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ORIGINAL PAINTING BY ARTIST … LIZ KINDER
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Nice view from the coast – Dampier Peninsula – Western Australia / Canon Eos 40D
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Copyright © Sharon Mau 2009 / My images do not belong to the public domain. Reproduction is strictly prohibited. All rights reserved Beautiful Art and Greeting Cards For Sale ~ Shop securely and view my collection here Cacatua moluccensis (Gmelin 1788) “Description: whitish salmon-pink; broad crest with whitish covering feathers and deep salmon-pink underlying crest; underside of wings salmon-pink; tail-feathers orange-yellow and pink at base; bill blackish; periophthalmic ring white with faint bluish tinge; iris blackish-brown; feet dark grey. Female sometimes with reddish tinge to iris; usually with smaller head and bill. Immatures as adults; young females mostly identifiable at one year by greyish-brown iris; adult iris colour attained by four years. Length: 52 cm (20.5 ins). Distribution: island of Ceram, Indonesia; extinct on nearby islands of Saparua and Haruku; once introduced to Ambon, but now disappeared again. Habitat: forest, open woodland , cleared areas with isolated groups of trees; tall secondary vegetation, mangroves and swamp areas to 1,000 m (3,300 ft). Status: Endangered because of extensive capture for trade; population possibly only 2,000 birds; additional threat through habitat loss. Habits: usually seen singly, in pairs or small groups; gatherings of up to 16 birds on roosting trees; mostly only observed in early morning or late afternoon on way from or to roosting places; pairs stay close together; can occasionally be seen grooming each other; prefers perching in tall trees; there only conspicuous when calling; noisy; can be heard from a distance; cautious and not approachable; powerful flight with rapid, shallow wing-beats interspersed with gliding; accompanied by constant calling; flight relatively slow and usually low. Natural diet: seed, fruits, berries, nuts and probably insects and their larvae; occasionally forages in coconut plantations where they bite open young coconuts to get at the milk and soft pulp content. Breeding behaviour: exact breeding season unknown; probably from July; nests in tall, dead trees; in one case 25 m (80 ft) above ground; no further information available; egg measures 50.0×33.4 mm (1.97×1.31 ins). Aviculture: fairly noisy cockatoo with pleasant character; especially noisy when excited, but also during early morning and late afternoon; initially shy; wild-caught birds often extremely nervous; will then often only leave nestbox to feed; however young birds quickly become confiding; very hard chewers; regular supply of wood necessary; rotten wood and planks quickly chewed; colony system only possible in very large flight; trouble-free and not susceptible when acclimatised. ” Information Source Lexicon of Parrots=
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This beautiful Macaw may be seen at the lovely Tropical Gardens of Maui ~ near Wahinepe’e and Keopuka Ridge in Puohokamoa Valley / Maui Hawai’i Copyright © Sharon Mau 2009 / All Rights Reserved Featured Art Inspired Art 05 June 2009 / Canon EOS Digital Rebel XTi “Macaws are large colourful New World parrots, classified into six of the many Psittacidae genera: Ara, Anodorhynchus, Cyanopsitta, Propyrrhura, Orthopsittaca, and Diopsittaca. They are the largest birds in the parrot family in length and wingspan, though the flightless Kakapo is heavier. Parrots are zygodactyl, like woodpeckers, having 4 toes on each foot – two front and two back. Their native habitats are the forests, especially rain forests, of Mexico and Central and South America. They are called Guacamayos in Spanish and Araras in Portuguese. The majority of macaws are now endangered in the wild. Five species are already extinct, and Spix’s Macaw is now considered to be extinct in the wild. The Glaucous Macaw is also probably extinct, with only two reliable records of sightings in the 20th century. The greatest problems threatening the macaw population are the rapid rate of deforestation and the illegal trapping of birds for the bird trade. Macaws have been said to live for up to 100 years; however, an average of 50 years is probably more accurate. The larger macaws may live up to 65 years. Macaws are ready to breed when they are about 7 or 8 years old. The decision to have a Macaw as a pet should be seen as a life-long commitment, as it will likely be a companion for life and many even outlive its human keeper. They are monogamous and mate for life. In captivity unmated Macaws will bond primarily with one person – their keeper. Pet Macaws thrive on frequent interaction, handling and love just as humans do. Lack of this can lead to their mental and physical suffering. Other sub-bondings also take place and most Macaws that are subjected to non-aggressive behavior will trust most humans and can be handled even by strangers if someone familiar is also alongside. Without proper adult supervision, Macaws are unsuitable as pets for children. All species of Macaws have very powerful, large beaks and are capable of causing considerable harm to both children and adults. They are delicate creatures and require respectful and loving husbandry from handlers.” Information Source avianweb.com macaws info
