surrounding mountains.
Always fascinating to watch these beautiful birds of prey hunting (Western Marsh Harrier; Bruine Kiekendief)
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Hadn't thought too much about dragonflies so had to google them. What fascinating creatures!
Wiki says Dragonflies first appeared during the Early Jurassic period, evolving from ancient insect relatives known as griffinflies, which lived around 300 million years ago. Their unique adaptations and long evolutionary history have made them some of the most efficient aerial predators today.
Watched a couple of clips and they spend large part of their lives as a nymph which, made me think of the Alien out of the Alien movies. The good part is they eats around 40 mosquito larvae a day!
I'm not going anywhere near asking if you would prefer a dragon the size of a fly (that would be so cool) or a fly the size of a dragon (that would be not cool!)
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A Common kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) was framed moments before her flight. It might not be the perfect perching for her for a great frame but the Bokeh backdrop and the colours of the bird made a delightful composition. Sheer beautiful combination was the pose of the colourful bird and the prime lens Bokeh on the green! Pics was taken from Purbasthali, West Bengal, India.
HNLMS Abraham Crijnssen, HNLMS Schorpioen, Dutch Navy Museum, Dan Helder
If you admire stories of unlikely survival like I do, the history of the Abraham Crijnssen is fascinating, and also an example of the ingenuity which is common throughout Dutch history. This ship, like the other ships of the Dutch East Indies surface fleet that attempted to defend Java in February 1942, should be at the bottom of the Java Sea right now, except for the crafty if unconventional ingenuity of its captain -- who took the game of Dress Up to a whole new level...
The Battle of the Java Sea was a horrific disaster for the Allies, who lost 10 major ships and 2300 sailors. The Imperial Japanese Navy only lost 36 sailors, no ships. In the aftermath and fall of Java, the Abraham Crijnssen was ordered to retreat to Australia, a perilous week-long trip which would leave the ship, which was slow and lacked modern air defenses, an easy target for air strikes. Imperial Navy aircraft had already sunk many Allied ships at the time. Entrusted with the lives of 10 officers, 48 sailors and a female nurse, the captain knew that to simply sail out into the open toward Australia was a death sentence. So he came up with a wild but clever plan: an island is an island is an island...and the Java Sea around Malaysia and Indonesia has well over 18,000 of them. Why not look like one?
He sailed immediately for the nearest island, had his crew cut down as much foliage as possible, and then proceeded to cover the entire surface area of the 184 foot long ship with foliage. What metal the crew couldn't conceal, they painted to look like rocks. Then, they sat...until night. Knowing that the Abraham Crijnssen would leave a visible wake, the captain could only sail her at night. During daylight, the ship was parked close in to "other" larger islands, immobile. This must have been incredibly nerve-wracking, especially as aircraft were heard overhead. Yet in spite of how crazy this sounds, the Abraham Crijnssen pulled safely into Fremantle, Australia eight days later, the only Dutch ship of her class to survive the invasion. Don't believe me? See for yourself:
www.warhistoryonline.com/world-war-ii/hnlms-abraham-crijn...
The ship behind the Crijnssen, the HNLMS Schorpioen, an armored ram from the 1860s, is only interesting from its unique survival from the scrapyard, a relic of the age between sail and steam.
While visiting a wonderful friend in Den Helder, he took me to see the Abraham Crijnssen and the interesting Dutch Navy Museum. Thank you for the visit Ralph!
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it is fascinating, that these always unpredictable bumble bees slow down in our lavender... they are different in color - next time I hope to show one with a red tail...
Darling,
open your eyes.
You are not made up of those words that hurt you.
Or that number on the scale.
Or the expectations that you feel you will never meet.
You are made up of nothing more than you.
Simply,
beautifully,
wonderfully,
uniquely you.
You are a lovely and complex soul.
An individually fascinating combination of thoughts,
ideas,
feelings,
emotions.
No other is as beautiful as you.
Look past the mirror.
Look at your soul.
Only then will you see yourself as you truly are.
Beautiful.
So smile!
And don’t forget to love yourself.
- Unknown
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Feeding my plant obessions with these fascinating little flowers of the Dicentra.
