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The Icelandic horse is a breed of horse developed in Iceland. Although small and often pony-sized, they are considered horses by most Icelandic breed registries. The breed develops late, but is long-lived and hardy. The breed was developed from ponies brought to Iceland by Viking settlers in the 9th and 10th centuries. Horses were worshipped in Norse mythology, and these beliefs were brought to Iceland by the original settlers. The Icelandic breed is mentioned in both literature and historical records throughout Icelandic history, from the 9th century on, with the first historical reference to an individual horse appearing in the 12th century. Selective breeding has been used over the centuries to develop the breed into its current form. Natural selection has also played a role, with the harsh Icelandic climate killing many horses through cold and starvation. In the late 18th century, much of the breed was wiped out in the aftermath of a volcanic eruption. They are still used for traditional farm work in Iceland, as well as for leisure, showing and racing.
It is difficult to say which is my favorite shot from my trip to Iceland, however series of these shots of Icelandic horses in the mist must be one of the most mystical photoshoot ever. I remember that we drove back to Reykjavik from already amazing time at Seljalandsfoss Waterfall (where I got rather wet from the ever present spray of water). As it was nearly sunset time I was getting more and more restless about the right location for the setting sun. As we drove along the road we noticed group of horses on the field with the mist that was slowly picking up. Icelandic horses were on top of the list of shots I wanted to leave that amazing country with. I managed to get some photos with reasonably good light and background before this moment, however I could have never imagined situation like this. Some shots can be carefully planned and executed, some will never repeat itself, this is definitely one of those. Part of that amazing experience was also the chance to watch how the whole scene “grew on us”. If I was there with a person that is not into photography, I would have taken one or two shots and got back to car. The freedom to explore the whole scene and situation with someone that has the same interest (obsession) gave me opportunity to emerge into the moment and capture better and better photos (completely forgetting that I’m taking photos across sharply wired fence in rather high and very wet grass).
Camera Model: Canon EOS 5D Mark II, Lens’s focal length: 70.00 - 200.00 mm, Photo Focal length: 70.00 mm, Aperture: 4.0, Exposure time: 1/60 s, ISO: 200
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This sunset photo is taken at my favourite place in the north of Isle of Skye. Those islands that you see in horizon are Outer Hebrides Isles.
The overpowering brutal grandeur of Isle of Skye can leave even the most happy-go-lucky tourist speechless. It’s not pretty, it’s magnificent and a bit frightening - the bleak loneliness in parts can chill your soul. Immerse yourself in it (don’t just look at it through the bus or car window). Forget the weather, the midges, your own bed at home, your leaking shoes - you’ll suffer. It’s seldom a kind place, but you’ll be in no doubt that you’re alive.
At the island’s centre are the Cuillin Mountains, the Black Cuillins to the west, jagged and inspiring, the Red Cuillins to the east, rounded and brooding. The name ‘Isle of Skye’ comes from the native Gaelic ‘An t-Eilean Sgitheanach’, which means ‘winged island’. These ‘wings’ of Trotternish and Waternish along with Duirinish, Minginish and Sleat, stretch out into the sea to give a gentler but still mysterious and haunting landscape. The Gaelic nickname is Eilean a’ Cheo (Island of Mist) and as the clouds sit or curl slowly over the hills and fjords this is when Skye’s truest beauty can be admired.
NIKON D70, f/10, 0.003 sec (1/320), ISO 200, 46 mm
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Asia - Nepal - Royal Chitwan National Park - UNESCO World Heritage Site - Oldest national park in Nepal situated in subtropical inner Terai lowlands of South-Central Nepal at foot of Himalayas
At the foot of the Himalayas, Chitwan is one of the few remaining undisturbed vestiges of the 'Terai' region, which formerly extended over the foothills of India and Nepal. It has a particularly rich flora and fauna. One of the last populations of single-horned Asiatic rhinoceros lives in the park, which is also one of the last refuges of the Bengal tiger. Royal Chitwan National Park, the oldest national park in Nepal, is situated in the subtropical inner Terai lowlands of South-Central Nepal. The park was designated as a World Heritage Site in 1984.
Canoeing on Chitwan rivers is an excellent way of seeing waterfalls. The park's dolphins and crocodiles, however, are seldom seen. The high temperatures experienced in the park make bathing in the river an attractive pastime. Water-holes are also lure for a swim. Watching the elephants showering is very interesting.
Camera Model: PENTAX K20D; Lens: Sigma or Tamron Lens; Focal length: 13.00 mm; Aperture: 27; Exposure time: 6.0 s; ISO: 100
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... perchè farle tutte sarebbe davvero uno sforzo esagerato.
C'è chi dice che la vita è come una scala di un pollaio: corta e piena di m.....
Ma se davvero la vita è fatta come le scale la vita è un mondo di creatività, di personalità, di stile, di gioco, anche se io mi sono fermata alle scale a chiocciola.
