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through an understanding of others and the world we inhabit. When that happens, the result, like photographs, are really the expressions of the life of the maker.
David Hurn
On Being a Photographer : A Practical Guide by David Hurn, Bill Jay
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blue dasher dragonfly on water lily, sarah p duke gardens, duke university, durham, north carolina
Although I don't really care for marigolds, I thought this one looked quite attractive in her frills...
The Laugavegur is a famous trekking route in South-West Iceland from the hot springs area of Landmannalaugar to the glacial valley of Þórsmörk . It is noted for the wide variety of landscapes on its 55 km (34 mi) path. The route is typically completed over 2–4 days with potential stops at the mountain huts at Hrafntinnusker, Álftavatn, Hvanngil and Emstrur. An ultramarathon is held on the route each July. It is possible to combine the trek with the Fimmvörðuháls route which goes over the pass from Þórsmörk to Skógar for an additional one or two days or an additional 25 km (16 mi). Landmannalaugar, Þórsmörk, and Skógar are all reachable by bus during the summer. A bus from Hella connects with Álftavatn once a day during the summer.
calming itchy skin.
waking you up.
increasing circulation.
reducing muscle soreness post-workout.
potentially boosting weight loss.
glowing hair and skin.
reinforces your immune system.
against the corona blues.
This Great Horned owl starts to take a defensive posture, apparently towards a potential threat in the distance.
Seen around sunset in North Walnut Creek. Map location is approximate within 1 mile.
I started this 4 minute exposure with the sun just setting, and just before the colors exploded ... you can get a hint of those colors just starting here in this shot with the tones and hues in the clouds, as the clouds went from blue to purple with small amounts of pinks during this long exposure.
This time of sunset is always exciting as you just do not know what nature will be showing in the next few minutes ... and how rapidly it changes. A truly magical time of day and anticipation.
Happy Bench Monday :)
BAe/McDonnell Douglas AV-8B and TAV-8B Harrier IIs, VMAT-203, over Southern California near MCAS Yuma.
This was how the sky looked about 10 minutes or so before sunset time along Middle River. At this time my dad who came out to see how things would unfold this evening were talking about the potential for colors this evening based on the cloud deck and the clearing in the sky farther to the west.
The winds were calm as well, creating a nice reflective surface. I like to call this time the 'potential energy' of the sunset colors was very HIGH at this moment ... all the elements were there as long as there were not farther off clouds below the horizon in the west that we could not see. Considering the skies were not forecasted to be clear until closer to the following morning ... you could not be 100 positive that the sun would be blocked cutting off the light as things progressed.
Alas, the potential energy was all released over the following 30 minutes.
One of the later captures is below in the comments.
100th FS "Red Tails", General Dynamics (Lockheed Martin) F-16C "Viper" (87-0332), MCAS Yuma, WTI 2-21.
Checking out potential locations. Went to the Bay yesterday and visited the Wetland Reserve. Golden reeds lit up by the setting sun against a blue spring sky.
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Paulownia Tomentosa the Anna Paulownia tree.
I have found this tree in an Arboretum in Eeklo Belgium!
It's worth it ! ;-) yes it does 😍
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A true and interesting story:
Carving paulownia wood is an art form in Japan and China.
The leaves can be eaten cooked; the flowers are edible, for example in a salad. But people only eat the plant in dire need, when there is nothing else to eat.
In early spring, before the leaves emerge, the fragrant, light lilac-purple flowers appear. Their scent is reminiscent of vanilla.
A decoction of the leaves is used to cleanse nasty sores and is said to promote hair growth and prevent graying. The leaves can also be used as a compress for bruises. The juice of the leaves is used against warts. The flowers are used in the treatment of skin conditions. A tincture of the bark is used in the treatment of fever and delirium. It has an astringent effect and is also used to expel parasitic worms.
The wood is not attacked by insects and is used to make boxes, clogs, furniture, musical instruments, etc. It is suitable for poles and beams in construction and a source of charcoal. The nitrogen-rich leaves are a good fodder crop and the roots prevent soil erosion. Various Asian string instruments are made from Paulownia tomentosa, including the Japanese koto and the Korean gayageum zither.
The plant contains a number of potentially toxic substances.
In China, this tree was traditionally planted at the birth of a girl. The fast-growing tree developed as the girl grew up. When she got married, the tree was cut down and the wood was carved into items for her dowry.
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I did not know this, but now I do ;-)
Image is from my archives, but straight from the camera!
Sierra de Guara - Aragon - Espagne
Le Percnoptère d'Égypte est, comme tous les vautours, un nécrophage.
Son vol plané de surveillance et sa vue performante lui permettent de localiser sa nourriture potentielle.
Sur les carcasses, il passe d'habitude après les grands vautours comme le Vautour fauve, se nourrissant des restes.
Il peut aussi descendre sur les animaux écrasés sur les routes.
Il fréquente régulièrement les décharges et zones d'équarrissage où sont déposées les carcasses d'animaux domestiques.
The Egyptian Vulture is, like all vultures, a scavenger.
Its surveillance glide and its powerful sight allow it to locate its potential food.
On carcasses, it usually comes after large vultures like the Griffon, feeding on the remains.
It can also descend on animals crushed on the roads.
It regularly frequents dumps and rendering areas where the carcasses of domestic animals are deposited.
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The cheetah, swift and wild,
A streak of lightning, unstyled.
Its legs, like pistons, drive it on,
A blur against the setting sun.
The tree, reaching for the sky,
Its roots delve deep, its branches fly.
It grows and grows, year after year,
A testament to nature's cheer.
But humans, though endowed with might,
Can choose to dim their inner light.
They limit growth, both mind and soul,
Trapped in cages of their own control.
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As a freelancer I can relate to this image, the struggle to make living using antiquated equipment, the long hours and stressful delays.
I made the image in taxi on the way back from a meeting with a potential client on the banks of the Cairo Nile, we were stuck in the mother of all traffic jams, the driver was tired and stressed, I was, for once content as I had eaten fish and concluded what I thought was a successful meeting. Now I look back, the real success was this image, which is one of my favourites.
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I once again apologise for not being able to retribute the kind visits of my flikr friends as often as I would like o, but latelly I've had to reduce my flickr time to a minimum.
“To look life in the face, always, to look life in the face, and to know it for what it is...at last, to love it for what it is..."
Virginia Wolf
Artist Seema Lisa Pandya's "Seed of Potential" is composed of two sculptures "The Seed" and "The Emerging Seed" with a glimpse of another artist's work in the background. Part of the "Branching Out: Trees As Community Hosts" exhibit at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden.
Material: Richlite - hundreds of layers of recycled and FSC-certified paper dipped in phenolic resin and pressed into board
Continuous effort,not strength or intelligence, is the key to unlocking our potential.
Liane Cardes
I apologise if I do not get around to commenting on everyone. The internet is terrible where we are camping.
The Northern Hawk Owl is a rarity for southern Ontario with this winter looking to be an "irruption" year for this species with several being sighted in different areas of Southern Ontario including parts of eastern Quebec.
My 2 previous Hawk Owl sightings:
March 2013, Old Quarry Trail, Ottawa.
January 2011, Amherst Island.
*Exact location is restricted due to potential harmful impact to this species.
It looks like Canada jays, aka "Camp Robbers," are exploring a new criminal enterprise. I'm not sure if this bird is planning on simply robbing this vehicle, or stealing it entirely.
Beware at trailheads!
Spray Park parking lot, Mt. Rainier NP