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Thanks, Daniel. So true how clouds can surprise us, and amaze and amuse as well. You’ve captured some beautiful tones in The Cradle. I can almost hear the lullaby of wind.
Below, the clouds took on an almost mirrored look, topped off with a little accent.
Nice capture, Michael, with those highlights peeking through.
When the wide contrail descended below a tree line, it looked to be offering a soft landing place for falling bits of cloud.
A warm welcome to you, Trevor — and an impressive, dramatic first post! Hope to see many more images from you here on the B&W topic.
Love those waves in any direction, Michael and Hans, even when they almost appear to be quietly quivering in place.
Good VibrationsBeautiful displays in the recent images above from Michael, Hans, Daniel, Don, and Ruth, with the wind acting like the hand of an invisible artist.
As for the question posed by Ruth, it seems there’s no limit to the wonders up there!
This That And Then SomeArizona B&W#175 has an ethereal landscape feel, Michael. I’d like to travel that undulating trail into the distant hills. Who knows where it might lead?
Wherever that may be, I’d like to be dressed appropriately, or even better, with a flair for whimsey. Your Mad Hat with its feather, plume and even a hint of veil would be just the ticket, Hans. I should like to wear it even with no where to go but in my mind. Today, for sure ’twould be the shore ~ to celebrate World Oceans Day.
Ocean EmotionWe’re back to blue skies again here, but not before this treat from just two days ago…
A Wee Bit Of Late Afternoon IridescenceSounds similar to how I’ve often heard it explained, Hans. It does indeed have to do with the brain and how it processes visual information. In order to identify and determine the significance of what we see, we search our memories, making comparisons to shapes we’re familiar with through past experience. As you’ve pointed out, this process is beneficial to our survival. Imagine seeing a vague shape in the distance that could be a bush… but might be a bear?! Pareidolia can be a handy asset.
That said, some people tend to have a looser leash than others on the ability to see things in anomalous shapes. An additional benefit, for those of us who do, is an endless zoo, a rich cast of characters, or fantasy garden of delights awaiting us whenever we cloud gaze. Still, a question remains: Do We Always See What We Want To See?
Something Tells Me It’s All Happening At The ZooLove your Ghostly Bystanders, Hans. Perhaps they thought they were seeing double? This one looks a bit hare-ied. He’s probably thinking he should hop on over to the ‘looks like’ topic.
Another Rabbit?!Meanwhile, something a bit more abstract…
Wonderfully whimsical image, Don! I love the fuzzy question mark above that character’s head. To my eye, it looks like she or he, with outstretched arm, is saying, What?! Just look up, my friend! to the character who appears to be gazing at the ground.
And I agree with you, Ruth! There is simple, amazing, amusing fun in spotting clouds — even without a camera.
Is There Any Doubt?[Pushing the contrast helped the image above somewhat. Unfortunately, it’s still a very grainy photo, due to the distance factor.]
A perfectly reasonable question, Ruth, as posed by a unquestionable anteater! Come to think of it, I’ve been wondering the same thing…
Pondering The Possibilities
PS: On the other hand, there is no question as to why your photo of clouds reflected in the Missouri River appeared on the CAS Gallery yesterday. It’s a beauty! Congratulations!
Love your Nebula Beyond, Hans! It has the magical magnetic appeal of a giant bubble blown by a gleeful child.
We’re stuck with a few blue sky days here, but just last week, there was this afternoon treat…
I had to take a closer look…
Too funny, this bunny appearing right on time! Leave it to you, Michael, to pull a White Rabbit right out of thin air. Amusing and amazing!!
In his rush, some fur went flying…
Flying FurI like the formation of the foursome you captured, Michael. And thanks for kind words, Hans. You must know, pareidolia is always welcome. Your sunbather is truly basking in it. He looks so restful.
No time to say hello goodbye, though, if one hopes to catch up with a certain rushing rabbit.
The Rabbit HoleIt seems a peaceable kingdom up there, Ruth. And I’m sure your rabbit would be warmly welcomed by the Bird and Bear below. They seem content to share this patch of deep blue sky with other bits and bobs of cloud-creatures-in-the-making.
Good Vibrations
This That And Then Some
Ocean Emotion
A Wee Bit Of Late Afternoon Iridescence
Something Tells Me It’s All Happening At The Zoo
Another Rabbit?!
Is There Any Doubt?
Flying Fur
The Rabbit Hole
Not Quite Four-Part Harmony
