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Pixelplace.me @pixelplace.bsky.social · 14/10/2026

This backlit daffodil absolutely glows in the sunlight. This photo was taken in early March this year. Alpha 7R ii + 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 G-Master 1/320s, f/5.6, ISO 400, 265mm #bloomscrolling #daffodils #backlit #flower #photos #photography #flowerphotos #sonyalpha

Close-up photo of a bright yellow daffodil standing tall in the center, surrounded by long, slender green leaves. The flower is illuminated from behind, making its petals appear almost translucent against a dark, softly blurred background. There are a few other daffodils out of focus in the distance.

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Pixelplace.me @pixelplace.bsky.social · 13/10/2026

Walking down the ancient stones of Via dell'Abondanza, where history feels alive around every corner. Pompeii is a must see! #photos #photography #streetphotography #ruins #pompeii #italy #travelphotos #history #viadellabondanza

A sunny, outdoor scene on a wide, ancient stone street Via dell'Abondanza, in the ruins of Pompeii. The street is paved with large, uneven, light-grey stones and is filled with a crowd of people walking away from the viewer.

In the foreground, two women are walking side-by-side. Further down the street a woman on the left wears a pink shirt, blue jeans, and a pink backpack. In the foreground, the woman on the left has long reddish-brown hair and is wearing a loose, light-green top and shorts. The woman on the right wears a pink shirt, white shorts, a black backpack, and a wide-brimmed straw hat; she has her arms slightly outstretched as if balancing or gesturing.

The street is flanked by the weathered, reddish-brown brick and stone ruins of ancient buildings, some with tall, partial walls and columns still standing. In the background, hazy blue mountains rise under a clear sky. The overall atmosphere is bright and active, capturing a busy day of sightseeing.

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Pixelplace.me @pixelplace.bsky.social · 10/10/2026

A foggy morning at the Burley Place railroad crossing, where the bare tree stands as a quiet sentinel. #weather #blueskyartshow #mist #photos #photography #baretree #winter #bleak #foggymorning #fog #rairoadcrossing

A foggy, muted landscape featuring a railroad crossing. In the foreground, a paved road curves gently toward the tracks. A large, bare deciduous tree stands prominently on the left side, its branches reaching out into the mist. Beneath the tree, there is a classic white crossbuck railroad crossing sign, a red stop sign, and a small black mailbox. To the right, a few evergreen trees are partially obscured by the heavy fog. The overall atmosphere is quiet and somewhat mysterious due to the dense fog and lack of vibrant color.

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Pixelplace.me @pixelplace.bsky.social · 10/10/2026

The dramatic storm clouds gathering over the Basilica di Santa Maria Novella create a breathtaking contrast against the historic architecture. #weather #italy #florence #photos #photography #blueskyartshow #darksky #stormclouds #stormbrewing #basilica

The Basilica di Santa Maria Novella in Florence, Italy, under a dramatic, dark, cloudy sky. The church features a striking white and green marble facade with intricate geometric patterns and a large central rose window. To the left, there is a tall, slender bell tower and a multi-story building with "GRAND HOTEL MINERVA" written on it. In front of the church, there is a paved square with a few people walking and sitting, some parked cars, and an ambulance. On the right side, there is a tall white obelisk and more people gathered near a low wall. A patch of green lawn is visible in the foreground, separated from the square by a low fence.

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Pixelplace.me @pixelplace.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

A Columbian ground squirrel showing off its beautiful reddish-tan coat. These little ones spend up to nine months of the year hibernating, so it's always a treat to see them out and about. #animalphotos #columbiangroundsquirrel #groundsquirrel #vermilionlakes #canada #banff #photos #photography

The Columbian ground squirrel is a stout rodent, measuring about 13 to 16 inches long, with a relatively short, bushy tail. It has dense fur that is a mottled gray and brown along its back, with distinct reddish-tan or bronze fur on its nose, face, chest, and legs. You can also recognize it by the pale beige rings of fur around its eyes.

