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Heron Harmonization - Nest Building
Photographed in low, flat light at ISO 1600.
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Just the still melancholy that I love—that makes life and nature harmonize." ~ George Eliot
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Germany, Hamburg, "Planten un Blomen" is an approximately 47 hectare park in the centre of Hamburg.
The name "Planten un Blomen" is in the North German dialect & it means “Plants & Flowers”. The founder & first director of the botanical garden in the Hamburg walls, Johann G. C. Lehmann, planted a plane tree in November 1821, the first tree in the park. The tree is located still today at the Dammtor train station entrance between the large tropical glasshouse & the Congress Centre, the tree is a natural symbol representing the beginnings of the gardens.
The park is a popular destination for the inhabitants in the Hamburg metropolitan area & tourists; it is part of a green zone that stretches horizontally through the whole nearly 2 million city down to the harbour.
The park is famous for its water-light concerts, public theatre & music performances. In addition to the gardens, there is a large playground in the southern park area; the park is open all year round there is no entrance fee.
📌...From May to September, the water-light concerts are presented daily at 10 pm with a bi-weekly changing 30 minutes program. The fountain & lighting is operated by three technicians during the show & tuned to harmonize with the music. Every evening several hundreds of people, with or without a picnic, sit on the lawns around the lake to watch the intense spectacle...unless it rains, the water games still take place.
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6 year old Thoroughbred broodmare. Take a look at her pedigree and you'll see that her female line traces back to the most influential broodmare of the 20th century, La Troienne:
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"She produced fourteen foals and 12 of them raced. 10 of those 12 were winners. The first of these was the Champion Black Helen, by Black Toney, born in 1932. Black Helen won the American Derby, the Florida Derby, the Maryland Handicap, and the Coaching Club American Oaks. The second was born in 1934, Biologist, by Bubbling Over who won the 1926 Kentucky Derby. The third was Baby League, born in 1935, again by Bubbling Over, who became the dam of four stakes winners: the great Hall of Fame filly Busher, as well as Mr. Busher, Striking, and Harmonizing. Her fourth winning foal was Big Hurry, another Black Toney filly, born in 1936, and the dam of five stakes winners: Be Fearless, Bridal Flower, The Admiral, Great Captain, and Searching. La Troienne also brought forth the great Hall of Fame colt Bimelech, born in 1937. By Black Toney, Bimlech won the Belmont Stakes, the Preakness Stakes, and placed in the 1940 Kentucky Derby. Big Event came next in 1938, a Blue Larkspur filly and dam of stakes winner Hall of Fame. In 1939, she dropped Businesslike who was the dam of two stakes winners: Busanda (who was the dam of Buckpasser) and Auditing. Then came Besieged by Balladier in 1940, Broke Even in 1941, a colt by Blue Larkspur, Back Yard in 1942, a gelding by Balladier, and in 1944 Bee Ann Mac by Blue Larkspur. Belle Histoire came along in 1945, once more by Blue Larkspur. Belle Histoire was the dam of stakes winner Royal Record. La Troienne's last two foals were Belle of Troy in 1947, again by Blue Larkspur, and the gelding Trojan War in 1948 by Shut Out.
Les Brinsfield, a pedigree expert, wrote: "Anyone who wants can take any daughter of La Troienne (or all of them) and trace them through pedigrees to today's stars. It will be a rare week when there is no stakes winner linebred to La Troienne.""
Από τον Σεπτέμβριο του 2023 το Ζαγόρι ενεγράφη ως πολιτισμικό τοπίο στην παγκόσμια κληρονομιά της UNESCO.
From September 2023, Zagori was registered as a cultural landscape in the UNESCO world heritage.
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Μπάλτα ντι στρίγκα
Ένας μέχρι πρό λίγων ετών άγνωστος για τους περισσοτέρους φυσικός θησαυρός της Ηπειρώτικης γής είναι οι εικονιζόμενοι καταρράκτες με το Βλάχικο όνομα Μπάλτα ντί στρίγκα ( η οβίρα=μικρή λίμνη της κραυγής) στο Ηλιοχώρι του κεντρικού Ζαγορίου.
Η ονομασία προέρχεται από έναν σχετικό μύθο για μιάν απελπισμένη ερωτικά κοπέλα η οποία εξ αιτίας του χωρισμού από τον καλό της αυτοκτόνησε στα νερά τους και από τότε ακούγονται οι κραυγές της.Στο να γίνει ο τόπος προσφάτως σχετικά,ευρύτερα γνωστός,αναμφιβόλως συνετέλεσε και η αναβάθμιση του μέχρι πρότινος δύσβατου μονοπατιού το οποίο οδηγούσε εκεί σε μια σύγχρονη και πλήρως εναρμονισμένη με το περιβάλλον ορεινή περιπατητική διαδρομή.
Το μονοπάτι διανοίχθηκε και σημάνθηκε άριστα σε,όλο το μήκος του,στρώθηκε επιμελώς με τα υλικά τα οποία βρίθουν στην περιοχή,πέτρα,χαλίκι και ξύλο με ξύλινα στηθαία όπου κρίθηκε απαραίτητο,δημιουργήθηκε χώρος προσωρινής στάσης για ανάπαυση με τρεχούμενο νερό,ακόμη και ένα εξαιρετικά καλαίσθητο ξύλινο γεφυράκιι χτίστηκε ώστε η πρόσβαση των πολλών πλέον καθημερινών επισκεπτών να γίνει όσο το δυνατόν πιο εύκολη,γρήγορη και ασφαλής.
Η σύζυγος κι εγώ είχαμε την επιπλέον χαρά να μας καθοδηγήσει ο…αυτοδιορισθείς ξεναγός του χωριού ο εικονιζόμενος εκπληκτικός,καθαρόαιμος, Ελληνικός ποιμενικός ο οποίος ακούει στο όνομα….Νταβέλης :ο))) !!! προφανώς λόγω της γιγαντόσωμης διάπλασής του.
Μας….παρέλαβε από το πρώτο πλάτωμα του χωριού στην κορυφή ,μας…παρέδωσε στον προορισμό μας στα ριζά του βουνούκαι,αφού πρώτα πήρε και το αναζωογονητικό μπανάκι του στα παγωμένα νερά,αναχώρησε προς άγραν νέων….πελατών :ο))) !!!
Το (υπερ)θέαμα σου κόβει την ανάσα παρ’όλο που το επισκεφθήκαμε καλοκαίρι κατά την διάρκεια του οποίου η ροή των υδάτων δεν είναι τόσο εντυπωσιακή σε όγκο και δύναμη όπως τις άλλες εποχές-φθινόπωρο και χειμώνα κυρίως-διότι τα νερά προέρχονται αποκλειστικά από το λιώσιμο του χιονιού και είναι τόσο καθαρά ώστε μπορεί κανείς να πιεί άφοβα απ’αυτά!
