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George VanMeter

@geovanmeter.bsky.social

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Amateur Photographer, anime fan, horror fan, and lover of JPop especially ExWHYZ. All pictures are from me unless I have permission or it is shared. No DMs. Instagram handle @bugbearphotography

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George VanMeter @geovanmeter.bsky.social · 14/10/2026

I think she might be mad at me for yesterday's photo. ;) #photography #nikon #z5ii #NIKKORZ24-120mmf/4S #figurephotography #toyphotography #toysky #フィギュア #BlackLagoon #ブラックラグーン #レヴィ #Revy #AnimePhotography #Bokeh

A close-up portrait of Revy from Black Lagoon, with burgundy hair, red eyes, and a cigarette between her lips. Her tattooed arm stretches diagonally across the foreground, while warm amber lighting and a softly blurred background emphasize her cool, defiant expression.

George VanMeter @geovanmeter.bsky.social · 13/10/2026

See butt, post butt 🍑 A most dangerous shot.

Revy from Black Lagoon.

George VanMeter @geovanmeter.bsky.social · 13/10/2026

What was that sound?! #photography #nikon #z5ii #NIKKORZ24-120mmf/4S #figurephotography #toyphotography #toysky #フィギュア #TakinaInoue #LycorisRecoil #AnimeFigure #ClassicMono #NikCollection #井ノ上たきな #リコリスリコイル #リコリコ

A moody black-and-white portrait of Takina Inoue from Lycoris Recoil, wearing a goldfish-patterned yukata and holding a fan and drawstring pouch. Dramatic, directional lighting illuminates her face and the glossy folds of her outfit, while deep shadows envelop the background, creating a mysterious, cinematic atmosphere.

George VanMeter @geovanmeter.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Toru! The background is from a large scale railroad building with a quick paint job by me. #photography #nikon #z5ii #NIKKORZ24-120mmf/4S #figurephotography #toyphotography #toysky #フィギュア #葉隠透 #僕のヒーローアカデミア #ヒロアカ #トルハガクレ #ToruHagakure #MyHeroAcademia #MHA

Toru Hagakure from My Hero Academia leaps joyfully with her arms spread wide and one leg kicked back. Her bright green hair, cheerful smile, white blouse, flowing red tie, and navy pleated skirt stand out against a softly blurred, weathered gray-green building facade with brown-framed windows.

George VanMeter @geovanmeter.bsky.social · 11/10/2026

It won't be long before I will say good bye these birds. #photography #nikon #z5ii #NIKKORZ24-120mmf/4S #CanadaGeese

Two Canada geese stand on a grassy lakeshore beneath overhanging evergreen branches, facing the water. Soft morning light catches the details of their feathers, while ripples move across the lake behind them.

A flock of Canada geese takes flight just above a rippling lake, while several others remain on the water. Golden, orange, and green autumn trees line the opposite shore beneath a pale sky crossed by power lines.

George VanMeter @geovanmeter.bsky.social · 10/10/2026

As I got power to the sign, I have this variant.

Toru Hagakure from My Hero Academia poses joyfully with her arms spread wide and one leg raised in front of a lighted yellow Nikon sign. Her bright green hair, white school blouse, red tie, and navy pleated skirt stand out against the dark background.

George VanMeter @geovanmeter.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

Happy FRIDAY! #photography #nikon #z5ii #NIKKORZ24-120mmf/4S #figurephotography #toyphotography #toysky #フィギュア #葉隠透 #僕のヒーローアカデミア #ヒロアカ #トルハガクレ

Toru Hagakure from My Hero Academia poses joyfully with her arms spread wide and one leg raised in front of a bold yellow Nikon sign. Her bright green hair, white school blouse, red tie, and navy pleated skirt stand out against the dark background.

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George VanMeter @geovanmeter.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

Visions of Autumn #photography #nikon #z5ii #NIKKORZ24-120mmf/4S #figurephotography #toyphotography #toysky #フィギュア #Shigure #KanColle #KantaiCollection #時雨 #艦これ #艦隊これくしょん #艦娘

Shigure from Kantai Collection sits on a rustic wooden fence surrounded by colorful autumn foliage. She wears glasses, a school uniform with a plaid skirt, and a small camera around her neck while adjusting her glasses. Her bright blue eyes stand out against the warm red, orange, and yellow background.

