Contributions of the group Sepia Color

Firenze, Borgo de' Greci

nobody@ipernity.com (photosofghosts) — Sat, 04 Sep 2021 16:43:48 +0000

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Forst

nobody@ipernity.com (Joachim Moog) — Sun, 06 Sep 2020 10:17:37 +0000

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The Resurrection

nobody@ipernity.com (Valfal) — Sat, 11 Apr 2020 18:50:30 +0000

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Saturday Self-Challenge: Since it is Easter this Sunday, take a photo of anything Easter related, or the Spring season.

Easter is my favorite holiday because it commemorates the Resurrection of Jesus Christ, but also the renewal of nature after a long cold winter.

Have a wonderful Easter holiday and Spring Solstice, everyone! Huggs to Pam!

Joyce a Trieste

nobody@ipernity.com (photosofghosts) — Fri, 21 Sep 2018 07:29:20 +0000

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HFF !!!

La cariole

nobody@ipernity.com (Josiane Dirickx) — Wed, 29 Jul 2020 18:06:34 +0000

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Merci pour vos visites et commentaires très gentils et toujours très appréciés.
Amitiés, Josiane

Le Douro

nobody@ipernity.com (Josiane Dirickx) — Tue, 10 Dec 2019 18:16:39 +0000

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Le Douro est le grand fleuve du nord du Portugal
Au Portugal, le Douro a creusé au fil des siècles cette vallée, classée au patrimoine mondial de l’UNESCO depuis 2001
Né en Espagne, le Douro Long de 913 km y prend sa source à 2160 mètres d’altitude dans la sierra de Urbion, puis traverse le Portugal d’est en ouest jusqu’à Porto où il se jette dans l’Atlantique. La partie portugaise du fleuve Douro s’étend sur près de 240 km

Merci pour vos visites et gentils commentaires toujours très appréciés ! amitiés, Josiane

Three Red Leaves

nobody@ipernity.com (Valfal) — Sat, 18 May 2019 05:22:45 +0000

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Saturday Self-Challenge: Selective Color

The Japanese maple in front of my house made for a convenient subject!

Have a good weekend, everyone!

HFF & HNW

nobody@ipernity.com (Karin G.) — Fri, 23 Nov 2018 06:25:01 +0000

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My Living Room in a Crystal Ball

nobody@ipernity.com (Valfal) — Sat, 28 Apr 2018 03:54:01 +0000

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Saturday Self-Challenge: Circle(s)

Since this challenge was about anything circular, I thought it would be a great time to buy one of these glass balls and photograph pictures with it. It's a bit more challenging than I thought it would be. I will be having a lot of fun with this new toy! Two other photos are in the notes.

Lost in Laundry

nobody@ipernity.com (Berny) — Fri, 06 Feb 2009 23:35:31 +0000

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Passage en temps

nobody@ipernity.com (Adriana Grecu) — Tue, 06 Nov 2018 08:07:18 +0000

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À Nîmes, un seul monument de spectacle antique peut encore être admiré. Il s’agit de l’amphithéâtre, aujourd’hui appelé « les Arènes », qui est l’un des mieux conservés du monde romain et de France. On peut également admirer la très expressive et populaire statue en bronze du matador Nimeño II, gravement blessé dans les arènes d'Arles en 1989.

Comme un retour en arrière

nobody@ipernity.com (Josiane Dirickx) — Wed, 18 Apr 2018 19:06:53 +0000

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Pernes les Fontaines au cœur du Vaucluse en Provence

Bonjour Madame,

Que puis- je faire pour vous aider ?
Je voudrais acheter un joli tablier,
Dites- moi quel modèle vous souhaiteriez ?
Avec une bavette, pour protéger mon chemisier !
Je vais voir ce que je peux vous trouver,
Avez- vous un coloris préféré ?
Pas spécialement mais je voudrais juste qu'il soit coloré !
Voilà, je crois avoir ce que vous cherchez,
Il est jaune avec un ravissant dessin quadrillé,
Oh ! il est très beau, je vais vous l'acheter.
C'est gentil, je vais vous l'emballer.

Au revoir et merci Madame.

Josiane

An Iconic HFF

nobody@ipernity.com (Valfal) — Fri, 03 Nov 2017 00:36:24 +0000

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An image I took a couple years ago of the Brooklyn Bridge while we were riding back from a car show that was held on Governor's Island. It was the first photo I ever took of this famous structure.

HFF and a great weekend to you!

~Best seen enlarged on black~

Thank you all so very much for your kind comments and faves, they are most appreciated!

It's Like Thunder ...

nobody@ipernity.com (autofantasia) — Sun, 17 Sep 2017 12:27:28 +0000

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For this week's Sunday Challenge which had the very interesting theme of repeating patterns or items.

When it came to getting some suitable shots I decided to go to Sam Turner's in Northallerton and have a wander around their yard to look for likely subjects. Sammy's, as it's fondly referred to by locals, offers a wide range of clothing, footwear, garden products, equestrian and farm supplies to both farmers and the general public alike.

And as I suspected there were lots of interesting things to photograph, so much so that I spent about an hour wandering around and best of all not once did someone come up and say "what are you doing" - lol!

