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China, Beijing, Galaxy Soho, another super 18 floors complex built between 2008 & 2014, located in the southwest corner of Chaoyangmen Bridge in the Second Ring Road of Beijing, designed by London architecture firm & designed by the renown Iraqi-British architect Zaha Hadid
The Galaxy Soho is a 330 000 m2 office, retail & entertainment complex that which became a primary part of the living city. Its architecture is a composition of comprises four main domed structures, fused together by bridges & platforms between curving floor plates to create a fluid environment that surrounds a series of public courtyards & a larger central "canyon". Adapt to each other in all directions, generating a panoramic architecture without corners or abrupt transitions that break the fluidity of its formal composition. Creating a striking, modern & eye catching aesthetic, the Galaxy Soho is established as one more major urban landmark for Beijing.
From the outside the flowing bands of white aluminium & glass encasing the interior give the complex an incredible, eye-catching presence. Within the building this image is continued with a block of white floor that matches the walls & ceilings. A complimentary grey floor area borders the bright white centre with a visually striking black stripe separating the two colours. The great interior courts of the project are a reflection of traditional Chinese architecture where courtyards create an internal world of continuous open spaces.
The structure’s three lower levels contain retail & entertainment facilities, those above provide works spaces for innovative businesses of many kinds, while top levels are dedicated to bars, restaurants & cafes, many with views along the city’s great avenues.
The Galaxy Soho demonstrates ones more that the Chinese always manage to produce some of the most amazing, creative, visionary & environmental friendly new buildings, where money & labour is not an issue, for architects getting such projects it is like winning an architectural "Oscar-Grammy-Emmy Award".
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The Brown Booby (Sula leucogaster) is a visually arresting seabird I encountered during an early morning expedition by fishing boat to Isla Terrón de Azúcar, a remote rock island in the open Caribbean waters off the coast of Capurganá and Acandí, in Chocó, Colombia. Battling the ocean’s rhythm, I stabilized myself at the base of the cliffs as the boat rocked through intense sunlight reflecting off the water’s surface. This bird perched calmly on the rugged rock, allowing a moment of stillness amidst the motion for a shot.
To capture this image, I used my Canon R5 paired with an 800mm f/11 lens and a 1.4x extender, giving me an effective focal length of 1120mm. I selected 1/750 second to compensate for the instability of the boat, while shooting at f/16 and ISO 800 to maintain detail and depth under the bright tropical sun. The result is a high-resolution portrait that captures the contrast of the bird’s rich brown plumage against the textured cliff and the soft gradient of ocean and sky beyond. Technical choices aside, this was a rewarding challenge—one that reminds me of the delicate balance between preparation, persistence, and nature’s fleeting stillness.
©2022 Adam Rainoff Photographer
What a sight: A few hundreds of the many thousands in the largest King Penguin colony in the world, a good number of Southern Elephant Seals on a black sand beach, and to cap it off some icebergs offshore.
This visually striking combination of elements occurred at St Andrew's Bay on South Georgia Island in the South Atlantic Ocean.
From this perspective, the spoon-bill's left eye appeared to be injured. Some photographers (w/ large zoom lenses) nearby also confirmed the fact as well. Meanwhile, the great white egret seemed to keep an eye on his/her unfortunate friend too.
Have a peaceful day, everyone...
I was presented with my British Empire Medal today by the Lord Lieutenant of Leicestershire. It was awarded in Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II's final Birthday Honours for my voluntary work helping other blind and visually impaired people to live their lives more fully and independently by helping them select the right technology and then training them to use it. It has been very rewarding, especially over lockdown and the BEM was a huge, delightful surprise.
This is Jackie and me in the gardens of Beaumanor Hall after the presentation. Photo by our daughter, Michelle.
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"You're in the arms of an angel
May you find some comfort here"
From the Sarah McLachlan song "Angel", which is one of my all-time favorite songs; it's absolutely haunting in both music and lyrics.
Seemed like the perfect lyric complement to this beauty, the "Angel Oak" tree of Johns Island South Carolina. I've posted this tree before (see in comments below), but my daughters and I always make a pilgrimage to go see her when we are in the Charleston area. Ideally I would have had one or both of them in the image hugging her, but that's not allowed (understandably). Somehow, spending time among these old trees is every bit as soothing and comforting as the cool ocean breeze blowing in, and all the nagging worries fly away, at least for a moment. The miracle of life on this planet never ceases to amaze me. I'm taking long overdue steps to change my lifestyle somewhat to reduce my impact. It's not enough, but better than not trying.