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Western Australia – Land of story and aboriginal culture… Land of dreams… North of Broome, Dampier Peninsula… The nature is still incontaminated. / Canon Eos 40D
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Western Australia – Land of story and aboriginal culture… Land of dreams… North of Broome, Dampier Peninsula… The nature is still incontaminated. / Canon Eos 40D
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Kai Makani Ho'ohinuhinu
by Sharon MauJacob and I are in this YouTube video! We were at the MACC, The Maui Arts and Cultural Center in Kahului here on Maui where Jacob was d…
Jacob and I are in this YouTube video! We were at the MACC, The Maui Arts and Cultural Center in Kahului here on Maui where Jacob was displaying his beautiful tropical flowers of Hawai’i photographs for sale along with many other talented local Maui artists and musicians. You may see us here at the 3rd Annual Maui Ukulele Festival 2008 Aloha kakou, I created a video with some of my favourite photographs. It includes a beautiful mele. Keali’i Reichel sings Malama E Ala ‘E You may view it if you like on my YouTube site / Ourjrny YouTube E Ala ‘E Please rate it, comment if you like and let me know what you think of it. / For your enjoyment, I am in the midst of creating another video with my photographs of tropical flowers featuring the beautiful mele by other talented Kanaka, Hawaiian musicians and songwriters as well. Mahalo nui for your gifts of Aloha. Every purchase of my images mean more to me than you could possibly imagine, and help sustain us on this very beautiful and unbelievably expensive island :) Mahalo nui loa, thank you so much for your wonderful comments, encouragement and support. From my Na’au to yours, I wish you Love and many blessings. Aloha e Malama pono, Sharon
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This photo was taken on the island of Utilla Key in Honduras. The island is a small 300 meter long island which sits about a mile off the shore of Utilla (which is no large island itself). Utilla Key has a population of about 300 people, mostly fisherman families. There is no running water, in fact, there is no ground water. Large capture containers on the roofs of the local homes is the sole source of water. I shot this boy waiting on the dock as his father’s canoe was making it’s way in from his day at sea. His giant flip flops make the photo in my opinion.
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Kaula’uo / Ulua / Mokapu Beach / Wailea / Maui Gold Coast / Hawai’i Copyright © Sharon Mau 2009 / All Rights Reserved These two beaches are accessible by the same path along the wonderful elevated boardwalk, although they have different names for each side of the beach. When you are facing makai, the ocean, to the right is Mokapu Beach, which lies just in front of the Renaissance Wailea Beach Resort and to the left is Ulua Beach. These beaches are very popular places for walking, running, sunbathing, swimming and snorkeling, featuring sandy bottoms. In summer the water is wonderfully warm. It is a beautiful long stretch of golden sand, and the luxurious bronzed golden sand is reflecting the beautiful warm colours of sunset in this image. It was a peaceful evening on Maui’s Gold Coast. Ulua is name after the adult Crevalle fish. / The original name was Ke One Ulua (pronounced o-ney) / Like Polo Beach, Ulua is a name unfamiliar to long time residents of Maui. The original name was Kaula’uo and that is what I prefer to call it as I believe the original name should be restored. Canon EOS Digital Rebel XTi / Shooting Date/Time 07 July 2009 18:44:54
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Kaula’uo / Ulua / Mokapu Beach / Wailea / Maui Gold Coast / Hawai’i Copyright © Sharon Mau 2009 / All Rights Reserved This image is the result of an experiment in light and camera settings as I was trying to reproduce the atmospheric conditions of the moment. You may see my camera data below. Please let me know what you really think of it. These two beaches are accessible by the same path along the wonderful elevated boardwalk, although they have different names for each side of the beach. When you are facing makai, the ocean, to the right is Mokapu Beach, which lies just in front of the Renaissance Wailea Beach Resort and to the left is Ulua Beach. These beaches are very popular places for walking, running, sunbathing, swimming and snorkeling, featuring sandy bottoms. In summer the water is wonderfully warm. It is a beautiful long stretch of golden sand, and the luxurious bronzed golden sand is reflecting the beautiful warm colours of sunset in this image. It was a peaceful evening on Maui’s Gold Coast. Ulua is name after the adult Crevalle fish. The Ulua fish is also known as Pompano. When the fish is less than 10 pounds, it is called Papio. The Ulua fish may be caught with a rod and reel from the shoreline and is considered one of the most sought after inshore fishes on the islands. It is delicious when breaded with a light seasoned flour and grilled or lightly sauteed with fresh lemon butter and dill weed. The original name of this lovely beach was Ke One Ulua (pronounced o-ney) / Like Polo Beach, Ulua is a name unfamiliar to Kanaka Maoli (Indigenous Hawaiians) and Kama’aina (long time residents) on Maui. The original name was Kaula’uo and that is what I prefer to call it as I believe the original name should be restored. Canon EOS Digital Rebel XTi / Shooting Date/Time 07 July 2009 17:36:42 / Shooting Mode Aperture-Priority AE / Tv( Shutter Speed ) 1/640 / Av( Aperture Value ) 3.5 / Center-Weighted Average Metering / Exposure Compensation +2 / ISO Speed 100 / Lens EF28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM
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Kaula’uo / Ulua / Mokapu Beach / Wailea / Maui Gold Coast / Hawai’i Copyright © Sharon Mau 2009 / All Rights Reserved This image is the result of an experiment in light and camera settings as I was trying to reproduce the atmospheric conditions of the moment. You may see my camera data below. Please let me know what you really think of it. These two beaches are accessible by the same path along the wonderful elevated boardwalk, although they have different names for each side of the beach. When you are facing makai, the ocean, to the right is Mokapu Beach, which lies just in front of the Renaissance Wailea Beach Resort and to the left is Ulua Beach. These beaches are very popular places for walking, running, sunbathing, swimming and snorkeling, featuring sandy bottoms. In summer the water is wonderfully warm. It is a beautiful long stretch of golden sand, and the luxurious bronzed golden sand is reflecting the beautiful warm colours of sunset in this image. It was a peaceful evening on Maui’s Gold Coast. Ulua is name after the adult Crevalle fish. The Ulua fish is also known as Pompano. When the fish is less than 10 pounds, it is called Papio. The Ulua fish may be caught with a rod and reel from the shoreline and is considered one of the most sought after inshore fishes on the islands. It is delicious when breaded with a light seasoned flour and grilled or lightly sauteed with fresh lemon butter and dill weed. The original name of this lovely beach was Ke One Ulua (pronounced o-ney) / Like Polo Beach, Ulua is a name unfamiliar to Kanaka Maoli (Indigenous Hawaiians) and Kama’aina (long time residents) on Maui. The original name was Kaula’uo and that is what I prefer to call it as I believe the original name should be restored. Canon EOS Digital Rebel XTi
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The bright Spanish sun burns dark shadows into the cobbles of the plaza.
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Streetscene in Fatih, Istanbul. Someone selling watermelon seeds while people dine in the background
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Ma ka ‘Aekai / when the ‘aina (land) meets the ocean Kaula’uo / Ulua / Mokapu Beach / Wailea / Maui Gold Coast / Hawai’i Copyright © Sharon Mau 2009 / All Rights Reserved This image is the result of an experiment in light and DOF settings as I was trying to reproduce the atmospheric conditions of the moment. These two beaches are accessible by the same path along the wonderful elevated boardwalk, although they have different names for each side of the beach. When you are facing makai, the ocean, to the right is Mokapu Beach, which lies just in front of the Renaissance Wailea Beach Resort and to the left is Ulua Beach. These beaches are very popular places for walking, running, sunbathing, swimming and snorkeling, featuring sandy bottoms. In summer the water is wonderfully warm. It is a beautiful long stretch of golden sand, and the luxurious bronzed golden sand is reflecting the beautiful warm colours of sunset in this image. It was a peaceful evening on Maui’s Gold Coast. The original name of this lovely beach was Ke One Ulua (pronounced o-ney) / Like Polo Beach, Ulua is a name unfamiliar to Kanaka Maoli (Indigenous Hawaiians) and Kama’aina (long time residents) on Maui. The original name was Kaula’uo and that is what I prefer to call it as I believe the original name should be restored. Canon EOS Digital Rebel XTi / Shooting Date/Time 07 July 2009 / Shooting Mode Aperture-Priority AE / Tv( Shutter Speed ) 1/640 / Av( Aperture Value ) 3.5 / Center-Weighted Average Metering / Exposure Compensation +2 / ISO Speed 100 / Lens EF28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM
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Tree ashore
by vig64Sea landscape
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Exodus
by Keith Taitoil on canvas / 48×60 inches
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Piccadilly Circus, Here we see a wide angle image of Picadilly Circus, London. We have the world famous neon advertising boards as well as some of the buildings of the square and a blurd speeding Route Master London Red Bus and Black Hackney Cab. This was one of those chance shots that you weren’t expecting. I was actually waiting around to photograph another area of the city after the sun had gone down and I had a little time to kill. I decided to head to piccaddilly circus as this is one area you are always guaranteed plenty of life any time of the day. I set up the tripod hidden behind a kiosk selling newspapers and started shooting.
