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Aphid Farming
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We ants may tap your aphids for your dew.
You may not wish their sucking or our care
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#photography #macrophotography #macrophoto #nature #sea #meri #rannikko #seashore #barnacles #intertidal
Extreme close-up of clustered barnacle shells on a rock. The ridged, white calcareous plates fill the frame, with dark, circular openings between them. One barnacle in the foreground shows a small amber droplet at its tip. Soft, warm lighting and shallow depth of field create a creamy, abstract background.
November 11, 2025 at 12:49 PM
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#photography #nature #haze #sea #meri #shoreline #water #fishing #fishingboat #ripples #seascape #bluehour #minimalism #hazy
A calm, open sea under a pale, hazy sky fills most of the frame. On the right, a small white-and-blue fishing boat heads to the right, leaving a dark ribbon of wake behind it. The water is smooth with gentle ripples, and the horizon is flat and distant. The scene feels quiet and minimal, viewed from a slightly elevated vantage point.
November 8, 2025 at 10:12 AM
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#photography #nature #haze #sea #meri #shoreline #water #seascape #bluehour #minimalism #hazy
A tranquil seascape at dawn or dusk with soft pastel light. The ocean fills the frame in layered blues, gently rippled and calm. Near the lower left, a long, low dark strip—likely a rock shelf or breakwater—peeks above the water with a few tiny birds perched along it. The distant horizon is hazy, and thin, streaky clouds stretch across a pale peach and blue sky. Minimalist and serene.
November 6, 2025 at 4:56 PM
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#photography #nature #sea #meri #rannikko #water #shoreline #pebbles #beach #wave #shells #texture #overcast
Low-angle view of a pebbly beach at the shoreline. Wet stones and bits of shell fill the foreground, many out of focus, with shallow water lapping over them. A small, foamy wave breaks in the mid-distance. The sky is overcast and gray, giving the scene muted, cool tones and a calm, quiet mood.
November 5, 2025 at 7:05 PM
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#photography #macro #macrophotography #macrophoto #wildflowers #nature #flowers #wildflower #meadow #grassland #daisy
A close-up macro of a daisy-like flower bud just beginning to open. Slender pink-lavender petals curve inward, forming a crown around a yellow central disc. A fuzzy green stem is visible at the bottom. Warm sunlight catches the petal tips, while the background is softly blurred in muted browns and greens.
November 3, 2025 at 8:54 PM
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#photography #sunset #solnedgang #auringonlasku #sonnenuntergang #goldenHour #silhouette #evening #abend #ilta #sky #clouds #rail #industrial #railroad #railway #catenary #overheadLines
Silhouette of a railway catenary mast with counterweights and pulley assemblies, with wires running diagonally across the frame. Behind it, a sky of blue and soft clouds glows with warm orange light from a low sun. The image focuses on the overhead electrification hardware; no train or ground is visible. Strong industrial lines contrast with the colorful sunset clouds.
October 26, 2025 at 9:46 PM
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Same fastening system! 😀 Here's an autumn detail:
Close-up of an old railway sleeper with dry grasses and fallen yellow-brown leaves scattered across the wood. On the right edge, a rusty cast-iron baseplate with a large bolt is partly in frame. The background shows out-of-focus ballast stones and a green leaf, giving a shallow-depth-of-field, autumn feel. Textures of weathered wood and corroded metal are prominent.
October 25, 2025 at 10:08 AM
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#photography #macro #macrophotography #macrophoto #wildflowers #nature #flowers #wildflower #meadow #grassland #erigeron #fleabane #daisy #fijnstraal
A tight macro of a small daisy-like flower with a vivid yellow center in sharp focus. Thin white petals splay outward and curl at the tips, some appearing slightly ragged. Warm side light highlights the textured disk florets while the petals glow softly. The background is dark and blurred, making the flower and a short section of green stem stand out in strong contrast.