Angel Oak is a Southern Live Oak tree, thought to be between 400 and 500 years old (exact age disputed and difficult to calculate). It's incredible branch structure provides a magnificent canopy covering over 17,000 square feet. I have a thing for trees, they are one of my favorite photo subjects and I've always wanted to take a second shot of this one from a different angle. This angle is only slightly different than the previous but it seemed to highlight the incredible branching slightly better, however, I feel like it's a slightly odd comp at first glance because the tree's not centered. I'm actually not sure which I prefer, but regardless the early morning light on the leaves was quite glorious. Unfortunately this tree is surrounded by ropes and signs and backed by a fence. I tried hard to remove as much of that clutter as I could with Photoshop but it's nearly impossible to remove the fence non-destructively, so I focused on removing the posts which were more visually annoying.
It's been a long and somewhat trying summer for my family, and as such I haven't had much chance to get out and take pictures, nor even to keep up on Flickr. I'm trying to catch up on the great photos y'all have been posting, so if I've missed commenting on some of yours I apologize. Looking forward to getting back to more regular photography in the fall.
Visually, using a mirror and a window pane. When an image is fragmented or its various parts are scattered, these various parts or fragments may well be images in their own right. Leica M8, Elmar (coll.) 90/4.
It is incredibly unusual to see St. John’s harbour filled with sea ice like this. It was my first time in my 15 years of working downtown. When I arrived in the morning I saw a little bit of open water but by lunch the harbour was jam packed with large pans and chucks of sea ice. I even managed to see a seal pup. It was all very beautiful and exciting. Yeah, I’m a nerd and ice excites me. I love unusual occurrences like this and ice can be, visually and physically, an incredibly powerful force.
I’m snowed in today and I’m hearing rumours that Wednesday may be a snow day as well. I’m seeing everyone is posting images of spring but I’m happily hanging on to winter.
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(adj.) Picturesque
1. visually charming or quaint, as if resembling or suitable for a painting
2. (of writing, speech, etc.) strikingly graphic or vivid; creating detailed mental images
3. having pleasing or interesting qualities; strikingly effective in appearance
Picturesque Solitary Tree, Nicolet, Quebec, Canada.
PixQuote
"Working myself into a position of total versatility, so that I can do anything I want to do at the time I want to do it. Whether I do it or not is another question."
-Elliott Erwitt
PixNote
Digital painting created from from an original picture.
The image shows a visually striking scene featuring a goddess-like figure seated in a confident pose before a massive, ornate clock adorned with intricate golden designs. The figure is dressed in a dramatic outfit that blends futuristic and ancient aesthetics, including metallic gold armor and an elaborate headdress with fan-like extensions. Her long, wavy hair cascades over her shoulders, and her arms are raised gracefully.
The clock serves as the central backdrop, symbolizing the passage of time, with Roman numerals prominently displayed around its circular face. The structure surrounding the clock is grand, with metallic and gold accents and decorative patterns that evoke a sense of opulence and power. The sky behind the clock is moody, with clouds partially illuminated by sunlight, adding depth and drama to the composition.
The overall vibe is majestic and otherworldly, portraying themes of time, strength, and divinity.
That's what Chat GPT had to say about my sl photo.
I just called it "Happy New Year! Biiiig stretch!"
Happy New Year! xxLove, Mave
Anselm Kiefer (*1945) visually reinterprets the title of the collection of poems published by Paul Celan in 1952 (including 'Death Fugue' and 'Corona') in this German bunker, which is studded with dried poppy plants. The bunker originally stood on the banks of the Rhine as part of the so-called Westwall.
‘Pour Paul Celan’ – an exhibition by Anselm Kiefer at the Grand Palais Ephemère from 16 December 2021 to 11 January 2022 (7e)
Paris, France, 20.12.2021
www.grandpalais.fr/sites/default/files/guidevisite_exposi...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=4vO__fHHM2o
Mohn und Gedächtnis (2019)
Den Titel der 1952 von Paul Celan veröffentlichten Gedichtsammlung (u.a. Todesfuge, Corona) verarbeitet Anselm Kiefer (*1945) plastisch in dem mit getrockneten Mohnpflanzen gespickten deutschen Bunker. Ursprünglich stand der Bunker am Rhein als Teil des sog. Westwalls.
