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Lisa
@lisastockton.bsky.social
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I post photography from my travels. All images are my own except for reposts.
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Hobbiton
#stunday #eastcoastkin #travel #photography
A picturesque rural scene featuring a traditional thatched-roof cottage with timber framing situated along a tranquil river or stream. In the foreground, a wooden dock extends into the calm water with a small rowing boat moored nearby. The cottage appears to be a historic water mill, with its characteristic overhanging upper story and rustic charm. Lush green hills roll gently in the background under a partly cloudy blue sky, while mature trees and abundant vegetation frame the peaceful waterside setting. The scene captures the quintessential English countryside atmosphere with its combination of natural beauty and traditional architecture.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
August 17, 2025 at 8:05 AM
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View over Barry’s Bay towards Akaroa, New Zealand
#scape #eastcoastkin #travel #photography
A scenic landscape view of rolling green hills and farmland overlooking a large body of water. The foreground shows grassy pastures with scattered trees and forest patches, leading down to a harbor or bay in the middle distance. Beyond the water, more green hills and mountains extend to the horizon under a partly cloudy sky. The terrain appears lush and pastoral, typical of coastal agricultural regions
August 15, 2025 at 6:50 AM
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Yu Garden Pavilion, Shanghai
#palacesandgardens #exterior #eastcoastkin #travel #photography
Traditional Chinese pavilion with distinctive upturned eaves and ornate wooden architecture built over a pond. The multi-story structure features dark wooden lattice windows, red columns, and decorative carved elements typical of classical Chinese garden design. The building extends over calm water supported by white stone pillars, with orange koi fish visible swimming beneath. Visitors can be seen sitting on the covered balcony overlooking the water. The scene includes traditional Chinese lanterns hanging from the eaves and landscaped gardens with rocks and trees in the background, creating a serene traditional Chinese garden setting.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
August 14, 2025 at 11:05 AM
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Card players in Jingshan Park, Beijing
#humansofbluesky #classicmono #eastcoastkin #travel #photography
August 14, 2025 at 10:51 AM
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Inside Casa Batlló, Barcelona.
Gaudí has all the best windows.
#windowsonwednesday #eastcoastkin #travel #photography
View through a curved glass window with wooden frame showing an ornate interior courtyard or atrium. The space features elaborate architectural details including decorative moldings, arched doorways, and a distinctive patterned ceiling or wall with geometric designs. Multiple levels are visible with classical architectural elements, and warm lighting illuminates the cream and beige colored surfaces. The wooden window frame appears to be part of a historic or luxury building interior.
August 13, 2025 at 8:45 AM
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View from the beach across Aitutaki Lagoon

#stunday #eastcoastkin #photographersofbluesky #travel #photography
A pristine tropical beach scene featuring a distinctive line of dark seaweed or coral debris running diagonally across white sand from the foreground toward the water. The crystal-clear turquoise ocean stretches to the horizon, dotted with several small boats in the distance. Above, a dramatic sky displays a mix of bright blue patches and billowing white and gray clouds creating a dynamic cloudscape. The shallow water near the shore shows beautiful color gradations from pale green to deeper turquoise, while the sandy beach appears mostly untouched except for the natural debris line. The overall scene captures the raw beauty of a tropical paradise under changing weather conditions.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
August 10, 2025 at 6:59 AM
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The Imperial City, Hue
#palacesandgardens #exterior #coloraday #yellowthur #eastcoastkin #travel #photography
A vibrant and ornately decorated Vietnamese temple or pagoda featuring intricate architectural details. The building showcases elaborate multi-colored ceramic and mosaic work with dragons, traditional motifs, and geometric patterns covering the facade. The structure has distinctive curved rooflines with decorative elements and spires typical of Vietnamese religious architecture. Colorful shuttered windows in yellow and red punctuate the heavily ornamented walls. In the foreground, ornate dragon sculptures and decorative pillars line a paved walkway where visitors can be seen in the distance. The scene is set under a partly cloudy blue sky with trees visible in the background.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
August 7, 2025 at 6:11 AM
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Problem with #BlueSky is that there are many creative people. I try to share posts & explore those who may not be as prominent with their work whom I think should be seen. I plan to do more of that. Embrace who you know and don't know! Have a good day x

#UKbirding #UKWildlife #Birds #photography
An Egyptian goose stands with wings open as if to embrace his partner. His partner is standing faci g him and appears to be unperturbed.
