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Debra Martz @debramartz.bsky.social · 10/10/2026

Subject of the day: Birds "American White Pelican Daydreaming" I love the sheer beauty of the American White Pelican. It might have been more like I was daydreaming as I watched this one, enjoying the sunshine and drifting peacefully across the water on a beautiful January day.

White American pelican gliding on serene blue water, its long orange bill angled down and soft light highlighting the smooth white feathers and faint reflection.
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Debra Martz @debramartz.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

"Red Seeds of Maple Tree" The seeds are from my backyard Maple (Acer) tree, shot with a 105mm macro lens. debramartz.com/featured/red... @debramartz #red #seeds #maple #whirligig #nature #giftideas

Cluster of red winged seeds (samaras) dangling from a green leaf in close-up, highlighting textured veins and delicate overlapping wings against a soft, out-of-focus green background. ©Debra Martz

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Debra Martz @debramartz.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

"Red Maple Leaf and Seed Pods' I was standing under the canopy of a Red Maple when I noticed it had seed pods; some call them "whirligigs" or "helicopters" because of the way they move through the air. debramartz.com/featured/red... @debramartz #red #maple #autumn #fallvibes #giftideas

Closeup of one autumn colored maple leaf with red seed pods in front of it and a white and red softly blurred background. ©Debra Martz

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Debra Martz @debramartz.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

"Morning Flight of the Sandhill Cranes" The colors of sunrise highlight the western sky and landscape during fall migration in early November at the Salt Plains National Wildlife Refuge in OK. debramartz.com/featured/mor... @debramartz #sandhill #cranes #birds #birdlovers #giftideas

A large flock of birds flying in loose formation across a pastel pink-and-purple dusk sky above tall marsh grasses and a distant tree line. ©Debra Martz

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Debra Martz @debramartz.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

Thank you to the buyer for purchasing my postcard in my Redbubble Shop. "Luckenbach Texas General Store and Saloon" www.redbubble.com/i/postcard/L... #sold #thankyou

A sunlit, rustic wooden general store nestled under large oak trees with an American flag and vintage signage, presented as a postcard mockup with the photographed front card resting over a blank postcard back showing a stamp box and address lines. ©Debra Martz

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Debra Martz @debramartz.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

"Yes I Only Have Eyes For You" Green Jays, birds of the tropics, whose range barely stretches into the USA in Texas. pixels.com/featured/yes... @debramartz #GreenJays #Jays #TropicBirds #bird #love #amor #birds #aves #BirdLovers #featheredFriends #photography #giftideas

Two vibrant birds with striking blue and black heads, and yellow and green bodies, perch on a tree branch and facing each other, surrounded by lush greenery. Sunlight filters through the leaves, casting a warm glow on the pair as they appear to engage with each other. Photography by Debra Martz

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Debra Martz @debramartz.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

"View of Dover from the Castle" The castle wall here, seen in the foreground, was lowered in the 18th century as a firing position for infantry. Today, it provides a view of Dover. debramartz.com/featured/vie... #Dover #england #british #travelphotography #giftideas

A scenic view of a town nestled between green hills and the ocean. The foreground features a lush meadow, leading to a harbor with boats. Copyright Debra Martz, All Rights Reserved

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Debra Martz @debramartz.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

Subject of the day: Anything Purple "Purple Bearded Wild Iris" by Debra Martz My main passion is birdwatching, which takes me into nature. However, I can't pass by beauty such as this Iris growing wild at the Great Salt Plains State Park in northern Oklahoma on a sunny day!

Purple iris bloom with ruffled standards and drooping falls edged by a fuzzy yellow beard, shown in close-up against a soft, out-of-focus green background. ©Debra Martz

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Debra Martz @debramartz.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

"Constable's Gateway Entrance to Dover Castle" This is one of two visitor entrances to the castle. The castle is a massive complex of fortifications, with sections dating back to Roman times. debramartz.com/featured/con... @debramartz #DoverCastle #castle #europetravel #historic #giftideas

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Debra Martz @debramartz.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

"Approaching Dover Castle" Walking the incline to the upper-level entrance of the castle. It looked like rain might be coming, but luckily the gray, cloudy sky soon turned blue. debramartz.com/featured/app... @debramartz #dover #castle #england #British

A grand castle stands majestically on a grassy slope under a cloudy sky. The aged stone walls and surrounding greenery create a picturesque scene. Copyright Debra Martz, All Rights Reserved