Da sempre avrei voluto avere una scala a chiocciola ma poi quando le si fanno sono estremamente scomode..... al di là di tutta la scala a chiocciola resta un'invenzione che affascina chiunque!
GRAZIE A TUTTI COLORO CHE HANNO POSTATO SCALE DI COLORI E MATERIALI DI PIU' DIVERSI, DI OGNI EPOCA ED DI OGNI STILE: 1. Spiral Stairs, 2. Spiral Stairs of the Arc de Triomphe, 3. Spiral, 4. spiraling stairs, 5. Spiral stairs, 6. chiocciola, 7. Spiral Stairs, 8. Chiocciola, 9. Spiral stair, 10. Spiral Stairs, 11. Scale che non portano da nessuna parte... scale che salgono soltanto per scendere..., 12. Spiral Stairs, 13. dsc_3944, 14. three stairs, 15. circling stairs, 16. Spiral stairs, 17. Spiral Stairs, 18. Spirale, 19. Spiral Stair, 20. stairs, 21. spinning, 22. Spiral Stair, 23. spiral stair, 24. Strada Maggiore 54, 25. Così esili le tue parole che vagano come una scala a chiocciola senza confini..., 26. Arc de Triomphe spiral stairs, 27. Vignola: la scala a chiocciola di Barozzi, 28. Spiral Stairs, 29. Spiral Stair, 30. Spiral Stair Case, 31. Di vite e metafore, 32. Spiral Stairs 3, 33. Spiral Stair, 34. Scale a chiocciola, 35. Spiral at Arc de Triomphe, 36. Wapda house Stairs
P.S.: Bonzina, questa non si mettono in testa!!!!!!!!!!!
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The other day I took pity on someone who needed logo help. Which launched me into my favourite rant about the devaluing of professional designers (who have spent immense money and time on their education [edit: be this formal education, or very thorough self-education]) due to the mass-accessibility of our tools of the trade (computers and programs, etc) to the general public. I also ranted about the problem with educating society as far as understanding the value of designers who have been trained to think critically and creatively… robustly, if you will, in contrast with people who are just somewhat handy with programs, but don't have the depth or breadth of understanding that can support it, and generally create poor results.
This may not sit very well with many Flickrites who dabble in design and have set out as professionals, I realize. I can't help feeling frustrated, though, when I see the ridiculously low quality of a lot of the work out in the world, and yet I can't find a job. But after ranting, I realized that I am a little hypocritical, in that I am spending a vast amount of time here on Flickr, fancying myself a photographer. Professional photographers must feel the equivalent of my rant against so many flickrites and the like, who have acquired a DSLR and decided to try making a go of a professional photography business. I admit, the notion is not entirely foreign to me.
I am curious about your thoughts on this matter. I've elaborated more thoroughly about my thoughts on my blog, if you'd care to read it, and I ask additional questions about the nature of value and validity in this respect. I'm curious as to your reactions. I have a feeling it may be a bit of a touchy subject. I mean no offense.
Always nice to be back home in Missoula with the family and even better when we have evenings like these. Shot this next to the field just in front of my house.
Canon 5D MK III
Canon EF 17-40mm f/4L USM
Missoula, Montana
Nyhavn 17 in the center of Copenhagen, is one of the most famous and recognizable buildings in Nyhavn.
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Hello Dear flickr friends. I hope you are having a great weekend. Thank you so much for all your wonderufl and kind comments. I appreciate them a lot.
The next lot of photos are from my recent trip to the Forest. As I have done a fair number of photos on this topic, please only comment on the ones that you find most appealing.
Wishing you all a very happy and magical weekend and week ahead my friends : ) xo
If you're not already familiar with it, Scott's shirt is referencing this little internet gem.
I am afraid I have been bogged down with a whole bunch of everything for a while. This is largely the reason why I wasn't uploading, and is most certainly the reason why I haven't really had the time to visit everyone's (anyone's?) streams. Some of my photographs have received a surprising amount of attention lately, which is also a little overwhelming. If I haven't had the opportunity to visit your stream lately, know this: I very much appreciate your comments and visits. I hope to make time to visit your streams soon!
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Wildflowers at dusk at contrast to the mineral rich red earth. Red Center. Outback, Australia.
Custom ND grad.
"The glow of one warm thought is to me worth more than money." - Thomas Jefferson.
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Asia - Laos - Vientiane Province - Vang Vieng - Small traditional town surrounded by Limestone Hills and Nam Song River
Vang Vieng is a small town surrounded by mountains & rivers. The main attractions are caves, Hmong villages, and the natural mountain scenery. A favorite with travelers - many stay longer than planned. However this town became too famous for them and became a party village. Music and noise last until late night. The market is located five kilometers north of the town selling Lao textiles, household items and several stalls selling dubious foodstuffs. It is possible for stalls to sell bats, squirrels, monkeys, rats, mice and other animals as food. In the town there is a wat that is notable in looking rundown and keeping its valuables chained behind a door. The town is situated on the main north-south highway, Route 13 from Luang Prabang to the capital, Vientiane.
