Art scotland
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Eilean Donan Castle, winter 2007
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Romance depicting heroic or marvelous deeds, pageantry, romantic exploits etc Eilean Donan castle bathing in the early afternoon light _As one of the most iconic images of Scotland, Eilean Donan is recognised all around the world. Situated on an island at the point where three great sea lochs meet, and surrounded by some majestic scenery, it is little wonder that the castle is now one of the most important attractions in the Scottish highlands. Although first inhabited around the 6th century, the first fortified castle was built in the mid 13th century and stood guard over the lands of Kintail. Since then, at least four different versions of the castle have been built and re-built as the feudal history of Scotland unfolded through the centuries. Partially destroyed in a Jacobite uprising in 1719, Eilean Donan lay in ruins for the best part of 200 years until Lieutenant Colonel John MacRae-Gilstrap bought the island in 1911 and proceeded to restore the castle to its former glory. After 20 years of toil and labour the castle was re-opened in 1932_ / http://www.eileandonancastle.com/
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Perpetual Time is meant to give the feeling that love conquers all. The stone is part of a wall in Edinburgh. Easter Road & Montrose Terrace area, I added this image of my niece. /
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Poppies with a twist. A touch of art added to spice things up. / I have four images in my Poppy series, click on the images to view the others. Many thanks for stopping by. / / / /
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acrylic on canvas swathed in blue, crashing in on their chariots, the Picts gave their all against the brave new world of empire
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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. .
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A dawn shot from a series I shot from the East Beach in Lossiemouth, Moray, Scotland. The Bin of Cullen, which is further down the East coast, can be seen in the distance. Nikon D80 / Manual / 1.5s at f11.0 / ISO 100 / 18.0-70.0mm f/3.5-4.5 at 18mm / 0.9 ND soft Grad. / tripod / remote release
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Another dawn, another tide and another image from the East Beach in Lossiemouth, Moray, Scotland. Amazing but I’d never noticed this wreck before. Nikon D80 / Manual / 4s at f11.0 / ISO 100 / 18.0-70.0mm f/3.5-4.5 at 18mm / 0.9 ND soft Grad. / tripod / remote release
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From the East Beach in Lossiemouth, Moray, Scotland. Nikon D80 / Manual / 0.5s at f11.0 / ISO 100 / 18.0-70.0mm f/3.5-4.5 at 18mm / 0.9 ND soft Grad. / tripod / remote release
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I’ll say it was cold! / East Beach in Lossiemouth, Moray, Scotland. Nikon D80 / Manual / 3s at f16.0 / ISO 100 / 18.0-70.0mm f/3.5-4.5 at 18mm / 0.9 ND soft Grad. / tripod / remote release
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The low dawn sun just catching the tops of a roller as it heads towards the East beach at Lossiemouth, Moray Scotland. Nikon D80 / Manual / 1/3sec. at f13.0 / ISO 100 / 18.0-70.0mm f/3.5-4.5 at 70mm / 0.9 ND soft Grad. / tripod / remote release Featured at Sea Group and Masters of The Scenic Group
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Cold early morning with an incoming tide at the East beach at Lossiemouth, Moray Scotland. Nikon D80 / Manual / 2 sec. at f11.0 / ISO 100 / 18.0-70.0mm f/3.5-4.5 at 18mm / 0.3 ND soft Grad. / circular polarizer / tripod / hand release
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Been in an artistic mood lately & when I am in that frame of mind I like to experiment with some of my photographs. This is another experiment, inspired by Bluefinart. /
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Cool bit of graffiti in a doorway in Glasgow, Scotland. untouched.
