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  • To Wade Through Darkness by PolarityPhoto

    Hurricane Psychiatric Center – New York [1910 – 1984] Every now and then, we find ourselves in darkness. Perhaps this image, then, is not too unfamiliar to everyone. / Standing in darkness, a single distant window glowing bright and a drape, fluttering the the breeze. Much like life, duality exists within this frame. / Darkness with just a window of hope. / / Rush for the window of hope, my friends. / Throw open the blinds of fear and let the light of positivity shine into your life. Or cast aside the wire grate of self restraint and dive right through that window into a bright world of possibility and something new! Never stop chasing dreams, friends, you never know which ones you’ll catch. To see more check out Polarity Photography Thanks for viewing, feel free to comment.

  • CASUARINA SUNSET - VALENTINE NSW by Bev Woodman

    With my trusty camera over my shoulder, I decided to take a walk in the bush at the end of my street. I followed the bike track, then turned off on the “Oscar’s Path”, affectionately named by our family after our dearly departed border collie friend that we were priviledged to have for 17 years. Oscar would run ahead of us through the bush and at this junction point would look back as if to say “which way” – we would point left and off he would go running flat out down the steep track to the water’s edge. Today I walked this way and even pointed as I approached the track as if he was still with me (maybe he was). The sun was starting to set as I stepped onto the edge of the lake so I found a spot amongst the dry seaweed and took in the magnificent view. Thoughts overwhelmed me as I realised I was so lucky to live in such a beautiful setting – who would want for anything more! Nikon D80 / 55-200 mm lens / Hand held / Auto night landscape /

  • Annapurna Attitude by Peter Hill

    No.1 Nepal 1983 series. That day I was ahead of the team, even the Sherpas and porters. No real reason, it wasn’t a race. Crossed the umpteenth bridge and began the umpteenth climb on the other side. After a 1,000 metres or so, I heard someone coming up behind me. As they were catching up to me and would want to pass me on the narrow path, I stopped. Needed a breather anyway. Taking in the view with my camera, this girl was suddenly standing there. It was my overtaker. I was absolutely stunned. Her skirt was the brightest, cleanest, and most colourful fabric I had yet seen in Nepal, and as I stood there, sweating and dirty, I could not comprehend how it was so. I motioned for approval to shoot. She grudgingly gave it, then scurried on up the mountain, soon disappearing from sight. Olympus OM1, slide. Scanned at 4,000 dpi. UNTOUCHED.

  • Natures Soul..... by GerryMac

    Sometimes you just happen to come across a moment… a moment in time were you are honoured to see what beauty nature has to offer…. and luck… to be able to capture that priceless moment so that you can go back there anytime… Lake Monger, Perth Western Australia

  • A Painful Perspective by FireLilyAMG

    this is looking up inside one of the columns. if you look closely, you may see there is something on the glass. These are millions of registration numbers of the holocaust prisoners. Model: N/A / Date: February 2008 / Location: The New England Holocaust Memorial, Boston, Ma, USA / visit http://nehm.org to learn more / Photographer: FireLilyAMG Feedback always appreciated You may not use my artwork without my permission. If you’d like to use a piece, contact me and we’ll discuss how you can.

  • Tribal Shield by A. K. Ardis

    A warriors shield offering strength and protection against things both seen and unseen. I’ve been on a roll the past few days since getting my computer back up and running and have created at least 6 new fractals that I really like. This is probably my favorite one.. I think.. :) Thank you for looking, comments are welcome and I always try and return the favor. :) Created in Apophysis 2.06bzplus

  • Guiding Light by Peter Hill

    Guiding Light was shot in Raw in the Temple of Baal Cave at Jenolan in the Blue Mountains National Park of NSW, using a Canon EOS 10D with EF 70-300mm Diffractive Optics zoom lens with Image Stabiliser, at 70mm, ISO 800, at 1/60th of a second at f4.5. The camera was handheld given the ban on tripods within the caves. It depicts our guide, John, demonstrating the luminosity of limestone crystal. Or at least that’s what I thought he said was the rock, but I was a little busy getting myself into position to shoot it quickly amongst 24 other people and men can only concentrate on one thing at a time! So please correct me if I am wrong. ___ ___

