A bit difficult finding photos for hostess Donna's
challenge this month, due mainly to not having a lot
available instantly here on my laptop since I cleaned up
iPhoto, and no time to get outside and shoot new ones.
iPhoto, and no time to get outside and shoot new ones.
Excuses, excuses, sorry!
June 2012. This one I really like of my husband resting in
the afternoon shadows at Ruckomechi safari camp in Zimbabwe,
after the morning game drive.
The beautiful handcrafted fence, surrounding a small
infinity swimming pool, created a pattern of crisp
shadows and, although there were comfy rattan chaises,
Bob chose the swinging hammock to catch forty winks.
Taken with my CANON EOS7D - TAMRON 18-270 Lens.
Tweaked with a little post-editing in iPhoto to sharpen
the shadows.
November 2011. Oh yes, they're back!
My favorite birds of all, the awesome penguins.
These are King penguins viewed close up while
ashore on Australia's Macquarie Island
in the sub-Antarctic.
Photo above I love. A sleek pair paddling just offshore
in the icy waters, their wet feathers gleaming in the
sunshine, and the shadow of the rear bird on the one in front.
No editing done on this photo.
Another fully-molted, sleek King strutting the pristine beach.
Changed to b/w, and sharpened a bit for more impact
of the brightness of the waterline and his chest feathers,
and the beautiful black shadow from toes to tip of beak.
Guess what, he had a shadowy walking partner too - go here
to see them together leaving their prints in the sand - last
pic in that post.
Go here if you want to view more penguins and their
shadow pics from that wonderful trip - and
read some very interesting penguin facts.
Penguin photos taken with my old trusty OLYMPUS SP-59OUZ,
set on Beach and Snow Scene most likely.
Do visit Donna's Personal Photo Challenge blog
today - sure to be some beautiful shadows and light photos
from the great group of monthly participants.
You can join us too - make it a New Year's resolution
to work on your photo skills - Donna is a most generous
and patient teacher.
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Love these photos Mary! The one of Bob in the fence shadow is interesting and the penguins are so cute. Great choices!
ReplyDeleteJust delightful. I enjoyed seeing the penguins...you're right! Who doesn't love a penguin? Your hubby is a fine looking fellow, too. That is a delightfully constructed fence. How interesting it would be in a garden.
ReplyDeleteThe photo of your husband with the lattice shadowing is really neat. The penguins are cute and I visited both of the links thanks, had no idea they moult.
ReplyDeleteThank you for your sweet compliments about helping folks out with their photography, and also for the photo challenge plug! The shadow patterns on your hubby are wild! That was a great choice from your journey photos. And who doesn't love penguins?! I know that I do, and those shadows add to the interest of the subject matter. These are wonderful, Miz Mary!
ReplyDeleteMary that one of your husband is pure fun, but how stunning is the second one of the shadow of a penguin reflected in his mate beside him. What a great catch!
ReplyDeleteI love these pictures Mary. The one of Bob, reminds me of zebra prints....appropriate for Africa!
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Penny
I like that last photo of the penguin best. That composition that includes the whole shadow is what I was hoping to shoot for this challenge -- just swap the penguin out for my daughter. But she moves way too fast.
ReplyDeleteOh my! The first photo is fabulous....so many interesting shadows! You wonder if you'll wake up with an odd suntan! Love your King penguins too. What unusual animals and wonderful photos, perfect for the challenge! Enjoy your weekend!
ReplyDeleteNow these are fun shadow photos, Mary. Shadow Play at its best.
ReplyDeleteThese are great choices, Mary. Bob looks comfy in all the shadows of that fence. The mottled shade almost acts like camouflage. And the penguins - so wonderful. The last photo with the stark shadow on the beach and his shadowed companion is really striking. Hope you are feeling better.
ReplyDeleteMary, I love that first shot, he is completely camouflaged! The texture is amazing!!
ReplyDeleteThe last shot is my favorite...besides the shadow, I love the textures and the black and white really enhances this, I think.
ReplyDeleteOh wonderful photos - I'm so impressed with the penguin photos - I had to go and check all of them out. You've traveled to some fabulous places.
ReplyDeleteLove the first and last one. All of these are really nice. Great job!
ReplyDeleteOh those gorgeous penguins - fabulous subjects for this challenge.
ReplyDeleteTheir sweet little bodies cast such beautiful shadows.
Hope you're feeling a little better dear Mary - R & R for you this weekend no gadding about!
Hugs
Shane XOX
What fun pictures to study!
ReplyDeleteHi Mary, great photographs, Love the shadows over your hubby and the penguins are cute. have a good weekend, Jackie in Surrey, UK.x
ReplyDeleteOh, I LOVE those penguins!
ReplyDeleteVery interesting shot of your husband on the hammock. Gives the shot vibrant texture that I love.
ReplyDeleteGlorious shots!!!!
ReplyDeleteI like your photos very much, Mary, especially the one of your husband, hiding in the shadows.
ReplyDeleteLove your shadowy pics!
ReplyDeleteHope you are feeling back to normal.
xoxo
Marilyn
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The "no edits done on photo" quote says it All...Fabulous shots! And didn't edit the one of the penguins? I would do anything to be able to take shots like these...beautiful...
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Your photos are always great, and Bob looks like he is enjoying his time! Hugs to you both!
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