After many months of the land baking in extreme heat, the land being parched of all it’s moisture – every plant and animal is pushed to i…
After many months of the land baking in extreme heat, the land being parched of all it’s moisture – every plant and animal is pushed to it’s limits of existance in this volatile climatic region.But like all seasons, they slowly change and the first showers and storms begin to form – isolated and somewhat benign in nature at first. Though this soon changes as the build up season gets into full swing and the heat and humidity is at it’s peak. The thunderstorms become more frequent and sometimes more violent and often dumping very heavy rainfall in short periods with cooler refreshing outflow winds temporarily providing relief from the stiffling heat and humidity…though once the storm clears and the sun returns the added moisture at ground levels sends the humidity skyrocketing again. / Wetlands begin to become rejuvinated remarkebly quickly again as all plants and animals look to make the most of this high speed growing and breeding season before the dry returns. Before it does though is the all mighty wet season with daily downpours, winds and little sunshine… This leaves the vast wetlands of the top end once again in full splendour of the annual floods. Access becomes very limited but what a majestic sight it is. This dramatic climate dries as quickly as it explodes and once again the top end will experience many months of cloudless skies as the cycle continues. take a glance at my relevant photograph that inspired me writing this piece… / http://www.redbubble.com/mybubble/works/edit_image/22722
Wind The wind is a pervert, / Playfully tugging at girls skirts, / Reaching down peoples tops, / And in a frenzy whipping up the leaves / ...
Wind The wind is a pervert, / Playfully tugging at girls skirts, / Reaching down peoples tops, / And in a frenzy whipping up the leaves / Into a revolt, then sending them to mischief. / Then he stops, as if tired from playing, / Sulking like a disobedient dog when confronted. / The trees stop swaying and the leaves stop swirling, / And the world sighs with relief, / Then with an insolent smile he starts again. / He picks up exactly where he left off. / Hurling dirt, twigs and leaves at passers by. / Blowing raspberries from the heavens. / He invites his friends to join him, / To wreak havoc on the world, Thunder and Lightning. / Oh yes the wind is a pervert, / Toying with the skirts of passers by. / Then the worlds had enough. / He reaches out and hits the winds rear end, / Sending the wind running in terror followed by his friends. by Kirsten Brown
Well after that downpour today, some of our local house became waterfront properties! / I have submitted these images to the local paper …
Well after that downpour today, some of our local house became waterfront properties! / I have submitted these images to the local paper and am currently awaiting their reply…. All fingers crossed!
:) we are still surrounded by miles of red sand here..but this morning , it is wet red sand! last night there were showers, adding u…
:) we are still surrounded by miles of red sand here..but this morning , it is wet red sand! last night there were showers, adding up to just over 7 mm rain. Much needed, and ,hopefully it means there will be SOME green appearing soon :) ‘tis only a drop in the bucket, but it’s OUR drop, and valuable for all that. Rainwater tanks for drinking are now full again, and any small green things which sprang into life after the last little rain some weeks back, will now have something to keep them alive :)
Good morning all, Can hardly contain my excitement..(cartwheels all round ) My image Untitled has been selected as image of the w…
Good morning all, Can hardly contain my excitement..(cartwheels all round ) My image Untitled has been selected as image of the week for the primate group. Please go and visit Primate group. A wonderful group containing very talented and passionate people. I am honoured and proud as punch~! image of the week Check this out Regards, Sal
I wonder what photo opportunities are available right at this moment? Perhaps a close up of a puddle being pummelled by rain drops – the…
I wonder what photo opportunities are available right at this moment? Perhaps a close up of a puddle being pummelled by rain drops – the cliché black and white photo of a woman with a red umbrella (I ask you – how often do you see a woman with a red umbrella??)....a close-up of bright coloured gumboots......people dashing for shelter (black and white)......kids in rain coats ...with arms outstretched…..rain drops dripping off a branch on a tree.....with a blurred background of a church…...woollen gloved hands wrapped around a hot cup of coffee.........then I come back to reality after this little day dream and realise that I’m sitting at my desk at work – unable to capture any of these photos….so for now I’ll just keep on imagining….............
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Thank you so much, rainy and mobii!!
