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South Beach State Park near Newport, Oregon, USA. Shot on one of the walkways leading to the beach, the overgrown Myrtle shrubbery and beach Pines, and gloomy weather create the illusion of walking into a dark unknown. The roar of the ocean was muted in this hushed darkness. Only the cold, the damp, and the sigh of the wind could be felt.
Chobe, Botswana
I take pictures because I like it, not because I am good at it.
The world is like a book and those, who do not travel, only read the first page.
If you only visit 2 continents in your lifetime, visit Africa, twice.
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The Campanile of Trinity College Dublin is a bell tower and one of its most iconic landmarks. The college tradition and superstition holds that any student who passes beneath the campanile will fail their exams, causing some to never pass under it until they finish their time at Trinity College
Leopard cub watching Squirrels in a tree
Okavango Delta, Botswana
I take pictures because I like it, not because I am good at it.
If you only visit 2 continents in your lifetime, visit Africa, twice.
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Wildwood Lake, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
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[explored on 2020-7-14]
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Aix sponsa translates to "waterbird in a bridal dress," referencing the male's ornate plumage.
This perching Wood Duck drake in mating plumage is a stunning display of iridescent greens, purples, and blues on its crested head, contrasted by striking red eyes, a white facial stripe, and a bold chestnut-red breast with white flecks, all set against a body with black, white, and tan patterns and a blue-green wing patch. Its bill is a bright mix of red, white, and black, and its overall appearance features sharp black and white lines separating vibrant sections of color. The background is soft and out-of-focus, featuring a lush, vibrant green canopy of large arrow arum pads, which frame the duck.
Wildwood Park, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
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In Explore September 18, 2021.
Seems two turtles just chillin. Taken at Wildwood Lake in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
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A Green heron having a good soaking.
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Taken at Wildwood Lake in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
I blinked first. He never did blink.
Wildwood lake, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
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Canon EOS 70D
Tamron 150-600mm
1/60 sec.
f/6.3
600mm
ISO125
Black-crowned Night heron taken at Wildwood Lake, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
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1/200 sec. f/6.3 600mm ISO100
A vibrant display of illuminated ornate lamps and lanterns hanging from a ceiling, within a market, where every lantern tells a story of light. The sheer number and variety of lamps hanging from the ceiling create a striking visual display, making the scene unique and captivating.
The variety of metallic lamps, some with intricate cut-out patterns creating decorative light effects, are suspended at different heights, filling the frame. The lighting creates a warm, inviting ambiance, highlighting the detailed craftsmanship of the fixtures.
The low-angle shot, looking upwards, emphasizes the density and intricate patterns of the lighting fixtures. The depth of field appears somewhat shallow, bringing the foreground and midground lanterns into focus while the background elements are slightly softer, creating a sense of depth.
The scene is illuminated primarily by the warm glow emanating from within the lanterns themselves. This creates a rich, atmospheric lighting scheme with strong contrasts between the illuminated patterns and the darker, unlit portions of the fixtures and ceiling. The interplay of light and shadow highlights the detailed craftsmanship of the lanterns.
The dominant colors are warm tones of brass, copper, and the soft yellow/orange of the light, contrasted with darker, possibly aged metal or wood of the ceiling and some of the larger, solid bells. The textures appear varied, from smooth, polished metal to intricately perforated patterns that cast unique light designs.
The warm glow emanating from the lamps creates a distinctive and inviting ambiance evoking a sense of warmth, exoticism, and intricate beauty.
Where the ceiling still shines and columns still smile. A masterpiece of ancient Egyptian art
Stepping back in time within the beautifully preserved Dendera Temple of Hathor, framing the interior of the grand hypostyle hall and marveling at the vibrant colors. A journey through history, where every column has a story to tell.
The massive columns feature capitals carved on four sides with the face of the goddess Hathor, who was associated with joy, music, and motherhood. The columns and walls are covered in extensive, detailed hieroglyphic carvings and reliefs, providing insights into ancient Egyptian mythology and rituals.
The ceiling above still retains much of its original, vibrant paint and is decorated with detailed astronomical scenes, including stars, the goddess Nut, and zodiac signs.
Portions of the vibrant blue ceiling decoration, which once featured astronomical carvings like the famous Dendera zodiac, are still visible.
The image uses a low-angle perspective, looking upwards and through the massive columns towards the rear of the hall. This technique emphasizes the monumental scale and height of the ancient Egyptian architecture, creating a sense of awe and grandeur.
The composition is dominated by the large, intricately carved columns which fill the foreground and midground. They feature distinctive Hathor-headed capitals. The columns act as leading lines and framing elements, drawing the viewer's eye deeper into the temple interior.
Natural light enter from the front and above, illuminating the foreground columns brightly and creating strong contrasts and shadows that highlight the depth and texture of the carvings. The back of the hall is more dimly lit, adding to the sense of mystery and depth.
The photograph showcases the remarkable preservation of color on the ceiling and the column capitals, with vibrant blues and yellows still visible. The entire surface of the columns and ceiling is covered in detailed hieroglyphs and reliefs depicting divine scenes and mythologies.
The structure showcases the advanced artistry and ingenuity of ancient Egyptian architecture, making it one of the best-preserved temple complexes from ancient Egypt.
Ambleside Park is a beach with view of Stanley Park, equipped with a dog park, water park, sports fields & picnic areas.
West Vancouver, BC, Canada
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These statues commemorate the Great Famine of the mid 19th century. During the famine approximately 1 million people died and a million more emigrated from Ireland, causing the island's population to fall by between 20% and 25%.
© Mieneke Andeweg-van Rijn
Contemporary art, called " Self Portrait of INNER TURMOIL", by Jacob Dahlgren, on the slopes of the ancient Iron Age burial ground at Pilane, Klövedal, Island of Tjörn, Sweden.
I immediately thought of YELLOW, performed by Coldplay, one of my favourite songs:
From a welcome breath of fresh air on Saturday, when we made most of the sunny spell in between winter storms! I had spotted the carpet of snowdrops earlier during the week so was happy to return with the family and the sun just showing up behind Crediton church.
African Wild Dog puppies playing wild on the Zambezi floodplains in Mana Pools NP, Zimbabwe
All animals in Africa bite, but the safari bug is the worst.
The world is like a book and those, who do not travel, only read the first page.
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Si Bonbon bersama Djoko Kendil melewati Jembatan Kampungbandan menyapa penyeberangan Jakarta Kota-Tanjung Priok
Short break from landscape serie, back to my jungle...to say:
Happy Quarta Sunset!
HDR 3 Exposures.
Canon Eos 500D.
Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS II
Lesser Yellowlegs during a take off - New York
As it turned out, this past shorebird season was mostly about the yellowlegs for me😁
With tricky conditions in the recent years, I try not to concentrate on searching only for rare birds at the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge. Don’t take me wrong, I love seeing new/rare birds but I’m not that picky anymore. Any cooperative bird gets its chance to be photographed by me, not just rarities. Call me crazy but every outing on the mudflats @jamaicabayguardian is a treat for me Yellowlegs were very cooperative this season, at times walking at below the minimal focus distance of my lens🙈Also, I tried to take more “action shots” putting my new mirrorless camera system to the test. It performed pretty well and I will be sharing the results soon. Stay tuned!
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