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This is a 'face' hidden in a tiny Japanese/Chinese antique bowl. Try as I might I couldn't get it really sharp because the original hand painting has bled into the glaze/pottery, as is usual I believe?
2015-02-08 12.12.21
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Cypress tree 'cones'. These leathery looking polyhedra, about 25mm across, open up to release their seeds to the winds.
I was along the river looking for the swans again today, but they were gone. There were still quite a few ducks there, and I met these two. I think I have to call them "Grumpy" and "Happy".
I guess I can identify with both of them. Dejected and sad sometimes, but then again suddenly happy for some reason. Or maybe for no reason at all.
This big guy wasn't about to move from his comfortable spot by the trail - which was perfect for me. I got down on the ground and set up my shot of this very unamused (but still cute) rabbit.
These birds are called Spice Finches. Spice Finch is non-migratory bird native to tropical Asia. Naturally, the question arises, what is this bird doing in California? After little research, I have learned that Spice Finch is a popular bird to have at home and is sold in many pet stores and sometimes birds escape. 😄 First spotted in the wild in the 60s in Florida, Spice Finch can now be found near lakes and rivers in Southern California. As of 2013, the non-native non-migratory Nutmeg Mannikin, also known as the Scaly-breasted Munia or the Spice Finch, has been added to the California Bird Records Committee State List. Things you learn through photography. 😄
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NIkonD5100
Nikkor 55-200mm
ƒ/5.6
1/250
200mm
ISO450
A slight turn of the weather has delayed the nesting activities of this male mountain bluebird and its mate. Lots of snow fell overnight and throughout the morning. Other than not focusing on nest building, the bluebirds were rather stoic, perching in the open on branches, posts, and, in this case, a nest box.
A few weeks back a very generous soul called the secretary of our camera club and offered to the club a donation of a suitcase full of analogue camera equipment. One of the cameras included was a medium format Zenza Bronica SQ-A camera along with two lenses, an 80mm and a 200mm. As the only film shooter in the club I volunteered to go through all of the equipment and do my best to give it the once over to see what it might all be worth.
The Bronica is not an insubstantial camera, big and heavy and basically a Japanese version of the much better known Hasselblad 500cm. The fact that it copies the Hasselblad design in no way should be seen as detrimental to what the Bronica is capable of. It is a fine camera with a very good reputation among analogue enthusiasts. I was tasked with selling the equipment on eBay on the club’s behalf and because any older film camera is worth more if it’s been film tested I thought it my duty to take it out and shoot a few rolls of film through it. 😇
This then was the 2nd picture I took with it and to say I am mildly impressed is an understatement, it takes great pictures and the 80mm lens is especially good. I’m happy to report that the camera worked like clockwork and the pictures it produced are in no way inferior to what any of my more expensive Rolleiflex cameras are able to produce. I’ll be sad in a way to see it go but for a cash strapped camera club the funds it provides us may keep us just about afloat for a couple of years to come.
Medium format film photography
Zenza Bronica SQ-A
Zenzanon Bronica 80mm f/2.8
Kodak Ektar 100
Aucun mot ne fut échangé, mais le message était parfaitement clair : photographe, tu as cinq secondes 🤔
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No words were exchanged, but the message was perfectly clear: photographer, you have five seconds. 🤔
credit : Nikon comedy Wildlife Awards
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Grumpy because for 3 months she has been living in a tin shed and a caravan and now we have moved to our new house but she is still not allowed outside just yet!
It was not one of his best days for photo shooting .....
Dedicated to CRA (ILYWAMHASAM)
Taken in the Deep Countryside in West Wales (Ceredigion)
ƒ/2.8
108.0 mm
1/125 Sec
ISO 800
Do I look like I was up all night!? My eyes are red, I am in a federal wildlife reserve where I should be comfortable in some nice long grass. Noooo... I am crossing an asphalt road, your are standing next to me with a camera, and your dog is looking at me trying to figure out how it is going to roll me over for an hour or so. You think that's why I am grumpy.? And no, I was not up all night, red eyes are the natural color of an Eastern Box Turtle.
I never did get it's name. :-)
Grumpy looking Starling on a fence post - looks like he wasn't in the mood for acting as a model ;-)
Seen in the nature-sanctuary Steinhuder Meer - Niedersachsen - Germany.
Mürrisch ausschauender Star auf einem Zaunpfahl - sieht aus als wenn er keine Lust hatte Modell zu sitzen ;-)
Gesehen im Naturschutzgebiet am Steinhuder Meer - Niedersachsen.
On the sunny shores of Cefalù, an old grumpy rock named Grumblestone resides, and he is notorious for his cantankerous nature. Tourists would flock to hear his salty complaints about the noisy seagulls, the splashing waves, and even the daring beachgoers.
So, if you ever find yourself in Cefalù, don't forget to pay a visit to the grumpiest rock on the seashore. Just be prepared for a scathing remark or two – after all, Grumblestone's grumpiness is as much a part of Cefalù's charm as its breathtaking views and delicious cannoli!
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Of the Island of Kerrera near to Oban. Looking pleased to be disturbed by a bunch of tourists with cameras!!