October 24, 2025 at 7:44 PM
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#photography #railway #railroad #tracks #industrial #autumn #fall #abandoned #overgrown #rosehips #rosehip #nypon #hagebutte #hagebutten #goldenHour #evening #ilta
A scenic autumn view showing a set of curved railway tracks partially obscured by thin tree branches with a few dry leaves. The background is softly lit by warm evening sunlight, creating a golden, tranquil atmosphere among the trees.
October 23, 2025 at 3:07 PM
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#photography #macro #macrophotography #macrophoto #BlackAndWhite #b&w #classicMono #monochrome #natureDetails #leaf #feuille #frost #givre #earlyWinter #lateAutum #lateFall #herbst #winterMorning
Close-up black-and-white photo of a fallen leaf coated in frost. Tiny ice crystals outline the leaf’s veins and serrated edges, giving it a rough, sparkling texture. The leaf rests among other leaves and a few stiff grass blades, all lightly rimed. Strong contrast emphasizes the frosty details against the darker background.
October 22, 2025 at 1:01 PM
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#photography #macro #macrophotography #macrophoto #flowers #wildflower #wildflowers #botany #nature #autumn #hedgerow #mûre #rubus #blackberry
Macro photo of a white bramble (Rubus) flower in bloom. Crinkled petals surround a tight center of pale green pistils and many brown, pollen-dusted anthers. A fuzzy green calyx and a slightly hairy, thorny stem are visible beneath the blossom, with a small unopened bud on the side. The background is a soft blur of green leaves, keeping the focus on the flower. Lighting is natural and even, with muted colors and shallow depth of field.
October 19, 2025 at 9:10 PM
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#photography #BlackAndWhite #b&w #classicMono #monochrome #railway #railroad #catenary #lines #sky #clouds #storm #light #sunrays #sunbeams
A black and white photograph shows dark storm clouds partially covering the sky, with bright rays of sunlight breaking through the gaps. Several diagonal catenary lines cross the scene, creating a geometric contrast against the natural forms of the clouds. The strong light and shadow emphasize the texture of the clouds, giving the image a dramatic and moody atmosphere. The composition feels both industrial and ethereal, blending human infrastructure with the power of nature.
October 6, 2025 at 7:31 PM
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#photography #railway #railroad #tracks #industrial #autumn #fall #abandoned #overgrown #rosehips #rosehip #nypon #hagebutte #hagebutten
travelling
Close-up view of an old, unused railway track. The image focuses on the side of the rail, showing weathered wooden ties and rusted bolts securing the track. Overgrown branches with green leaves and small red fruits (rose hips) hang over and across the rail, giving the scene an abandoned and naturally reclaimed look.
October 4, 2025 at 7:08 PM
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#photography #wildflowers #macro #macrophotography #macrophoto #nature #bug #bugsky #insect #flowers #tansy #wildflower #meadow #grassland
A close-up photo of a green shield bug perched on a cluster of bright yellow tansy flowers. The insect’s legs and antennae are clearly visible as it clings to the textured, button-like blooms. The background is softly blurred in shades of green, highlighting the sharp details of the bug and flowers in the foreground.
September 28, 2025 at 2:25 PM
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#photography #macro #macrophotography #macrophoto #close-up #nature #flowers #gardening #garden #stamen #stamens #anthers #hemerocallis #daylily #päivänlilja
This is a close-up macro photograph of a flower’s stamens. The bright yellow filaments rise gracefully, each topped with anthers that are partly covered in pollen. The background is a smooth, blurred golden yellow, enhancing the focus on the delicate details of the stamens. The image captures the intricate textures and vibrant warmth of the flower’s reproductive structures.
September 19, 2025 at 6:26 PM
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#photography #nature #flowers #close-up #gardening #garden #withering #wilting #coneflower #sonnenhut
Close-up of two coneflowers in late bloom, their petals faded to pale pink and beige with edges curled and tattered. The centers are full and spiky, with dense overlapping bracts in shades of orange, brown, and green. The flowers lean slightly, showing signs of age and weathering. The background is softly blurred, with muted earthy tones that highlight the textures and colors of the flowers in the foreground.