'Pour Paul Celan' - Ausstellung von Anselm Kiefer im Grand Palais Ephemère vom 16.12.2021 bis 11. Januar 2022 (7e)
Paris, Frankreich 20.12.2021
www.dw.com/de/anselm-kiefer-schau-paris-f%C3%BCr-paul-cel...
I bought it from the Corinthian Club,Glasgow's most iconic and visually stunning venue,a five floor entertainment complex with long history behind ...
I wrapped it in a resplendent History paper and offer it to you ...
It stands on the site of the renowned 18th century Virginia Mansion,famed as being one of the finest private residences in Glasgow.The location itself is historic and symbolizes the social and commercial development of Glasgow in the 18th and 19th centuries.
It's one of the city’s most elaborate and richly decorated buildings,embellished over many decades by highly acclaimed architects.
In 1920 it was converted into judiciary courts,one of the UK’s finest Victorian interiors,but many of its features were hidden from public view behind false walls and ceilings.
In 1999 it was painstakingly restored as The Corinthian.
Details such as the Doric pilastrade,elaborate cornicing,26 foot glass dome,superb sculptural plasterwork,free standing classical figures,fixtures and fittings remain as impressive and spectacular as they were in the 1800s.
In 2010,after being extensively refurbished,it opened its doors once again as "The Corinthian Club".
The iconic Corinthian dome remains a focal point,located directly above Teller’s Bar and Brasserie,a space which was once the route to the court cells.
** Well,Clio and her sisters always come down from mountain Helicon and follow me ... ; its Ancient Greek name "Corinthian" prompted me,I allured you with champagne in order to talk about the Glaswegian gem ...
彡★彡 Cheers from Teller’s Bar - Happy New Year 彡★彡
There were no nearby clouds to contend with this morning and that permitted the view I was after with Merriam Crater. On any given day that old cinder cone is perfect—then catching it sharing the horizon with this graceful comet gets kind of goosebumpy for me.
In
Details:
I tried to see how long I could observe it visually with binoculars and was able to see it from 3:31–4:54AM—basically right on the horizon up to 13° at the end when the sun was 5° below the horizon. I was able to observe it naked eye, including the tail, up to the last 20 minutes or so.
Theta Auriga was conveniently 3° away for comparison, so naked eye the tail appeared about 1° in length. Through binoculars more like 2.5° long and photographically, about 3.5°. It kept its yellowish color up to the last 20 minutes or so when the sky was pretty bright and making it hard to detect. The pseudonucleus appeared more neutral in color and the tail had that bifurcation both visually through binoculars and photographically. I made a quick field sketch — first one I've done in a while — hopefully I can get that finished up & posted soon.
Photographically I think I'm picking up a hint of an ion tail very faintly just left of the curving dust tail. I need to work on some of the other magnified images to see if it's really there.
Image is from east of Flagstaff, Arizona, USA. 3:44AM MST/1044 UT.
The comet is 2° above horizon/sun is 16° below horizon.
Image comprised of 6 sequential exposures stacked and aligned to improve signal-to-noise ratio.
Canon EOS 6D Mark II, Canon EF 70-300mm lens at 130mm, f/5.0, 2 sec, ISO 6400.
China, Beijing, Galaxy Soho, another super 18 floors complex built between 2008 & 2014, located in the southwest corner of Chaoyangmen Bridge in the Second Ring Road of Beijing, designed by London architecture firm & designed by the renown Iraqi-British architect Zaha Hadid
The Galaxy Soho is a 330 000 m2 office, retail & entertainment complex that which became a primary part of the living city. Its architecture is a composition of comprises four main domed structures, fused together by bridges & platforms between curving floor plates to create a fluid environment that surrounds a series of public courtyards & a larger central "canyon". Adapt to each other in all directions, generating a panoramic architecture without corners or abrupt transitions that break the fluidity of its formal composition. Creating a striking, modern & eye catching aesthetic, the Galaxy Soho is established as one more major urban landmark for Beijing.
From the outside the flowing bands of white aluminium & glass encasing the interior give the complex an incredible, eye-catching presence. Within the building this image is continued with a block of white floor that matches the walls & ceilings. A complimentary grey floor area borders the bright white centre with a visually striking black stripe separating the two colours. The great interior courts of the project are a reflection of traditional Chinese architecture where courtyards create an internal world of continuous open spaces.
The structure’s three lower levels contain retail & entertainment facilities, those above provide works spaces for innovative businesses of many kinds, while top levels are dedicated to bars, restaurants & cafes, many with views along the city’s great avenues.