Over the year I have taken many images and one thing that learnt early on was not to take a picture from where everyone else would take i…
Over the year I have taken many images and one thing that learnt early on was not to take a picture from where everyone else would take it from, finding a different angle has become an obsession, I love to find a line of site that no one else will see unless they are as reckless as me. Climbing over rocks, getting into the river or sea, being on the last rock that you can get or just being there at a time when no one else will see that light is just magical. When others see the image, they may know where it is, but they don’t know how you got the image, “you must use a long lens to get that?” well, no, I’m using wide to standard lenses, I just to prefer to get close to the action, not close enough so the camera gets wet, but some times close enough so that i get wet just below the giggle band!, I just discovered some great walking shoe/aqua sandal, they are brilliant the brand is “Keen” just the ticket for wading through river, streams and across rocks in the ocean. I think the results speak for them selves, all the images shown a shoots were I got a little wet (and a lot wet!), love the new camera (Nikon D700) the eight frames a second come in handy with crashing wave thats gonna break were you are. Sorry, I missed the important bit, two years ago they told me that the found just a smidge of cancer in the bowel, had a big op, took an age to recover, things are great now and I have new lease of life and love every minuet of it, behind a long lens is not where its at, the viewer needs to be able to taste that wave, feel the spray on face and hear the crash of the waves on the rocks, thats being alive. Kia Ora from ken.
Fire and Water was…
Fire and Water was featured in California Sound today. I am so thrilled. Many thanks to Suze, Nancy and Kenny for this esteemed honor. Reflection under the Boardwalk was also featured today in The Beginners’ Corner. Many thanks to the hosts and moderators Angie, Atreju and Bill for this honor. Honolulu Yacht Club Marina was featured today in the Hawaii~Aloha Na’au Group. Many thanks to hosts and moderators Sharon and Karon for this esteemed honor.
Thought I’d get a bit wet and go into the heart of the city for a walk. Shots taken with a D mk3 and 70-200 f/2.8IS – blessed are those w…
Thought I’d get a bit wet and go into the heart of the city for a walk. Shots taken with a D mk3 and 70-200 f/2.8IS – blessed are those with rain proof gear. ( images are linked to larger versions for those with bandwidth issues ) 1. / 2. / 3. / 4. / 5. / 6. / 7. / 8. / 9. / / . / Tips for shooting in the rain: I’ve found that with an extra large large rain jacket i can sling my camera underneath and keep it dry as i walk around in the rain put your camera over your shoulder and then put your rain jacket over the top be careful of non weather proof camera gear – use it under shelter when you can and don’t risk trying to take it out in the rain when shooting wet tarmac or dark paving make sure you use a bit of exposure compensation (i suggest -2/3 of a stop ) don’t try to use an umbrella when shooting – you’ll need an extra hand and you can see what can happen from the above images if your camera bag isn’t waterproof then cut a plastic bag up to help to keep out most of the water dry out your bag and gear thoroughly when you get home – the foam protection in the bag will take a lot of drying
Hi : ), I’ll be online on and off over the next 24 hours or so… So anyone who wants to get online…and have a Christmas drink with me…
Hi : ), I’ll be online on and off over the next 24 hours or so… So anyone who wants to get online…and have a Christmas drink with me.. please come and visit : ). / Being a Cyber party the cyber drinks are all free…and we’re fully stocked..with all your favourite drinks! And….....there’s a free curtesy bus home!! : ) / OK I’m taking requests for the music now….. what shall we start with?? / Am I talking to myself again?? Oh well Wen…don’t worry darling…at least you’re assured of some stimulating conversation! LOL
Thank you Jake for the feature of this gorgeous animal! He sure has a great set of horns on him! !http://images-2.redbubble.net/img/ar…
Thank you Jake for the feature of this gorgeous animal! He sure has a great set of horns on him!
31-05-09 Wet! Wet! Wet! / !http://images-0.redbubble.net/img/art/m…
31-05-09 Wet! Wet! Wet! / / has been featured in the Former DPF Members Group. Many thanks indeed to the Hosts and to all who have supported this damp effort. GB / Dennis
Parrots Only / is Featuring Bath Time...
Parrots Only / is Featuring Bath Time / Thanks Very much to the Group for this feature /
Bathing Birds / Bath Time...
Bathing Birds / Bath Time / / Thanks to everyone that voted for the little fellow…appreciated
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“I Hope Someone Left A Towel Out For Me” Placed in the top ten in the “Bathing Birds Challenge” in the group “I Love Birds” Thanks to all who voted in this challenge!
