Real Pumpkin Faces

Pumpkin

originally uploaded by Elido Turco - Gigi.

Getting a great picture doesn't just come from the "perfect" camera, It can also come from the perfect subject that just happens to be in the most common of places. I am of course a texture junkie so these pumpkin  faces are some of  my favorites which were captured by Elido Turco an Italian Photographer these are from his  Flickr Photostream.

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Jucker Farmart

Elido Turco lives in Udine Italy and is a traveling  professional Photographer where his portfolio encompasses every aspect of photography imaginable.  His photo's will take you on a journey through all corners of the world and natural wonders. Be sure to check out Elido's Flickr Photostream as well as his Website.

The pumpkins are from Juker Farmart, a little village of Seegräben,where a farm in Switzerland is a popular destination for a day of fun. It's currently Pumpkin season at the farm and have been the main attraction. .

Bark and Texture

pandanus bark, originally uploaded by *omnia*.

 

Brenda is a natural at finding interesting Bark and Textures to photograph. She also has an incredible eye for color. Check out her Flickr photostream to see more of this very talented artist's Photos.

Paul Bannick's New Book The Owl and the Woodpecker

Today on my Facebook page NPR had a headline story at the Picture Show on Nature Photographer Paul Bannick's beautiful new book. Touted as an "environmental Purist" he takes intimate pictures with these amazing creatures.The book is full of his Photos as well as his stories in getting up close and personal with these animals. He is definitely passionate about not only the appreciation of these critters but also their survival and is a treasure for all animal lovers! Check out articles, photos and even get yourself a copy of the book :-)
The book is The Owl and the Woodpecker.


"Award winning photographer, Paul Bannick specializes in the natural history of North America, with a special focus on his beloved Pacific Northwest. Paul has coupled his love of the outdoors with his skill as a photographer to create images intended to foster intimacy between the viewer and subject in order to inspire education and conservation."

Dancing with Light some Water and PSP

Pelicans, originally uploaded by Mommyof4Ruggies.

These awesome Pictures are from Roberta Schonborg at  Mommyof4Ruggies on her Flickr Photostream. Check it out for many more of these beauties! Be sure to read the comments under the pic.s in Roberta's photostream, you'll find tons of tips. She's not only super talented she share's her insights :-)

Tropical Photos by Larson

These incredible photos are from the Photographer Darrel Larson. He currently lives in San Diego and travels the world taking photos. He has a website were his work is available for sale, and has a blog where he writes about his process and hands out tips to his readers.