The Galaxy Soho demonstrates ones more that the Chinese always manage to produce some of the most amazing, creative, visionary & environmental friendly new buildings, where money & labour is not an issue, for architects getting such projects it is like winning an architectural "Oscar-Grammy-Emmy Award".
👉 One World one Dream,
🙏...Danke, Xièxie 谢谢, Thanks, Gracias, Merci, Grazie, Obrigado, Arigatô, Dhanyavad, Chokrane to you & over
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EXPLORE # 235
I dedicate this photo to 3 friends who wrote testimonials about me. I am deeply touched.
1. Danilo (Onillad) ever present commenting on my photos. (true or false?)
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Demonstrated visually using the example!
Your house, your boat, your living space?
Am Beispiel optisch erfassbar demonstriert !
Dein Haus , Dein Boot , Dein Lebensraum ?
Is there a lack of awareness of climate change in tourism advertising? No, it's just about the advertising contract / i.e. about the money!
abgesoffen ! drowned!
photographed for "Hope" TV
34:52 Choose your favourite poem and try to represent a line of it visually.
I do not have a favourite poem but song lyrics are poetic and this one resonates with me. I am sure you have all heard it...if not here it is: www.youtube.com/watch?v=u7rQvJgTQ9U
There is a town in north Ontario,
With dream comfort memory to spare,
And in my mind
I still need a place to go,
All my changes were there.
Blue, blue windows behind the stars,
Yellow moon on the rise,
Big birds flying across the sky,
Throwing shadows on our eyes.
Leave us
Helpless, helpless, helpless
Baby can you hear me now?
The chains are locked
and tied across the door,
Baby, sing with me somehow.
Blue, blue windows behind the stars,
Yellow moon on the rise,
Big birds flying across the sky,
Throwing shadows on our eyes.
Leave us
Helpless, helpless, helpless.
NB: There was always a lot of speculation about the town referred to in the opening line being Omemee Neil’s childhood town. Neil set the record straight in a 1995 Mojo interview with Nick Kent:
"Well, it's not literally a specific town so much as a feeling. Actually, it's a couple of towns. Omemee, Ontario, is one of them. It's where I first went to school and spent my 'formative' years. Actually I was born in Toronto..."
I love the reference to more of a feeling as opposed to a specific town. Many sights leave us feeling helpless…This was shot just outside of Omemee.
SSC - Tea or Coffee
This was a tough one and I was at a loss what to do, finally, I came up with the idea of visually showing the end journey of the coffee bean.
This one I saw with my eyes as I was out observing in the early morning for Leonids and saw this Taurid, and so did the camera. Nikon Z7II and Nikon 20 mm S F1.8 with interval timer.
Very bright, at the horizon over the mountains. Dark Moonless sky.
This is my brightest meteor so far for 2025, and one that I happened to see and experience with my eyes in the early morning as well capturing it with a camera.
I have been told wishes do not count if the meteor is only seen by the camera, but to see the fireball, I think I get a wish !
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A sensual bath in a visually stimulating and tranquil environment. Bluebells and lotus, concrete and stone, east meets west, ancient meets modern. Inspired by items from some recent events including Cosmopolitan, Shiny Shabby, Bloom & Pocket Gacha.
Background:
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cinphul // crummy [tall] - Cosmopolitan
cinphul // crummy [chunky]
cinphul // crummy [wide]
cinphul // crummy [short]
cinphul // specimen [aerq - doa]
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cinphul // specimen [kibd - black]
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09 MI Siddhartha Cabinet - Pocket Gacha
06 MI Lotus Decor
02 MI Holy Kundalam
10 MI Siddhartha Face Decor RARE
01 MI Buddha Frame
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Nutmeg. Round Back Fabric Chair Stripe with Bowl - Shiny Shabby
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Nutmeg. Old Wooden Table
Nutmeg. Kate's Bowl w/White Napkins
Nutmeg. Kate's Little Cups
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Dahlia - Kahvy - Potted Bulb - Blue
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:CP: Country Home Rug 1
THEORY - Tall Antique Brass Pillar Candlestick
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.:revival:. concrete candleholder I
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Apple Fall Unknown Specimen
Apple Fall Fern Specimen
Apple Fall 'Strength' Fragment
Apple Fall Acanthus Fragment
Europe, Portugal, Porto, Avenida da Boavista, Casa da Musica, Hanging Cafe (Rem Koolhaas/OMA), People (uncut)
The Casa da Musica was opened in 2005. Its monolithic and angular shape stands really out. A pic of the exterior is in the first comment.