Την ανάσα σου κόβει,όμως,κυριολεκτικά και η ανηφόρα της επιστροφής(καθώς τα περισσότερα από τα 1200 μέτρα της τα κάνεις σχεδόν….κάθετα με τον ουρανό)ιδίως όταν είσαι φορτωμένος με φωτογραφικές «γκουμούτσες» σαν τις δικές μου και-κυρίως-με το…κοντέρ της ηλικίας να απέχει πλέον μόλις 4 γραμμές από τα 60!!!
Ευτυχώς περάσαμε με επιτυχία αυτό το λίγο βίαιο “τέστ κοπώσεως” και επιφυλασσόμεθα-πρώτα ο Θεός-για μιάν επόμενη σε προσφορότερη εποχή επίσκεψη.
Balta di striga
A until a few years unknown for most people natural treasure of Epirus earth are the released waterfalls with Vlachiko name Balta Di striga (the ovires = small lake scream) in Iliochori central Zagori.The name comes from a legend related to a desperate erotic girl which because of separation from her lover of suicide in their waters and then the screams heard.
To be the place recently regarding, widely known, undoubtedly contributed to the upgrading of previously inaccessible path that led there in a modern and fully harmonized with the environment ambulatory mountainous route.The path was drilled and labeled in excellent, full length, was covered thoroughly with the materials that abound in the area, stone, gravel and wood with wooden parapets where necessary, created a temporary staging area for rest with running water,even an extremely elegant wooden small bridge is built to access the many daily visitors become as easy fast and safe as possible.
My wife and I have the additional pleasure to guide us a depicted surprising, blooded, Greek shepherd who goes by the name ... .Ntavelis: o))) !!! apparently because of the giant physique.He took us the first plateau of the village at the top,μας…παρέδωσε στον προορισμό μας στα ριζά του βουνού και,αφού πρώτα πήρε και το αναζωογονητικό μπανάκι του στα παγωμένα νερά,departed chasing... new clients : o))) !!!
The attraction is breathtaking although we visited summer during which the water flow is not as impressive in size and strength as the other seasons-autumn and winter-mainly because the waters come exclusively from melting snow and is so clean that you can drink without fear of them!
But breathtaking is, literally the acclivity of turn back too (as most of the 1200 meters of this acclivity is ... almostvertical to the sky), especially when you are laden with my heavy cameras -and mainly-by ... the speedometer of age to is now just 4 lines of 60 !!!
Luckily we passed successfully this little violent "stress-test" and we reserve first-God-for a next to a more appropriate time visit.
Bixby Bridge, Big Sur, California
The Bixby Bridge is one of California's iconic bridges. Completed in 1932 as part of the Pacific Coast Highway through Big Sur, it has a single concrete arch that spans 98 meters (320 feet) and is 85 meters (280 feet) above Bixby Creek. Concrete was used instead of steel to avoid corrosion problems from the salty ocean air and to harmonize with the area's existing rock faces.
Here we see a light trail from a single car heading south. Notice that the brake lights went on when the driver realized that the roadway took a sharp right at the end of the bridge.
" Now if I do anything it is
to tune souls instead of instruments.
To harmonize people instead of notes.
If there is anything in my philosophy,
it is the law of harmony:
that one must put oneself in harmony
with oneself ..... and with others."
" The words that enlighten the soul are more precious
than jewels."
- Hazrat Inayat Khan
Osaka, Japan
Going thru my photo bank and I'm wondering if street scenes like these give comfort and hope? I feel hopeful that we can enjoy each others company soon and wish you comfort & health. GOD BLESS ALL YOU REAL-LIFE HEALTH CARE DOCTORS & NURSES... YOU ARE ALL ROCKSTARS! CHEERS.
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Just above the old bridge of Sligachan, an old stone bridge over the Sligachan River from 1820, I encounter these waterfalls. In pristine nature, they are visual delight for the senses and enchant with their beauty.
The surreal flow of the Sligachan Falls creates the illusion of water suspended in mid-air as it gently glides between the dusky rocks. A sharp contrast between soft flowing and dark rocks. The wonderful hues of the autumnal landscape harmonize perfectly with the rainy sky. Isle of Skye, Scotland, UK.
The Bremen Parliament building, the *Bremische Bürgerschaft*, stands with quiet dignity on the market square, its modern lines contrasting yet harmonizing with the city’s historic heart. It feels like a house of voices — where the spirit of Bremen’s citizens and centuries of democracy still echo through its glass and stone......
This is a big old book I have and I fashioned it into a heart. I'm adding this link: www.youtube.com/watch?v=4F1CP7eXhIk It's an acapella song by Home Free, another of my faves, these guys can harmonize!!!
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In early 2008 I again had started a kind of work-in-progress of solo recordings, called "micro_saxo_phone" which album title refers to the fact that I am using a sax of course + microphone (contact mics etc) of course for feeding devices as the Kaoss Pad or others + using the possibilties of my laptop. Together with this equipment I could give live performances which – for several reasons – did not happen often so far, though more probable within performances with others, as in the duo "Gift Fig" together with the American composer Carl Stone e.g.
"micro_saxo_phone, edition II", CDR Laubhuette Production M10 from 2008 gave an overview about what I was trying to state within the traditional course of my former solo recording on Side A of the LP "Plan Eden" from 1986/7 where I had begun to use electronic devices & effects in combination with solo tenor sax besides using a harmonizer here & there in the early years. On "micro_saxo_phone, edition II" I used baritone sax, tenor sax, alto sax, soprano sax, bass clarinet, breathe & saliva noise multi phonics and even bowed the saxes’ bodies (con arco) during blowing and doing percussion with the instrument’s keys.
On "micro_saxo_phone.edition III" I extended the language by means of using the sounds of the key springs which create a kind of meditative Asian feel and also through texts.
I searched for finding a way to voice words during blowing (e.g. at the beginning of "doublespeak" and tracks 14 and 15), or underlined words (and other stuff) that I had recorded on cassette in 1972 or by dubbing an interview with Japanese art photographer Nobuyoshi Araki which I had recorded in 1998 in a kind of double voicing. The same track also contains a sample of Korean gagok which is a kind of fake classical music - from some decades ago - made in Korea. "doublespeak" is the exception - as a composition – within the solos, as is "chukyo" using some of my electric guitar recordings (as well as track 3). There are also some "classical" solos (without all effects or edits): track 9, 10 (underlined alto sax solo from 1972) and 13.