August 5, 2025 at 11:24 AM
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Inside La Pedera, Barcelona
#windowsonwednesday #eastcoastkin #travel #photography
Looking up from the courtyard of Casa Milà (La Pedrera) in Barcelona, showing Gaudí’s distinctive undulating stone facade with its flowing balconies and sculptural chimneys against a clear blue sky. The photograph captures the building’s characteristic curved architecture from a low angle, emphasizing the organic, wave-like forms of the modernist structure.
August 6, 2025 at 6:16 AM
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Fox Glacier, New Zealand
#mountainmonday #blueskymonday #eastcoastkin #travel #photography
Dramatic aerial view of snow-covered mountain peaks with thick glacial ice formations. The scene shows multiple jagged mountain summits rising through billowing white and gray clouds, creating a layered landscape of blue-tinted rock faces, pristine white snow, and flowing glacial ice. The mountains appear to be part of a major mountain range, with steep rocky outcrops contrasting against smooth, windswept snow fields and glacier formations that cascade between the peaks.
August 4, 2025 at 6:27 AM
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El Nido, Bacuit Peninsula - Philippines
#stunday #eastcoastkin #travel #photography
August 3, 2025 at 7:06 AM
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Chiang Rai Clock Tower at Night
#scape #coloraday #bwfri #eastcoastkin #travel #photography
A nighttime street scene in black and white, featuring ornate, dragon-themed lampposts strung with star-shaped lights. In the background is a highly decorative clock tower. A motorbike with two riders is in motion in the foreground, while a Pizza Hut sign and other storefronts are visible along the street.
August 1, 2025 at 7:08 AM
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Independence Day 2023, Efate Island, Vanuatu
#humansofbluesky #coloraday #yellowthur #eastcoastkin #travel #photography
A vibrant cultural celebration takes place on a grassy field under a bright blue sky. In the foreground, a group of people wearing colorful traditional clothing in yellow, red, and green floral patterns walk together, with one person prominently carrying the flag of Vanuatu - featuring red, black, and green horizontal stripes with a yellow Y-shaped design and circular emblem. The scene appears to be a festival or cultural event, with many more participants visible in the background also dressed in traditional attire. Trees and small buildings can be seen in the distance, and the setting has the feel of a community gathering or national celebration in a Pacific island nation.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
July 31, 2025 at 5:56 AM
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Independence Day 2023, Efate Island, Vanuatu
#humansofbluesky #coloraday #yellowthur #eastcoastkin #travel #photography
A group of people in colorful traditional Pacific Islander clothing walk across a concrete plaza or courtyard. Four people are prominently featured wearing vibrant wraparound garments (pareusaurong/sulu) in various shades of green, yellow, and blue with tropical floral patterns. In the background, there’s a modern building with large windows and a white banner or sign visible. Additional people can be seen gathered near the building, some in casual Western clothing. The scene appears to be taking place at a cultural event or gathering in what looks like a tropical or Pacific island setting.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
July 31, 2025 at 5:54 AM
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Independence Day 2023, Efate Island, Vanuatu
#humansofbluesky #coloraday #yellowthur #eastcoastkin #travel #photography
A group of people in vibrant traditional clothing gather on a concrete waterfront promenade with metal railings. In the foreground, a woman sits wearing a bright yellow dress with red accents and floral patterns. Behind her, three people stand together - two wearing orange and black patterned garments and one in yellow - appearing to be engaged in conversation or taking photos. The scene overlooks a stunning turquoise ocean with a lush, mountainous tropical island visible in the distance under a partly cloudy blue sky.
July 31, 2025 at 5:52 AM
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A productive day at the beach… taken at Frankston Sand Sculpting Championships a few years ago.
#wackywednesdayart #eastcoastkin #travel #photography
A detailed sand sculpture depicting two stylized creatures. On the left, a large, muscular, lion-like beast with a fierce expression looms over a smaller, cartoonish creature emerging from the sand, which has exaggerated features including wide eyes, large ears, and its tongue sticking out playfully. The sculpture is set against a backdrop of textured sand and turret-like structures, under a partly cloudy sky.