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Pebble tower (self built) at Brough looking over the Pentland Firth in Caithness, Scotland Featured in Unlimited Quality / Featured in Highland & Island Photographers / Featured in Dimensions / Featured in Northern Landscapes / Top Ten in this Challenge / Featured in Digital Photography / Featured in Shifting Sands / Winner in this challenge / Top Ten in thsi Challenge
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Remote Western Isle of Scotland situated South of Outer Hebrides. / Beautiful beaches and carpets of colourful wildflowers characterize this tiny but perfect island. Home of the ancient MacNeil clan, the island is steeped in Gaelic tradition and heritage. / Original size 50×50cm / Oil on canvas / Featured in the RedBubble home page June 2009 ScottNaismith.co.uk
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Loch Brittle is at the Southern end of the Isle of Skye looking out across the Atlantic Ocean. With the menace of the Black Cuillin hills behind, contrasted against the sea glittering in the sunset, this sandy bay is one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. / Oil on canvas / Original size 60×60cm SCOTT NAISMITH WEBSITE
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Aberdeen’s wave cut rocks are brought to life as the side lighting plays on the textured surfaces. Taken at sunrise as the tide recedes on the North Sea. 1DS Featured at sea group. Thanks / Featured at MASTERS OF THE SCENIC. Thanks / Featured at WAVES. Thanks / Featured at all water in motion. Thanks
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I took this shot back in June 2009 & on August the 19th 2009 some kind soul bought a poster of ‘Lost & Found’ / The bike shed and bike belong to Forresters House which is just along the drive from the shed. It belongs to friends of DaRat; Debbie and Mick. DaRat informs me that the shed and bike are still there and that its a popular photographic subject with many other enthusiastic photographers. Debbie & Mick bought a print which they will frame and display in their lounge as a reminder of their famous shed. / Many thanks to you both, hope all the new visitors don’t spoil your peace & tranquility. / If you want to take the same shot just head along to Glen Etive, you should find the bike leaning against a shed. / Lost & Found is primarly intended as a canvas print but all image options are available all the way down to a greetings card which can also be framed. /
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Isle of Skye / Original size 30×30 cm / Oil on Canvas Featured on the RedBubble homepage Sept ‘09 ScottNaismith.co.uk
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Scotland. The River Tweed at Peebles. With much thanks to Maggie for the opportunity of seeing this beautiful place. Go see her wonderful art here: dinghysailor1 Tonemapped in DynamicPhoto HDR and Orton effect applied. I wanted a dreamy effect. Canon EOS 450D, 18-55mm lens
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I love this one viewed large..another from the Edinburgh fireworks concert at the castle… Enjoy a calendar – full… or more in the fireworks series… Nikon D60,Nikkor VR (off) 18-200 lens, tripod, pesky remote gave up on me after test shots..UV filter – can you believe it fell off with the final bang..LOL / f/8,1sec, ISO-100 / Uncropped but tweaked and rotated 90 degrees for more pleasing comp… See also other images from the night.. my first shot at fireworks.. / /
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:) / All stock from sxc.hu / and my own resources Based on this song by Dougie MacLean / (Scottish James Taylor ;) / http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KMpSg78s684 Music & Lyrics by Dougie MacLean. Published by Limetree Arts and Music I don’t know if you can see the changes that have come over me / In these last few days I’ve been afraid that I might drift away / So I’ve been telling old stories, singing songs that make me think about where I came from / And that’s the reason why I seem so far away today CHORUS / Ah but let me tell you that I love you and I think about you all the time / Caledonia you’re calling me and now I’m going home / But if I should become a stranger you know that it would make me more than sad / Caledonia’s been everything I’ve ever had I have moved and kept on moving proved the points that I needed proving / Lost the friends that I needed losing found others on the way / I have tried and I’ve kept on trying stolen dreams, yes there’s no denying* / I have travelled hard, sometimes with conscience flying somewhere in the wind / CHORUS Now I’m sitting here before the fire, the empty room, the forest choir / The flames that couldn’t get any higher they’ve withered, now they’ve gone / But I’m steady thinking, my way is clear and I know what I will do tomorrow / When the hands have shaken and the kisses flow Oh I will disappear / CHORUS
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Ghostly HDR image of interior of old cottage building in West Ayrshire, Scotland. Nikon D5000. 18-55mm. AP mode. CS3 and Photomatix to complete.
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