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Mata da Serreta Forest Recreation Reserve is located in the parish of Serreta, was the first place on the island to have infrastructures for the leisure of the population. It is implanted in a forest mostly made up of eucalyptus, pines, arboreal ferns and metrosíderos, which provide a pleasant environment for the aroma of its essences.
In the photo, the symmetry of the stone table and seats is further emphasized by the trees in the background. Some have commented that the photo has a dreamlike and ethereal feeling about it
This fountain holds special significance for my wife, who could see it from her bedroom window, growing up on the island of Terceira. Terceira is one of nine volcanic islands in the Portuguese archipelago known as the Azores. The Azores (Açores) are located in the Macaronesia region of the North Atlantic Ocean about 1,400 km (870 miles) west of mainland Portugal.
It seems extraordinary to think that the statue pours water from its “flute” continuously, day and night, month after month and year after year. I am extremely pleased with how the photograph turned out. The angle and composition not only capture the fountain and pool but also the ornate church on the right and a number of surrounding trees, including the beautiful palm tree behind the fountain. While there is so much in the image, it somehow does not feel cluttered. Similar to the Campanile (bells) photograph, this image lends itself exceptionally well to being a canvas print.
This is by far one of my most popular and personally satisfying pieces.
I took several photographs inside the bell tower from various angles. This shot, however, captured the two bells in an especially pleasing composition. The photograph not only showcases the impressive bells but also the rugged bell frame.
The structural beam on the left and the window arches on the right frame the bells beautifully, standing like two guards that won’t let your eyes leave the canvas. I find myself stopping in my home often just to stare at the image—one I never seem to tire of. The ruggedness of this piece makes it especially well-suited to being printed on canvas.
his tugboat was built in LaSalle, ON by Dean Construction in 1980 as their own Annie M. Dean. She is a “Twin Screw” Tugboat. Is 50′ in length and has 760 Bhp. Port of Registry is Windsor, ON
A twin-screw tugboat uses two propellers and two engines, offering enhanced power, reliability (redundancy), and superior maneuverability (like spinning in place) compared to single-screw tugs, making them versatile for harbor duties, ship-assist, and long-distance towing.
I was very pleased with the way this photo turned out.
I like the yellow pipe contrasting with the dark hull while also creating a strong visual, heading toward the horizon.
One might wonder if I dropped the dramatic sky in the shot after the fact, but that is indeed the sky in the original photo. I just played around with the contrast.
This image captures a traditional rural landscape that can be found in virtually any of the nine volcanic islands of the Azores Archipelago. This specific image is from the Island of Terceira. The narrow walled road shown leads up a steep hill towards a small chapel named “Ermida da Maria Vieira”.
Much of the landscape on Terceira is characterized by rolling green hills and small plots of land lined with walls made from local dark volcanic lava rocks (basalt). This unique use of volcanic rock is a defining feature of the Azorean rural landscape, reflecting a deep adaptation to the islands’ geology. The walls serve several purposes that include shielding crops (especially vines) from harsh Atlantic winds and sea spray; microclimate creation, as the dark rock absorbs daytime heat and releases it at night, aiding grape ripening and finally of course, land management, dividing fields and plots, utilizing the abundant local stone.
In this photograph, the walled road serves as a visual “leading line” that directs the viewer’s eye to the focal point, which in this case is the small chapel. When determining how to compose the photo, I chose to deviate from the commonly used “rule of thirds” and, instead, place the chapel centrally in the frame, which I believe creates a stronger composition. Furthermore, I deliberated for some time on how close to zoom in on the chapel by cropping the image. While zooming in would obviously provide greater detail of the chapel, much of the landscape would be lost, which in this case seemed too great a sacrifice.
Engine 86 was manufactured by the Canadian Locomotive Company in 1910. After 48 years of service with the Grand Trunk Railway and the Canadian National Railway, it was donated to the city in 1958.When donated, it was necessary to move the engine one mile from the CNR shops to Queen’s Park. This was achieved by using 60-foot sections of rail, which were moved from the rear to the front as the locomotive was pulled along with a winch. It took four days to reach its destination.
I felt it was serendipitious timing to take photo when I did. The person to the left not only provides scale but creaties an interesting disconnect, seemly oblivious to the engine which otherwise would demand ones attention.
This image is a photograph of a man with a pair of Ramo Grande cattle (oxen) in the Azores. The Ramo Grande is an indigenous Portuguese cattle breed from the Azores islands. The breed is known for its reddish-brown coat and large horns. These cattle are traditionally used for agricultural work, such as pulling carts, as seen in the image. The man is holding a goad, a traditional tool used to guide the oxen.
This photo was taken during a “Bodo de Leite” (Portuguese for “Milk Offering” or “Blessing of the Cows”). Bodo de Leite is a vibrant Azorean-Portuguese cultural tradition featuring colourful parades with decorated cows/oxen, floats, bands, and traditional costumes, celebrating faith (Holy Ghost Feast) and heritage, especially linked to rural life and agriculture.
While observing the procession, I was fortunate to have the cattleman and oxen stop just across from us. After reviewing the photo(s), I was extremely pleased with the man’s natural stance with the goad, the traditional wall and home behind him, and the hard shadows cast on the road, which add a certain “weight” to the photo.
Globe Sculpture Garden Circle– Niagara Falls Botanical Gardens, Ontario, Canada
The image shows the town of Amalfi, the namesake of the renowned Amalfi Coast in Italy. The Amalfi Coast is a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its charming historical towns built into sheer cliffs overlooking the sea. The area is famous for producing the lemons used to make limoncello liqueur.
The town of Amalfi is a busy hub, with tour buses often lining the parking lots near the harbor as seen in the image. The only land route along the coast is the 40-kilometre-long Strada Statale 163, known as the Amalfi Drive.
This photograph was taken from a ferry that we used daily to visit various towns along the Amalfi Coast. The building structures on the left and the mountain rocks on the right work together to lead the viewer’s eye to the center of the photograph. While the colours of the buildings were initially more vibrant, I chose to tone them down as I felt the image looked too much like a postcard otherwise.