The real attractions of the area are the scenery, the limestone hills and the numerous caves and caverns. Vang Vieng is set along the banks of the Nam Song River. In the near distance towering behind Vang Vieng are the most incredible rock formations. They are jagged limestone karsts that tower above the jungle - steep walls which have somehow eluded the jungle's grasp. In the morning hours a fine mists hovers just above the jungle at the base of these formations. In the evenings they form an incredible back drop for picture taking during the "golden hour."
Camera Model: Canon EOS 5D Mark II; Lens: EF17-40mm f/4L USM; Focal length: 23.00 mm; Aperture: 22; Exposure time: 20.0 s; ISO: 50
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"A beautiful reminder of the circle of life,
of death and resurrection
and how light will surely follow
the darkest of nights..."
- Jim (pinoyphotog), Feb. 24, 2009
I surprised myself by selecting this as number one in my own top ten.
While the subject matter must engage, most importantly I think I've learned anew from this exercise that photographs cannot live without quality light. Bold, subtle, colourful, gathered over minutes or in a flash, it must give life to a flat collection of pixels.
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Cairo (Arabic: القاهرة transliteration: Al-Qāhira), which means "the Vanquisher" or "the Triumphant", is the capital and largest city of Egypt and on the African continent. It is the Arab World's largest and Africa's most populous city.
A journey through Cairo is virtual time travel: from the Pyramids, the Hanging Church, Saladin's Citadel, the Virgin Mary's Tree, the Sphinx, and Heliopolis, to Al-Azhar, the Mosque of Amr ibn al-A'as, Saqqara, the Cairo Tower, and the Old City. It is the Capital of Egypt, and its history is intertwined with that of the country. Today, Cairo's official name is Al-Qahira (Cairo), although the name informally used by most Egyptians is "Masr" (Egyptian Arabic name for Egypt), from the original name of Egypt's first Arab capital Fustat, Misr al-Fustat, "City of the Tents". It is also titled as "The City of A Thousand Minarets".
This photo was taken shortly after sunset from Hilton Ramses hotel. The tall building on the left is Cairo Tower (Arabic: برج القاهرة), it is a free-standing concrete TV tower in Cairo, Egypt. It stands in Zamalek district on Gezira Island in the River Nile, in the city centre. At 187 metres, it is 43 metres higher than the Great Pyramid of Giza, which stands some 15 km to the southwest. It is one of Cairo's most famous landmarks.
Camera Model: PENTAX K20D; ; Focal length: 25.00 mm; Aperture: 19; Exposure time: 30.0 s; ISO: 100
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Le saline di Mozia, stagnone di Marsala, Sicilia
The saltmines at Mozia, close to Marsala, Sicily
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Camera Nikon D7000
Sigma 10-20
Shutter speed 0,017 sec (1/60)
Aperture f/13
Lente 11 mm
ISO 160
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La strada che da Trapani conduce a Marsala, costeggiando la laguna che accoglie Mozia, è fiancheggiata da saline che offrono una vista bellissima: gli specchi d'acqua suddivisi da sottili strisce di terra formano una scacchiera irregolare e multicolore. A tratti compare nel mezzo la sagoma di un mulino a vento, memoria del tempo in cui esso era uno degli strumenti principali per pompare acqua e macinare il sale. Lo spettacolo è ancora più suggestivo in estate, al momento della raccolta, quando le tinte rosate dell'acqua nelle varie vasche si intensificano e le vasche più interne, ormai prosciugate. brillano al sole.
The road that leads from Trapani to Marsala, along the lagoon that welcomes Mozia, is bordered by salt marshes that offer a beautiful view: the bodies of water divided by narrow strips of land forming an irregular and multicolored chessboard. At times it appears in the middle of the silhouette of a windmill, a reminder of a time when it was one of the main tools to pump water and grind the salt. The show is more amazing in the summer, at harvest, when the rosy hues of the water in the various tanks and the tanks as you step inside, now dried up. glisten in the sun.
The rising of the winter "Wolf" Moon, the Full Moon of January, over the frozen Crawling Lake Reservoir, in southern Alberta, January 25, 2024. While it looks very cold, the temperature was actually a mild 0° C this night.
The Moon only emerged from cloud low in the northeast moments before I took the photos, so shots of it lower and just rising, while the plan this night, were not possible. Indeed, I was about to pack up and drive home when the Moon finally emerged from the cloud bank. While this Moon has become popularized as the "Wolf" Moon, there were only coyotes howling nearby this night. And owls hooting.
This is a blend of two exposures: One at 0.6-second for the ground and sky, and a shorter one at 1/5-second for the main disk of the Moon, both at f/6.3 with the Canon RF100-400mm lens at 141mm and Canon R5 at ISO 100.