With that title "doublespeak" I also refer to George Orwell’s term "doublethink", which means the ability to believe contradictory ideas simultaneously. And there are more doublespeak titles here, as "surplussed", "twonky" (software designers’ jargon inspired by a 1953 sci-fi film starring Hans Conried and Gloria Blondell about a TV that is really an alien life form) etc. Other titles refer to themes and authors that I am also dealing with these days (e.g. Ray Kurzweil, Terence McKenna,) . "chukyo" is a dedication to Chukyo University in Nagoya, Japan, where I had been invited by the above mentioned Carl Stone to lecture and had met Fomal Haut, a great artist & pioneer of computer graphics.
A23H, December MMX
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Sometimes I'm at my most content in nature, especially in a landscape with flowing water, characterful trees and stones.
A young(er) couple sat downstream as I made this and as the smell of cannabis drifted my way, I made a point of not breathing too deeply as I'd already had the munchies earlier that day.
Walking along the avenue of the Isles of Aquarius, I felt that they could well be part of Plato's lost Atlantis, resurfacing from the same seabed, perhaps thanks to the natural disaster that submerged it. I was thinking of the structures that are emerging in the swamps and rivers due to the drought, as monuments that remind them of what one day they were and will never be again. This sim, with a structure and color harmonizing with the background through which it continues, becomes a monument to yesterday and tomorrow, a bridge between generations where the common, omnipresent and life-giving link is the great ocean. That ocean, with its purifying water, returns to us our own constructions transformed like the father who smiles at his son's toy plane. A father who also requires the care of his children.
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With these meticulously crafted decorations and landscape pieces, you hold the reins of your very own French garden. Now, let's delve into the charm of that gazebo – an unparalleled fusion of weathered wood aesthetics with undeniable elegance. I've seamlessly incorporated a trellis that harmonizes flawlessly, along with darling little leaves for you to scatter at your whim. Vibrantly lush and green, they yearn for delightful summer rendezvous. And oh my, let's not overlook those walking slabs – perfect for sculpting serene patios or meandering pathways. So, without further ado, immerse yourself and watch your creativity flourish in our enchanted garden!
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Excerpt from konjikiramen.com/about/our-concept/:
Konjiki Hototogisu was first opened in Tokyo Japan in 2006, by Chef & Owner Mr. Atsushi Yamamoto.
Yamamoto-san’s resolute in his ramen and meticulous preparation methods has surpassed the ramen standards in Japan has earned him numerous world-class merits and awards*. This Shibuya born eight-seat noodle house is where Chef Yamamoto brought his ramen concept to life: More than just a piping hot bowl of ramen, it’s one of Japan’s finest food traditions you are experiencing. In the quest to further share Konjiki’s ramen, Chef Yamamoto has chosen Toronto, one of the most multicultural cities in the world, as his stage to discover more inspirations from the diverse masses and abundant resources in Canada.
A firm believer that despite ramen’s causal and quick serving nature, each bowl of Konjiki ramen must meet his uncompromising standards in its ingredients and diligent preparation, demanding each guest’s full attention and appreciation as you enjoy a bowl of Japan’s finest food tradition.
We welcome you to come in and experience Konjiki – the unique harmony in our secret recipe of soup & innovative ingredients – the mouth-watering taste will exceed what you imagine ramen to be.
*Including Michelin Bib Gourmand recommended 2015 – 2018; Tokyo Walker Magazine #1 Ramen in Tokyo 2016, 2017 & #1 Ramen in Japan 2016.
Excerpt from konjikiramen.com/about/our-ramen/:
Our Noodle
At Konjiki we have uncompromising standards in preparing each single bowl of ramen, in every single step. Our noodle is made from carefully chosen flour & ingredients, and finishes by specific machinery imported from Japan.
Our Soup
The soup base we have at Konjiki is a complex and yet harmonizing flavour you will unmistakably recognize once you take your first sip. The full-bodied clam, chicken and pork base finds its seamless balance between the sweetness & freshness of poultry and seafood, plus the secret recipe created by Chef Yamamoto – our soup will be one of the unforgettable ones.
Our Ingredients
Integrating new and innovative ingredients such as Truffles and Porcini Mushroom oil into our ramen, Konjiki strives to continuously enhance one of Japan’s most traditional fare with new, unique and fresh elements found locally in Canada.
Un grazioso punto di ristoro completamente in legno situato sulla sponda del Lago Welsperg presso Tonadico (TN) si armonizza con il bosco che lo circonda che, nel periodo autunnale si riveste di svariate tonalità calde. Al di sopra, si elevano le alte vette dolomitiche del gruppo delle Pale di San Martino, nello scatto è visibile il Cimerlo (2.503 m.) e il Sass Maòr (2.812 m.).
A charming wooden refreshment point located on the shore of Lake Welsperg at Tonadico (TN) harmonizes in with the surrounding forest which, takes on a variety of warm hues in autumn. Above, rise the high Dolomite peaks of the Pale of San Martino group, visible in the shot are Cimerlo (2.503 m) and Sass Maòr (2.812 m).
with Mike Minelli after recording for the online show Step to the Mike. Pretty sisters harmonizing together with a banjo as accompaniment.
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Modern architecture captivates with its sleek lines, innovative materials, and minimalist designs, harmonizing form and function.
It emphasizes open spaces, natural light, and sustainable practices, creating elegant structures that blend seamlessly with their surroundings while pushing creative boundaries.
In the past few days, an intriguing idea struck me. What if each week I came up with a different theme? This notion seemed both exciting and promising, offering a fresh perspective and a constant source of novelty. I imagined diving into a new world every seven days, exploring diverse themes.
National Cat Day on October 29th is the purrfect day to give extra attention, treats, and appreciation to the independent, often hilarious, felines who grace our lives.
Prompt: Create a digital fine art, ultra-realistic painting of a fluffy kitten sitting on an aged wooden bench, inspired by a classical portrait composition.
The kitten should appear with soft golden-brown fur accented by cream and white markings, especially on its chest, face, and paws. Its fur is voluminous, detailed, and illuminated with subtle highlights that emphasize each strand. The kitten’s large, expressive green eyes gaze directly toward the viewer with a gentle, curious expression.
The old wooden bench should display visible age and grain texture, with small cracks, nails, and warm brown hues that complement the kitten’s coloring. The background should be a rich painterly blend of dark earthy tones—burnt sienna, olive green, and deep umber—blurred softly like a traditional studio backdrop, adding depth and contrast.
Use fine brush-stroke texture to emulate a classical oil painting style, with natural light illuminating the kitten from one side, creating soft shadows and gentle highlights across the fur and wood. Maintain warm, natural tones and a slightly vintage, timeless mood.
At the bottom center, overlay elegant serif text:
Line 1: “National Cat Day”
Line 2: “October 29”
Ensure the typography is subtle and harmonizes with the painting’s warm, antique palette — light cream or muted gold lettering that feels refined and integrated.