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Pixelplace.me @pixelplace.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

There's nothing quite like the deep, fiery colors of a morning sky over the ocean. At the tide's edge, three small shorebirds dart back and forth, charged by that same fiery energy. #thegulf #florida #usa #fierysunrise #sunrise #sunrisephotos #photos #photography #waves #shorebirds #birds #beach

A serene, moody sunrise over a beach. The sky and water are bathed in deep, warm shades of orange and red, with soft, blurred waves rolling toward the shore. In the foreground, three small shorebirds are silhouetted against the bright, reflective wet sand as they walk along the water's edge.

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Pixelplace.me @pixelplace.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

A Blue-eyed Grass flower showing off its vibrant purple and yellow center. Nature really knows how to paint with the perfect color palette! 100mm f/2.8 Macro G-Master + 2x Teleconverter 1/400s f/11 ISO 2000 200mm #photos #photography #macro #macrophotos #bloomscrolling #blueeyedgrass

A close-up photo of a single, star-shaped flower with six pointed white petals. The center of the flower features a vibrant yellow core surrounded by a ring of deep purple that bleeds slightly outward onto the base of each petal. The background is a soft, out-of-focus blur of green and brown, which helps the bright white flower stand out clearly.

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Pixelplace.me @pixelplace.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

The true heart of a city is found in the vibrant, everyday spaces where its people gather. This bustling cafe in Venice is a favorite #3rdPlace for locals to connect and soak in the afternoon sun. #blueskyartshow #venice #church #italy #photos #photography #streetphotography #peoplewatching

A narrow, paved alleyway opening into a sunlit square, with the Chiesa di Santa Maria dei Miracoli standing prominently in the background. The church features a large, pale blue-grey dome topped with a cross, and its facade is detailed with arched windows and marble paneling.

In the square, there is an outdoor cafe area where several people are seated at tables under a large green tree. In the foreground, two men are engaged in conversation; one is standing while the other sits in a chair facing him. The buildings framing the alleyway are old, with textured, peeling paint and brickwork, and an ornate orange lantern hangs from the wall on the left.

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Pixelplace.me @pixelplace.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Finding a perfect #3rdplace is essential for the soul. This local park unexpectedly became that haven for me and others during the pandemic, offering a vital sense of connection when the world felt so far away. #photos #photography #spider #orchardorbweaver #web #forest #park #blueskyartshow

This photo features a large, intricate spider web suspended in a forest, with a small spider resting right in the center. The web is perfectly symmetrical, catching the sunlight which makes its delicate, circular threads glow against the dark, out-of-focus background of tall trees and green leaves. The lighting creates a peaceful, almost magical atmosphere, highlighting the fine details of the web's construction.

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Pixelplace.me @pixelplace.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Finding comfort in the unique, rustic corners of a favorite coffee shop. This space truly feels like the perfect #3rdPlace to unwind and recharge. #blueskyartshow #coffee #espresso #latte #recharge #photos #photography #coffeeshop #photosinside

An interior space with a rustic, hunting-lodge aesthetic. The walls are a mix of exposed red brick and white horizontal paneling, with a dark ceiling. A large, industrial-style metal chandelier with multiple warm, glowing bulbs hangs from the center.

On the brick wall, there is a large, mounted deer head with prominent antlers, flanked by two sets of smaller horns below it and two sets of long, straight horns on either side.

The white paneled wall features a large, mounted Canada goose in flight near the top. Below the goose, there is a mounted gazelle head and a small, mounted fox resting on a ledge. To the right, a framed painting with warm, abstract colors is visible. A large window with dark frames is on the far left, letting in natural light.

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Pixelplace.me @pixelplace.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

A great horned owl perched in a tree an hour before sunset. Sony Alpha 7Rv, 100-400mm G-Master, 2x Teleconverter 1/500s f/11 ISO 6400 800mm #greathornedowl #owl #bird #birdphotos #photography #photos #sonyalpha

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Pixelplace.me @pixelplace.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

The Atlanta Botanical Gardens glowing with cyan lights leading to a brilliant, illuminated tree. #atlantabotanicalgardens #holidaylights #winterwonderland #lightshow #lights #photos #photography

A nighttime scene at the Atlanta Botanical Gardens. A paved pathway leads through an archway of bare trees, their trunks and branches completely wrapped in vibrant, glowing blue and green fairy lights. At the end of the path, a large, brightly lit white Christmas tree stands as a focal point. Several people are walking along the path, their silhouettes visible against the lights. The sky above is a deep twilight blue, with a faint hint of sunset on the left horizon.

