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Finally something that doesn't look like it only took me five minutes to take and edit (even though it did, and that red light leak is not edited, btw). I really miss shooting during golden hour - I've got to get out there more often. Tonight I couldn't for long though, because our street ended up having a spontaneous party right as the sun was setting. :)
For those of you who remember me talking about my job interview the other day, I had another little interview and ended up getting the job. Just wanted to let you all know. Thanks so much for the sweet wishes and prayers! It means the world.
Something that made my day today was receiving Erin Rena's book in the mail. I felt so proud and happy to read it, and I know I'll keep it forever. Thanks, Erin! <3
And for all of those who have served our country, thank you, truly from the bottom of my heart. You are so brave and full of love for people like me that you're willing to give your lives, and I can barely comprehend what kind of character that must take. Thank you, and happy Memorial Day.
Listen. This is a song that some girls danced to today at my sister's recital.
As winter draws nearer and daylight savings drew to a close, I once again find myself in the end-of-the-year hibernation that seems to have become an annual occurrence. Certainly a struggle to find the desire to want to shoot anything when darkness comes quick, the days get chillier, and probably most importantly, a lack of stuff I actually want to bag. So many things I would otherwise enjoy shooting have become nocturnal, and everything else is too far away to justify - be it time, distance, or cost to get there being the killer. A little burnout from a long year is the cherry on top of it all.
But, all is not lost. All it takes is the right thing to prod me and I'm out in the hot seat once again. A little heads-up that CN A407 had the venerable IC1000 leading it earlier in the day made me decide for once it would be worth jumping out of the house and taking a peek. I needed to run some errands anyway, why not have a look? Happily enough, I ran across the train as it was pulling up to Leverett Junction for a recrew. It was only a short wait until they were ready to go and moving - and I just couldn't resist going for the classic twin elevators of Leverett proper for a shot.
IC1000, class leader of the Illinois Central SD70s, has become the most coveted of all 26 all-black units today. Earlier this year, while in for its usual maintenance, the 1000 was given a gift: new white reflective tape to replace the ~17 year old yellow tape on the sill and footwells.
With a paint scheme as incredibly simple as the IC New Image "Death Star" is, even the smallest changes make a big difference - and wow, what a difference the white sill makes here. The addition of the AC and the - thankfully - tastefully small PTC antennae on the roof of the unit means you wouldn't fool anyone into thinking it would fit perfectly into the 1990s again... but it's pretty damn close. Although unlikely, it would be a real treat to see some more of the SD70s regain their white sills again. One can dream, anyway.
I've not had the best luck catching the IC1000 after its re-silling, so to get a chance to nab it again was a real delight. Some would complain about the CN-dressed IC1009 trailing, but I didn't terribly mind. No matter what trails, I'll never complain about getting to see the 1000 in the lead!
The river birch hollowed stump holds rain water for the birds. The red-bellied woodpecker is taking advantage of it here.
The 2 Class 60s - 96 and 21 get the empties on the way back to Liverpool. They do run 2 locos together sometimes ,the 'spare'
driver seemed to be asleep in the nearside seat. It was listed as 2 locos on RTT.
A video that describes the basic production of a fine art, surrealistic photograph and the way that I post process. I vaguely cover the steps it took to get from the beginning to "Lady and the last flower" to the final steps.
To give a synopsis:
I use curves to change the overall tones
Gradient map to adjust the blacks and whites
Selective color to edit specific colors
I hope this helps give a little insight on the creation of my images! If you have any questions please leave them in the comments... Happy creating!
Also, Jenna Martin and I released our underwater photography workshop information! Click here to see all the details! We will be on the Catalina Islands for a weekend teaching all the ins and outs of underwater surrealism and fine art. Hope to see you there! Message me if you have any questions!
“Getting ready for Christmas”
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+ Baby Details +
♦️Shape: Kidorable – *Custom Shape*
♦️Head: ToddleeDoo – Bento Head
♦️Body: {Bebe} – Bebe Body Fitted
♦️Skin: Pity Party – Pearl Skin (Comes in Six Tones, Bodies included with each skin, Each Tone comes with Six brow options, Omega Appliers as well as BoM Layer options)
♦️Hair: ::Unorthodox– Jabi Hair ( Hair and hair base included. Comes in 4 base colors which can be color changed via the HSV color hud!)
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+ Adult Details +
♦️Hair: ::Unorthodox– Jabi Hair ( Hair and hair base included. Comes in 4 base colors which can be color changed via the HSV color hud!)
