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bilbao after dark series #2: pup

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A vertical photograph of a massive dog-shaped sculpture, a living topiary made of green flowers and foliage, standing in front of the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao at night. The sculpture, known as 'Puppy,' is an iconic landmark, and its presence adds a playful, whimsical touch to the post, which is titled 'pup'.

waist

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A vertical, abstract photograph of the curving, titanium facade of the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, Spain. The shiny, metallic tiles of the building's architecture form an elegant S-curve against a perfectly clear blue sky. The image’s focus on the museum's fluid shape and structure reflects the post's title, 'waist.'

trio

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reach

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A photograph of the intricate ceiling of the nave of the Sagrada Família in Barcelona, designed by Antoni Gaudí. The ceiling is supported by columns that branch out like trees, with star-shaped patterns and lights illuminating the vault. The image captures the immense height and the upward 'reach' of the architecture, which reflects the post's title.

mourn

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A close-up photograph of the stone sculpture 'The Weeping St. Peter' by Josep Maria Subirachs, on the Passion Façade of the Sagrada Família in Barcelona, Spain. The sculpture captures the raw emotion of a figure with his head in his hand, a posture of grief and regret that is perfectly reflected in the post's title, 'mourn'.

betray

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A photograph of the stone sculpture 'The Kiss of Judas' by Josep Maria Subirachs, on the Passion Façade of the Sagrada Família in Barcelona, Spain. The sculpture depicts Jesus and Judas in a moment of betrayal, with a famous magic square in the background whose numbers always add up to 33.

uncommon times series no. 5 — ochre pits leaching after noon

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A photograph of the Ochre Pits in Australia, featuring a detailed view of a layered cliff face. The rock is a tapestry of vibrant, naturally occurring ochre, with prominent bands of yellow, deep orange, and earthy red. Vertical streaks of color run down the face, suggesting the 'leaching' process mentioned in the title. The top of the formation is capped with a few small trees and dry grasses, all set against a clear, brilliant blue sky. The afternoon light sharply defines the rich textures and colors of the mineral deposits.

uncommon times series no. 4 — serpentine gorge under noon flare

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A photograph taken within Serpentine Gorge under bright noon sunlight. Towering, reddish rock faces form the steep sides of the gorge, partially shaded in areas. A mature gum tree with a light-colored trunk and dense green foliage dominates the foreground, reaching upwards towards the strong sunlight that flares around its higher branches. The sky visible above is a clear, bright blue. The perspective is looking up through the trees within the narrow gorge, emphasizing the height and enclosed nature of the location and the intensity of the midday sun.

uncommon times series no. 3 — east of the finke late morning

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A wide panoramic photograph taken in the late morning light, showcasing the landscape east of the Finke River in Australia. The scene features a gentle valley with low-lying vegetation and scattered trees in the midground. On either side, undulating hills or low ranges rise, displaying a mix of earthy red rock faces and dry, golden grasses. The sky above is a clear, pale blue. A small body of still water reflects the landscape in the foreground, and a dirt track winds through the scene. The overall impression is of a vast, arid, and peaceful outback environment under the soft light of late morning.

uncommon times series no. 2 — ellery creek by early morn

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A photograph of Ellery Creek Big Hole in the West MacDonnell Ranges, Australia. The image shows a calm body of water reflecting the sky, framed by two high, rocky gorges on either side. Sparse, gum-like trees grow along the water's edge and up the rocky slopes. The sky is a bright blue with some scattered white clouds. The overall mood is peaceful and serene, capturing the stillness of the early morning.