George VanMeter @geovanmeter.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Pictures from Model Railroad show in Spencer, IA on Saturday - #ModelRailroading #ModelTrains #MiniaturePhotography #RailroadPhotography #TrainPhotography #ClassicMono #toyphotography #toysky

George VanMeter @geovanmeter.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Beware the Wizard Pumpkin! #Halloween #Pumpkins #HalloweenDecor #NightPhotography #OMSystem #OM5II #MicroFourThirds #Photography

A nighttime Halloween display with a large inflatable jack-o'-lantern wearing a blue wizard hat surrounded by six smaller glowing jack-o'-lanterns in a dark yard.

George VanMeter @geovanmeter.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

You've got to pick up every stitch Oh no, must be the season of the witch #YukiNagato #NagatoYuki #涼宮ハルヒの憂鬱 #長門有希 #photography #OM5-II #20mm_f/1.4SPRO #figurephotography #toyphotography #toysky #フィギュア

Yuki Nagato from The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya stands in a black witch costume with a pointed hat and wand, posed beside an orange pumpkin with a softly blurred Halloween-themed background.

George VanMeter @geovanmeter.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Dangerous Crossing - #photography #nikon #z5ii #NIKKORZ24-120mmf/4S #figurephotography #toyphotography #toysky #フィギュア #RenaRyuuguu #Higurashi #HigurashiNoNakuKoroNi #竜宮レナ #ひぐらしのなく頃に

Rena Ryuugu from Higurashi no Naku Koro ni stands in her white school uniform and cap, posed in front of a blurred railroad crossing sign. Her orange hair and purple scarf stand out against the warm brown background, with a railroad sign from Piggy Blue's Bar-B-Que behind her.

George VanMeter @geovanmeter.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Hello October! #Halloween #TrickRTreat #Sam #キウイ #夜のクラゲは泳げない #photography #nikon #z5ii #NIKKORZ24-120mmf/4S #figurephotography #toyphotography #toysky #フィギュア

Sam from Trick ’r Treat, a small burlap-covered Halloween figure with stitched seams and button eyes, stands sharply in focus holding an amber sucker. Behind him, Kiui from Jellyfish Can’t Swim in the Night is softly out of focus against a glowing yellow Halloween backdrop decorated with spiderwebs and a spider.

George VanMeter @geovanmeter.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Today's images of Nico Robin Nami and Zoro! #photography #nikon #z5ii #NIKKORZ24-120mmf/4S #OM5-II #20mm_f/1.4SPRO #figurephotography #toyphotography #toysky #フィギュア #ワンピース #ニコロビン #ナミ #フィギュア #フィギュア撮影 #フィギュア写真 #ONEPIECE #ロロノア #NicoRobin #Nami #Zoro

Two anime figures sit together on a miniature tropical beach surrounded by greenery and red flowers. Nico Robin, wearing a blue shirt and holding a chocolate ice cream cone, sits on the left. Nami, wearing a blue patterned bikini and holding a mint-colored ice cream cone, sits on the right. Palm trees and a vivid blue sky form the background.

A figure of Roronoa Zoro stands on a miniature tropical beach holding a sword across his body. He wears a glossy black robe and red sash, with bright green hair and two additional swords at his side. Palm trees, tropical plants, red flowers, sand, and a blue sky surround him.

George VanMeter @geovanmeter.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Autumn Idol - #photography #OM5-II #20mm_f/1.4SPRO #figurephotography #toyphotography #toysky #フィギュア #AutumnCompanion #StillLifePhotography #AutumnPhotography

A small anime-style figure in black and white clothing sits beside a large yellow-orange pumpkin surrounded by autumn leaves, yellow flowers, and red berries. Warm, shallow-focus lighting creates a dark, cozy, miniature autumn scene.

George VanMeter @geovanmeter.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Spooky season is upon us. #photography #OM5-II #20mm_f/1.4SPRO #Halloween #HalloweenPhotography #DarkPhotography #HorrorPhotography #Monochrome #ClassicMono #Skeleton #JackOLantern #NightPhotography #NikSilver #Photography

A monochrome Halloween scene shows a blurred ghost reaching upward behind several glowing jack-o'-lantern decorations, with diagonal streaks of light crossing a dark house and a rough vintage border around the image.

George VanMeter @geovanmeter.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Yesterday walk in the drizzle. #OM5-II #20mm_f/1.4SPRO #photography #nightphotography #IowaPhotography #ClassicMono #architecturephotography #landscapephotography #waterphotography #DxO #firehydrant

Nighttime reflections shimmer across a lake, with vivid cyan and warm orange light reflecting along the shoreline. Reeds emerge from the water while rocks and grass line the right side.