Happy Monochrome Thursday 😊
This Eastern Wood-Pewee seemed to be fascinated with the camera. These little flycatchers are one of the last spring migrants to return from their wintering range in South America.
The Ottoman sultans' affinity for Chinese porcelain marks a fascinating chapter in the cultural exchange between the East and the West. Beginning in the 13th-14th centuries, the Ottomans actively imported Chinese porcelain, specifically pieces from the Sung, Yuan, Ming, and Qing dynasties. Rather than adhering to the tradition of burying such items with deceased relatives, the Ottomans chose to integrate these exquisite porcelain pieces into the grandeur of the Topkapi Palace.
The collection at the Topkapi Palace is a testament to the Ottoman rulers' appreciation for the craftsmanship and aesthetic appeal of Chinese porcelain. Remarkably, even after more than 400 years, over 10,000 pieces have endured and are still part of the palace's collection. The preservation of these items is a testament to the care and value placed on them by the Ottomans.
Considering the daily use and proximity to the palace's kitchens and dining rooms, one might expect wear, breakage, and pilferage to have taken a toll on the collection. However, the pieces on display today defy these expectations by being in remarkably good condition. This highlights not only the resilience of Chinese porcelain but also the meticulous care and appreciation the Ottoman sultans had for these treasures.
The Topkapi Palace collection of Chinese porcelain stands as one of the most significant in Europe, showcasing the enduring legacy of cross-cultural interactions between the Ottoman Empire and China. The collection provides a unique glimpse into the historical and artistic connections that transcended geographical boundaries, enriching the cultural tapestry of both civilizations.
The Least Fascinating Woman in SL entertains a guest in Post-apocalypse - blithers for hours about the socio-economic reasons for Brexit and the current rise of the Alt-Right in USA....and the guest does not die of boredom. She IS the Least Fascinating Woman in SL...
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A female Black-necked Stork (Ephippiorhynchus asiaticus) was framed from very close gliding in search of prey with a majestic posture in natural ambience. I had to be present at its play ground in the very early morning and had to wait long for her. Eventually it rewarded me with some quality action shots. Pics was taken from Bharatpur, Rajasthan, India.
Fascinating peak so softly held between two ridges and clouds....
Taken in Lahaul valley, Himachal Pradesh, India
Dunes, Soft Light. © Copyright 2022 G Dan Mitchell.
Details of sand dunes in soft evening light, Death Valley Naitonal Park.
Sand dunes are always fascinating subjects, both for their appearance as part of the larger landscape and because they contain almost infinite varieties of smaller subjects, textures, colors, and variations in light. I made a wild guess recently that I’ve probably been to Death Valley perhaps twenty-five times. You’d think that I might start to tire of the dunes or run out of things to photograph there… but there’s not sign of this happening.
We went to these dunes late in the day and had them entirely to ourselves. The light was challenging, as clouds were building to the west. As the clouds moved the light increased and decreased, but overall it remained quite soft the entire time. But this just provides another variation on how we can photograph this subject, and the soft light lets me reveal some subtle details that can be lost in brighter conditions. I made some post-processing choices here that highlight the variations in light and the soft forms of the dunes.
G Dan Mitchell is a California photographer and visual opportunist. His book, “California’s Fall Color: A Photographer’s Guide to Autumn in the Sierra” is available from Heyday Books, Amazon, and directly from G Dan Mitchell.
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Fascinating canyon carved through igneous rock as a series of potholes drilled into the stone and gradually widened and fused together. Hidden Canyon marks the lower end of a series of 6 distinct drops in a 1/4 mile section of the river just above Hwy 61
This was a fascinating little alleyway that I peeked into on the island of Rhodes. “Surrounded by 2.4 miles of medieval walls is this historic UNESCO World Heritage Site. Walk along its narrow cobbled lanes, and admire the impressive towers and buildings, Byzantine churches, and fountains through this medieval city. Some highlights include the Palace of the Grand Master, the Archaeological Museum of Rhodes, the Streets of the Knights, and Orfeos and Socratous Streets, where you can find souvenirs and trinkets.” I was happy just to wander around, watching the people and looking in the shops and alleys.
