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This picture shows a close-up view of a green leaf illuminated from behind, highlighting its intricate network of veins. The light passing through emphasizes the delicate patterns and structure of the leaf, revealing a beautiful contrast between the bright, glowing lines of the veins and the darker green spaces in between.

The structured glow of a backlit leaf.
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This picture shows a narrow forest path going up some rough steps surrounded by lush green vegetation. Ferns and undergrowth line the trail, while sunlight filters through the trees above, casting gentle patches of light on the gravel path. Wooden railings, weathered but sturdy, lead the viewer’s eye deeper into the dense, peaceful forest beyond.

From a 360 panorama of a temperate rain forest near a local waterfall. This is looking up some steps, the full VR photo also show stairs going down. See the article and VR photo here: link.wholereality.net/IbStvN
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#photography #forest #360panorama #EastCoastKin

This image shows dried seed heads photographed against a black background. The main subject is a fluffy, golden-tan seed head with delicate, feathery filaments radiating outward in a spherical shape, similar to a dandelion clock. Next to it is a darker, more compact dried seed pod or flower head. The composition includes thin, bare stems extending diagonally across the frame, creating an artistic botanical still life that emphasizes the natural textures and forms of these dried plant materials.

Bashful and bold.
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This picture is a close-up macro shot of a green leaf covered in tiny water droplets. A single, larger droplet near the edge of the leaf stands out, glistening in the light and reflecting its surroundings. The shallow depth of field softly blurs the background, drawing focus to the intricate texture of the leaf and the sparkling clarity of the dew.

Standing out in the crowd. The leaves of a rose can be beautiful, too, although this really needs to be seen full-screen.
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#photography #closeup #EastCoastKin #plantphotography #bokeh #waterdrops

The white Dahlias are blooming in beautiful disarray.

Free spirited growth amongst the Dahlias 📷🕊️ …

This picture is a close-up of a backlit green leaf, showcasing its natural structure. The sunlight shining through highlights the parallel veins, creating vertical lines that give the leaf a sense of depth and texture. The vibrant green tones range from light to dark, emphasizing the leaf’s translucence and natural symmetry.

Green is a relaxing color.
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This picture shows a calm, reflective lake bordered by grassy shores and leafless trees under a clear blue sky. The water mirrors the trees and sky, adding a sense of tranquility. On the left, houses and parked vehicles are visible near evergreens, while the right side features open parkland with large bare trees casting soft shadows.

Chilling by the lake.
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This picture shows a cluster of withered, finely serrated leaves in shades of brown, gold, and faded red, hanging delicately from a branch. Their curled, fragile texture contrasts against the dark, blurred background, evoking a sense of autumn’s quiet decline and the passage of seasons.

Portraits of fall color.
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The image depicts a wooden boardwalk winding through a dense, lush green forest. If you follow the URL in the post, a new copy of the picture will appear. Click on it to go to the interactive panorama. Click and drag to look around. Use you mouse wheel to zoom. (Or tap and pinch on a phone or tablet.) When you're done looking around, go to the beginning view and click there. You will be taken back to the original photo. Compare the photo and panorama to see how they differ. How does each make you feel?

Part of a 360 panorama. Follow this link to see another copy of the photo: link.wholereality.net/B250909

Click that to see the interactive panorama and look around. Click the same spot again to return. More info in alt-text.
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#photography #forest #EastCoastKin #360photography #360panorama

This picture depicts a misty forest road, its cracked pavement covered in patches of moss and surrounded by dense, shadowy trees. The fog thickens in the distance, obscuring the path ahead and creating a moody, mysterious atmosphere that invites curiosity while evoking a sense of solitude and quiet.

Sometimes the road ahead isn't paved.
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This picture captures a tiny, delicate purple flower with five petals and a bright yellow center blooming among dry grass and stems. Despite its small size, the vivid color of the blossom stands out against the muted browns and greens of its surroundings, creating a striking contrast that highlights the beauty of resilience in nature.