A quiet park at night in black and white, framed by large textured trees. An empty covered pavilion and playground sit across the grass, with an illuminated church and tree glowing in the distance.

A close-up nighttime photograph of a weathered red fire hydrant, with chipped paint, bolts, and metal fittings visible against a very dark background.

Nighttime reflections shimmer across a pond, with vivid cyan and warm orange light reflecting along the shoreline. Reeds emerge from the water while rocks and grass line the right side.

George VanMeter @geovanmeter.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Have not had a chance to do more shoots, as I have been going over pictures from the Spam Museum in Austin, MN. Here is Pinky with me at Piggy Blue's BBQ - #芦戸三奈 #ピンキー #ヒロアカ #僕のヒーローアカデミア #OM5-II #20mm_f/1.4SPRO #figurephotography #toyphotography #toysky #フィギュア #Minnesota #Austin #PiggyBlue'sBBQ

A barbecue lunch sits on a red plate in the foreground, with sliced bread, potato chips, and ribs. A glass of dark beer and a burger on blue-and-white checkered paper sit behind it. A small Pinky figure from My Hero Academia stands beside the beer glass on the wooden table.

George VanMeter @geovanmeter.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Sometimes filters make for interesting effects. This one came from OI.Share from OM Systems - #ShalltearBloodfallen #Overlord #photography #シャルティア・ブラッドフォールン #オーバーロード #OM5-II #20mm_f/1.4S_PRO #figurephotography #toyphotography #toysky #フィギュア #MicroFourThirds #ClassicMono

A high-contrast black-and-white photograph of an anime-style female figure seen from behind in a bunny outfit. Her long white hair and pale body are rendered against deep blacks, while her large shadow dominates the wall behind her. Heavy grain and extreme tonal contrast give the image a stark, graphic appearance.

George VanMeter @geovanmeter.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Early Morning Road Work - #photography #OM5-II #20mm_f/1.4SPRO #ClassicMono #B&W #blackandwhitephotography #nightphotography #streetphotography #urbanphotography #constructionphotography #industrialphotography #construction #excavator #heavyequipment #OMSystem #MFT #microfourthirds

Black-and-white photograph of a nighttime construction site, with an excavator actively digging beside a dump truck. Construction barrels line the street, while a brightly lit gas station and storefronts sit in the background beneath dark trees.

George VanMeter @geovanmeter.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

#ShalltearBloodfallen #Overlord #photography #シャルティア・ブラッドフォールン #オーバーロード #OM5-II #20mm_f/1.4S_PRO #figurephotography #toyphotography #toysky #フィギュア #MicroFourThirds #ClassicMono

Shalltear Bloodfallen from Overlord in a close-up black-and-white portrait. She has long light-colored hair, large expressive eyes, and an open smile, with one hand raised beside her face and touching her hair. Dramatic lighting creates bright highlights and deep shadows against a dark background.

George VanMeter @geovanmeter.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Orange - #photography #nikon #z5ii #NIKKORZ24-120mmf/4S #sunrise #orange #morning #clouds

A dramatic morning sky glows orange and gold beneath dark, textured clouds. Streetlights, trees, buildings, and a gas station form dark silhouettes along a wet street, with headlights and colorful reflections shimmering on the pavement.

George VanMeter @geovanmeter.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Winter Prep - #photography #nikon #z5ii #NIKKORZ24-120mmf/4S #Bees #Flowers #BumbleBees

A bumblebee clings to a pale purple flower while feeding, surrounded by multiple lavender blossoms and unopened buds. The flowers stand against a soft, bright green blurred backgroun

George VanMeter @geovanmeter.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Ginko - #Gintama #Ginko #Gintoki #銀魂 #銀子 #銀時 #photography #nikon #z5ii #NIKKORZ24-120mmf/4S #figurephotography #toyphotography #toysky #フィギュア

Ginko, the gender-swapped version of Gintoki from Gintama, poses with a wooden sword raised behind her shoulder and one arm extended upward, framed by blue balloons against a dark background.

George VanMeter @geovanmeter.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Moon and Clouds - #photography #nikon #nikonz5ii #z5ii #NIKKORZ24-120mmf/4S #moon #clouds #ClassicMono

Monochrome morning shot of the cresent moon near the top giving way to clouds and eventually trees and a streetlight.