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Debra Martz @debramartz.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Sunflower with a Busy Bee by Debra Martz Just out and about bird-watching. But there are always other bits of nature that steal my attention. debramartz.com/featured/sun... #sunflower #bee #insect #yellow #nature #beauty #photography

A vibrant yellow flower fills the frame, showcasing its detailed petals and dark center. A small bee is perched on the flower's center, busy collecting pollen. Photography by Debra Martz
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Debra Martz @debramartz.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

The Orchid tree blooms resemble those of Orchids grown as houseplants. The trees grow in the tropical climate, including South Texas, such as in Weslaco. debramartz.com/featured/pur... @debramartz #orchid #bloom #flower #beauty #nature #giftideas #homedecor #Weslaco #texas #ayearforart

Close-up of a vibrant purple orchid flower with delicate petals. The background is softly blurred, highlighting the flower's intricate details. ©Debra Martz, All Rights Reserved

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Debra Martz @debramartz.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

"Lark Sparrow on a Country Road Post" I often like to drive the rural roads in search of birds, and I am often successful in finding at least a few that are perched. debramartz.com/featured/lar... @debramartz #sparrow #LarkSparrow #bird #birdlovers #giftideas

A small bird perches on a wooden post amidst dry, slender twigs. The background is a clear, light sky, enhancing the scene's tranquility. Photography by Debra Martz

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Debra Martz @debramartz.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Subject of the Day: Int'l Music Day "The World’s Largest Fiddle, located on the Sydney, Nova Scotia, waterfront next to the Joan Harriss Cruise Pavilion, greets visitors as they arrive via cruise ship. The fiddle and bow reach a height of 60 feet!"

Giant red upright violin sculpture with its bow towering over a waterfront plaza beside a curved glass building, autumn hay bales and pumpkins at its base under a bright, partly cloudy sky. by Debra Martz

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Debra Martz @debramartz.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

This is not the bright, vivid color you usually associate with the Thistle wildflower. I decided something softer might be a nice change, so I overexposed to get this soft, delicate-looking thistle. debramartz.com/featured/gli... @debramartz #glimmering #thistle #nature #giftideas

Delicate pastel thistle bloom with a pale pink, feathery tuft emerging from scaly, spiny green bracts against a soft, out-of-focus neutral background. ©Debra Martz

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Debra Martz @debramartz.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

It was my birthday, & what did I want to do? Get up before dawn, chase the early-morning colors around the lake, take in the beauty of the new day, and of course, wait for the sun to make its appearance. debramartz.com/featured/gli... @debramartz #dawn #newday #nature #giftideas #two

Two birds glide across a serene lake during sunset. The sky is a gradient of warm colors, reflecting beautifully on the calm water. Photography by Debra Martz

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Debra Martz @debramartz.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Subject of the Day: Still Life When I stepped into the old train Depot at Uptop, Colorado, this vintage pitcher and basin in the window caught my eye. I especially like that I could angle the composition to get the Chapel in the background. #stilllife #pitcher #blackandwhite #vintage #giftideas

Enamel pitcher and basin on a weathered windowsill with peeling paint, sunlight through the glass revealing a grassy field and a distant farmhouse, suggesting a quiet, long-abandoned rural home. ©Debra Martz

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Debra Martz @debramartz.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

I waited at the lakefront for sunrise; before the sun cleared the horizon, the sky erupted in ribbons of #pink and #blue that mirrored on the still, glassy water. The only sounds were birds. Great Salt Plains State Park in OK debramartz.com/featured/sti... @debramartz #dawn #giftideas #lake #okla

A serene lake reflects the soft hues of a sunrise sky. Reeds gently sway at the water's edge, adding a touch of greenery to the tranquil scene. Photography by Debra Martz

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Debra Martz @debramartz.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Subject of the day: It’s National Coffee Day! A trip to New Orleans always means a coffee and a beignet at Café du Monde for me!

Perfectly printed on a coffee mug...Green awning and marquee reading "CAFE DU MONDE" with row of bulbs above a storefront, photographed at an angle against a bright, stylized mural of colorful geometric shapes and a winding road. ©Debra Martz

Green awning and marquee reading "CAFE DU MONDE" with row of bulbs above a storefront, photographed at an angle against a bright, stylized mural of colorful geometric shapes and a winding road. ©Debra Martz

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Debra Martz @debramartz.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Thank you to the buyer from Oregon for your sticker purchase. "Fort Fincastle Nassau Bahamas" Sticker for Sale by debramartz www.redbubble.com/i/sticker/Fo... #sold #thankyou #FortFincastle #nassau