Anyway, the shot I've decided to go with shows sections of ready made rounded timber Palisade fencing, often referred to as picket fencing, which was piled up ready for sale.

Also for another of the best groups on ipernity, Sight and Sound ... it just had to be Amii Stewart with "Knock On Wood" - enjoy:

Official Video

Live Midnight Special 1979

French TV

And just in case anyone is wondering if the lady still has it, check out this live performance from just a couple of years ago:

Live in Ragusa 2015

Rifrazioni

nobody@ipernity.com (photosofghosts) — Sun, 16 Jul 2017 20:06:10 +0000

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Barque...

nobody@ipernity.com (Askyr.photo) — Tue, 05 Sep 2017 20:52:35 +0000

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Living through History

nobody@ipernity.com (Valfal) — Sat, 21 Jan 2017 03:22:10 +0000

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Saturday Self-Challenge: History

I always knew that my father-in-law Guy was a WWII veteran. What I didn't realize until after he died was that he participated in a piece of important American History: the Battle of Luzon, which took place on the northern end of the Philippine Islands. The battle resulted in a win for the Allied forces and the liberation of the Philippines. We all knew where he fought during WWII, but did not realize what he and his division accomplished over there. After Pop died, the family went through his belongings and found this letter he had written to his family in Connecticut, USA (we received a xerox copy). It is a first hand account of his time spent in Luzon. I will let the letter, written on September 8, 1945, speak for itself. It is abridged for the sake of time and space:

Dear Mom and Helen,

...I'm still on Northern Luzon in the Cagayan valley, but I don't think I'll be here very long. According to the latest rumors around here the 37th Division may be going to Japan for occupation duty... This division is on sort of a rest now, after travelling practically all over this island since we landed here...

...Just as a little review for you, I landed here on "D-Day" (January 9th). From Lingayen Gulf we were the spearhead in the drive for Manila. When I entered Manila most of the city was burning - the Japs of course were acting like a bunch of maniacs. The whole city was lit up so bright that it was almost like daylight. That same night the Americans (and many other nationalities) who were held prisoners by the Japs for three years were rescued and I helped some of them get to the quarters we prepared for them. You can't imagine what a pitiful condition those people were in! About one third of them couldn't walk by themselves and the rest were in pretty bad condition, too. I talked to quite a few guys who fought on Bataan and Corregidor in 1941-42 and boy they really had some stories to tell about the Japs. Some of them were on the "Death March" that you've probably read about in the papers. When I saw those guys I understood a lot better why we were fighting this war.

After the battle for Manila was over we had about a month rest and then were in the Battle for Baguio. That was very mountainous country. After Baguio, we came up through the Cagayan Valley and when we met the paratroopers from the north the fighting was almost over.

It's really been quite an experience, although it was a lot of hard work, too. There were times when I thought my number was up but I came through without a scratch. I guess I can thank the good Lord for that. It sure feels good to know that it's all over now.

Most of the time I've been on this Island I've been the personal Radio Operator for the Commanding General of this division, Major General Robert S. Beightler. Every time I went out with him he went up to the front lines to see what was going on and so we got into some pretty hot spots at times.

At the present time I'm not operating anymore. I'm the Radio section Repair man now, and I like the job.

A few days ago I was present at the surrender ceremonies of all Japanese forces on Northern Luzon which was held here at Division Headquarters. It sure did my heart good to see a Jap general sign the surrender papers. The biggest thrill of it all though was at the end of the ceremonies when our Band played the Star Spangled Banner and we all had to stand at attention and salute the flag (including the Japs). That was the biggest thrill I've had since I've been in the army. Those Japs didn't act so tough that day!...

...Well I guess I've said enough for now so I'll close, Hoping to be back with you soon.

Love always,
Guido

For further information on the Battle of Luzon:
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battle_of_Luzon

For more information on my father-in-law's division, the 37th Infantry Division:
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/37th_Infantry_Division_(United_States)

chi era costui ?

nobody@ipernity.com (Nora Caracci) — Thu, 12 Mar 2015 17:03:41 +0000

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da papà Raoul (painted by my father)

Baldassarre Castiglione - prendendo spunto dal dipinto di Raffaello
china e acquarello su cartoncino - anni '30

Raoul Caracci

Do not use any of my images on websites, blogs or other media without my explicit written permission.
All rights reserved - Copyright © Nora Caracci

Old Doll From Old Times

nobody@ipernity.com (Valfal) — Sat, 04 Mar 2017 01:58:09 +0000

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Saturday Self-Challenge: Vintage/Retro - take a new photo of your choice and make it look like it's from an earlier era.

I had several different options for a subject to decide on in this challenge; old teddy bears, old toys, even an old car. I picked this doll just because she looks so photogenic.

I have always had a fascination with antique bisque head dolls that were made during the late 1800s and early 1900s, and I have several in my collection. I recently found this very pretty doll in one of our local antique shops and could not leave without taking her home with me. She still needs a name. ;-)

I took the photo in full sunlight, then changed it to sepia and used a program to achieve the scratched up look.

La vieille cabane

nobody@ipernity.com (Josiane Dirickx) — Sat, 18 Jun 2016 17:26:28 +0000

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Hôtel 5 ***** garantie grand confort

Merci pour vos visites et commentaires amitiés Josiane