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Pixelplace.me @pixelplace.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

The vibrant lighting at Ruby Falls transforms this underground waterfall into a truly captivating scene. It is a remarkable blend of natural wonder and colorful illumination. #rubyfalls #tennessee #lights #waterfall #usa #photos #photography

A tall, thin waterfall cascading down inside a dark cave. The scene is dramatically lit with artificial colored lights. The rock wall on the left is illuminated in deep purple and magenta, while the wall on the right is bathed in bright blue. The waterfall itself catches the magenta light near the bottom, creating a vibrant pink glow. At the bottom right, a person can be seen taking a photo of the falls.

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Pixelplace.me @pixelplace.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Akureyri transformed its red traffic lights into glowing hearts the summer before the 2008 financial crash - a simple, enduring reminder to pause, breathe, and remember what truly matters. #blueskyartshow #lights #love #heart #akureyri #iceland #urbanlandscape #travelphotography #photos #photography

A close-up of a dark gray traffic light against a cloudy, overcast sky. The top light is illuminated in bright red and is uniquely shaped like a heart instead of a standard circle. Below the lights, there is a white street sign that reads "Kaupvangsstræti". In the background, there is a calm body of water and a distant, muted green landscape with low mountains.

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Pixelplace.me @pixelplace.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Morning light and a steady gaze- nothing quite like locking eyes with a lioness on safari! #wildlifephotography #lioness #nature #bigcats #safari #southafrica #welgevonden #photography #photos

A close-up photo of a lioness looking directly at the camera. She has a tawny, sandy-colored coat and intense, focused eyes. Her ears are perked up, and you can see fine details like her white whiskers and the soft texture of her fur. The background is a soft, out-of-focus blur of green and brown grass, which keeps all the attention on her face.

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Pixelplace.me @pixelplace.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

A dramatic sunset over the ocean in Destin, with golden crepuscular rays beaming down through a layer of dark clouds onto the shimmering water. #photos #photography #blueskyartshow #golden #crepuscularrays #rays #sunlight #goldensky #clouds #thegulf #usa #florida #ortoneffect

A dramatic sunset over a calm ocean. The sky is filled with rich, golden-orange light, with dark, textured clouds stretching across the top. Bright rays of sunlight break through the clouds, beaming down toward the water. The ocean below reflects the golden light, creating a shimmering, textured surface. A tiny silhouette of a boat is visible on the horizon toward the right side.

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Pixelplace.me @pixelplace.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

A glimpse of the stunning golden details inside the Cattedrale di Pisa. The architecture here never fails to amaze. #pisa #italy #blueskyartshow #golden #underconstruction #cattedraledipisa #cathedral #photos #photography

A view looking up at the golden, coffered ceiling of the Cattedrale di Pisa, framed by classical architecture. The ceiling is highly detailed with a grid of recessed square panels, each featuring intricate gold designs that are warmly illuminated. In the foreground, three smooth, grey stone columns with decorative capitals support a series of rounded arches. Above the central arches, there is a large circular emblem containing a red cross on a white background, surrounded by a geometric, star-like border. The surrounding walls are clad in alternating horizontal bands of white and dark grey marble. A temporary white construction barrier runs along the very bottom of the frame, partially obscuring the view.

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Pixelplace.me @pixelplace.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

This image captures the subtle interplay of shadow and sunlight on the Lily of the Nile's delicate structure. #bloomscrolling #lilyofthenile #kirstenboschgardens #southafrica #photos #photography #plantphotos

This is a close-up, slightly low-angle shot of a light purple Lily of the Nile flower, with its delicate, trumpet-shaped petals fully open. The flower's long, slender stamens reach outward, tipped with dark, textured anthers. Sunlight catches the edges of the petals, giving them a soft, luminous quality against a blurred background of deep blue sky and dark green foliage.