The interior of the Casa da Musica is a delicious and radical maze of stairs, walkways and angular (multifunctional) spaces. Through the extensive use of glass, many parts of the building are visually connected. The most spectacular example of this is the ‘hanging bar’ café which is essentially a suspended all glass square tube. Fabulous and slightly disconcerting ;-)
On the right through the corrugated glass walli, the main hall (Sala Sugia) with its characteristic wall decoration is visible. A pic of this hall is in the second comment.
The glass wall is by the way the first generation of this type of corrugated construction – the second generation is used in the MAS in Antwerp (Belgium): here and here.
Engineering: Ove Arup (London) and Afassociados (Porto)
I will return to the Limnos set later.
House of Culture , Helsinki – architect Alvar Aalto, 1955 to 1958
The House of Culture in Helsinki is Aalto in his 'red brick period'. He achieves the free-form curves of the concert hall walls using wedge-shaped bricks, arranged variously with their shorter edge facing inside or outside the wall. The impact of the solid brick walls must be seen in the context of what had gone before. In Finland, the National-Romantics had used wood and granite to show closeness to Finnish nature, while the modern movement, as elsewhere, used more abstract white plaster surfaces, which did not wear well particularly in the Finnish climate. Aalto's red brick was therefore a bigger statement than it now seems: a man-made material that keeps its individuality and local personality. The House of Culture combines a concert hall in curved red brick, an office building, a conventional rectangle in form, but with a visually striking facade brought alive by greening copper, and a lecture-theatre block connecting the two.
The House of Culture (Kulttuuritalo) serves as a centre for the cultural work of various trade-union organizations. The office part has five storey’s with 110 offices, meeting rooms and two flats. In the lecture and conference room section, in the middle of the U-shaped complex, are a lecture hall, study rooms, discussion rooms, a library and a records room. The concert and congress hall is the main feature of the group. The hall, with 1500 seats and a stage 200 sq m, is primarily intended for concerts, but is also used for lectures. The various parts of the building are linked together along the street by a canopy 60m long, under which are the main entrances. The free asymmetrical form of the hall entailed the development of a new facing element, a wedge-shaped brick, with which all the curves of the irregular exterior could be realized.
The office wing is dressed in the iconography of a modernist office block, the theatre is crowned with the copper pitch roof of the traditional civic monument, while the porch oscillates between being a private entry or a public arcade.
after an incredibly visually stimulating weekend, i am exhausted. my best buddy from college came to visit for the weekend. (chicagokristi).
we had a blast...but did not rest AT ALL! we love the same things...photography, urban shots, vintage stuff, antiques, thrift stores, beads, etc. So, that's what we did the entire weekend-----nonstop.
i realized late tonight that i hadn't done a 365 shot today and had a million great opportunities, but it just slipped my mind. so.........this is it. tired me. i actually spent the whole afternoon sleeping, and poor kristi had to do the long drive back to chicago w/ no nap. she must have been soooooooooo tired!
it's so strange how much friendships effect my life. i am so fortunate to have some of the very best friends in the world. many of you are here on flickr, but many many more are people who have been there for me through the very rough times. and fun times. we have awesome memories and look forward to a future of growing old "together."
kristi has been all of this for me. i met her in college and was very intimidated by her. i was sure she was way too cool to be my friend. she was a walking barbie doll and very very popular. i don't remember exact instance that those barriers were broken down and we became friends (i'm sure we were both wasted and that has something to do with it!!)
anyway, we soon learned that we shared a lot of things, including: our desire and appreciation for creativity, our unorganized crazy nature, our rough and troubled relationships with our dads, our never-ending struggles with money, our views toward the world, our desire to be crazy and always seek out fun, our hard-working nature, our love of animals, our poor self-images, our forgetfulness and just goofiness.
Over the years, we have remained friends, and despite the fact that we live in different states and time zones, we have become even closer. we can go months without talking, and when we finally do, we're ok with it and it seems like no time has passed. Kristi was there for me during the most difficult time of my life (i mean literally THERE!...she was in my house when i first discovered my cheating husband!...yikes!). She has been a shoulder for me to cry on, and an ear to listen. She always knows the right thing to say and when to say it. She is non-judgemental and cares about so many things more than anyone i know.
Kristi, i had a great weekend with you and so look forward to the next time we get to spend together. You just rock girl. Thanks for everything. I love you buddy!! :)
An leftover from the another session. I thought to post this first as it has certain elements that works for me visually. I personally like how he is coming out from the darkness like that! Also, I really like this simplicity and black and white drama, which makes this a bit cinematic, in my opinion. You tell me!