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American Southwest / / mahalo hosts ….......you gotta love the beach…......
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“Too Wet For Trolls” is being featured in the group “The Amazing Orton Effect” Now if that wasn’t cool enough, I’m also a featured artist, in that group! WooooHooooo!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Many thanks to those who voted for my entry in this Challenge! Such a nice surprise to get into the Top Ten, and very much appreciated! ...
Many thanks to those who voted for my entry in this Challenge! Such a nice surprise to get into the Top Ten, and very much appreciated!
Wow! I’m still amazed at the honour..I can only say THANK YOU to the hosts of Point and Shooters and COUNTRY ROADS / around the World for…
Wow! I’m still amazed at the honour..I can only say THANK YOU to the hosts of Point and Shooters and COUNTRY ROADS / around the World for featuring my works, and another big THANKS to those who voted for my “That Wintry Feeling” and gave me the winning entry in the Country Roads Challenge. You have certainly made my day! “Shoot and Get Drenched”..featured in Point and Shooters / “Fireball Descending” ..featured in Point and Shooters / “Around The Bend” was featured in COUNTRY ROADS / around the World / “Over Hill and Dale” was featured in COUNTRY ROADS / around the World / “Touchdown!” was featured in COUNTRY ROADS / around the World / “That Wintry Feeling”, Winning Entry – COUNTRY ROADS CHALLENGE- “LET’S GO TO THE MOUNTAINS” /
My macro photograph “Fairy Dust” came 2nd in “The Woman Photographers Challenge” for tiny fairy lights…...awesome!!!!!!!!! !http://i…
My macro photograph “Fairy Dust” came 2nd in “The Woman Photographers Challenge” for tiny fairy lights…...awesome!!!!!!!!! A huge thankyou to everyone who voted for me! The winning entry had 36 votes!
A GREAT BIG THANK YOU to the person who purchased the image Drops Of Reality ! It was sold as a greeting card, printed on _quality …
A GREAT BIG THANK YOU to the person who purchased the image Drops Of Reality ! It was sold as a greeting card, printed on quality paper stock, by those creative Master Printers at RedBubble ! I appreciate it very much and hope it brings you enjoyment ! Warm Regards / Steve /
My image “Some Days are Diamonds” has generated a great response, including a few comments as I’ve seen on other images wondering how I c…
My image “Some Days are Diamonds” has generated a great response, including a few comments as I’ve seen on other images wondering how I created them so I figured I ‘d put together a journal about capturing images from the water! First of let’s have a look at the tools of the trade; I use a Canon G9 Powershot, not the flashest camera but it does the trick in the water. It lacks a bit of speed it is just over a second or so between pushing the button and the image being taken. It has been great for my photography, I get one shot per wave, no holding down the button and picking the best image later, timing is everything! I house the little machine in a Canon Water Housing attached to my wrist with an arm strap and my trusty pair of fins! Next getting out can be a bit of a challenge cause these big things often lurk just below the surface and they are really hard if you misjudge and get pounded onto then, fortunately I have avoided this so far! Once I’m out there I rely very heavily on the trusty fins to ensure that can get under waves, battle the currents and of course get out the way of surfboard quickly. I’ve only had a couple of close calls where I’ve lost these going under a wave, makes for a long swim in! Fitness plays a big part and you need to know you limits, the ocean commands respect and must be given respect in return. I don’t go out on days like this (although i would like to get fitter and give it a go!) I spend most of my time chasing this little man around out there helping him surf so we I manage to get wet most mornings of the week. This is Josh! Going under waves is always fun and creates some cool images, I love the way the air bubbles catch the light! Now there are a few hazards out there and you need to watch out for fins – they bite! However getting in nice and close does have its advantages, you can get some really great images! Now I hope that nothing with fins ever looks at me like this, although there was one day when I had a scare but I try not to think about that! At the end of day its a wonderful world out there and you can capture some fantastic images! Thanks for looking and I hope to bring you a whole heap more! Cheers, / Paul
So in time honoured tradition, what is the afternoon film…. NO! I AM SPARTACUS!!!!! ;)
So in time honoured tradition, what is the afternoon film…. NO! I AM SPARTACUS!!!!! ;)
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