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Crown Jewel ~ inspired by the Taj Mahal, which is often referred to as / ‘Poetry in Stone’ The History of Lost Love / Shah Jahan of the Mogul dynasty was yet to accede the throne when he heard about the unsurpassed beauty of Mumtaz. He took Mumtaz as his third wife in 1612. For the next 18 years Shah Jahan and Mumtaz were inseparable. Shah Jahan took his wife along on every journey and war campaign. Over the years Mumtaz came to be his best friend, his critic and a canny political adviser. Mumtaz was expecting their 14th child when Shah Jahan embarked on a campaign against the Lodhi Empire in 1631. In the heat of the Indian summer, the army traveled to the Deccans. Mumtaz, who had accompanied the emperor, went through a rigorous childbirth. She died in Burhanpur. On her deathbed, she asked her husband to promise her that he would build a monument to their love. Legend has it that he locked himself in his room for eight days without food after Mumtaz passed away. After burying Mumtaz temporarily in Burhanpur, Shah Jahan went about constructing the Taj Mahal in right earnest. He summoned the best architects and artisans from far away lands like Multan, Kannauj, Lahore, Iraq and Persia. He arranged for the best marble from all around. It took 22 years, 22,000 people, 400 elephants and 32 million rupees to build the Taj Mahal. The result: an awe-inspiring structure, which is one of the most globally recognized symbols of grace and beauty. The Magnificent Monument / Built on a raised, square platform it is as tall as a 20-storey building. You enter through an imposing gateway. The complex consists of an elaborate garden set in the typical charbagh style, a mosque, a guesthouse and several other charming buildings. The mausoleum itself stands at the farthest end of the complex, right along the Yamuna River. The signature central dome (58 ft in diameter and 213 ft high) is truly magnificent and is echoed in the smaller domed chambers on all sides. The four slender minarets that rise from the corners of the mausoleum complete the picture of symmetry. The undisputed majesty and beauty is further reflected in the exquisite artistry created by inspired artisans from Baghdad, Shiraz and Bukhara. Exquisite floral patterns and calligraphy on both the exterior and interior were inlaid with precious stones such as jasper and agate. Quotations from the Koran were etched into stone archways; a pinnacle was set on the central dome; and thus came to life the most splendid resting place a lover could ever hope to find on this planet! By Ravi Kunjithai / Beautiful intricate abstract design bursting forth in hues of light blue and gray, yellow / orange, and even a hint of rose, all interspersed with lovely metalic golds. All artwork is © Rhonda L. Hall, All Rights Reserved. You may not use, replicate, manipulate, redistribute, or modify this image without my express consent.
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Barack is my Homeboy…A Dream With Denim…
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This photo was taken in Antelope Canyon, which is in northern Arizona, USA. Antelope Canyon is a slot canyon, carved out of sandstone by monsoon rains. The rays of the sun only enter the canyon during certain times of the year, and only in the middle of the day. Rays like these are uncommon, and are best seen on a windy day. This was such an incredible gift from God. It reminds me of the fact that I couldn’t make art at all if it were not for His gifts: the beauty of the world, light, and the passion and desire on my part. To make this image, I traveled hundreds of miles from home, to a place that I had longed to visit for years, at a time of the year when I felt I would see rays. I had gone through the entire canyon, and it seemed as if when I got to a place where there was a ray, it had already largely faded. I was disheartened, and as at the entrance when I saw a group of people, and a photographer with a tripod set up. I turned around to see what he was photographing, and this is what I saw! The sand in the air that day wrecked two camera bodies, but it was SOOO worth it! This is the photo that has attracted the most attention to my work and also my all-time favorite. It is hard to find a scene that inspires me like this one, but I hope someday my photography in general will measure up to this one photo.