This digital fine art was created using OpenAI Sora AI and Photoshop
Ground Dreamcatchers - Rovingian Hexalakh Seals by Daniel Arrhakis (2026)
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Ground Dreamcatchers - Rovingian Hexalakh Seals
Ground dreamcatchers are presented as symbolic protective structures connected to water, earth, and sky. In this interpretation, they function as filters for stagnant forces and as symbols of connection between nature, spirituality, and renewal.
The Legend of the Dreamcatcher
In the Lakota tradition, the dreamcatcher symbolizes the cycle of life and acts as a spiritual filter: it allows beneficial forces to pass through and retains negative influences, which dissipate with the morning light.
The Hexagram and the Hexalakh Structure
The hexagram, formed by two triangles, is presented as a symbol of balance between opposing dimensions, such as the spiritual and the material. This image reinforces the idea of harmony between natural elements and symbolic totality. The hexagram is thus not just a geometric figure, but a visual map of universal harmony and the integration of all dualities.
The Hexalakh is presented as a Rovingian spiritual practice and a symbolic structure that brings together geometry, ancestry, and energetic harmonization. Its construction expresses a close connection with natural elements and reinforces the idea of ritual protection.
Structure and Composition
The structure takes a hexagonal shape, built with branches brought by the current and stones collected directly from the site. The interior interlacing functions as a protective web, while its placement over a small body of water reinforces its symbolic and ritual value.
Cultural and Spiritual Syncretism
The ritual articulates symbolic references from different indigenous traditions of North America, combining the ideas of shelter, anchoring, and spiritual protection. In this context, the construction refers both to a logic of symbolic fixation and to the filtering function associated with the dreamcatcher.
Energetic Function and Symbolism
The energetic function of the Hexalakh is presented as the ability to deflect, retain, and neutralize stagnant forces until their dissipation. In this context, glacial lakes function as a metaphor for immobility and stillness, while the reflection in the water creates a visual and symbolic bridge between heaven and earth.
The spring equinox emerges, finally, as an image of balance, renewal, and the return of light, leading to the dissipation of stagnant and unbalanced forces that were trapped within the seal.
That is why this ritual is performed at the end of winter, near the spring equinox in the Northern Hemisphere.
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Os Apanhadores de Sonhos de Chão - Os Selos Hexalakh Rovingianos
Os apanhadores de sonhos de chão são apresentados como estruturas simbólicas de proteção ligadas à água, à terra e ao céu. Nesta interpretação, funcionam como filtros de forças estagnadas e como símbolos de ligação entre natureza, espiritualidade e renovação.
A Lenda do Apanhador de Sonhos
Na tradição lakota, o apanhador de sonhos simboliza o ciclo da vida e atua como filtro espiritual: deixa passar as forças benéficas e retém as influências negativas, que se dissipam com a luz da manhã.
O Hexagrama e a Estrutura Hexalakh
O hexagrama, formado por dois triângulos, é apresentado como símbolo de equilíbrio entre dimensões opostas, como o espiritual e o material. Essa imagem reforça a ideia de harmonia entre os elementos naturais e de totalidade simbólica. O hexagrama não é assim apenas uma figura geométrica, mas um mapa visual da harmonia universal e da integração de todas as dualidades.
O Hexalakh é apresentado como uma prática espiritual rovingiana e uma estrutura simbólica que reúne geometria, ancestralidade e harmonização energética. A sua construção exprime uma ligação estreita com os elementos naturais e reforça a ideia de proteção ritual.
Estrutura e Composição
A estrutura assume uma forma hexagonal, construída com ramos trazidos pela corrente e pedras recolhidas diretamente no local. O entrelaçamento interior funciona como uma teia de proteção, enquanto a colocação sobre uma pequena massa de água reforça o seu valor simbólico e ritual.
Sincretismo Cultural e Espiritual
O ritual articula referências simbólicas de diferentes tradições indígenas da América do Norte, combinando as ideias de abrigo, ancoragem e proteção espiritual. Nesse enquadramento, a construção remete tanto para uma lógica de fixação simbólica como para a função de filtragem associada ao apanhador de sonhos.
Função Energética e Simbolismo
A função energética do Hexalakh é apresentada como a capacidade de desviar, reter e neutralizar forças estagnadas até à sua dissipação. Neste contexto, os lagos glaciares funcionam como metáfora de imobilidade e retenção, enquanto o reflexo na água cria uma ponte visual e simbólica entre o céu e a terra.
O equinócio da primavera surge, por fim, como imagem de equilíbrio, renovação e regresso da luz, levando à dissipação das forças estagnadas e em desequilíbrio que estavam retidas no selo.
Por isso é que este ritual se faz no final do Inverno, perto do equinócio da Primavera no Hemisfério Norte.
Le bâtiment Richard Meier, d'un blanc éclatant, se dresse au cœur de la nature environnante. Que les visiteurs se réjouissent : là où l'art et le nouveau bâtiment du musée s'harmonisent, ils seront les gagnants. Ici, pas de compétition pour occuper la vedette, mais un lieu empreint d'art, un lieu qui révèle sa vraie nature et offre un écrin aux œuvres de l'artiste-mécène du musée ainsi qu'à l'art contemporain.
« Mon architecture ouverte et transparente crée des transitions fluides entre l'intérieur et l'extérieur et reflète le même lien avec la nature que celui exprimé dans les œuvres de Hans Arp. »
En tant que l'un des plus grands architectes de musées internationaux, Richard Meier se réfère dans son architecture aux principes du modernisme classique, un style qui a connu son apogée au début du XXe siècle. Cette époque a également façonné l'œuvre du duo d'artistes Hans Arp et Sophie Taeuber-Arp. Le bâtiment de Meier est baigné de lumière et semble emmener les visiteurs hors de leur quotidien. Ici, les œuvres trouvent un espace propice à leur épanouissement.
The dazzling white Richard Meier Building stands out in the heart of the surrounding nature. Visitors can rejoice: wherever art and the new museum building harmonize, they will be the winners. Here, there's no competition for the spotlight, but a place imbued with art, a place that reveals its true nature and provides a showcase for the works of the museum's artist-patron as well as contemporary art.
"My open and transparent architecture creates seamless transitions between indoors and outdoors and reflects the same connection with nature expressed in the works of Hans Arp."
As one of the greatest international museum architects, Richard Meier refers in his architecture to the principles of classical modernism, a style that reached its peak in the early 20th century. This era also shaped the work of the artist duo Hans Arp and Sophie Taeuber-Arp. Meier's building is bathed in light and seems to transport visitors away from their everyday lives. Here, the works find a space conducive to their development.
