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The Sophia, in Jewish mysticism, was the personification of the female counterpart to god. She epitomized wisdom, and was looked upon as a deity that was elusive but could be searched out and found. The name Sophia itself is Greek and means wisdom, being the root in such words as philoSOPHY, SOPHIST, etc. Later religious groups, like some early christian sects, debased her as a heretical figure- her wisdom being superficial and of a false kind. / I personally like the idea of a female godhead, and in this enlightened age I thought it well to represent her in my own style and art. I looked to other female goddess roles for inspiration- Demeter, Minerva, Diana, etc. There seems to be an overwhelming degree of identification with the most popular- and powerful- female deities with the earth, with life, and with death. Of course in the real world woman do carry much of this burden- or blessing, however you look at it- like childbirth, and the stereotypical nurturing roles, etc. Men like myself are able to be brats and run off from our duties with family and home and life, pursuing silly things like war and death and the ‘sporting’ lifestyle. / The Sophia in this painting resides at her place in the cosmos- at once beautiful, stoic, matriarchal and proud. Flower petals symbolizing life fall from her fingertips, but there is brevity in this gift. The skull at her feet is death and the inevitable end of life, yet the skull remains after all else has decomposed; a permanence to this cycle. Accepting this truth and understanding it’s beauty can be enlightening and a release. Original painting was completed in watercolor, gouache, and some acrylic on Crescent illustration board, circa 2007.
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Every now and then I like to “step outside” my boundary of usual subject matter and do something really different. This is one of those images. Captured outside the town of Central City, Colorado, I happened by this scene by luck, along with the other 2 cemeteries close by it. Long closed, these are the real deal “wild west’ cemeteries, long forgotten, long not seen. Looking like a scene out of the movie “Pale Rider”.....I had to photograph it. The ruts in the ground were still visible from where the old wagons used to carry the bodies up from the town. Quite an amazing place…. / Thoughts welcomed! —-John —-—-—-—-—-—-— / More of my work can be seen on my website at http://jdebordphoto.com / All artwork is © John De Bord, All Rights Reserved. You may not use, replicate, manipulate, redistribute, or modify this image without my express consent.
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Stormy Church – Thank you to RichieDean who helped me with the sky on this and a few other bits and pieces – You are great Richie! /
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© Copyright 2008 Rosina Lamberti , All Rights Reserved Pantheon,is a building in Rome which was originally built as a temple to “all the gods” of Ancient Rome. perhaps the best preserved building of its age in the world.Since the 7th century, the Pantheon has been used as a Christian church The Pantheon is currently the oldest standing domed structure in Rome. / The only natural light enters through an unglazed oculus at the center of the dome and through the bronze doors to the portico. As the sun moves, striking patterns of light illuminate the walls and floors of porphyry, granite and yellow marbles. / Built around 118 to 126 on a timeline that makes the Pantheon, Rome being built after the Roman Colossem Portra 160VC colour negative film / 1 of 2 negatives taken / ISO 100 / 1/200 / f11 / canon slr 2 – 20×30”matted framed Prints / 23 – 10×8” Matted Prints / clients / framed print on redbubble Music from Venice / / Venezia / / venezia II / / Treviso,Italia / / l’arc de triumphe,Treviso / / Treviso,Italia / Music from Venice / / Venezia / / venezia II / / Treviso,Italia / / l’arc de triumphe,Treviso / / Treviso,Italia / Music from Venice / / Venezia / / venezia II / / Treviso,Italia / / l’arc de triumphe,Treviso / / Treviso,Italia /