September 14, 2025 at 7:43 PM
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#photography #nature #mountains #LandscapePhotography #landscape #scape #hiking #outdoors
A narrow dirt hiking trail winds through alpine greenery and pine trees with small pink flowers on the right. In the background, a valley with small villages and farmland is visible, surrounded by towering mountains, one with a snow-dusted peak, under a cloudy sky.
September 11, 2025 at 7:17 PM
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#photography #nature #macro #bug #bugsky #ladybug #ladybird

It did!
A bright red ladybug with black spots is perched exactly on top of a slender green plant stem. Its shiny shell reflects the light, highlighting the contrast between the vivid red and deep black markings. The fine details of its legs and antennae cling delicately to the stem. The background is soft and blurred green.
September 8, 2025 at 8:36 PM
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#photography #close-up #nature #meadow #grassland #silhouette #sunset #kaura #owies #hafer #oat
Silhouette of oat seed heads hanging from a thin stem against a warm sunset sky, with orange and yellow hues blending into soft blue and gray tones.
September 6, 2025 at 9:26 PM
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#photography #macro #macrophotography #macrophoto #nature #flowers #garden #lobularia #alyssum #sweetAlyssum
This photo shows a cluster of delicate Sweet Alyssum flowers in bloom. The blossoms are tiny, with four white petals that fade into pale purple near the center, surrounding bright yellow-orange stamens. Some unopened buds, deep purple in color, are grouped close to the open flowers. The background is softly blurred in shades of green and brown, keeping the focus on the sharp details of the blossoms.
September 3, 2025 at 6:45 PM
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#photography #close-up #UrbanGaze #streetPhotography #streetPhoto #street #streets #cobble #cobblestone #cobblestoneStreet
#BlackAndWhite #bnw #urbanTextures #streetDetails
A close-up, black-and-white photograph of a wet cobblestone street. The surface glistens under dim light, highlighting the rough textures of the uneven stones. A smooth, flat strip of pavement runs diagonally across the left side, contrasting with the rugged cobblestones.
August 31, 2025 at 6:12 PM
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#photography #macro #macrophotography #macrophoto #nature #meadow #grassland #mustikka #bosbes #bilberry #bilberries #heidelbeere
A close-up of a single ripe bilberry (blueberry) still attached to its plant. The blueberry is deep blue with a slightly dusty surface and a distinct circular blossom scar at the end. Surrounding the berry are thin green stems and narrow grass-like leaves, with some dry brown blades crossing the frame. Another bilberry, out of focus, can be seen in the background, adding depth to the image. The photo highlights the natural texture and detail of the berry in its wild environment.
August 28, 2025 at 6:16 PM
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#photography #wildflowers #macro #macrophotography #macrophoto #nature #flowers #wildflower #grassland #kanerva #røsslyng #heide #heidekraut #besenheide #heather
A close-up of a heather plant shows small, bell-shaped flowers in pale purple hues. The blossoms cluster neatly along a tall green stem with tiny leaves. The background is softly blurred in green and lavender tones, highlighting the delicate flowers.
August 26, 2025 at 8:10 PM
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#photography #macro #macrophotography #macrophoto #nature #flowers #gardening #garden #coneflower #sonnenhut
Macro photograph of a pink coneflower (Echinacea). The image focuses on the flower’s vibrant central disk, which is covered with dense, upright, orange and red spiky florets that gradually shift in color from deep red at the base to bright orange at the tips. Surrounding the disk are long, narrow petals in shades of soft pink to magenta, radiating outward and slightly curved. The green bracts at the base of the flower head are visible beneath the petals, with fine details of their texture and edges in focus. The blurred background creates contrast, drawing attention to the sharp details of the flower’s center and petals.
August 24, 2025 at 8:44 PM
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#photography #macro #macrophotography #macrophoto #UrbanGaze #streetPhotography #streetPhoto #water #street #streets
Close-up of a faucet in dim lighting with a smooth, clear stream of water flowing straight down. The metal faucet is dark and reflective, and the water appears glossy with highlights catching the light, contrasting against the shadowy background.
August 22, 2025 at 3:28 PM