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The Grover-built 0-4-0 SPC No. 2 is seen here rolling past some boxcars parked on a siding. The loco will soon back against the cars and pull some up the grade.
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Oil rendering of one of my favorites.
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These wonderful birds have been visiting us for over a year.
Earlier this summer we also welcomed the second generation of their family, with many fledglings growing up with food from our balcony feeders.
Crouched down in the water in Pucks Glen I was nicely sheltered from Storm Dennis, and while there grabbed this shot below the swollen river tumbling over rocks. The shot isn't quite as sharp as I would like due to the water hammering against the legs of the tripod..
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Ancient Roots, Sacred Walls
A low-angle perspective, looking up toward the monastery's formidable stone walls and the surrounding rugged mountain terrain. This perspective emphasizes the scale and protective nature of the fortification.
The image captures the monastery's stark, defensive architecture, including wooden projection boxes and small windows set into the massive stone blocks.
The low-angle, upward-looking perspective creates a sense of grandeur and scale, which is effective for a historical fortress-like structure. This "worm's-eye view" makes the monastery walls appear more imposing.
The use of the olive tree on the left provides a natural foreground frame. It adds depth and a sense of place, contrasting the organic, soft texture of the leaves against the hard, sun-drenched stone of the walls.
These olive trees are a living testament to the monastery's history, with some believed to be over 1,200 years old. For centuries, the monks have used their harvest to produce award-winning olive oil for both nourishment and lighting sacred lamps.
The direct sunlight creates high contrast. While the stone textures are well-captured, the "blown-out" (pure white) area around the sun and some lens flare are visible.
The natural "nature's palette" of desert ochre, deep sky blue, and olive green is vibrant and true to the Sinai landscape.
The image features high-contrast lighting with a brilliant sunburst in the upper right corner. The clear, deep blue sky and sunlit stone create a sense of the arid, sun-drenched environment of the Sinai Desert.
behind the scenes shorty on youtube: youtube.com/shorts/ea9YAb1grpk?si=W-ngvUJugWKBm3Rt
every morning, the same narrow streets. the same stone walls that have stood for centuries. and then, suddenly, someone passes through them as if they were nothing — a body bent over handlebars, a wheel turning, a shadow longer than the rider. the sun watches from above. it has seen this before, in different forms, with different machines. it does not care about the difference.
Hawa Mahal is made of red and pink, red stone and is a fusion of Rajput and Islamic styles of architecture. These systematically built red domed canopies with golden tip and the arches pictured against clear beautiful blue sky are very eye catching!
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Henbit blooms near Hartsburg, Missouri. Photography by Notley Hawkins. Taken with a Canon EOS R5m2 camera with a Canon RF15-35mm F2.8 L IS USM lens at ƒ/8.0 with a 1/115-second exposure at ISO 50. Processed with Adobe Lightroom CC.
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Late in the afternoon, after a few hours of rummaging around, this juvenile moorhen grabbed a spider. Dinner sorted!
St. John's Church in Warren County, Missouri. Photography by Notley Hawkins. Taken with a Canon EOS R5 camera with a Canon RF15-35mm F2.8 L IS USM lens at ƒ/8.0 with a 1/800-second exposure at ISO 200. Processed with Adobe Lightroom Classic.
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This is the Laboratory of Anthropology (part of the Museum of Indian Arts and Culture / Museum of New Mexico complex) located on Museum Hill in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
It was designed by John Gaw Meem (1894–1983), widely regarded as one of the most influential architects in the American Southwest and a primary developer of the Pueblo Revival style.
Architectural Description
Style: Outstanding example of Spanish-Pueblo Revival architecture, which blends elements of traditional Puebloan design and Spanish Colonial mission styles.
Facade & Buttresses: The dramatic entrance is flanked by two massive, sloping adobe-plastered buttresses designed to mimic traditional historic mission churches and multi-story pueblo structures.
Structural Details: Features heavy wooden lintels above doors and windows, exposed projecting wooden ceiling beams (vigas), deeply recessed multi-pane windows, and carved wooden double doors.
Finish & Color: Earth-toned stucco with organic, gently rounded corners that emulate hand-plastered adobe craftsmanship.
History of the Laboratory of Anthropology
Founded in 1927 with significant backing from philanthropist John D. Rockefeller Jr., the Laboratory of Anthropology was established as an independent research institution dedicated to preserving, studying, and celebrating Southwestern Indigenous and Hispanic cultural traditions.
The Design Competition (1930): Architect John Gaw Meem won a national design competition to plan the original campus, including the laboratory building and the nearby Director's Residence.
Opening (1931): Completed in 1931, the building served as a central hub for field researchers, archaeologists, and anthropologists throughout the American Southwest.
Merger & Evolution: In 1947, the Laboratory merged with the Museum of New Mexico system. Today, it remains an integral component of the Museum of Indian Arts and Culture on Museum Hill, housing expansive research collections, archives, and administrative facilities.
Oeuvre of John Gaw Meem (1894–1983)
John Gaw Meem is widely acknowledged as the "father" of Spanish-Pueblo Revival architecture and a central figure in defining the visual identity of Santa Fe.