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Pixelplace.me @pixelplace.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

A striking pair of waterbuck captured in their natural habitat during the golden hour, distinguished by their impressive, curved horns and unique markings. #twosday #southafrica #nambiti #cheetahridge #safari #waterbuck #goldenhour #veld #wild #nature #thebush #gamepark #gamereserve

Two large waterbuck with long, curved horns standing in a grassy field. They are facing away from the camera, and you can see their distinct white markings on their rumps. They appear to be surrounded by some brush and small trees.

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Pixelplace.me @pixelplace.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

And if you're viewing this on a desktop display you'll probably appreciate the landscape version of this photo #photos #photography #blueskyartshow #undulating #waves #oceanspray #montereybay #california #pointjoe #usa #ocean #pacific #pch #highway1

A large turquoise wave crashing in the ocean, creating a spray of white sea foam against a dark blue sea and a misty background.

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Pixelplace.me @pixelplace.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

You can't get more minimal than this... just the sunlight streaming in and lighting up a painted interior wall. #minimal #blueskyartshow #paintedwall #sunlight #naturalgradient #photos #photography

A blue gradient background featuring a light beam effect originating from the top left corner.

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Pixelplace.me @pixelplace.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

An evening sky with a rainbow, paired with trees and a shed lit by the late afternoon sunlight, produced quite an interesting effect. The person emerging from the barn makes it even more interesting. #rainbow #lateafternoon #shed #country #trees #photography #photos #pinksky #abstractirl

A rural landscape under a dramatic purple sky. A large, weathered wooden barn stands on the right side of the frame, with a person visible standing in its doorway. To the left of the barn are several lush green trees and a grassy slope. A prominent rainbow arches across the dark, colorful sky.

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Pixelplace.me @pixelplace.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

A perfect summer scene... vibrant yellow umbrellas contrasted against the white sands and clear blue skies, while a graceful egret strolls through the scene. #beachphotography #beachday #nature #summer #blueskyartshow #summer #photography #photos #animalphotos #birdphotos #egret

A sunny beach scene with a clear blue sky. In the foreground, a white bird, likely an egret or heron, is walking across the white sand. Behind the bird, there is a row of yellow beach umbrellas providing shade for several people relaxing on beach chairs. Some of the people are wearing swimwear and towels. In the far background, some buildings and trees are visible.

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Pixelplace.me @pixelplace.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

An elegant royal tern perched atop a wooden piling, overlooking the rhythmic waves as visitors pose for photos on the shore. #wildlifephotography #nature #coastalliving #daytonabeach #volusiacounty #florida #usa #royaltern #birdphotos #beach #waves #bird

A white bird with a black cap and an orange beak (Royal Tern) perched atop a weathered wooden pole. In the background, there is a beach scene with three people standing near the shoreline of an ocean with white-capped waves under a blue sky with some clouds.

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Pixelplace.me @pixelplace.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

A fleeting moment of connection with the wild: a white-tailed deer peeking out from behind the foliage. #whitetaileddeer #deer #photos #photography #animalphotos #foliage #forestmagic #peekaboo

A deer with antlers standing in a dense, dark forest, partially obscured by green foliage. A large tree trunk is visible on the left side of the frame.

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Pixelplace.me @pixelplace.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Fall draping the shoreline in red, orange, and gold. Spanish moss swaying over still water. Lake Jackson showing off its quiet magic. #photos #photography #fallcolors #lake #bluesky #spanishmoss #lakejackson #florala #alabama #usa #peaceful #colorful #tranquil #gazebo

A scenic landscape featuring a body of water, Lake Jackson in Florala, with a sandy shoreline in the foreground. A long wooden pier extends into the water, with a covered pavilion or gazebo situated in the middle. The background is filled with a dense line of trees displaying vibrant autumn colors in shades of orange, red, and brown. Some of the taller trees on the right side of the image have Spanish moss hanging from their branches. The sky above is a clear, light blue with a few wispy clouds.