George VanMeter @geovanmeter.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Thanks for the repost and the likes everyone. Still not happy with the image. I get one of them in focus and other is blurry. Here is Robin by herself. #OnePiece #NicoRobin #ニコ・ロビン #ワンピース #photography #nikon #z5ii #NIKKORZ24-120mmf/4S #figurephotography #toyphotography #toysky #フィギュア #Tropical

Nico Robin on a tropical beach

George VanMeter @geovanmeter.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

Robin and Nami at the beach. - #OnePiece #NicoRobin #Nami #ニコ・ロビン #ナミ #ワンピース #photo #photography #nikon #nikonz5ii #z5ii #NIKKORZ24-120mmf/4S #figurephotography #toyphotography #toysky #フィギュア #BeachPhotography #Tropical

Nico Robin and Nami from One Piece enjoy a tropical beach scene. Robin stands at the water's edge in a pink floral top, black bikini, and wide white sunhat as a blue splash rises around her feet. Nami sits behind her in a blue bikini, holding an ice cream cone. Palm trees, colorful tropical plants, sand, shells, and bright blue water complete the miniature beach setting.

George VanMeter @geovanmeter.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

Waiting for a train that never came . #StreetPhotography #BlackAndWhite #ClassicMono #RainyDay #UrbanPhotography #AbstractPhotography #GrittyPhotography #MonochromePhotography #photo #photography #nikon #nikonz5ii #z5ii #NIKKORZ24-120mmf/4S

Black-and-white abstract street scene viewed through rain-covered glass, with water droplets sharply defined against blurred buildings, pavement, and deep shadows.

George VanMeter @geovanmeter.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

Dramatic Clouds. #MorningLight #Thundercloud #Cloudscape #LandscapePhotography #WaterReflection #IowaPhotography #photo #photography #nikon #nikonz5ii #z5ii #NIKKORZ24-120mmf/4S

A large pink-orange thundercloud rises above a quiet residential neighborhood at morning light, with trees and houses along the edge of a calm lake reflecting the scene.

George VanMeter @geovanmeter.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Gave my Ricoh WG-6 some love this morning. - #ClassicMono #BlackAndWhitePhotography #RainyMorning #AfterTheRain #Reflection #PuddleReflection #NeighborhoodPhotography #MoodyPhotography #RicohWG6 #Ricoh #DxOPhotoLab #photo #photography

Black-and-white photograph of a quiet residential street after rain, viewed from beside a large puddle. An older white house with a covered porch and decorative columns sits across the street, partially framed by a large tree. The puddle reflects the tree and house, while wet pavement, leaves, and scattered debris fill the foreground beneath an overcast sky.

George VanMeter @geovanmeter.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Robin is my favorite One Piece character. - #ニコ・ロビン #NicoRobin #photo #photography #nikon #nikonz5ii #z5ii #NIKKORZ24-120mmf/4S #figurephotography #toyphotography #toysky #フィギュア #onepiece #ワンピース

Nico Robin from One Piece sits on the grass in front of a stone wall, wearing a blue tied blouse and eating a chocolate ice cream cone. Her long black hair and bright blue eyes stand out against the warm stone background.

George VanMeter @geovanmeter.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

Conversations with a Rubber Ducky - #photo #photography #nikon #nikonz5ii #z5ii #NIKKORZ24-120mmf/4S #figurephotography #toyphotography #toysky #フィギュア #rubberducky #rubberduck #Frieren #Frieren:BeyondJourney’sEnd #葬送のフリーレン #フリーレン

A figure photograph of Frieren from Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End standing beside an oversized yellow rubber duck, both posed on a miniature outdoor scene. Frieren tilts her head toward the duck, while a wooden retaining wall and grass made from HO-scale model railroad scenery create the setting. The background is a textured, spray-painted foam piece, giving the scene the appearance of a miniature stone wall.

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George VanMeter @geovanmeter.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

Stark may have competition. - #photo #photography #nikon #nikonz5ii #z5ii #NIKKORZ24-120mmf/4S #figurephotography #toyphotography #toysky #ロロノアゾロ #ロロノアゾロ #フィギュア #Frieren #Frieren:BeyondJourney’sEnd #葬送のフリーレン #フリーレン

A figure photograph of Roronoa Zoro from One Piece, dressed in a black kimono and holding a sword. Behind him, Frieren from Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End peeks out from the side. Zoro’s black clothing and swords stand out against a cool blue-white background, with Frieren providing a playful secondary element.