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Life " your love makes me want to travel "
by darkwhispersYou are so far away from me / But in my heart you feel so close / I will cross the ocean – Swim if I have to / If I cannot find a boat
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“Captain’s Log, Stardate 44012.3. We are exploring unfamiliar territory on the beaches of this strange planet called Southern Africa…..” Jokes aside, this was unfamiliar territory to us and we tried to visit as many beaches, preferably as far away from tourists spots as we could with the time we had available. Interesting to take the gravel roads less travelled to places not many people know of ; nothing but unspoiled nature and of course a lone solitary log washed ashore – I could not resist editing this when I thought of a fitting title for it :) This was taken somewhere between Mossel bay en route to Arniston – South Africa Flickr Gallery http://www.flickr.com/photos/soulmyst/ P.S If you prefer to view this on imageKind do a search “soulmyst”
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Going nowhere slowly; when you are on the ocean on this beautiful day with a view to some if Southern Africa’s best coastline…why rush to get where you are going to?...” In future, instead of standing on the beach taking photos it would be nice to do it on a boat going from town to town with the beautiful mountains in the backdrop (sea sickness would be a ‘nice’ first experience too I reckon hehe) This was taken somewhere between Dana baai and Stilbaai – South Africa Flickr Gallery http://www.flickr.com/photos/soulmyst/ P.S If you prefer to view this on imageKind do a search “soulmyst”
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Not too many memorable moments apart from the number of mosquito bites and this enchanting stone house on the outskirts of this quiet town – empty and up for sale. I unfortunately have no background information on who lived here prior or how old it may be but to any person whos preference it is to live in this dry Klein Karoo area, it would be a beautiful home to live in and restore with that ‘old world’ charm it radiates… Willowmore, Western Cape Province – South Africa Flickr Gallery http://www.flickr.com/photos/soulmyst/ P.S If you prefer to view this on imageKind do a search “soulmyst”
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Pa’ako Beach Makena Maui Hawai’i Kai Makani Ho’ohinuhinu Copyright © Sharon Mau 2009 / My images do not belong to the public domain. Reproduction is strictly prohibited. All rights reserved Listen to a beautiful mele by Keali’i Reichel and view a beautiful video Okala Island Moloka’i Hawai’i Why is the ocean blue? / There are several theories: Blue wavelengths are absorbed the least by the deep ocean water and are scattered and reflected back to the observer’s eye Particles in the water may help to reflect blue light The ocean reflects the blue sky Most of the time the ocean appears to be blue because this is the colour our eyes see. But the ocean can be many other colours depending upon particles in the water, the depth of the water, and the amount of skylight. The colours we see depend upon the reflection of the visible wavelengths of light to our eyes. Besides being pretty to look at, colours and the light they come from really do have the power to impact people in many ways. Along with the aesthetics of light and colour, there is real science behind each and every sight we see. Each flash or ray of light, each shade of colour that light makes visible, and each time our eyes receive the messages to see them, we are reminded of a special relationship — one that is often overlooked because we simply take seeing for granted. We miraculously experience a bright, vivid world because of the workings of our eyes, the wonders of light, and the brilliance of colour. The Franklin Institute provides a good explanation of how we see colour. Canon EOS Digital Rebel XTi
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Pa’ako Beach Makena Maui Hawai’i / Ano’i / Hawaiian translations: Beloved, the one desired Kai Makani Ho’ohinuhinu Copyright © Sharon Mau 2009 / My images do not belong to the public domain. Reproduction is strictly prohibited. All rights reserved Canon EOS Digital Rebel XTi
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