Dramatic black-and-white view up the sharp corner of a weathered stone fort's ramparts, framed by a cloudy sky and grassy foreground, emphasizing the triangular bastion and aged masonry. ©Debra Martz

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Debra Martz @debramartz.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Enjoyed watching this Spotted Sandpiper in breeding plumage as it teetered along the shoreline, a motion they are known for. *Great Salt Plains Lake in North Oklahoma debramartz.com/featured/spo... @DebraMartz #spotted #sandpiper #shoreline #oklahoma #bird #birdlover #giftideas #birder

A small bird with speckled feathers walks along the shoreline. The gentle waves create a serene backdrop as sunlight reflects off the water. Photography by Debra Martz

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Debra Martz @debramartz.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Thank you to the buyer from Murfreesboro, TN, for your purchase of a Shower Curtain. "Honky Tonk Row - Nashville TN" debramartz.com/featured/hon... #sold #thankyou #Nashville

Shower curtain with Historic brick storefronts hosting bars and live‑music venues, with colorful neon signs (The Stage, Jack’s Bar‑B‑Que), a “Rooftop Patio Now Open” banner and a faded mural evoking a honky‑tonk entertainment strip. ©Debra Martz

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Debra Martz @debramartz.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Subject of the day: Sunsets on Sunday "Storm Clouds Over the Atlantic at Sunset" Small openings in the dark, heavy storm clouds allowed the sun to be seen briefly, with spots of light glowing on the ocean's surface. We were somewhere on the open waters east of Newport, RI.

Dramatic setting sun partially hidden by dark clouds sends golden rays and a bright path across a calm ocean, with a lone sailboat silhouetted on the right horizon. ©Debra Martz

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Debra Martz @debramartz.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Subject of the Day: Lakes and rivers "Padre Butte to Tower Butte - Lake Powell" We took the fabulous boat tour to the Rainbow Bridge, which is a one-hundred-mile round trip. It was a gorgeous day with beautiful blue skies, water, and so many towering formations along the way.

Towering red sandstone buttes rise from a sunlit desert shoreline and reflect in the calm blue water of a lake beneath a clear sky. ©Debra Martz

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Debra Martz @debramartz.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Thank you to the buyer from Germany for your postcard purchase! "Sparrow Bathing In A Puddle" www.redbubble.com/i/postcard/S... #sold #thankyou #sparrow #postacard

Postcard front shows a small streaked songbird bathing in a shallow, leaf-strewn pool, water droplets flying and ripples around the bird; the postcard back is partially visible with a stamp box and address lines. ©Debra Martz

Small streaked brown songbird bathing in shallow, leaf-strewn water, fluffing its feathers as droplets splash around. ©Debra Martz

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Debra Martz @debramartz.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

"Dawn on South Padre" The sky was black when I started my day on the balcony. As the first rays of light began to pierce the darkness, the sky shifted through a range of colors. debramartz.com/featured/daw... @debramartz #dawn #sunrise #earlymorning #newday #giftideas #southpadre

A breathtaking sunrise over the ocean, with vibrant hues of orange and pink painting the sky. The calm waters reflect the colorful sky in a serene moment. Photography by Debra Martz

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Debra Martz @debramartz.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Subject of the Day: White Blooms "White Mexican Olive Tree Blossoms in Sunlight " This floral close-up captures the elegant beauty of the Mexican Olive tree, also known as the Texas Olive, in Southern Texas, where I photographed it.

Cluster of white, crinkled blossoms with yellow centers hanging from a leafy branch, sunlit against a soft green-blue blurred background. ©Debra Martz

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Debra Martz @debramartz.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Subject of the Day: Wildflowers - show me yours "Mountain Wildflower" I photographed this wildflower high up in the San Juan Mountains in New Mexico; beautiful wildflowers adorned the landscape! Google ID: Orange Sneezeweed

Single orange daisy-like wildflower in bright sunlight, its curled narrow petals radiating from a dense yellow center atop a fuzzy green stem, set against a softly blurred sandy and leafy background. ©Debra Martz

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Debra Martz @debramartz.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Subject of the Day: Share your "Selective Color" images. Mine is "Full Service Gas Attendant Caps" Seeing these caps was a huge time-travel experience for me. I remember the attendants dressed in uniforms! Not to mention they would check your oil, water levels, and wash the windshield!