  • story of the saltire by Matthew Scotland

    By the ninth century AD, according to the ancient chronicles of the kings, Pictland was almost two-thousand years old, the Picts had at one time resisted Rome like no other race of Europe, but now the celebrated native control of northern Britain was coming to a close, yet still the Picts had one last great achievement that left a striking mark on national history. Early in that century King Unust of the Picts ruled over a shrinking kingdom being attacked jealously on all sides by Scots, Britons, Anglo/Saxons, and latterly the Vikings. The Anglo/Saxons, who would become known as the English, were coming to the fore as the supreme force in Britain, with their cruel dominion now intruding far north to the former Pictish lands at Edinburgh and the Forth Estuary. / King Athelstan of the Angles marched northwards to destroy the Picts with a huge force, King Unust of the Picts went to meet him with a battle-depleted army. In the Lothian region King Unust found himself hemmed in by an English army much bigger than was feared. The Picts were soon surrounded by Athelstan’s massive host , it seemed certain that the Pictish king and his nation were at last finished for good, the awesome English force were poised to roll out their dominion northwards over the whole land. / On the eve of certain destruction as the Picts felt the enemy close all around them, King Unust knew that whether he retreated or fought, he and his men were doomed, and so that night he offered no customary war-cries for the morning’s battle, but simply knelt and earnestly prayed for a miracle. On the day of battle mysterious signs emerged in the heavens, as the dark hordes of English moved in on the hopelessly smaller enemy, the clear day sky turned a deep deep blue, heavy Pictish hearts began lifting as a piercing formation of white clouds took the shape of St Andrew’s cross right above the battlefield, with beams of light bursting through on the small army of Picts so that they glowed with an eary lustre that magnified their presence. / Unease began spreading through the ranks of the enemy as the small ghostly army ploughed fearlessly into the dark sea of English warriors, and all the while the shining diagonal cross remained in the sky overhead. The Picts worked into a frenzy and carved a path right to the heart of the enemy and at the ford of the Peffer Burn they beheaded King Athelstan, and with this the English scattered southwards for their lives. / This all took place at Athelstanford, now a beautiful village nestled in the rolling Garleton hills of East -Lothian. Back then, King Unust’s spectacular victory was seen as a great miracle that became etched into the national psyche, and the symbol of that victory, the white cross of Saint Andrew on a blue background, survived the transition from Pictland to Scotland, and through a thousand years of turbulent history, it remains the flag of the nation. .

  • Cookbook by Dione Lucas by Judi Taylor

    Dione Lucas was an English woman who was the first female graduate of Le Cordon Bleu. Lucas was fundamental in establishing an unprecedented extension of the famous Paris Culinary School in London in the 1930s. She worked as a hotel chef in Hamburg before World War II and wrote of preparing stuffed squab for Adolf Hitler. She later opened a Cordon Bleu restaurant and a cooking school in New York. She also ran the Egg Basket restaurant by Bloomingdale’s in New York. Her cooking show To The Queen’s Taste was broadcast on CBS in 1948-1949 from the restaurant. She had another show in the 1950s. Dione Lucas was the first woman featured in a cooking show on television. In one of her New York restaurants, The Gingerman, Lucas helped to introduce the omelette to the American palate. She can be seen as a predecessor and influence to Julia Child. Dione Lucas authored several cookbooks on French cuisine.

  • Ellenborough Falls NSW - Bottom Pool by Bev Woodman

    This is yet another shot of the bottom part of Ellenborough Falls in NSW not too far from Taree via Tourist Road 8 through Wingham and Elands. These falls have a drop of around 200 metres, crashing to the valley floor below. The drive to the falls takes you to the top area where there are numerous viewing platforms however it is the walk to the bottom that adds to the adventure. The timber walkway and around 1,000 stairs descends to the valley floor through thick rain forest – allow 30 minutes down and 45 minutes back up. You will find a seat about every 100 stairs to rest and bring the old heart rate back to normal. After rainfall you may experience a drenching at the bottom however on our trip we were lucky with just fine mist spray. The ground at the bottom beyond the timber walkway is wet, slippery and treacherous. This shot was taken using a Nikon D80 using an 18-55 mm lens and tripod (this made the up hill walk a little difficult). / /

  • Bridge of Carr, Scotland by rodsfotos

    The ancient packhorse Bridge over the dark peaty fast flowing River Dulnain is over 300 years old and is the oldest stone bridge in the Highlands of Scotland, it also gave it’s name to the village of Carrbridge where it is situated. An early morning image taken on a holiday to the Highlands that I was proud to call my home till I moved down to England after leaving school but a part of me will always remain in this beautiful area.