George VanMeter @geovanmeter.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Expect more of this figure - #photo #photography #nikon #nikonz5ii #z5ii #NIKKORZ24-120mmf/4S #figurephotography #toyphotography #toysky #フィギュア #Frieren #Frieren:BeyondJourney’sEnd #葬送のフリーレン #フリーレン

Frieren from Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End, depicted as a chibi elf figurine with lavender hair, pointed ears, teal eyes, and red teardrop earrings. She wears a white robe with gold trim, navy leggings, and tan boots, standing on a circular base with her head tilted and arms outstretched against a softly blurred green, blue, and warm beige background.

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George VanMeter @geovanmeter.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Who needs a fork or a spoon? #photo #photography #nikon #nikonz5ii #z5ii #NIKKORZ24-120mmf/4S #figurephotography #toyphotography #toysky #フィギュア #MonkeyDLuffy #onepiece #ワンピース #モンキー・D・ルフィ

A Luffy figure in a yellow vest and red shorts stands beside a large, blurred Campbell’s Chunky Soup can, grinning as he reaches toward it. His straw hat hangs on his back, while warm orange and muted green tones fill the softly blurred background.

George VanMeter @geovanmeter.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Clouds and Slides #photo #photography #nikon #nikonz5ii #z5ii #NIKKORZ24-120mmf/4S #ClassicMono #Abstract #Clouds #corn

A black-and-white photograph of a cornfield beneath a broad summer sky, with a large billowing cumulus cloud rising above the horizon and smaller clouds extending across the sky. The detailed rows of corn create a textured foreground.

Abstract black-and-white close-up of a curved slide, with sweeping channels, deep shadows, bright reflected highlights, and subtle scratches across the smooth surface creating a flowing geometric pattern.

George VanMeter @geovanmeter.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Road work ahead. #photo #photography #nikon #nikonz5ii #z5ii #NIKKORZ24-120mmf/4S #roadwork #construction

A black-and-white photograph looking down a city street undergoing road construction. A large roadwork sign dominates the foreground, with construction barrels, electronic signage, and a pedestrian crossing sign leading the eye toward the tree-lined street. A Casey’s store is visible on the left.

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George VanMeter @geovanmeter.bsky.social · 16/08/2026

Morning walk provided me with a variety today. #photo #photography #nikon #nikonz5ii #z5ii #NIKKORZ24-120mmf/4S #jetski #frame #lake #sunstar #cicada #cicadashell #flowers

George VanMeter @geovanmeter.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

Foggy Morning Walk - #photo #photography #nikon #nikonz5ii #z5ii #NIKKORZ24-120mmf/4S #dog #fog #flag #bee

A white and brown dog runs across a street in front of an old white-sided building, beneath a sign reading “LAB ZONE AHEAD” with a dog silhouette.

An American flag waves from a pole over a fog-covered body of water, with a distant shoreline barely visible through the mist.

A fuzzy tan and black bee feeds on small pink flowers, framed by bright green leaves against a soft gray background.

George VanMeter @geovanmeter.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Scene from the Lake - #photo #photography #nikon #nikonz5ii #z5ii #NIKKORZ24-120mmf/4S #tube #swimring

A colorful floral-patterned inflatable swim ring hangs from a wooden dock beside a metal ladder, with rippling blue water in the background. An orange mat covered with floral artwork and lettering fills the foreground.

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George VanMeter @geovanmeter.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Geese in Motion - #photo #photography #nikon #nikonz5ii #z5ii #NIKKORZ24-120mmf/4S #CandaGeese #CandaGoose #DxO9 #MotionBlue

Black-and-white photograph of several Canada geese walking along the edge of a lake, with most of the geese blurred by motion. One sharply focused goose stands in the foreground near a concrete path.

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George VanMeter @geovanmeter.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Here comes that rainy day feeling again. #photo #photography #nikon #nikonz5ii #z5ii #NIKKORZ24-120mmf/4S #Rain #LightStreaks

Early morning rain falls on a tree-lined road as a motion-blurred vehicle passes with bright headlights glowing through the mist. Red-and-white construction posts line the roadside, with a pedestrian crossing sign and wet sidewalk visible beneath the trees.

