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Photos - December 2008

Underwater Photographs

December 31st 2008 10:39

Taking good photographs underwater is not easy. Not only do you need to know how to dive, but it takes very specialised equipment. The water itself also creates problems with bad lighting and colour.
Despite these obstacles, skilled photographers can create pictures like you see below.
Find many more stunning underwater images from Smashing Magazine here.

underwater photography. Surfing with strange objects beneath

underwater digital photography. Human girl face

School of fish swirl. Photos beneath the waves

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Posted By: Ian - Category: art

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World's Most Dangerous Places

December 29th 2008 10:11

If you're a tourist, these are some of the places you don't want to visit. Thanks to Telegraph.co.uk here are some potentially deadly destinations. See more vital travel information here.

Columbia

Columbia still contains the threat of kidnapping, terrorism and land mines. Especially in rural areas.

South Africa

The threat of violent crime and carjacking are ever-present in South Africa. Away from tourist areas the risk is far greater.

Nigeria

There is a very high risk of kidnapping and armed robbery in the Niger Delta area.

Zimbabwe

The political uncertainly in Zimbabwe makes it very unstable and unpredictable.

Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territories

The risk or terrorism is high all throughout Israel.

Iraq

The security situation in Iraq remains highly volatile.

Afghanistan

Afghanistan has a high threat of terrorism, with a strong risk of kidnap, violent crime and suicide attacks.

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What Would a Baby Dragon Look Like?

December 26th 2008 01:48

This is a fantastic example of what can be achieved for those skilled with graphics editing programs such as Photoshop. Very nicely done!

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Posted By: Ian - Category: art

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Motion Blur Photography

December 24th 2008 11:27

If an object moves while its picture is being taken then streaking will occur. This is because cameras have a shutter speed which might range from a few seconds to a few microseconds. Faster shutter speeds reduce the chance of streaking but it's impossible to remove it altogether.
However, photographers can use this motion blur to their advantage and create stunning images using slow shutter speeds. Some excellent examples are below. These are from Smashing magazine and you can see many more fantastic motion blur images here.

Motion Blur Photography - water fountain

Motion blur pictures - Ferris Wheel theme park

Photography image streaking - Cyclist in focus. Background blur

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Rain Photography

December 22nd 2008 11:16

When the weather turns bad some photographers may be put off taking shots as they won't obtain the stunning lighting effects they are after.
However, to the resourceful photographer rain presents an opportunity to grab some dramatic or even romantic scenes.
Here are some examples of excellent photographs taken in the rain. They came from SmashingMagazine and you can obtain extra information and find many more beautiful photos here.

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Posted By: Ian - Category: weather

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Most Expensive Paintings of All Time

December 19th 2008 10:21

Number Ten: Massacre of the Innocents by Peter Paul Rubens

Painted in 1611, Massacre represents a scene from the Bible’s Gospel According to Matthew.

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Photomicrography Competition

December 17th 2008 01:51

Every year since 1974 Nikon has held a micro-photography competition. This year was the largest ever with over 2000 images entered which ranged from ranged from microscopic organisms to drugs, plants, and even soap.
Here are some of the more popular entries from this years competition, see more at CNET news.

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Melbourne at Night

December 15th 2008 10:31

The city of Melbourne was founded on the Yarra River near Port Phillip Bay. The lower reaches of the river have been greatly influenced by the city as it grew.
Melbourne's CBD sits just north of the Yarra, tourists and local alike enjoy walking by or taking a cruise on the river. The view of the Yarra at night is spectacular from Southbank, where the panoramic picture below was taken. Open it up and soak in the atmosphere!

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Posted By: Ian - Category: cityscape

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Images of Winter

December 12th 2008 01:58

Winter is the season over the months of June, July and August in the Southern Hemisphere and December, January and February in the Northern Hemisphere. Winter has short days, cold temperatures and especially in the higher latitudes or altitudes, snow and ice.
The colour which defines winter is definitely white.
Here are some shots detailing the beautiful scenes which can be found during this time of year

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Mothers In All Colours

December 10th 2008 01:30

Mothers perform so many different roles across so many different species that it's difficult to define what motherhood involves. One thing we all know for sure, the role they perform is crucial. So let's celebrate motherhood in all its forms!

mother water fowl carrying the ducklings on her back

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Sea Serpent

December 8th 2008 11:36

A sea serpent from Olaus Magnus's book History of the Northern Peoples (1555).

A sea serpent, also known as a sea dragon are creatures which for centuries have been believed to live in the deep dark depths of the ocean, occasionally rising to the surface to reek havoc on sea going vessels and their crew. Over the last few hundred years there have been over 1000 reported sightings of sea serpents, yet there is no actual hard evidence of their existence.

The first American sea serpent, reported from Cape Ann, Massachusetts, in 1639.

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Posted By: Ian - Category: marine life

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The Great Depression

December 5th 2008 08:07

The Great Depression is the largest economic downturn in modern history. It began in 1929 and lasted for about 10 years. It had devastating effects on many countries and its citizens. When the depression hit:
• 13 million people became unemployed.
• Industrial production fell by nearly 45% between the years 1929 and 1932

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Mickey Mouse Turns 80 Years Old

December 3rd 2008 07:43

Mickey Mouse is the most famous character and icon for the Walt Disney Company. His birthday is celebrated as November 18th, 1928 with the release of Steamboat Willie making him 80 years old. Interestingly, he first appeared in another feature called Plane Crazy on March 15th 1928 which was not such a success with audiences.
Let's take a look at Mickey Mouse from his humble beginnings to today, where he is known world wide. Thanks to guardian.co.uk. for these images.

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HangBoarding

December 1st 2008 10:46

Hangboarding is the latest sport to hit the ski slopes. Invented in 2001, hangboarding involves a T-Shaped bar which fits to a standard snowboard. The rider is suspended from this mount in mid air via cables and rides the hangboard similar to a hang glider. This feeling of weightlessness and speed is apparently quite an extreme feeling.

Check out the official product website for more info

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Posted By: Ian - Category: sport

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