Also, on May 25, 1977, in a galaxy far, far away, Star Wars premiered in theaters. Can't believe, it's 40 years!
A visually striking, narrative-driven photograph that excels in its simplicity, use of light, and emotional resonance.
The subject is captured from behind while seated facing the vast ocean, which minimizes personal identity and turns the figure into a universal symbol of contemplation or spiritual connection with nature.
Perfectly placed in the lower-left third of the frame, facing right toward the vast expanse of water, leaving the vast sea and horizon open, emphasizing solitude and scale. This anchors the image and creates an open, forward-looking narrative.
The shoreline creates a natural diagonal leading line that guides the viewer's eye from the subject toward the upper right.
The horizon sits in the upper third. This emphasizes the textured beach and shimmering water over an empty sky.
Shooting directly into the sun creates a beautiful, shimmering reflection across the water's surface.
The camera successfully captures the texture of the subject's dark vest and the sand, preventing the shadowed areas from turning into pure black silhouettes.
The cool blues and greens of the ocean contrast beautifully with the warm, earthy pinks and browns of the sand.
The red-and-white pattern of the subject's headcovering (Keffiyeh) acts as a strong focal point against the muted landscape.
The photograph evokes feelings of peace, reflection, and isolation. The traditional attire adds a distinct cultural context, suggesting a moment of quiet pause in a rugged, coastal landscape.
"The Voice of Silence" carries a subtle paradox: how can silence have a voice? Which gives the title depth and invites interpretation, much like strong photographic art should.
Visually it is the most difficult for your eyes to focus on. It is actually brighter than white and stronger in its emotional impact. It also has a stimulating impact on your memory. (Think yellow notepads, highlighters and Post-It Notes.)
highest position in Explore #64. thank you all.
SFM Smyk B30 – a prototype of a small-displacement microcar from the late 1950s, built at the Szczecin Motorcycle Factory. Visually, it bears some resemblance to the German Zundapp Janus.
About three meters long, the car had only one door opening; the front of the car swung to the side, and one had to squeeze inside, which was very impractical.
It was powered by a 15-horsepower engine from a Junak motorcycle, which allowed it to reach speeds of up to 70 km/h. The car itself was a design failure. The engine overheated and had starting problems; the Junak motorcycle transmission, with a reverse gear added, had so much play that it was difficult to find the right gear. The transmission chain also broke frequently. Partly because of this, the project was abandoned, and the Mikrus MR-300 from Mielec was introduced into limited production. A total of between 17 and 25 Smyks were produced.
After the project was abandoned, the Smyks were sold off. Some were purchased by the testers for a nominal fee, while others were auctioned off to SFM employees. This particular vehicle, bearing the number 15, ended up in the hands of locksmith Andrzej Antonowicz, who decided to fix some of the car’s defects at his own expense.
Purchased for three times the average monthly salary, the vehicle was first fitted with an engine from a Dekawka, and later with one from a Polish Fiat 126p (along with the transmission). It was then fitted with an additional side door to make it easier to get into the back seat. The Smyk, thus modified, remained on the roads until 1983, after which it was returned to manufacturer.
Another attempt to weave the various elements in this hedgerow scene into a visually pleasing arrangement.
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Visually, it looks like I am inside a nautilus shell, but I am actually in a silo.
Physically, the winter wind was kicking. It picked up the sub-freezing air, whistled through the door that was locked in the open position, spiraled up the silo walls, hit the ceiling and then rushed out the vista-watching sides of the top.
I was a human Popsicle. No wonder no one was here. Brrr.
Dark Hollow Falls. This is not the main falls but a smaller water fall just below then main fall. I thought this view had more to offer visually on this particular day. Hope you enjoy veiwing.
Visually reminiscent of the Age of Rail, which had a positive impact on the economy of Hillsboro, the Katy Depot stands today in close proximity to the Missouri-Kansas-Texas Railroad lines as well as the Hill County Courthouse (National Register, 6/21/71), the focal point of the downtown commercial district. Hillsboro was established in 1853 to serve as the governmental seat and trade center for a basically agrarian county, cotton the primary crop. The completion of the MKT Railroad through Hillsboro in 1881 increased the commercial activity of the city and broadened its economic base. With locally raised funds, the citizens of Hillsboro purchased the right of way and property needed for a depot. Functional requirements dictated the size and massing of the structure which reflects architectural and decorative styles popular at the turn of the century, reminiscent of the Prairie style of architecture.