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I Am America
by Helen BascomI am a buyer / and a seller / I am a giver / and a user
For the first time in American history there will be a Democratic Party Candidate for President who is either a Black male or a White female running against a White male Republican Party Candidate. Never mind the hate speech both Clinton and Obama have sparked by their bid for the nomination. I can now tell my son that this is America where little boys and girls, of any race or religion, can grow up to be President ( I hope). America is a land of diversity and of contradiction. / MCN: B64-RW1A-9461
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Another shot from the top of the rock.
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A lovely image of red sumac in autumn, lightly silhoutted against a gorgeous blue and pink sky, with touches of green and purple in the distant low foliage. This design also available as T-shirts, titled “Sillouette”. All artwork is © Rhonda L. Hall, All Rights Reserved. You may not use, replicate, manipulate, redistribute, or modify this image without my express consent.
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I took this picture from my yard. We often have brilliant sunsets and sunrises such as this. This picture was taken in southern Arizona, USA.
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A cute natural Black Squirrel, contrasted nicely in three inches of snow. I am honored that this photo was accepted as the avatar of the “Squirrels” group for the last week of March, 2008. Thanks Paul and group members! This design also available as T-shirts, also titled “Feeling Sqiurrely”. All artwork is © Rhonda L. Hall, All Rights Reserved. You may not use, replicate, manipulate, redistribute, or modify this image without my express consent.
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This photo was made in cooperation of my friend Alexey Popov Browse Palinchak Mikhail art by categories Art Nudes · Fractal Art · Egypt · Landscapes · Conceptual / / / /
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The first of a number of shots of the view from the top of the Empire State Building. I know shots of this type are a bit of a cliche but I like it! The viewing platform is on the 86th story…..thats 1453 feet! I was tempted to hock a lugi but my age got the better of me and I managed to restrain myself. Also….they blocked off a bit of the viewing platform because Patti Labelle was making an appearance….I got a shot of her too….and again had the lugi thought but the 8 foot body guard made me change my mind again….......
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Empire State Building in New York, shot from my deck.
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Taken from the top of the Rockefeller centre. I’m not very good with landscapes and cityscapes, but I’ve always wanted to go visit the city and get some black and white shots of it.
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April 2008 bloom of the beautiful vividly colored purple Azalea. Taken in Corning, New York State. All artwork is © Rhonda L. Hall, All Rights Reserved. You may not use, replicate, manipulate, redistribute, or modify this image without my express consent.
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Seal of the President of the United States
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We always seem to be fighting for peace, like we enjoy it. . . Pen & Ink & Color Pencil on Water Color Paper 12 X 24 inches / 31 X 61 cm Original : / Sold / contact my Agents at Gallery 112 / ....................................................................................................
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View from my deck facing west, looking at the Empire State Building in New York.
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Candid, Union Square Park, NYC
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Rustic look of cedar shake siding, interesting textures and tones. All artwork is © Rhonda L. Hall, All Rights Reserved. You may not use, replicate, manipulate, redistribute, or modify this image without my express consent.
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Sleepy Hollow is a real community located near North Tarrytown, New York. The area is full of ghost stories including the one about the Headless Horseman, a dark and shadowy figure. / Its said that even in modern times the headless horseman rides, frightening motorists along Canton’s rural roads causing fear-based heart attacks or startles drivers to veer into a ditch to avoid hitting the frantic phantom. Survivors say that the beams of their car’s headlights shone right through horse and rider, making them almost invisible, until, suddenly, car and horseman seemed about to collide. Wishing You a Haunted Halloween / / This make an inspiring Happy Halloween Card or Invitation for your Spooky Halloween party / Framed Print /
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Seen through the windows, / our curved views change our opinions, / what was once pure, / is now left floating in a fragile state. In the bottom right hand corner it says Copyright 2008 Diesel Laws Thinkingdiesel.com GET THE BUBBLES SHIRT HERE!
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©2007-2008 Aimee Stewart, Foxfires – please see my CC Terms of Use before considering using this image for any personal or commercial use http://foxfires.deviantart.com/journal/15905899/ / —-—-—-—-—-—-—-—-—-—-—-—-—-—-—- Wandering in Waterville – a self portrait
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