Milan Cathedral, is the cathedral church of Milan, Lombardy, Italy. Dedicated to the Nativity of St Mary (Santa Maria Nascente), it is the seat of the Archbishop of Milan, currently Archbishop Mario Delpini.
The cathedral took nearly six centuries to complete: construction began in 1386, and the final details were completed in 1965. It is the largest church in the Italian Republic—the larger St. Peter's Basilica is in the State of Vatican City, a sovereign state—and possibly the second largest in Europe and the third largest in the world (its size and position remains a matter of debate).
Milan's layout, with streets either radiating from the Duomo or circling it, reveals that the Duomo occupies what was the most central site in Roman Mediolanum, that of the public basilica facing the forum. The first cathedral, the "new basilica" (basilica nova) dedicated to St Thecla, was completed by 355. It seems to share, on a slightly smaller scale, the plan of the contemporaneous church recently rediscovered beneath Tower Hill in London. An adjoining basilica was erected in 836. The old octagonal baptistery, the Battistero Paleocristiano, dates to 335 and still can be visited under the Cathedral. When a fire damaged the cathedral and basilica in 1075, they were rebuilt as the Duomo.
In 1386, Archbishop Antonio da Saluzzo began construction of the cathedral. Start of the construction coincided with the ascension to power in Milan of the archbishop's cousin Gian Galeazzo Visconti, and was meant as a reward to the noble and working classes, who had suffered under his tyrannical Visconti predecessor Barnabò. Before actual work began, three main buildings were demolished: the palace of the Archbishop, the Ordinari Palace and the Baptistry of St. Stephen at the Spring, while the old church of Sta. Maria Maggiore was exploited as a stone quarry. Enthusiasm for the immense new building soon spread among the population, and the shrewd Gian Galeazzo, together with his cousin the archbishop, collected large donations for the work-in-progress. The construction program was strictly regulated under the "Fabbrica del Duomo", which had 300 employees led by first chief engineer Simone da Orsenigo. Orsenigo initially planned to build the cathedral from brick in Lombard Gothic style.
Visconti had ambitions to follow the newest trends in European architecture. In 1389, a French chief engineer, Nicolas de Bonaventure, was appointed, adding to the church its Rayonnant Gothic. Galeazzo gave the Fabbrica del Duomo exclusive use of the marble from the Candoglia quarry and exempted it from taxes. Ten years later another French architect, Jean Mignot, was called from Paris to judge and improve upon the work done, as the masons needed new technical aid to lift stones to an unprecedented height.[8] Mignot declared all the work done up till then as in pericolo di ruina ("peril of ruin"), as it had been done sine scienzia ("without science"). In the following years Mignot's forecasts proved untrue, but they spurred Galeazzo's engineers to improve their instruments and techniques. Work proceeded quickly, and at the death of Gian Galeazzo in 1402, almost half the cathedral was complete. Construction, however, stalled almost totally until 1480, for lack of money and ideas: the most notable works of this period were the tombs of Marco Carelli and Pope Martin V (1424) and the windows of the apse (1470s), of which those extant portray St. John the Evangelist, by Cristoforo de' Mottis, and Saint Eligius and San John of Damascus, both by Niccolò da Varallo. In 1452, under Francesco Sforza, the nave and the aisles were completed up to the sixth bay.
In 1488, both Leonardo da Vinci and Donato Bramante created models in a competition to design the central cupola; Leonardo later withdrew his submission. In 1500 to 1510, under Ludovico Sforza, the octagonal cupola was completed, and decorated in the interior with four series of 15 statues each, portraying saints, prophets, sibyls and other Figures from the Bible. The exterior long remained without any decoration, except for the Guglietto dell'Amadeo ("Amadeo's Little Spire"), constructed 1507–1510. This is a Renaissance masterwork which nevertheless harmonized well with the general Gothic appearance of the church.
During the subsequent Spanish domination, the new church proved usable, even though the interior remained largely unfinished, and some bays of the nave and the transepts were still missing. In 1552 Giacomo Antegnati was commissioned to build a large organ for the north side of the choir, and Giuseppe Meda provided four of the sixteen reliefs which were to decorate the altar area (the program was completed by Federico Borromeo). In 1562, Marco d' Agrate's St. Bartholomew and the famous Trivulzio candelabrum (12th century) were added.
After the accession of Carlo Borromeo to the archbishop's throne, all lay monuments were removed from the Duomo. These included the tombs of Giovanni, and Filippo Maria Visconti, Francesco I and his wife Bianca, Galeazzo Maria, which were brought to unknown destinations. However, Borromeo's main intervention was the appointment, in 1571, of Pellegrino Pellegrini as chief engineer— a contentious move, since to appoint Pellegrino, who was not a lay brother of the duomo, required a revision of the Fabbrica's statutes.
Borromeo and Pellegrini strove for a new, Renaissance appearance for the cathedral, that would emphasise its Roman / Italian nature, and subdue the Gothic style, which was now seen as foreign. As the façade still was largely incomplete, Pellegrini designed a "Roman" style one, with columns, obelisks and a large tympanum. When Pellegrini's design was revealed, a competition for the design of the façade was announced, and this elicited nearly a dozen entries, including one by Antonio Barca
This design was never carried out, but the interior decoration continued: in 1575-1585 the presbytery was rebuilt, while new altars and the baptistry were added. The wooden choir stalls were constructed by 1614 for the main altar by Francesco Brambilla. In 1577 Borromeo finally consecrated the whole edifice as a new church, distinct from the old Santa Maria Maggiore and Santa Tecla (which had been unified in 1549 after heavy disputes).
At the beginning of the 17th century Federico Borromeo had the foundations of the new façade laid by Francesco Maria Richini and Fabio Mangone. Work continued until 1638 with the construction of five portals and two middle windows. In 1649, however, the new chief architect Carlo Buzzi introduced a striking revolution: the façade was to revert to original Gothic style, including the already finished details within big Gothic pilasters and two giant belfries. Other designs were provided by, among others, Filippo Juvarra (1733) and Luigi Vanvitelli (1745), but all remained unapplied. In 1682 the façade of Santa Maria Maggiore was demolished and the cathedral's roof covering completed.
In 1762 one of the main features of the cathedral, the Madonnina's spire, was erected at the dizzying height of 108.5 m. The spire was designed by Carlo Pellicani and sports at the top a famous polychrome Madonnina statue, designed by Giuseppe Perego that befits the stature of the cathedral. Given Milan's notoriously damp and foggy climate, the Milanese consider it a fair-weather day when the Madonnina is visible from a distance, as it is so often covered by mist.