The Missouri-Kansas-Texas Railroad, commonly known as the Katy, was the first rail line to reach Hillsboro. Passenger service on the line, which connected Fort Worth and Temple, began on April 26, 1881, with four daily trains and a sleeper through to Chicago. The Katy Railroad brought a surge of economic activity to this agricultural region, becoming a major means of exporting cotton and livestock. As the economic base broadened, so did the population, which facilitated both residential and commercial expansion. Building materials were brought in by train and used to construct then contemporary structures. With the completion of the railroad several Katy buildings were constructed including: a frame station consisting of a waiting room, office, and a freight room; a cotton platform; and a section house. In 1894, Katy built division shops and a roundhouse in Hillsboro. The original station was converted to a freight house in 1902 and the present depot (seen in the photograph above) was erected on the land purchased by the city of Hillsboro. Throughout its operating years, the depot served as an integral part of the Hillsboro community. Among those visiting Hillsboro via the Katy were railroad tycoon Jay Gould, and Presidents Woodrow Wilson, William H. Taft, Calvin Coolidge, and Harry Truman. And, the depot served as the departure and arrival point for World War I and II soldiers serving their country.
On December 19, 1979, the Katy Depot (aka the Missouri-Kansas-Texas Company Railroad Depot) was added to the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) for its architecture, history, and being the location of historic events as described above. All of the information above was found on the original documents submitted for listing consideration which can be viewed here:
catalog.archives.gov/id/40972599
Three bracketed photos were taken with a handheld Nikon D7200 and combined with Photomatix Pro to create this HDR image. Additional adjustments were made in Photoshop CS6.
"For I know the plans I have for you", declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." ~Jeremiah 29:11
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These pens have served me very well over the past decade. It's also satisfying to know that the production of these pens had provided work opportunity for the visually impaired.
The main waterfall at Ballaglass Glen is a visually impressive spectacle with the river being funnelled powerfully down a narrow gorge. However I’ve never felt that it was all that photogenic, with it potentially being a classic example of a nice sight that doesn’t automatically translate into nice photographs. That being said the incredible autumnal colours in the glen this year has I feel lifted the main waterfall scene to a whole new level. This is a square crop image captured from the bridge which crosses over the gorge. Composed to eradicate all traces of the distracting sky creeping into the shot, with the huge lush fern providing a nice foreground counter balance to the waterfall. After visiting this place for the last 17 years or so, I’m pleased to finally have a shot of the main attraction! 😅
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Not that I can add anything visually compared to Michał's picture from the same location, but as the saying goes repetition is the mother of learning, so here is a bit of metro trivia from Sofia.
Opened in 1998, the Sofijsko Metro is among the youngest rapid transport systems in Europe. Currently, it consists of 4 lines spanning 52 km length, served by a total of 72 vehicles.
The first types to appear on the tracks were of course the iconic 81-717/714 units built by Metrowagonmash, which were interestingly delivered 8 years before the opening of the first section.
From the original 48 carriages, only 3 sets are still in service untouched: similarly to Budapest's units, the city got a deal with the manufacturer to modernise them.
And the parallelism to Hungary does not end here, as the metro cars are being transported through the country on their long journey to rebirth.
So Low (Literally) But Not Underwater (Figuratively) Feeling Blue (Visually) Sky Filled Gradations Of Blues, Moon Reflecting, Pools Of Lights, And Shadows, On Solo Bird, Under Gratitude So High (At New York Home Marina 5 Years Ago) - IMRAN™
The title of this photo is long, and that is even after I chopped off half of(f) the run of run on puns-upon-puns I had first typed! I was out for a walk on the boardwalk of my blessed home on Long Island, New York, five years ago. It was late summer 2016. I was reflecting on several complex situations I faced.
Honestly, I was very low.. literally! The iPhone GPS EXIF data shows that even with the phone held in my hands, it was merely 12 feet above sea level. That means my feet were literally just about 8-9 feet above mean sea level (not just 2-3 feet above the water in my marina). But thankfully I was not underwater, literally or figuratively! It was 8 pm FDT (Fake Daylight Time) on the phone screen, but really 7 pm going by real planet-time. The power of being positive and grateful was demonstrated in an instant. As I walked by my boat slip, at the marina in my Heron Pointe community, I came upon this scene reflecting pools of gratitude and blessing.