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[Taken in Natural light] [As is] Inspired by the plight of extreme poor and sick children in rural and remote villages in Africa, I have dedicated my Life to helping as many as I can. “Together we can and are making a real difference”. Taken in Tunga/Zuga Village, deep in Kebbe state, Nigeria. Carla Is HIV positive. Since this Photo was taken in December 2007, Carla has improved, with our help. Sadly her mother died in February 2008. Now her Aunt cares for her.Many Children face hardship and in some cases are isolated from care and love within their community. ALL MONEY RAISED FROM SALE OF MY ART, AND DONATIONS MADE VIA OUR CHARITY WEBSITE, GOES TO HELP THESE PRECIOUS CHILDREN. WE TAKE NOTHING OUT OF WHAT YOU GIVE TOWARDS CHARITY OVERHEADS. WE ARE NOT SALARIED AND COVER OUR OWN TRAVEL EXPENSES. SO ALL THAT YOU GIVE GOES TO THESE CHILDREN To make a donation, or find out more, Please visit our Charity Mission website: http://www.philadelphia33.org/ British Charity Commission [Reg No: 1049410] PLEASE VISIT MY NEW PRO WEBSITE:http://www.missionary.smugmug.com/ Camera: Canon EOS 400D. / Lens: Sigma 50-500 Telephoto.. / ISO 200. / WB: Auto. _ / Hi, I’m Trevor Irwin, a Missionary to neglected, poverty-stricken, malnourished, sick and dying people in desert central Africa. / I formed and run thePhiladelphia Charity Mission, / which is a Registered Charity monitored by The British Charity Commission. [Reg No: 1049410]. / We do not discriminate for any reasons, not creed, nor color, nor financial standing, nor political, nor tribal standing. / While we serve anyone in need, I myself am a Christian missionary, and these villagers are my sheep. Many miracles have happened in the name of Jesus, and many have come to trust in our Lord Jesus Christ! / Philadelphia Charity Mission:http://www.philadelphia33.org British Charity Commission [Reg No: 1049410]
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Angled shot taken inside the Anglican Cathedral in Liverpool. Really enjoy finding new angles and views within this building and its a great place to practice my photography. / . / Spent a lot of time with the position and cropping of this image to produce the desired look. / . / Your comments always help. / . / ste / . / Location: The Lady Chapel / . / The first part of the Cathedral to be completed and consecrated for worship was the Lady Chapel. The style of this lovely Chapel, which stands at the far south east corner of the Cathedral, is more elaborate than the main body of the Cathedral in a way which reflects its date and the influence of G F Bodley who was, at that time, working with the Cathedral architect.
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I know some of you may have seen this before… I’m not claiming to have created the idea… but I do like it, and wanted it on a shirt. I looked around on here, didn’t find one like this yet, so I thought I’d put one up. This shirt, as the title suggests, says “Coexist” using various religious and other symbols, including the male and female symbol. The meaning behind it all is to suggest that we simply all get along, and don’t let our differences get between us.
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HDR processed with Photomatix – 3 exp. Images copyright ©Kimberly Palmer. / Copying, displaying, manipulating or redistribution of any image from this portfolio without permission from the artist is strictly prohibited
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Whether you are new or old to the homeschooling world make your statement as an inclusive homeschooler…really inclusive.
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HDR processed with Photomatix – 3 exp. I shot this in Carmel California, at an old Mission we toured
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This is a re-do of an older piece. This like the original is painted on an old recycled formica top table top. They are heavy but make a dramatic canvas and background. I have maybe twenty more on tables out there in the world. The size of this is roughly 6’x3’, the original is more like 8’ wide. Sam Dantone
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I added some drama.. but I do so love the Russian Orthodox Churches in the city.. this one is off Gary Street.