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Pixelplace.me @pixelplace.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

Another night time long exposure shot - the last for the day. The same image was then flipped and the Multiply effect was applied in Affinity. The text uses Contrast Negate. 30s f/7.1 ISO 100 22mm focal length #icm #chaos #blueskyartshow #photos #photography #nightshot #abstractphotography

Abstract, flowing streaks of golden-yellow light against a dark background, creating a sense of motion.

Abstract, flowing streaks of golden-yellow light against a dark background, creating a sense of motion. The overlaid text says CHAOS capitalized and applies a negative of the background in black and white.

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Pixelplace.me @pixelplace.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

The light shining through a textured glass window in a restaurant provided in interesting subject. There's a chaotic energy conveyed in this this shot. #abstractirl #chaos #blueskyartshow #photos #photography #abstractphotography #lava #swirling #orangered #fire

An abstract pattern of swirling red, orange, and yellow colors, resembling molten lava or fire.

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Pixelplace.me @pixelplace.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

"The Thunder Hole Sacrificial Ritual" - this crashing wave depicts a natural #chaos and the power of nature 1/500 ISO 400 f/11 28mm focal length #blueskyartshow #photos #photography #nature #thunderhole #acadianationalpark #maine #rocks #wet #wave #coastline #powerofnature #naturephotography

A dramatic scene of a large wave crashing over a metal-railed walkway and stairs built into a rocky, reddish-brown coastline. A person is visible on the walkway, partially obscured by the white spray of the water. In the background, there is a body of water and a distant, forested coastline under a cloudy sky.

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Pixelplace.me @pixelplace.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Swimmers splashing in the waves at dusk in Destin Sony 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 GM OSS + 1.4x Teleconverter f/8 1/1000s ISO 640 140mm focal length #thegulf #usa #destin #florida #swimming #sunset #waves #splash #surf #dusk #photos #photography #photooftheday #sonyalpha

A sunset scene over the ocean. The sun is low on the horizon, creating a vibrant orange and yellow sky. In the midground, silhouettes of people are visible in the water, with splashes around them and a surfboard tilted upwards on the left side. The foreground shows the dark, choppy surface of the ocean waves.

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Pixelplace.me @pixelplace.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Gambel's Quail at Valley of Fire State Park Sony 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 GM OSS f/5.6 1/500s ISO 800 400mm focal length #bird #birdphotos #photos #animalphotos #photography #valleyoffire #statepark #gambelsquail #sonyalpha #nevada #usa

A greyish-brown bird with white streaks on its wings (Gambel's Quail), standing on a large, reddish-brown rock. The bird is positioned in a desert-like environment with other reddish rocks and sandy ground.

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Pixelplace.me @pixelplace.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Sun dropping below the horizon over the gulf with a textured golden winter sky in Destin - Sony 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 GM OSS + 1.4x Teleconverter - 1/1000s f/8 ISO 320 493mm focal length #florida #thegulf #usa #sunset #goldensky #photos #photography #wintersky #sunsetphotos #sonyalpha

Sun just about to vanish below the horizon with a highly textured sky above it with streaks of dark burnt orange bands like brush strokes interrupting the golden sky above the sun's glowing orb. At the very top of the image the clouds provide a different texture like orange-brown cotton ball puffs spread all the way across.

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Pixelplace.me @pixelplace.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

Cope's Gray Treefrog on a windshield at night - shot with a Sony 100mm f/2.8 macro + 2x teleconverter - 1/640s, f/5.6, ISO 6400, 200mm focal length #SonyAlpha #MacroMonday #MacroPhotography #Photos #Photography #TreeFrog

Frog on windshield of car at night with reflection of frog on the windshield

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Pixelplace.me @pixelplace.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

Tree fern in Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden on the eastern slopes of Table Mountain in Cape Town, South Africa. #treefern #kirstenbosch #capetown #southafrica #tablemountain #earth #blueskyartshow #nature #green #plants #photos #photography #photographs #plantphotos

Tree fern takes up the full photo with the trunk stretching from the bottom-left corner to the middle-right side of the photo. The foliage from the fern tree extends to fill the photo and is lit up from above by the sun (not visible in the photo).

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