On 20 May 1805, Napoleon Bonaparte, about to be crowned King of Italy, ordered the façade to be finished by Pellicani. In his enthusiasm, he assured that all expenses would fall to the French treasurer, who would reimburse the Fabbrica for the real estate it had to sell. Even though this reimbursement was never paid, it still meant that finally, within only seven years, the Cathedral's façade was completed. Pellicani largely followed Buzzi's project, adding some neo-Gothic details to the upper windows. As a form of thanksgiving, a statue of Napoleon was placed at the top of one of the spires. Napoleon was crowned King of Italy at the Duomo.
In the following years, most of the missing arches and spires were constructed. The statues on the southern wall were also finished, while in 1829–1858, new stained glass windows replaced the old ones, though with less aesthetically significant results. The last details of the cathedral were finished only in the 20th century: the last portal was inaugurated on 6 January 1965. This date is considered the very end of a process which had proceeded for generations, although even now, some uncarved blocks remain to be completed as statues. The Allied bombing of Milan in World War II further delayed construction. Like many other cathedrals in cities bombed by the Allied forces, the Duomo suffered some damage, although to a lesser degree compared to other major buildings in the vicinity such as the La Scala Theatre. It was quickly repaired and became a place of solace and gathering for displaced local residents.
The Duomo's main façade went under renovation from 2003 to early 2009: as of February 2009, it has been completely uncovered, showing again the colours of the Candoglia marble.
In November 2012 officials announced a campaign to raise funds for the cathedral's preservation by asking patrons to adopt the building's spires. The effects of pollution on the 14th-century building entail regular maintenance, and recent austerity cuts to Italy's culture budget has left less money for upkeep of cultural institutions, including the cathedral. To help make up funds, Duomo management launched a campaign offering its 135 spires up for "adoption." Donors who contribute €100,000 (about $110,505) or more will have a plaque with their name engraved on it placed on the spire.
Motion Picture Herald, November 11, 1939:
“Forming a striking architectural feature of the new Sandra theatre, Wichita, Kansas, is the luminous sign tower rising above the marquee and lighted in six pastel shades to harmonize with the color scheme of the building front.”
ZONSER GRIND | RHINE, GERMANY
It started snowing through the night... a cold, icy morning made up for some epic mood and light, harmonizing perfectly with the heavily flooded Rhine.
Downside is, that all our normal walks are flooded too. So this here depicts the end of the way, we could take. A mere 10 minutes away. :)
The Rainbow Bridge (レインボーブリッジ Reinbō burijji) is a suspension bridge crossing northern Tokyo Bay between Shibaura Pier and the Odaiba waterfront development in Minato, Tokyo, Japan.
Construction started in 1987 and was completed in 1993. The bridge is 798 metres (2,618 ft) long with a main span of 580 metres (1,903 ft).'Rainbow Bridge" was decided by the public.
The towers supporting the bridge are white in color, designed to harmonize with the skyline of central Tokyo seen from Odaiba. There are lamps placed on the wires supporting the bridge, which are illuminated into three different colors, red, white and green every night using solar energy obtained during the day.(Wikipedia)
Truong Sanh Residence is a historically significant architectural complex located within the broader system of royal structures associated with the Nguyen Dynasty in Hue. Unlike palaces used for official ceremonies or royal governance, Truong Sanh Residence reflects the private living, spiritual, and cultural aspects of royal life, offering visitors a deeper understanding of how Nguyen emperors and royal family members balanced daily life, beliefs, and nature.
Nestled in a quiet setting that harmonizes with the surrounding landscape, Truong Sanh Residence stands as a subtle symbol of longevity, peace, and continuity, values deeply rooted in Eastern philosophy and Confucian thought.
Germany, Hamburg, "Planten un Blomen" is an approximately 47 hectare park in the centre of Hamburg.
The name "Planten un Blomen" is in the North German dialect & it means “Plants & Flowers”. The founder & first director of the botanical garden in the Hamburg walls, Johann G. C. Lehmann, planted a plane tree in November 1821, the first tree in the park. The tree is located still today at the Dammtor train station entrance between the large tropical glasshouse & the Congress Centre, the tree is a natural symbol representing the beginnings of the gardens.
The park is a popular destination for the inhabitants in the Hamburg metropolitan area & tourists; it is part of a green zone that stretches horizontally through the whole nearly 2 million city down to the harbour.
The park is famous for its water-light concerts, public theatre & music performances. In addition to the gardens, there is a large playground in the southern park area; the park is open all year round there is no entrance fee.
📌...From May to September, the water-light concerts are presented daily at 10 pm with a bi-weekly changing 30 minutes program. The fountain & lighting is operated by three technicians during the show & tuned to harmonize with the music. Every evening several hundreds of people, with or without a picnic, sit on the lawns around the lake to watch the intense spectacle...unless it rains, the water games still take place.
👉 One World one Dream,
🙏...Danke, Xièxie 谢谢, Thanks, Gracias, Merci, Grazie, Obrigado, Arigatô, Dhanyavad, Chokrane to you & over
17 million visits in my photostream with countless motivating comments
Germany, Hamburg, "Planten un Blomen"…a real „Blue Hour” harmonised with the colour of the fountains over the lake & the park area.
The Park is an approximately 47 hectare park in the centre of Hamburg.
The name "Planten un Blomen" is in the North German dialect & it means “Plants & Flowers”. The founder & first director of the botanical garden in the Hamburg walls, Johann G. C. Lehmann, planted a plane tree in November 1821, the first tree in the park. The tree is located still today at the Dammtor train station entrance between the large tropical glasshouse & the Congress Centre, the tree is a natural symbol representing the beginnings of the gardens.
The park is a popular destination for the inhabitants in the Hamburg metropolitan area & tourists; it is part of a green zone that stretches horizontally through the whole nearly 2 million city down to the harbour.
The park is famous for its water-light concerts, public theatre & music performances. In addition to the gardens, there is a large playground in the southern park area; the park is open all year round there is no entrance fee.
📌...From May to September, the water-light concerts are presented daily at 10 pm with a bi-weekly changing 30 minutes program. The fountain & lighting is operated by three technicians during the show & tuned to harmonize with the music. Every evening several hundreds of people, with or without a picnic, sit on the lawns around the lake to watch the intense spectacle...unless it rains, the water games still take place.
👉 One World one Dream,
🙏...Danke, Xièxie 谢谢, Thanks, Gracias, Merci, Grazie, Obrigado, Arigatô, Dhanyavad, Chokrane to you & over
17 million visits in my photostream with countless motivating comments
O Jardim de Santa Bárbara, em pleno centro histórico de Braga, é um espaço público que harmoniza a beleza da jardinagem formal com a imponente arquitetura medieval do Paço Arquiepiscopal. Criado no século XX, o jardim apresenta canteiros geometricamente dispostos, exibindo uma floração colorida e diversificada que acompanha as estações do ano. A imponente muralha de pedra do Paço, erguida entre os séculos XIV e XV, serve de pano de fundo, criando um contraste notável. No centro, a fonte do século XVII, encimada pela estátua de Santa Bárbara, que dá nome ao jardim, acrescenta um elemento histórico e artístico. Este espaço, classificado como Sítio de Interesse Municipal, é um ponto de encontro popular e um testemunho da rica herança cultural de Braga, atraindo residentes e visitantes para contemplar esta fusão singular entre natureza e história.