Recent Work

  • MIDNIGHT KABUKI by Dayonda

    At midnight we don our wig, and paint and our kimono / and go out of doors to see the wild and raging dancing snow. / When we go out to see the dance we see the swirl / of light and fire together dancing pearl on pearl. / Then we can go to the tea house near, / or go home and drink our warm rice beer. An original computer composition done in 2002. / One main dancer flys around the stage, accompanied by a leaf and smaller flyers like herself. / Featured in NORTHWEST ARTISTS June 11 2008

  • Overlooking the Japanese Gardens, Cowra, NSW by Jan Richardson

    This overlooks part of the Japanese Gardens at Cowra, NSW. Cowra was the place where Japanese Prisoners of War were accommodated during World War II. The interaction of the prisoners and the townspeople led to mutual respect and affection which lasts to this day. The Japanese Gardens pay tribute to this bond in a most beautiful way. The Gardens are very close to the town centre, with many peaceful and beautiful areas to enjoy. There are good wide walking paths over easy terrain, and mobility scooters may be hired at the kiosk. Refreshments are available in the Tea Room, or bring picnic to enjoy in your favourite spot.

  • Predator by trwphotography

    This is Peddi (pronounced pee-dee-ah) This was taken at my work (PDI) thus where he got his name. He let me get about 4 ft from him. I am sure I could have gotten closer but his sharp claws and beak scared me LOL. Yes sitting on our mailbox :) He is a Goshawk. Possibly still a juvenile but I am unsure. Taken in Atlanta, Georgia / Nikon D80 / 55-200mm Tamron lense / 200mm / f/4.5 / 1/80 / ISO 100 I did crop out the numbers on the mail box other than that as is from camera. / Hope you enjoy it. / /

  • HAPPY EASTER! by Dayonda

    In a lovely flowering garden lit by calla lily lamps, Easter wishes are gently offered. Background made in Arthause Studio Extra.

  • To Know You by lucin

    This is a candid still life. :) I quickly snapped this view of someone’s basement kitchen in Hampstead, England while walking it’s sidewalks. I felt as intrusive as if I had snapped a candid of the resident. For good reason, I believe. So much of the person who cooks and eats here is revealed, and, thus, a bit of the culture of the English. Few of us Americans have toasts racks, eh? Must have to do with the Revolution.

  • Fear and Lovin' by lucin

    in PDX. I was waiting for a ride home from the airport when I saw the amorous couple moving about. Seeing the reflection in the windshield, I grabbed my camera. The woman in the forefront suddenly struck this unexplained pose and the couple kissed, as I clicked on telephoto with a pretty steady hand for me. I love this photo as there are three stories going on simultaneously. The photographer is always part of a candid, to my mind.

  • Witchdoctor by TREVOR IRWIN

    http://www.philadelphia33.org/ Taken while traveling to a isolated village in Nigeria. These people cause so much hurt to the locals. child sacrifice, although greatly diminished, is still practiced in some areas. They manipulate the people and use fear and superstition as a way to control the people and earn a living for themselves. I have seen it many times and their power is destructive if left unchallenged. Medicine and herbal doctors can do good. But Full blown witchdoctors practice dark medicine that only causes hurt and death, especially to children. As a missionary and work within villages, I have seen children demonstrated by people and in some cases killed. I shared Jesus with her, and she is now a Christian and we helped her start a new business selling clothing and other items. 100% of all proceeds from sale of art and donations made via our Charity website, goes towards helping extreme poor in rural and isolated villages in Africa. Donate some of your art and save a child’s life! Please visit / http://www.philadelphia33.org/* AS IS. Camera: Canon EOS 400D / Lens: Canon 300m zoom

  • Iced Diamond by jesika

    We had some snow and ice in February 2008 and my tiny pond froze. A small iceberg grew under the slowly dripping water spout. I spent several hours freezing trying to get the perfect shot of drops of water dripping on to the tiny iceberg. I think I used flash. / Now I know a little about editing, I’ve managed to remove the stream of water from the spout to isolate the diamond. / 200208 / Sony H5 editing PS7 crop clone out water / 020109 This sky where we live / Is no place to lose your wings. / So love, love, love. / Hafiz حافظ % of ALL sales will benefit Butterfly Conservation Society (UK). / www.butterfly-conservation.org My Images Do Not Belong To The Public Domain. All images and writing are copyright © jesika 2005-2009. All Rights Reserved. Copying, altering, displaying or redistribution of any of these images without written permission from the artist is strictly prohibited.