George VanMeter @geovanmeter.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Dinosaurs in the Mist - #photo #photography #nikon #nikonz5ii #z5ii #NIKKORZ24-120mmf/4S #CandaGeese #CandaGoose #fog #DxO9

A flock of Canada geese stands and grazes along a suburban sidewalk on a foggy morning. Soft mist partially hides the neighborhood in the background while one tall goose watches over the group, giving the scene a prehistoric feel.

A Canada goose stretches its wings wide as other geese gather on a foggy neighborhood street. Trees and homes fade into the morning mist, creating a quiet, prehistoric atmosphere.

George VanMeter @geovanmeter.bsky.social · 02/08/2026

Zoro - #photo #photography #nikon #nikonz5ii #z5ii #NIKKORZ24-120mmf/4S #figurephotography #toyphotography #toysky #フィギュア #OnePiece #ワンピース #ロロノア・ゾロ #RoronoaZoro

Roronoa Zoro from One Piece posed with his swords amid drifting fog, illuminated by vivid red and cool blue lighting against a soft blue background.

George VanMeter @geovanmeter.bsky.social · 02/08/2026

Scenes from Mankato, Minnesota - #photo #photography #nikon #nikonz5ii #z5ii #NIKKORZ24-120mmf/4S #Urban #City #Mankato

George VanMeter @geovanmeter.bsky.social · 01/08/2026

The Sky at 4:31 am - #photo #photography #nikon #nikonz5ii #z5ii #NIKKORZ24-120mmf/4S #Night #EarlyMorning #landscape

Long-exposure predawn view across dark blue water beneath a starry, lightly clouded sky. A distant tree-lined shoreline is dotted with red tower lights, while warm orange and white lights illuminate trees on the right and reflect across the water.

George VanMeter @geovanmeter.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

More experimenting with editing in DxO9. There are some minor things I miss from Lightroom, but I won't miss the subscription. #photo #photography #nikon #Nikon #z5ii #NIKKORZ24-120mmf/4S #figurephotography #toyphotography #toysky #フィギュア #KanaIriya #IriyaNoSoraUFOnoNatsu #伊里野加奈 #イリヤの空、UFOの夏 #DxO9

A close-up portrait of Kana Iriya from Iriya no Sora, UFO no Natsu standing in a gentle pose with one hand brushing her hair aside. She wears a white sailor-style school blouse with lavender trim, a matching pleated lavender skirt, and a magenta ribbon at the collar. Her long lavender hair flows behind her in a sweeping ponytail tied with a large white sphere, while her bright pink eyes meet the viewer with a soft, shy expression. Warm directional lighting highlights the sculpt, and the background dissolves into creamy blue, green, and burgundy bokeh, giving the figure a dreamy, intimate atmosphere.

George VanMeter @geovanmeter.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Cicada Hunter 2026 - #photo #photography #nikon #nikonz5ii #z5ii #NIKKORZ24-120mmf/4S #insects #CicadaHunter

Close-up photograph of a cicada killer wasp clinging to a blue mesh screen in a breezeway. The large wasp displays vivid amber-orange legs and wings, a black thorax, and a boldly patterned yellow-and-black abdomen. Light catches the translucent wings, revealing intricate veins and a subtle metallic sheen, while the weathered white frame and textured screen provide a contrasting backdrop.

George VanMeter @geovanmeter.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Two images from the same morning walk. #photo #photography #nikon #nikonz5ii #z5ii #NIKKORZ24-120mmf/4S #landscape #CandaGeese #CandaGoose #fog #DxO9

A tranquil fog-covered lake at sunrise with large granite boulders and green shoreline vegetation in the foreground. A thin layer of mist floats above the calm water, while distant tree-lined shores fade softly into the fog. The pale blue-gray scene is accented by a gentle warm glow from the rising sun in the upper right, and a solitary buoy stands quietly in the distance, emphasizing the stillness of the morning.

Five Canada geese glide across calm, misty water in the early morning, leaving gentle ripples behind them. Soft reflections shimmer across the lake beneath an overcast, fog-muted sky, while the birds' brown feathers and black necks stand out against the pale gray-green water. The peaceful scene captures a quiet moment of wildlife on a calm summer morning.

George VanMeter @geovanmeter.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

In memory of Daisy, our office kitty. She passed away today. Rest easy, Daisy. #cat #cats #CatsOfBlueSky

A white-and-gray office cat sits quietly indoors against a softly blurred, warm-toned background. She gazes slightly to the left with gentle golden eyes and a pink nose, her fluffy white coat accented by gray patches on her head and back. The soft lighting and shallow depth of field create a peaceful portrait.