The Santa Bárbara Garden, in the heart of Braga's historic center, is a public space that harmonizes the beauty of formal gardening with the imposing medieval architecture of the Archbishop's Palace. Created in the 20th century, the garden features geometrically arranged flower beds, displaying colorful and diverse blooms that accompany the seasons. The imposing stone wall of the Palace, built between the 14th and 15th centuries, serves as a backdrop, creating a striking contrast. In the center, the 17th-century fountain, topped by the statue of Saint Barbara, after whom the garden is named, adds a historical and artistic element. This space, classified as a Site of Municipal Interest, is a popular meeting place and a testament to Braga's rich cultural heritage, attracting residents and visitors to contemplate this unique fusion of nature and history.
On my fourteenth birthday I got a camera and from that time on I started shooting. First all kind of things but more and more transport. At some point I started with wedding photography and that was a golden time, especially financially. I learned how to work fast and still checking that the subject was sharp and foreground and background harmonized with the bridal couple. Due to the success there was no possibility to do other things and after a few years I stopped, just photographing transport again. One thing has remained. I still look at the foreground and background and the subject needs to be in harmony and sharp!!!
My Head said Triptych and my Heart made a Quadtych. My Reason as is often the case was of little use as Emotion had designs on a different notion. I followed Heart the chest wedge of appreciation and it was happy especially so as Head was proved wrong yet again. Dumb Brain trying to think bright solution after brilliant solution. Three became Four and they opened out ready to reflect and hopefully to soar with one extra wing into any and all skies and rise in the mind’s of any casual passers by. Unfold to to reveal what’s told nothing either new, or old, nothing charged nothing sold. Just a picture reflected and reflected on itself.
One Lily is joy and several are a pleasure. In the wondrous white flowering there was an unfocused centre ready to be composed into a Heart. The Heart was all ready fading, the bright petals were gently time spent mouldering back to soil from where they had sprouted with their moment of splendid presentation now fading into degradation. One picture repeated and repeated to release the central pulse from the Heart of Death and of Life to fulfil the flowering out of The Lily of Life not unlike the sephira of Tiphareth on The Tree of Life.
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Tiferet (Hebrew: תִּפְאֶרֶת Tip̄ʾereṯ, in pausa: תִּפְאָרֶת Tip̄ʾāreṯ, lit. 'beauty, glory, adornment')[1] alternatively Tifaret, Tiphareth, Tifereth or Tiphereth, is the sixth sefira in the kabbalistic Tree of Life. It has the common association of "Spirituality", "Balance", "Integration", "Beauty", "Miracles", and "Compassion".[2]
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In the Bahir it states: "Sixth is the adorned, glorious, delightful throne of glory, the house of the world to come. Its place is engraved in wisdom as it says 'God said: Let there be light, and there was light.'" [3]
Tiferet is the force that integrates the sefira of Chesed ("Kindness") and Gevurah ("Strength", also called Din, "Judgement"). These two forces are, respectively, expansive (giving) and restrictive (receiving). Either of them without the other could not manifest the flow of Divine energy; they must be balanced in perfect proportion by balancing compassion with discipline. This balance can be seen in the role of Tiferet, wherein the conflicting forces are harmonized, and creation flowers forth. Tiferet also similarly balances Netzach and Hod. In that case, Hod can be seen as the intellect whereas Netzach is seen as emotion.
Shot at the Quinta da Regaleira Palace, Sintra
We walked around the gardens for hours, so many ancient structures hidden and harmonized with the wild nature, giant trees and twisted lakes. Truly a sight to be hold.
Germany, Hamburg, "Planten un Blomen" is an approximately 47 hectare park in the centre of Hamburg.
The name "Planten un Blomen" is in the North German dialect & it means “Plants & Flowers”. The founder & first director of the botanical garden in the Hamburg walls, Johann G. C. Lehmann, planted a plane tree in November 1821, the first tree in the park. The tree is located still today at the Dammtor train station entrance between the large tropical glasshouse & the Congress Centre, the tree is a natural symbol representing the beginnings of the gardens.
The park is a popular destination for the inhabitants in the Hamburg metropolitan area & tourists; it is part of a green zone that stretches horizontally through the whole nearly 2 million city down to the harbour.
The park is famous for its water-light concerts, public theatre & music performances. In addition to the gardens, there is a large playground in the southern park area; the park is open all year round there is no entrance fee.
📌...From May to September, the water-light concerts are presented daily at 10 pm with a bi-weekly changing 30 minutes program. The fountain & lighting is operated by three technicians during the show & tuned to harmonize with the music. Every evening several hundreds of people, with or without a picnic, sit on the lawns around the lake to watch the intense spectacle...unless it rains, the water games still take place.
👉 One World one Dream,
🙏...Danke, Xièxie 谢谢, Thanks, Gracias, Merci, Grazie, Obrigado, Arigatô, Dhanyavad, Chokrane to you & over
17 million visits in my photostream with countless motivating comments
Created for MIXMASTER CHALLENGE #81
CHEF brillianthues wants us to create a surreal garden ...
➤ Your image should feature unrealistic, large scale plants and/or flowers...
➤ Also one or more very small scale people as compared to the plants/flowers ...
➤ And one or more round object(s): circle, orb, globe, mandala, etc. ...
➤ Plus the background must be a pattern or gradient.
➤ NO buildings or other architectural structures.
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Fondée en 1872 dans la vallée de la Molignée par des moines bénédictins, l’Abbaye de Maredsous est caractéristique d’un style architectural néo-gothique qui s’harmonise parfaitement avec la nature boisée et vallonnée de la région
Empreints de spiritualité, les bâtiments de l’abbaye de Maredsous dégagent une sensation de plénitude et d’absolu à laquelle on ne peut rester indifférent. L’église qui domine le cloître, le monastère et la bibliothèque, les diverses dépendances dont l’ancienne école des métiers d’art, le Centre d’accueil Saint-Joseph, constituent un ensemble harmonieux qui invite le visiteur à la promenade et à la méditation.
La vie des moines de l'abbaye de Maredsous
Comme les Cisterciens ou les Trappistes, les moines de l’Abbaye de Maredsous ont adopté la règle de St-Benoît, une ligne de conduite qui partage la vie du moine entre prière, travail et tradition d’accueil.