Stack of vintage service-station caps on a shelf — Texaco star and Phillips 66 badges visible, evoking gas-station nostalgia against a retro garage backdrop with a neon winged-horse (Pegasus) sign. ©Debra Martz

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Debra Martz @debramartz.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Subject of the Day: Restaurant Signs...share yours! "New Orleans Creole Cookery French Quarter Seafood" I enjoyed an early-morning walk on Bourbon Street and other French Quarter streets when there were no crowds, taking photos of my favorite signs.

Hanging restaurant sign reading "NEW ORLEANS CREOLE COOKERY" with a red crawfish illustration and a lower panel saying "SEAFOOD," suspended beside a balcony and lantern in a stylized New Orleans street scene. ©Debra Martz

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Debra Martz @debramartz.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Subject of the Day: Travel: Mississippi Riverside New Orleans Louisiana We were watching those clouds build as we were arriving back from our day cruise on the Creole Queen. Hoping the rain would hold off until we departed and made the walk back to the hotel in the French Quarter.

Downtown waterfront skyline of New Orleans with modern hotels and office towers along a boardwalk, dramatic clouds pierced by sunbeams that stream down and reflect on the river. Copyright Debra Martz, All Rights Reserved

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Debra Martz @debramartz.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Brown Pelican Gliding Over Water Photographed on North Padre Island, Corpus Christi, Texas. debramartz.com/featured/bro... @DebraMartz #BrownPelican #pelican #flying #soaring #birdlovers #giftideas

A pelican is captured mid-flight, elegantly skimming over the water's surface. The sunlight accentuates its feathers and the gentle ripples below. Photography by Debra Martz

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Debra Martz @debramartz.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

I photographed this Northern Mockingbird on South Padre Island, Texas. #Mockingbirds are familiar #birds across much of the South, but I always enjoy how they seem to pose with confidence and curiosity. debramartz.com/featured/nor... @debramartz #featheredfriends #birdlovers #giftideas

A mockingbird is perched on a slender branch amidst green leaves. The setting is bright with a clear blue sky in the background. Photography by Debra Martz

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Debra Martz @debramartz.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Thank you so much to the buyer from East Amherst, NY, for your purchase of a 9.5" x 16" matted and framed print. debramartz.com/saleannounce... debramartz.com/featured/the... #sold #thankyou #survivortree #groundzero #nyc

Large autumn tree with yellow and red leaves and a starburst of sunlight shining through its branches, trunk protected by a circular metal guard in a small park where people sit on nearby benches. This is the Surviving Tree of Ground Zero, New York City. ©Debra Martz

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Debra Martz @debramartz.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Thank you to the buyer from UT for your purchase from my Redbubble Shop. "Over the Top On The High Roller in Las Vegas" www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/1184... #Sold #thankyou #highroller #lasvegas

A glass observation-wheel gondola carrying passengers above a casino-lined city skyline, offering panoramic views under dramatic, cloud-filled skies. ©Debra Martz

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Debra Martz @debramartz.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

A Black Saddlebag landed on a spent sunflower head along the nature trail in Port Aransas, Texas. Proof that birdwatching leads to many surprises in nature. debramartz.com/featured/dra...

Dragonfly perched by its legs on a dried yellow wildflower with wings outstretched, a macro shot emphasizing delicate balance and fine wing detail against a soft golden-green background. ©Debra Martz

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Debra Martz @debramartz.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Thank you to the buyer from Mooresville, NC, for your purchase of a 36" x 24" matted and framed print of Town Harbour Light. debramartz.com/saleannounce... #Sold #ThankYou #lighthouse #HiltonHead

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Debra Martz @debramartz.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Subject of the Day: Waterfalls on Wednesday Godafoss is also known as “Waterfall of the Gods”, where Norse idols were cast into the waters as Iceland embraced Christianity at the end of the 10th century, creating a natural and historical landmark. Located near Akureyri, Iceland.

Wide semicircular waterfall plunging into a mist-filled turquoise river, framed by mossy volcanic cliffs and rolling highland plateaus under a cloudy sky. ©Debra Martz

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Debra Martz @debramartz.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Thank you very much to the person from Colorado for purchasing a Poster (Size: Medium (22.1in x 33.1in) of "One World Trade Center - NYC" from my Redbubble Shop www.redbubble.com/i/poster/One... #Sold #ThankYou #OneWorldTradeCenter #NYC #FreedomTower

One World Trade Center rising above the clustered skyscrapers of Lower Manhattan, its reflective glass spire catching soft daylight under a cloudy blue sky, with a strip of green treetops and low buildings in the foreground. ©Debra Martz