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Before we had visited the magnificent cities of Samarkand, Bukhara, and Khiva, this collection of paintings along the boulevard offered us a first impression of Uzbekistan. Displayed in the open air by local artists, the artworks depict everything that makes the country so fascinating: proud elderly men, colourful traditional costumes, lively markets, blue-tiled madrassas, ancient mosques, and the iconic architecture of the Silk Road. At first glance, the paintings seemed almost romanticized. But after travelling through Uzbekistan, we discovered that they captured the country surprisingly well. The warm hospitality, vibrant colours, historic monuments, and everyday street life were all there, just as the artists had portrayed them. Looking back, this outdoor gallery became much more than a display of souvenirs. It was a visual preview of the remarkable journey that was still ahead of us.
This open-air art display along the boulevard near Amir Timur Square in Tashkent showcases paintings by local artists, depicting the people, architecture, and traditions that make Uzbekistan such a fascinating destination.
Nog voordat we de beroemde steden Samarkand, Bukhara en Khiva bezochten, gaf deze verzameling schilderijen langs de boulevard ons een eerste indruk van Oezbekistan. Lokale kunstenaars hadden hun werk buiten uitgestald en lieten zien wat het land zo bijzonder maakt: trotse oude mannen, kleurrijke traditionele kleding, levendige markten, blauw betegelde madrassa's, eeuwenoude moskeeën en de indrukwekkende architectuur van de Zijderoute. Op het eerste gezicht leken de schilderijen misschien wat geromantiseerd. Maar na onze reis bleek hoe verrassend goed ze de werkelijkheid weergaven. De gastvrijheid, de warme kleuren, de historische monumenten en het dagelijkse straatleven kwamen allemaal terug in wat we zelf mochten beleven. Achteraf bleek deze openluchtgalerie veel meer dan een verzameling schilderijen. Het was een visuele kennismaking met een land dat ons tijdens de reis telkens opnieuw wist te verrassen.
If you've visited Amsterdam you must have seen the Magere Brug, the Skinny Bridge, which spans the Amstel River at Carré Theatre. No doubt during the day you've admired its strict, parallelled and even white forms.
But for the Amsterdam Light Festival 2020 and 2021 artist Krijn de Koning (1963-) decided to use LED lights to create a 'chaotic' night view. It breaks up the strict, mathematical lines of the day-view bridge. Fascinating, even in the light drizzle so from the Blauwbrug Sammy took a shot to share with you.
Another mesmerising day on top of the cliffs at Port MacDonnell in South Australia gazing at a gentle swell rolling in from the southwest. The rock formation in the sea to the top right is known as Rhino rock and on really wild days it gets swamped by the breaking waves. It frequently is covered with sea birds, and today there were a good number of black faced cormorants.
It was fascinating to see how this ladybird's tiny claws gripped the unfeasibly slender piece of grass it was balancing on.
A fascinating feature of the snow covered forests is that they seem naturally in black and white. However, they are not ! Here, I was really seduced by the beautiful cold blue. I also like the "Arole" Trees which do not grow in the Jura Mountain where I come from. It's a really typical sign of the middle altitude alps ...
Fascinating.
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Two bright #copper toroids borrowed from my husband. He has such fascinating items for my #MacroMondays box of macro thingies.
As shot, no increased vibrancy or saturation.
In case you wondered, these (less than 5.08 centimeters / 2 inches edge to edge) ... are toroidal inductors and transformers that use magnetic cores with a toroidal (ring or donut) shape. They are passive electronic components, consisting of a circular ring or donut/doughnut shaped magnetic core of ferromagnetic material such as laminated iron, iron powder, or ferrite, around which wire is wound. —Wikipedia
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toroidal_inductors_and_transformers
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In Hall Bredning I noticed this fascinating iceberg that had eroded into wave shapes, emphasized by the low angle of the sun. Although there was some reflection, I wanted a stronger reflection so in Photoshop I created a layer and used Flood to add a reflection that I blended with the foreground for a more realistic effect, Scoresby Sund, East Greenland.
29/02/2019 www.allenfotowild.com