Bien ancrés dans la société contemporaine, les moines de Maredsous ont développé une économie qui répond aux exigences du sacré comme aux besoins de la communauté. Ainsi, chaque moine s’emploie à une tâche bien précise : certains enseignent, d’autres travaillent à la bibliothèque, dans divers secteurs de la recherche scientifique, au Centre Informatique et Bible ou s’occupent du service d’administration et de fonctionnement de l’abbaye. Les moines collaborent aussi aux ateliers d’art ou à la fromagerie et s’occupent de l’accueil des visiteurs.
Dépositaire de la tradition bénédictine, l’Abbaye de Maredsous est surtout un foyer culturel : dès 1882, elle accueille un centre d’artisanat d’art et d’édition à l’origine du premier missel latin-français, et d’une traduction de la Bible en français en 1950. Dans la même optique, les moines diffusent la Bible sur disquettes dès 1981 et éditent depuis des logiciels d'étude et de lecture biblique.
Founded in 1872 in the Molignée valley by Benedictine monks, Maredsous Abbey is characteristic of a neo-Gothic architectural style which harmonizes perfectly with the wooded and hilly nature of the region.
Imbued with spirituality, the buildings of Maredsous Abbey give off a feeling of fullness and absoluteness to which we cannot remain indifferent. The church which dominates the cloister, the monastery and the library, the various outbuildings including the old crafts school, the Saint-Joseph Welcome Center, constitute a harmonious whole which invites the visitor to stroll and explore. meditation.
The life of the monks of Maredsous Abbey
Like the Cistercians or the Trappists, the monks of Maredsous Abbey have adopted the rule of St-Benoît, a line of conduct which divides the life of the monk between prayer, work and tradition of welcome.
Well anchored in contemporary society, the monks of Maredsous have developed an economy that meets the demands of the sacred as well as the needs of the community. Thus, each monk works on a very specific task: some teach, others work in the library, in various sectors of scientific research, at the Computer and Bible Center or take care of the administration and operation of the the abbey. The monks also collaborate in the art workshops or the cheese factory and take care of welcoming visitors.
Custodian of the Benedictine tradition, the Abbey of Maredsous is above all a cultural center: from 1882, it hosted a center of artistic crafts and publishing at the origin of the first Latin-French missal, and a translation of the Bible in French in 1950. In the same vein, the monks distributed the Bible on floppy disks from 1981 and have since published Bible study and reading software.
An interesting contrast of architecture on Harvard's campus: Memorial Hall, with its grand and colorful Victorian Gothic style, and Gund Hall, with crisp and straightforward modernist design.
From just the right angle, the two buildings flow into each other. Almost like a harmonization of the two, these seemingly opposite styles coming together to form this part of the campus. Always love coming by here, and thankfully this time, I had my camera with me!
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Camera: Contax RX (1994)
Lens: f3.4/35-70 Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T*
Film: Kodak Ektar 100
Exposure: EI 100 (Box)
Weather: Early afternoon, mostly clear sky.
Scan: Lab scan.
Modern architecture captivates with its sleek lines, innovative materials, and minimalist designs, harmonizing form and function.
It emphasizes open spaces, natural light, and sustainable practices, creating elegant structures that blend seamlessly with their surroundings while pushing creative boundaries.
In the past few days, an intriguing idea struck me. What if each week I came up with a different theme? This notion seemed both exciting and promising, offering a fresh perspective and a constant source of novelty. I imagined diving into a new world every seven days, exploring diverse themes.
Most landscape photos are likely to be wide-angle shots, but it's also worth taking telephoto shots. When I travel I always have my 70-200 with me and like in this photo together with the 2x teleconverter you get completely different compressed sections and abstract views. The "elephant skin" of the rocks in the foreground harmonizes wonderfully with the sandy tones of the Bad Water Basin in the background. This photo was taken early in the morning in Death Valley from Zabriskie Point. It was the second time I visited Death Valley (way back in the 80s) and I've been fascinated by this unique landscape ever since...
Die meisten Landschaftsfotos sind wohl Weitwinkelaufnahmen, doch es lohnt sich auch, Teleaufnahmen zu machen. Bei Reisen habe ich immer mein 70-200er im Gepäck und wie in diesem Foto zusammen mit dem 2-fach Telekonverter erhält man ganz andere komprimierte Aussschnitte und abstrakte Ansichten. Die "Elefantenhaut" der Felsen im Vordergrund harmoniert wunderbar mit den Sandtönen des Bad Water Basins im Hintergrund. Diese Aufnahme entstand am frühen Morgen im Death Valley vom Zabriskie Point aus. Es war das zweite Mal, dass ich das Death Valley besucht habe (lange zurück in den 80ern) und seitdem fasziniert mich diese einzigartige Landschaft...
"Black-eyed Susan
Rudbeckia hirta, commonly called black-eyed Susan, is a North American flowering plant in the sunflower family, native to Eastern and Central North America and naturalized in the Western part of the continent as well as in China." - Wikipedia
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Um candeeiro de rua tradicional é uma peça de iluminação pública que se encontra em muitas cidades históricas, como Lisboa. Estes candeeiros têm um design elegante e clássico, que se harmoniza com a arquitetura e o ambiente da cidade. Os candeeiros de rua tradicionais são geralmente feitos de ferro fundido ou bronze, com uma forma alongada e curva, com uma lâmpada na ponta. Alguns candeeiros, como este, têm também ornamentos ou brasões que representam a identidade da cidade ou do bairro.
A traditional street lamp is a piece of street lighting found in many historic cities, such as Lisbon. These lamps have an elegant, classic design that harmonizes with the architecture and atmosphere of the city. Traditional street lamps are usually made of cast iron or bronze, with an elongated, curved shape and a bulb at the end. Some lamps, like this one, also have ornaments or coats of arms that represent the identity of the city or neighborhood.
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UN Charter, Article 1
To maintain international peace and security, and to that end: to take effective collective measures for the prevention and removal of threats to the peace, and for the suppression of acts of aggression or other breaches of the peace, and to bring about by peaceful means, and in conformity with the principles of justice and international law, adjustment or settlement of international disputes or situations which might lead to a breach of the peace;
To develop friendly relations among nations based on respect for the principle of equal rights and self-determination of peoples, and to take other appropriate measures to strengthen universal peace;
To achieve international co-operation in solving international problems of an economic, social, cultural, or humanitarian character, and in promoting and encouraging respect for human rights and for fundamental freedoms for all without distinction as to race, sex, language, or religion; and
To be a centre for harmonizing the actions of nations in the attainment of these common ends.
🎧 Music: Peter, Paul & Mary - Blowin' in the Wind
✈: Startdust's Exhibition for Modern Art
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