July 30, 2025 at 8:13 AM
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Uluru, Northern Territory
#rockintuesday #eastcoastkin #travel #photography
A large red sandstone monolith rises from the Australian outback landscape under a cloudy sky. The massive rock formation displays distinctive vertical ridges and weathering patterns on its rust-colored surface. In the foreground, golden native grasses and green shrubland stretch across the desert plain, with some wooden fence posts visible among the vegetation. The scene is captured during golden hour lighting, creating warm tones across the landscape.” This is Uluru (Ayers Rock), one of Australia’s most iconic natural landmarks, photographed from a distance showing its impressive scale against the surrounding Central Australian desert environment.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
July 29, 2025 at 4:58 AM
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Long tail boats at Ko Phi Phi Don
#blueskymonday #eastcoastkin #travel #photography
A scenic coastal harbor with multiple colorful longtail boats moored in shallow, clear blue-green water near a sandy beach. The traditional wooden boats feature long propeller shafts extending from their engines. In the background, dramatic limestone karst mountains rise up covered in lush green vegetation under a partly cloudy blue sky. Palm trees and tropical foliage frame the scene, with some buildings visible along the shoreline. Rocky coral formations are scattered in the foreground water and along the beach.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
July 28, 2025 at 5:43 AM
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Sunset view over Da Lat coffee plantations
#stunday #coloraday #orangesun #eastcoastkin #travel #photography
Four people sit on wooden benches under a covered viewing platform, watching a golden sunset over a mountainous landscape. The scene shows rolling hills, scattered white buildings in a valley, and a body of water reflecting the evening light. Lush green vegetation fills the foreground, while distant mountains create layered silhouettes against the orange and pink sky. The viewing structure has metal railings and support beams framing the panoramic vista.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
July 27, 2025 at 10:07 AM
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Sunset at Pantai Jerman, Bali
#stunday #coloraday #orangesun #eastcoastkin #travel #photography
A tranquil beach scene at sunset with a golden-orange sky gradating to deep blue. The calm ocean reflects the warm colors of the sky, with gentle waves lapping at the rocky shoreline. Several people are silhouetted on the beach and in the shallow water, including groups standing together and individuals wading. A small outrigger boat floats peacefully in the water. Dark rocky formations are visible along the coastline, and scattered clouds add texture to the dramatic sky. The foreground shows dark sand or rocks, creating a strong contrast with the luminous water and sky.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
July 20, 2025 at 6:13 AM
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Auckland Harbour and Westhaven Marina from the Skytower
#scape #coloraday #bwfri #eastcoastkin #travel #photography
This black and white aerial photograph shows a coastal city with a modern downtown area situated along a large body of water. The image captures a marina filled with numerous sailboats and yachts in the foreground, surrounded by contemporary multi-story buildings, hotels, and commercial structures. A prominent bridge spans across the water in the background, connecting different parts of the city. The urban landscape extends inland with residential neighborhoods visible in the distance, while mountains or hills can be seen on the horizon. The dramatic sky features layered clouds, and the overall composition provides a sweeping view of this waterfront metropolitan area from an elevated perspective.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
July 18, 2025 at 5:41 AM
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Maorí cavings, Waitangi Treaty Grounds, New Zealand
#coloraday #redwed #wackywednesdayart #eastcoastkin #travel #photography
This image shows an intricately carved wooden mask or sculpture featuring traditional Māori design elements. The carving is painted in a vibrant pink or coral color and displays characteristic Māori motifs including curved spiral patterns (koru), parallel ridged lines, and geometric designs. The central face has a prominent extended tongue, bulging eyes represented by two iridescent circular inlays that appear pearl-like or abalone shell, and an overall fierce or protective expression typical of Māori tiki or ancestral figures. The craftsmanship shows deep relief carving with multiple layers of curved and angular patterns surrounding the central face, creating a complex three-dimensional surface texture. The bright pink coloring gives this traditional cultural artwork a contemporary appearance while maintaining its cultural significance and artistic integrity.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
July 16, 2025 at 8:34 AM
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Sairee Beach, Koh Tao, Thailand
#rockintuesday #coloraday #bluetue #eastcoastkin #travel #photography
A rocky coastline with large granite boulders scattered along the shoreline and extending into calm blue-gray water. Several small fishing boats are anchored in the bay, with forested mountains rising in the background under a cloudy sky. The scene appears to be from a tropical or subtropical coastal area, with lush green vegetation visible on the hillsides and some buildings nestled among the trees on the mountainsides.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
July 15, 2025 at 5:25 AM
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A Kite Surfer at St Kilda Pier, Melbourne

#scape #coloraday #bwfri #eastcoastkin #classicmono #travel #photography
A black and white photograph showing a kitesurfer on choppy water with a large kite visible in the sky above. In the background, a city skyline with tall buildings and skyscrapers stretches across the horizon. Multiple small sailboats are anchored in the bay between the kitesurfer and the distant shore. The sky is filled with puffy clouds, creating a dramatic contrast in this monochrome image of urban waterfront recreation.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
July 11, 2025 at 6:04 AM
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Lanterns on the way to the Cantonese Assembly Hall, Hoi An
#humansofbluesky #urbangaze #coloraday #yellowthu #eastcoastkin #travel #photography
July 10, 2025 at 4:20 AM