Background: Trained originally as a civil engineer at VMI, Meem moved to Santa Fe in 1920 to recover from tuberculosis at the Sunmount Sanatorium. Captivated by the regional historic architecture, he pivoted to design and preservation.
Architectural Legacy:
Pueblo Revival Style: Championed organic adobe-like forms, earth tones, heavy exposed timber (vigas and corbels), flat roofs, and stepped massing inspired by ancient Southwestern pueblos.
Territorial Revival Style: Pioneered the integration of 19th-century Greek Revival details—such as brick cornices, trim pediments, and symmetrical window placements—with traditional Southwestern earthen forms.
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Biotope est le nouveau bâtiment qui abrite la MEL (Métropole Européenne de Lille).
Architecte : Søren Øllegard de l'agence Henning-Larsen.
Lille | Nord (59) | Hauts-de-France | France
verre reflets fenêtres minimalisme abstrait noir et blanc contre-plongée immeuble
A striking low-angle perspective capturing the massive scale of urban development. A towering red and yellow construction crane reaches up toward a moody, overcast sky, sharply juxtaposed against the heavy, brutalist texture of a massive concrete overpass on the right. This dramatic framing highlights the relentless pace of infrastructure growth and the towering giants of concrete and steel shaping the city's future.
Port Quin is a small cove and hamlet close to Port Isaac at the Cornish coast. In medieval times, the harbour was used by boats to sail to Wales for trading. Nowadays, the village is mostly abandonded and the harbour is maintained by the National Trust. It was a breezy and crisp day on our visit but we enjoyed the quick stop.
A shot of Dunstanburgh Castle, Northumberland, looking across Embleton Bay, early morning after sunrise. I needed to get the camera very low in order to get the reflection, which required inverting the Center column of the tripod and having the camera virtually touching the water.
On a quiet stretch of northern asphalt, a new generation takes its first collective steps. Guided by the steady silhouette of their mother, the tiny poults march in a soft line of determination, charting a brave new path through the wild green of New Brunswick.
Stopped by a convenience store to sit and get a bit of work done. A big yellow dog was fast asleep on the floor. The university students right beside him were deep in a lively discussion, and it didn't bother him one bit.
This historic building can be found at Exeter Quay side. Built in 1680 it handled the trade along the River Exe and is now a visitor centre. It apparently is the oldest brick building to survive in Exeter. The canons in the front are popular with the kids. There's some yummy ice cream just opposite this building from where I was taking the photo (Salted caramel and chocolate are the favourites!).
Contraluz capturado debajo de las famosas "Setas de Sevilla". Icónica arquitectura sevillana surgida del proyecto "Metropol Parasol" del arquitecto alemán Jurgen Mayer.
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Backlight captured under the famous "Setas de Sevilla". Iconic Sevillian architecture emerged from the "Metropol Parasol" project by German architect Jurgen Mayer
Cámara Nikon D850 con lente NIkkor 24-120 F4/G-VR editada con Photoshop
Recomiendo hacer doble click sobre la imagen y ver en grande.
I recommend see in larger, clicking double on the imagen.
Low-angle view of the "Viva México" IMOCA-class racing yacht, part of The Ocean Race fleet, resting in dry dock against a vivid blue sky with dramatic clouds. I liked how the scale of the tall mast with the rigging – and red, white, and dark blue livery of the sleek hull – captured the technical elegance of offshore ocean racing sailboats.
Thank you to everyone who takes a moment to comment, and especially to those who award one of their favourites — I see every one and appreciate your support, feedback and insights enormously. I visit profiles and reply to genuine comments – and return favourites as often as free time allows.
(ES) Una impactante toma en ángulo bajo del velero de competición clase IMOCA "Viva México", parte de la flota de The Ocean Race, en dique seco bajo un cielo azul intenso con nubes dramáticas. El alto mástil, el aparejo y el elegante casco pintado con los colores rojo, blanco y azul marino se muestran en esta dinámica fotografía marítima, que capta la elegancia técnica de los veleros de regatas oceánicas.
Gracias a todos los que se toman un momento para comentar y, especialmente, a quienes otorgan uno de sus favoritos — veo cada uno y agradezco enormemente vuestro apoyo, comentarios e ideas. Visito perfiles y respondo a los comentarios sinceros — y devuelvo los «me gusta» tan a menudo como me lo permite mi tiempo libre.
Another shot from the recent visit to York.
We eventually made our way round to The Shambles, for another fairly classic view. Although the scene looks tranquil, it was in fact very busy and we had to be quick to grab shots in between the many groups partaking in “Ghost Walk” tours.
For this shot I just placed the camera directly onto the street surface as I wanted a very low angle, in part to hide some crowds at the other end of the street. I also did a simple focus stack due to the wide aperture.
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Tower bridge is a combined bascule and suspension bridge in central London. The bridge is built over the River Thames close to the Tower of London and has become an iconic symbol of London. The bridge's present color red, white and blue was painted for Queen Elizabeth II's Silver Jubilee. The tower, with ornate Victorian Gothic style, stands tall against cloudy sky. It makes the bridge a distinctive landmark. The dark steel suspension chain and steel hangers look beautiful with the towers!
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