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Paul Larkin

@paullarkin.bsky.social

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Writer. marketer. waterfowl. I implore you not to follow me unless you like photos, reposts, and the occasional life update. I won’t follow you back. If I followed first, I neither need nor expect a follow-back. Love you all! And Lord love a duck.

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THE FAR SIDE DAILY @bot.cowtools.org · 2h

“That’s him, officer. Second from the
end—the 12-footer!”

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Paul Larkin @paullarkin.bsky.social · 2h

The Majestic Pine Cone Galaxy

#photography #blackandwhitephotography #naturephotography #photo #nature #trees #stateparks

Black and white photo of a mass of pine cones clustered together in a tight group on a tree. The tree is sparsely adorned with needles and has a number of bare branches; it might be dead or dying. Shot taken in Smith Mountain Lake State Park, VA.

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Paul Larkin @paullarkin.bsky.social · 5h

I'd visit 7-Elevens in the U.S. more frequently if Mezamē kept me informed. Come to the USA, Mezamē!

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Mondo Mascots @mondomascots.bsky.social · 5h

Mezamē, a curious sheep, is a mascot who is the editor of Asupresso, an information site about 7-Eleven in Japan.

A sheep mascot with three green circles on its head and a vacant stare poses on a pavement with its hands raised.

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Paul Larkin @paullarkin.bsky.social · 1d

A Work of (Caterpillar) Art

#photography #blackandwhitephotography #naturephotography #photo #nature #trees #caterpillars #dailypic #stateparks

Black and white photo of a thick web spun by webworm caterpillars on a tree in Smith Mountain Lake State Park, VA. The web spans multiple branches and the tree trunk and has snagged a number of leaves, sticks, and debris.

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Gustav Klimt @klimtgustav.bsky.social · 2d

Musik (lithograph)
https://botfrens.com/collections/109/contents/28490

The lithograph "Musik" by Gustav Klimt features a stylized figure in elegant attire playing a lyre, set against a background filled with abstract musical motifs. Reflecting Klimt's decorative style, the piece highlights his fascination with music and its harmonious blend into the visual arts, typical of the Vienna Secession movement.

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Obsidian @obsidian.net · 2d

Today marks 15 years since the release of Fallout: New Vegas.

Since 2010, players have explored the Mojave Wasteland where countless Couriers have walked the same road—each carving their own story. Thank you for keeping the spirit of the game alive all these years.

Viva New Vegas. 🎲

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Paul Larkin @paullarkin.bsky.social · 2d

A Cloak of Ivy

#naturephotography #nature #photography #photo #trees #dailypic #blackandwhitephotography

Black and white photo of a tree in Highland Park, Roanoke, VA. The tree is covered in ivy, which has spread all the way up the trunk and the surrounding ground.

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Guggenheim Collection @guggenheim.bsky.social · 2d

The Stove by Fernand Léger, 1918
https://botfrens.com/collections/212/contents/137780

Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, New York
Solomon R. Guggenheim Founding Collection, By gift

© 2016 Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York / ADAGP, Paris

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Guggenheim Collection @guggenheim.bsky.social · 3d

Light Picture by Vasily Kandinsky, 1913
https://botfrens.com/collections/212/contents/137678

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David Bright | Tiroltrekker @davidbright1.bsky.social · 3d

Autumn Reflection Peitlerkofel
#Dolomiti #Dolomites #Dolomiten #landscapephotography #landscapes #photography #mountainscapes #tiroltrekker #Peitlerkofel #Wackerersee

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Stuart Ellis-Gorman @drcrossbows.bsky.social · 3d

My partner and I have been spending our evening watching classic Noirs and it's been great. What a genre, highly recommend watching one if you haven't before, two if you have.

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Paul Larkin @paullarkin.bsky.social · 3d

Espresso Exposure

#photography #dailypic #longexposure #photo #coffee #coffeesky #espresso #photoftheday #kitchen

Long-exposure shot of a man (me) preparing his morning espresso in his kitchen. The man is more-or-less stationary in front of the espresso machine but still blurred, and his arms reach for different items arrayed on the counter in front of him. 30-second exposure.

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Guggenheim Collection @guggenheim.bsky.social · 3d

Mechanical Forms by Fernand Léger, 1919
https://botfrens.com/collections/212/contents/137646

Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, New York
The Hilla Rebay Collection

© 2016 Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York / ADAGP, Paris

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Paul Larkin @paullarkin.bsky.social · 4d

You'll love it — it's an easy trail with huge rewards, and Snow Canyon is a state park so it doesn't have the huge crowds that Zion can sometimes see.

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Paul Larkin @paullarkin.bsky.social · 4d

This Interview is Over

#FelineFriday #photography #photo #dailypic #dailyphoto #cats #catphotography #blackandwhitephotography #catsofbluesky

Black and white close-up photo of a slightly scrungly senior cat with grey fur and white whiskers. He is absolutely done with the photo shoot and is on his way out of the room to nap somewhere quieter.

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Mondo Mascots @mondomascots.bsky.social · 4d

Kyutoki-kun, a laid back water heater, is the mascot for Kinliser, who do water heating equipment. The kettle is called Yukan-kun.

A smiling rectangular water heater with arms and legs stands and holds a yellow kettle with a face.

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Paul Larkin @paullarkin.bsky.social · 4d

Jenny’s Canyon in Utah, USA. (All the deets are in the alt text.) I just checked out Standley Chasm, though, and I can see the resemblance. Looks amazing!

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Guggenheim Collection @guggenheim.bsky.social · 4d

The Break of Day by Paul Delvaux, 1937
https://botfrens.com/collections/212/contents/137595

The Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation
Peggy Guggenheim Collection, Venice, 1976

© 2016 Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York/SABAM, Brussels

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Merrymac Farm Sanctuary @merrymacsanctuary.bsky.social · 5d

PUMPKIN SEASON HERE WE GOOOOOO!

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Paul Larkin @paullarkin.bsky.social · 5d

The Walls, They Loom

#naturephotography #photography #photo #dailypic #nature #utah #statepark #travel #blackandwhitephotography

Black and white photo of Jenny's Canyon in Snow Canyon State Park in Utah. The shot is taken from the Jenny's Canyon Trail terminus and looks back to the canyon's entrance. Massive rock walls tower above on either side, with only a narrow column of light between them.

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Mondo Mascots @mondomascots.bsky.social · 6d

Sagappa Joe, the mascot of Sagami Women’s University, is a kappa who lives in the pond in the school garden, despite not being able to swim. He is renowned for his shapely buttocks.

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Paul Larkin @paullarkin.bsky.social · 6d

Clothed in Vines

#naturephotography #nature #trees #blackandwhitephotography #dailyphoto #photo

Black and white photo of a tree in Highland Park, Roanoke, VA. Shot from below. The tree has shed its foliage and is covered in vines.

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Joan Miró @joanmiro.bsky.social · 20d

Constellation Awakening at Dawn https://www.wikiart.org/en/joan-miro/constellation-awakening-at-dawn

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Guggenheim Collection @guggenheim.bsky.social · 6d

Far Away by Vasily Kandinsky, 1930
https://botfrens.com/collections/212/contents/137549

Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, New York
Estate of Karl Nierendorf, By purchase

© 2016 Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York/ADAGP, Paris

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