The full moon out in full brightness at blue hour took away any blues I could have felt. The gradations of blues, from the sky to the sea to the marina, interspersed only by the green weeds and brown pilings, made it a moment of gratitude. The solo (black, not blue) bird kept an eye on me while it too savored the scene. You can see its reflection in the water too.
This was taken with an iPhone 6 on August 15, 2016 (which was also my younger brother's birthday). I had it among my 36,000 pictures in the "To Post" album so thought I should share it today. LOL
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About the most visually impressive locomotive consist you could ask for, (maybe not so much if you’re not a fan of the Canadian Pacific or GE locomotives), a four unit set of freshly rebuilt AC4400CWM’s, the 8163, 8162, 8168 and 8173 lead a morning transfer from BNSF’s Argentine Yard to Kansas City Southern’s Knoche Yard in northeast Kansas City. April 3, 2021
Just a mile and a half from the previous location, the four CP AC4400CWM’s are barely squeezing by the low light shadows at Old Union Depot Interlocking where Kansas City’s original Union Station, operated between 1878-1914 once stood, (in the open space above and behind the first three locomotives). At this point, the transfer is roughly half way between BNSF’s Argentine Yard and KCS’s Knoche Yard.
Excerpt from www.mississauga.ca/arts-and-culture/arts/public-art/tempo...:
Interconnection by Moonlight Murals Collective is one of over 35 public artworks on display across the City of Mississauga.
Moonlight Murals Collective, 2022
Exterior acrylic on asphalt
Living Arts Drive, between Burnhamthorpe Road West and Square One Drive
Interconnection is a new temporary public artwork by Moonlight Murals Collective, integrated with the protected, on-road bike lanes on Living Arts Drive. These ground murals are located in the buffer zones that run alongside the cycling and parking/road lanes, helping to build a safe, connected, convenient and comfortable cycling network in Mississauga.
“Our aim in these ground paintings was not only to create a visually pleasing piece of art, but also to tell the story of people in a growing town such as Mississauga and how interconnected we are, not only to each other but also to nature and the land we reside on. Each thematic panel seamlessly connects to the next and at times, appear as opposing forces that make a complete whole reminiscent of the concept of Yin and Yang. Our designs focus on the relationship between humans and the natural environment and inspire the viewers to discover their imagination, emotion, interaction and relationship with their surroundings.” – Moonlight Murals Collective
Klappudden. Visually the mixture of boats, huts, crappy jetties and trees makes me think of a slummy backwater in Thailand or Brazil, but without the overbearing stench of sewage and pollution. It is untidy but I find there is a charm to this older part of Hanko harbour.
I don't know why, but every single waterfront hut I can ever remember seeing in Finland, has always been painted that reddish brown colour with white frames. I must have seen a thousand or more. Always, always, always the same colour.
historically most buildings in Iceland were made from turf, and while some stone foundations remain, the only visually obvious markers of centuries of inhabitation are ancient cairns, usually waymarkers (sometimes called "an ancient system of GPS," which makes me laugh) or warning of steep drop-offs. They withstand truly insane weather conditions, and would have been essential for anyone moving through these landscapes in storms or fog or even just keeping track of where you are. Too often tourists construct new ones by roadsides or random Instagram-able spots, but to me they are solemn reminders of the generations of tough Icelanders who managed to hang on in such a constantly challenging place.
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The Marina City Towers, affectionately known as "The Corn Cobs" are two of Chicago's most visually unique buildings.
A yellow train passes by the platform that has yellow tenji blocks (Japanese braille). The tenji blocks provide an important guide as to the safe distance between the platform and oncoming trains and also helps visually impaired passengers locate the platform and train doors.
Tactile paving was first introduced at a school for the blind in Okayama City in 1967, and have since gone global, becoming a familiar sight around stations and cities across the world.
A visually striking bird, the Great Tit is around 14 centimetres in length and weighs about 16 grams, this is more than most other tit species including the Willow Tit and Blue Tits.
The Great Tit has a bold black head, white cheeks with a black stripe running down their yellow belly and a white wing bar. Their body colour is primarily green and yellow.
I recently acquired this near mint 1973 Leica M5. Visually-speaking, the Leica M5 was the most unusual of all M cameras. It came with a variety of innovations and was Leitz's first rangefinder camera with an integrated light meter. Despite its undeniable advantages, not all M fans appreciated the visual changes. Personally, I love the design and handling of the M5, and have shot a roll of Ilford HP5 with it (results posted in the near future).