♦️Beard: ::Unorthodox– Jabi Chin Hair (Chin Mesh hair included. Comes in applier & mesh)
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+ Decor Details +
♦️Tree: :: Starries – My First Christmas Tree (Each color includes an interactive with music animated version that sits up to four toddlers and a lower Prim decorative version that can be resized.) – Roselline Event
♦️Car: :: Starries – Little Stars Car (Wear or Rez toy car / Sit ups to 4 avatars / Set your own custom plate via hud / Wear or Follow trailer with or without gifts.) – Roselline Event
I watched this squirrel gather twigs and branches with leaves and then disappear into a hole in the side of this tree with them, we are getting cooler temps now
Lego Black Getter is ready! After some experiments, I chose the Zurg cape for this mech, and I used two Harry Potter minifig capes as scarf. Shoulders and ankles joints can be extract expanding the range of movements.
Developed at home with the Tetenal Colortech C-41 kit using the 30°c method.
Olympus Trip 35
D.Zuiko 40mm f/2.8
Lomography Colour 400
Converted to B&W using LR5 & Nik Software
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"HAVE A GO AT OUR OPEN MONTHLY CHALLENGE"
The subjects for this month and details on how to take part can be found here.
Anyone, anywhere with any camera can take part.
Getting lost with the right person is an amazing experience.
Lately, I've been in the mood to create more adult images. While I don't shoot with male models often, I happened to know a really sexy one who lives close to me, and he had time in his schedule!
Hamar Bulljump
The Hamar bulljump is a rite of passage where a young man (around his twenties) has to jump and run over a line of cattle. If he succeeds; he is considered to be a man.
During the night and early in the morning, the female relatives of the boy who has to jump the cattle (named Okuli) start drinking sorghum beer. Some say they do this to get in the right spirit; others say they do this to get a bit numb for what is to come. It is the tradition that the female relatives of the Okuli get whipped by the Maz (men who all recently jumped the cattle) to prove their strenght but also to prove their love and loyalty towards their male relative and family. Also, a woman without scars will most likely not be able to marry. Some people may think that the whipping of women is an act of inhumanity but do not forget that these Hamar women are not forced and ask/demand to get whipped. Pushing, hitting and calling the Maz names if they hesitate. The Maz initially do not want to hit the women. This demands a little bit more explanation about the Maz. After jumping the cattle; the boy will become a man and a Maza. The next couple of weeks/months he will spent with the other Maz; going from one bulljump to the other and not being able to go home to his family. This is actually a second passage rite they have to bring to a good end. At the bulljumps they have to prove to their father and future father-in-law that they can whip woman and gather cattle. This means that he is a “real” man that can take care of his family and his cattle. The whipping is the first part of the ceremony and always takes place on low ground. When this part is done; everybody moves to high ground for the actual bulljumping. First the Okuli will undergo a sacred and secret ceremony where rings will be placed over his penis. In the meanwhile the women surround the cattle, dancing, jumping and blowing horns. This offcourse makes the cattle restless. Then it is the job of the Maz to select and gather the right cattle and put them in line for the bulljump. The Okuli has to jump and run over the line of cattle 4 times before becoming a man. If an attempt is not well executed he will have to start over again untill he has done 4 succesfull runs. If he falls between thet catlle; it is possible he may die. If he survives; he will most likely be whipped himself by his female relatives. If they get whipped for him; he better not fall off.
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My wife pins a ribbon to my daughters dress. Getting ready for the 17th May festivities here in Norway
This is truly a maze...start in the bottom left corner! I love the Gumdrop tree border!!!
1 of 3 (First in a series for triplets - all three quilts are made with same fabrics)
The last week or so, the Hoosier State has been running with just one engine, the orange and brown 4135. Well, tonight was more of the same, except that the one unit was the one I didn't want to see, the lead colored 4144. I was hoping that maybe some rain might make it look a little shiny, so I waited for it in some heavy rain at Dyer. What you see is what you get....
Jazz was on my lap a little while ago getting the second of his three physical therapy treatments today. I just said to him, “You are such a pretty comma good dog.” That was to make sure he understood I wasn’t saying he was just a pretty good dog.
He has been an exceptionally patient patient, and he's healing well. He won't be himself until at least September 6th, when we return to the surgeon for the final checkup. I hope by then he's easily walking on his left leg.
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Hidden away amongst the rugged West Texas Mountains is the tranquil Coal Mine Ranch. The ranch is privately owned so one must be invited, tho' what's more, is one must know how to navigate the unmarked dirt roads to arrive there. An off-road vehicle is a must, too. Once at the Coal Mine Ranch, satellite radio is the only connection to the civilized world; otherwise, expect one of the most relaxing times you could ever have in the wild.
The Coal Mine Ranch is featured in my second book, "El Paso 120 : Edge of the Southwest" which shows the incredible landscapes of West Texas, Southern New Mexico and ... well, El Paso. All areas included in the book are 120 miles or less from the City of El Paso, Texas. Upon release, "El Paso 120" went on to become a best seller and was recognized by the Texas Book Festival as one of the best Texas photography books of the year. The book is available to purchase from any major book sellers such as Barnes and Noble , Amazon or Waterstones
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Iam so bored today.. so iam trying to get myself inspired.