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/>I am a missionary born in Northern Ireland and living in London for the past 23 years. This photograph of Angelena was taken while at a Church service in, Nigeria. This was the first time i met her. She was sitting at the back of the church against the wall on a seat all alone. I used full zoom and took over 50 photographs of her. This is the only one that came out good. this was not a planned pose and I caught her like this without her knowing. she was quite a distance from me. I was sitting on the platform waiting to be called to speak. This young Girl inspired me so much. Her young life is an inspiration to me of how faith and hope can carry us through difficult times. 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 ,donated art, and donations made via Philadelphia Mission Charity website, goes to help extreme poor in Isolated and Rural villages in Africa. We take noting out of your donations. Please visit my Charity website: / http://www.philadelphia33.org/ See all my art and video at: / http://www.missionary.smugmug.com/ Canon: EOS 400D Lens: Canon Canon 70-300 zoom. ISO 200. Speed 1/400sec. WB Daytime Mode. F8. AS IS
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Captured at The Vatican City in Rome, Italy. / / Art Folders… / / Entire Portfolio / Born From This Earth – Series / Hearts At War / Vehicular works / Architecture / Travel / B&W Photography / Transitional Industrial Utopian Series / Abstract / Models and Fashion Photography
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The Eastern Orthodox cross (also known as the Byzantine cross) can be considered a modified version of the Patriarchal cross. / One tradition holds that the slanted bar represents the repentant thief and the unrepentant thief that were crucified with Christ, the one to Jesus’ right hand repenting and rising to be with God, and one on his left falling to Hell and separation from God. In this manner it also reminds the viewer of the Last Judgement.
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Acrylic on canvas. For anyone who is struggling today as I am…God, help us to persevere. This is my prayer today. Hebrews 10:35-39 So do not throw away your confidence; it will be richly rewarded. You need to persevere so that when you have done the will of God, you will receive what he has promised. For in just a very little while, “He who is coming will come and will not delay. But my righteous one will live by faith. And if he shrinks back, I will not be pleased with him.” But we are not of those who shrink back and are destroyed, but of those who believe and are saved. Hebrews Chapter 10
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Photomanipulation MJRANUM stock.deviantart.com/ /
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featured in Abstract Digital Art & Writing 11-07-2009 / featured in Dimensions 11-06-2009 Lord Ganesh, remover of obstacles… Be Better / Be Bright / Be Beauty / Be Balanced / Be Brave / Be Brilliant / Be Bubbled / Be Blessed / 90% Incendia 10% Apophysis
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Textured abstract. Oil on masonite board. “In my Father’s House, there are many mansions; if it were not so, I would have told you. I am going there to prepare a place for you.” John 14:2
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I decided to turn a few of the pics I had published (see here) into pieces for the folio. This is the rear view of Notre Dame, Paris, capital of France. This cathedral resembles a neo gothic castle from this view. I wanted to give this one a historic look, but it has taken on a more fairy tale appearance. I love it when the piece takes over and creates itself! Featured in Cityscapes & City Skylines / Featured in First Things / Featured in Budget Photography Top Entry in Favourite Piece Challenge / Top 10 in Places Used For Worship Challenge 30+ Favourites Textures from www.deviantart.com free use stock. Colour altering, hue changes, desaturating and colour level adustment allowed for the colours in this. Canon SX100IS MCN: CVQ4W-C3DVJ-QD54B More Europe work:
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This is a 28 frame panorama of the Choir at Canterbury Cathedral, Kent, England. It is an HDR image which involved bracketing each frame +2,0,+2 EV’s making 84 images to process. The final image is 43 inches wide x 34 inches high at 240 ppi. Canon 400D, Canon EF-S 17-85mm IS USM lens at 17mm, ISO100, f8. Tripod used with a Nodal Ninja NN3 MK II Panoramic VR Tripod Head Kit, Processed in Photomatix Pro 3.2.6, stitched in Autopano Pro and finished in CS4. PLEASE VIEW LARGER Canterbury Cathedral is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and has an incredible history:- Canterbury Cathedral in Canterbury, Kent, is one of the oldest and most famous Christian structures in England and forms part of a World Heritage Site. It is the cathedral of the Archbishop of Canterbury, leader of the Church of England and symbolic leader of the worldwide Anglican Communion. Its formal title is the Cathedral and Metropolitical Church of Christ at Canterbury. / Following a disastrous fire of 1174 which destroyed the entire eastern end, William of Sens rebuilt the choir with an important early example of the Early English Gothic design, including high pointed arches, flying buttresses, and rib vaulting. (Source: Wikipedia) : CWML1-JKMK9-9CCP1
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