  • *Mary just 13 years old already plays the role of mother*. by TREVOR IRWIN

    Please visit my Africa Mission Charity Website: / http://www.philadelphia33.org/ / / I was walking from one village to the next, in Remote Nigeria. one of the team noticed this young girl following us for some time. I stopped and spoke to her through an interpretor. We learned that she was 13 years old and caring for three younger Sisters. As she told us here story, I Felt compelled to return to her village. There we met her three younger sisters in the most extreme poverty. Both Parents were dead and no other living relatives. We spoke to the village Chief and the elders who pleaded with us to help the family. We did, as God lead us to and blessed here with clothing, and the following day we sent two of our field workers to meet with her and now they have a small regular income from our mission funds. Please visit my Africa Mission charity site: / http://www.philadelphia33.org/ Donate some of your art and save a child’s life! Your Purchasing of the previous photographs and donations via our website has truly enabled us to help many on this mission. Thank You. Camera: canon EOS 400D / Lens: Canon EF 70-300 IS HSM.

  • Angelena by TREVOR IRWIN

    Angelina is 12 years old . She is one of the children we have been caring for for the past three years. When we found her three years ago she was close to death and without Parents. Three years later she is loved and attends school. We can and do make a difference to children in extreme poverty and sick. All it takes is Love and a heart of compassion to sow a little time and money into a child’s life and you will see the transformation. / Angelina was dying from malaria when we first saw her. Now she lives a full life. She says she wants to be a doctor and help others who are sick. God bless her and all who helped us in helping her. 100% of all proceeds from sales of my art and any donations goes toward sick, disabled and extreme poor in Tunga/Zuga-Ungwa/fada and other surrounding villages in Isolated and remote Africa. Please visit our Africa Mission Charity Website: / http://www.philadelphia33.org/ Donate some of your art and save a child’s life! Canon: EOS 400D / Lens: Canon EF70-300 IS USM. ISO 200. Speed 1/400sec. WB Daytime Mode. F8. AS IS

  • *Longing for relief*. by TREVOR IRWIN

    Praise is just 6 years old, and in much pain. she has a disease called Rickets. her pelvis, thighs, lover legs and left food are all twisted and bowed outward. The tears are genuine, and I also wept as I saw her again for the first tine in 11 months. When I saw her first in April 2007, She was walking like a duck and found it hard to walk. then in December 2007, again I met her. this time the upper thighs had bowed even more. Now when I met her a few weeks ago in September 2008, I was heartbroken as was our Mission nurse and Field workers. / We noticed her coming towards us from a long distance, and as she came nearer we could see she was trying to speed up, and as calling my name “Papa Trevor”. When I saw her tears, I stood silently with tears flowing down my cheeks. Praise was in much pain. She tried to walk as fast as she could when others told her that papa Trevor was in the village. / I knew we could only pray for her, as we had no medicines for pain. Here in London Praise would have free medical treatment and be well cared for. Please Please pray for Praise, that God will heal her, or send us the money so we can buy the correct medicines to help her. Please visit my Africa Mission charity Site: / http://www.philadelphia33.org/ / Link to my Africa Mission Site: / http://www.redbubble.com/people/joshuatree1 ALL Proceeds from sale of my Art or do0nations made via my Charity website will be used to help these precious little ones. Camera: Canon EOS 400D / Lens: Canon 70-300 IS USM

  • The Southern Star in Decoupage by Larry Davis

    The other day, we went up in the new Southern Star Wheel with some friends, and this was the result. / I felt that I should do something a bit different, as the markets will soon be flooded with everyday images of this great attraction. / Located in the Docklands of Melbourne, it’s different, but nothing like The London Eye of The Singapore Flyer. They are established, where this has just been born. =================== Click here if you want to see the website. ======================

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