Looking for something beautiful in the dry late-summer grass.
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This picture shows a vibrant cluster of golden-yellow desert flowers standing out against a dark background. The blossoms are dense and spiky, radiating warmth and energy, while the sturdy green stem with narrow leaves supports the bright crown. The contrast emphasizes the resilience and beauty of desert flora.

A desert flower in the afternoon sun.
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#closeup #plantphotography #flowerphotography #EastCoastKin #oregon #EasternOregon

Such bridges often have overall symmetry, giving clues in the walls and sides to help align. Also, I took multiple pictures and moved until I liked the result, then cropped carefully. I also take VR photos of such places, which also benefits from careful positioning.

Beautiful! Very evocative.

This image shows an upward view of a vaulted ceiling structure featuring exposed wooden beams painted white that form geometric patterns against a background of warm reddish-brown support elements. The architectural design creates a symmetrical diamond or cross pattern with the white structural elements contrasting beautifully against the brown beams. The sides show light-colored wooden planking, creating an impressive interior architectural detail typical of traditional or rustic building design, in this case, a covered bridge.

The symmetric angles of a covered bridge roof structure.
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#photography #EastCoastKin #BlueSkyArtShow #Angles #coveredbridges #Oregon

This image features a cluster of small yellow-orange flowers with intricate details, standing out sharply against a soft, blurred background of large green leaves. The delicate blossoms, some in bloom and others fading, create a vivid focal point with a warm, natural atmosphere.

There's beauty even in fading tree blossoms.
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This image shows a quiet, tree-lined pathway where large dark trunks arch overhead on the left, creating a natural tunnel. The ground is covered with a mix of green and brown grass, while dense evergreens stand to the right. Soft light filters through the distance, giving the scene a calm and slightly misty atmosphere.

Seasons changing on the way to school.
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Macro black and white daisy in full bloom after a downpour, still covered in raindrops. It reminded me that sometimes the things you actually need in life come with difficulty.

Essential Resilience
Sometimes the things we need in life come with difficulties.

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An intimate woodland scene, with summer greens starting to fade into faint autumn colours. Soft morning light catches dew delicately settled on many hanging webs.

A little corner of light from a morning walk the other day.

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This image shows a close-up of deep red, withered leaves, their veins and textures sharply defined against a dark green, blurred background. The rich color and intricate details highlight the beauty of decay, evoking the quiet transition of autumn.

A preview of coming attractions -- fall colors around the corner.
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#photography #closeup #naturephotography #texture #artphotography #beautyindecay #EastCoastKin #leaves #autumn

This image captures several dried teasel plants, their spiky, elongated seed heads surrounded by curved, thorny bracts. The golden-brown tones of the plants stand out against a dark, blurred background, giving them a sculptural, almost dancer-like quality as they reach and curve gracefully in different directions.

Dancing in the final days of summer.
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This image shows a rose in shades of pink and red, illuminated dramatically against a dark background. The petals, layered and slightly curled, catch the light in a way that highlights their texture and vibrant color, giving the flower a glowing, almost radiant presence.

Waking in the morning sun.
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This image shows a cluster of vibrant green leaves sharply in focus against a soft, dark background. The leaves display fine veins and a rich texture, with light illuminating their surfaces to reveal subtle variations in color, creating a sense of depth and freshness. Behind the central leaves are layers of more of the same, increasingly blurred and dark, fading into the background.

Depths of green in the summer sun.
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This image shows a cluster of bright green leaves with small purple flowers growing out of the narrow gap between stacked, rough gray stone blocks. The vivid greenery contrasts strongly with the textured gray wall, highlighting the resilience of the plant thriving in an unexpected place.

A little bit of life breaking through.
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This image shows a close-up of a cluster of small, intricate pink and white flowers. The blossoms have star-like petals with delicate crown-shaped centers, giving them a unique, sculptural appearance. Several unopened buds can be seen at the bottom, while the background is softly blurred in warm, dark tones, emphasizing the vivid detail of the flowers in the foreground.

Seen on a neighborhood walk.
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#plantphotography #flowerphotography #naturephotography #EastCoastKin