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Debra Martz @debramartz.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Two Harbors Light is the oldest operating #lighthouse in the US state of #Minnesota, overlooking #LakeSuperior, Agate Bay. The construction of the lighthouse began in 1891 and was first lit on April 14, 1892. debramartz.com/featured/two... @DebraMartz #TwoHarbors #giftideas #dulth #northshore

A red lighthouse stands prominently against a blue sky, with an American flag fluttering nearby. The scene is surrounded by lush greenery and trees. Photography by Debra Martz

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Debra Martz @debramartz.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Subject of the Day: Leading Lines Drive Highway 412 across N. Oklahoma, and you will find several long, straight stretches. This stretch, with the slight elevation rise in view as you approach Gloss Mountain State Park, is approximately 45 minutes west of Enid, OK.

Endless two-lane highway stretching straight toward distant low buttes across golden prairie under a vast blue sky filled with layered, wispy clouds. ©Debra Martz

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Debra Martz @debramartz.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Trinity Reflections on Hancock Tower, 200 Clarendon, Boston, Massachusetts. With gray clouds on this day, the blue was less prominent, but the reflections were still spectacular. debramartz.com/featured/tri... @DebraMartz #TrinityChurch #reflections #boston #wallart #hancockbuilding

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Debra Martz @debramartz.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

A White Ibis foraging in the early morning light. Captured from the boardwalk over the wetlands of Charlie's Pasture Preserve in Port Aransas, Texas. debramartz.com/featured/wad... @DebraMartz #WhiteIbis #Ibis #birding #birdLovers #giftideas

A striking white ibis is seen wading through shallow water, surrounded by lush green reeds. The bird's reflection adds depth to the image. Photography by Debra Martz

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Debra Martz @debramartz.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Subject of the Day: Mountains on Monday Kirkjufell is a 463-meter (1519-feet) tall mountain on Iceland's Snæfellsnes Peninsula. Its name means "Church Mountain" in Icelandic because its conical shape resembles a church steeple. The mountain stands on the north coast near Grundarfjordur.

A solitary, terraced green mountain dominates a tranquil lakeshore, its layered slopes mirrored in the calm water beneath a cloudy sky, with grassy foreground and tiny farmhouses visible on the distant shore. ©Debra Martz

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Debra Martz @debramartz.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Delicate Flowers to Powerful Water Godafoss (waterfall) in Iceland. debra-martz.pixels.com/featured/del... @debramartz #wildflowers #waterfall #Godafoss #vertical #Iceland #beauty #nature #giftideas #photography

A powerful waterfall cascades down a cliff, surrounded by lush greenery and rugged rocks. The foreground features delicate wildflowers peeking through the grass, adding a touch of color to the scene. Mist from the falls creates a hazy atmosphere, merging with the distant hills. Photography by Debra Martz

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Debra Martz @debramartz.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Thank you to the person from Fort Worth, TX, for your purchase of a Tote Bag - 18" x 18" debramartz.com/saleannounce... debramartz.com/featured/sci... #sold #thankyou #scissortail #birdlover

Long-tailed flycatcher with a pale gray head, creamy yellow belly and distinctive forked black-tipped tail perched on a vine-wrapped thorny branch against a bright sky. ©Debra Martz

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Debra Martz @debramartz.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Subject of the Day: Things with Wings Tricolored Heron Angel Wings I created this photopainting from my original photograph. When Tricolored Herons spread their wings, whether landing or searching for food, it reminds me of glorious angel wings.

This photopainting was created from my original photograph. I captured this heron from the Leonabelle boardwalk in Port Aransas, Texas. When they spread their wings, whether landing or searching for food, it reminds me of glorious angel wings.
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Debra Martz @debramartz.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

While walking trails and birdwatching in the Lower Rio Grande Valley of Texas, I spotted this yellow flower growing at a diagonal. So many similar flowers, but it might be a Golden Crownbeard Daisy. debramartz.com/featured/sol... @DebraMartz #yellow #daisy #flower #single #giftideas

A bright yellow flower is captured against a dark, blurred background. Its petals are fully open, revealing a textured center. Photography by Debra Martz

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Debra Martz @debramartz.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Mount Stapafell Backdrop to Arnarstapi, Iceland debra-martz.pixels.com/featured/mou... @debramartz #MountStapafell #Arnarstapi #iceland #nature #landscape #giftideas #photography

A serene landscape features a rugged mountain reflected in a calm lake. Charming houses are nestled at the foot of the mountain, with a few birds visible near the water in Arnarstapi, Iceland. Photography by Debra Martz

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