Pacific Northwest Medium Format - Joe Towner
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Medium Format, 360 & VR capture. When you want to go big, start with me.
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This is why I shoot #MediumFormat
This is why I shoot #PhaseOnePhoto
Champions lift trophies. Captured with #IQ4150 #150mp #SoundersFC #EBFG #MLS #MLSCup2019
This is why I shoot #PhaseOnePhoto
Champions lift trophies. Captured with #IQ4150 #150mp #SoundersFC #EBFG #MLS #MLSCup2019
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Now hear (and see) this. wasoccerlegends.org/blog/hlqh33x...
Now Showing: Eras of Legends — Wa Soccer Legends
Our Eras of Legends: The Continuing Story of Seattle Sounders FC, hosted by Brian Schmetzer , is now available on our YouTube channel.
wasoccerlegends.org
February 6, 2026 at 8:19 PM
Now hear (and see) this. wasoccerlegends.org/blog/hlqh33x...
NFL talking about grass again...
#EBFG #12s #Seattle
Superbowl LX will be on grass, so hope the #Seahawks get to practice on the grass after the World Cup.
#EBFG #12s #Seattle
Superbowl LX will be on grass, so hope the #Seahawks get to practice on the grass after the World Cup.
How the NFL is leveling the playing field between grass and turf | CNN
This year’s Super Bowl will be played on grass, not turf. That might not be something that matters to viewers, but to the players, it can be a big deal. CNN’s Dr. Sanjay Gupta breaks down why and what...
www.cnn.com
February 3, 2026 at 10:02 PM
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This is Willoughby Stadium (official capacity 6,560) at Langley Events Centre, home of Vancouver FC (founded 2022).
On Wednesday they'll welcome a Cruz Azul squad dotted with internationals, valued @ ~$85.3 million by Transfermarkt, to their prized patch of synthetic turf.
Long live ConcaChampions
On Wednesday they'll welcome a Cruz Azul squad dotted with internationals, valued @ ~$85.3 million by Transfermarkt, to their prized patch of synthetic turf.
Long live ConcaChampions
February 2, 2026 at 9:17 PM
This is Willoughby Stadium (official capacity 6,560) at Langley Events Centre, home of Vancouver FC (founded 2022).
On Wednesday they'll welcome a Cruz Azul squad dotted with internationals, valued @ ~$85.3 million by Transfermarkt, to their prized patch of synthetic turf.
Long live ConcaChampions
On Wednesday they'll welcome a Cruz Azul squad dotted with internationals, valued @ ~$85.3 million by Transfermarkt, to their prized patch of synthetic turf.
Long live ConcaChampions
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With Alex Roldan extending his contract in Seattle, it feels like a good time to bump my attempt from a couple months ago to explain what makes him so important to the Sounders www.sounderatheart.com/2025/11/in-p...
In praise of Alex Roldan, the overlooked key to Sounders’ success
Alex Roldan is like a good set of tires: extremely important but rarely praised.
www.sounderatheart.com
January 31, 2026 at 4:24 PM
With Alex Roldan extending his contract in Seattle, it feels like a good time to bump my attempt from a couple months ago to explain what makes him so important to the Sounders www.sounderatheart.com/2025/11/in-p...
What's the prop bet on an earthquake happening during Superbown LX? In Seattle or Santa Clara, greater than 5.0?? #12s #Seahawks #SuperbowlLX
January 30, 2026 at 10:37 PM
What's the prop bet on an earthquake happening during Superbown LX? In Seattle or Santa Clara, greater than 5.0?? #12s #Seahawks #SuperbowlLX
Wait - SeattleFD has a big ass fan on a truck?!?!?
Need this for those times the @spaceneedle.bsky.social flag just doesn't have enough wind. MVU1
Need this for those times the @spaceneedle.bsky.social flag just doesn't have enough wind. MVU1
SEATTLE FIRE: Mobile Ventilation Unit 1 responding (rare!) Seattle Fire Department Seattle Fire Buff Society | Seattle, Washington
https://youtube.com/watch?v=4I2w8a4BPnMINCIDENT DESCRIPTION At 8:51 am on October 29, 2024, Battalion 4, Engine 17, Engine 9, and Ladder 9 of the Seattle Fire Department responded to an upgraded rubbi...
seattlefirebuffsociety.org
January 30, 2026 at 12:31 AM
Wait - SeattleFD has a big ass fan on a truck?!?!?
Need this for those times the @spaceneedle.bsky.social flag just doesn't have enough wind. MVU1
Need this for those times the @spaceneedle.bsky.social flag just doesn't have enough wind. MVU1
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i want to make a playlist of "happy place songs" that put smiles on my friends' faces so if you've got 'em let me have 'em!
(fully aware that having a tiny fraction of my presence on that other site this may be a short list but i'll take whatcha got)
(fully aware that having a tiny fraction of my presence on that other site this may be a short list but i'll take whatcha got)
January 28, 2026 at 5:13 AM
i want to make a playlist of "happy place songs" that put smiles on my friends' faces so if you've got 'em let me have 'em!
(fully aware that having a tiny fraction of my presence on that other site this may be a short list but i'll take whatcha got)
(fully aware that having a tiny fraction of my presence on that other site this may be a short list but i'll take whatcha got)
weather.com/storms/winte... Oh fuck no...come on!
East Coast Storm This Weekend Could Become Bomb Cyclone With More Snow, Wind | Weather.com
On the heels of Winter Storm Fern, a strong storm will form off the East Coast this weekend that could bring snow and wind. Here is our latest forecast with what we know and what could happen.
weather.com
January 27, 2026 at 5:40 PM
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NEW: Reflections on a soccer Saturday, from a state under siege by the FIFA Peace Prize winner. www.theguardian.com/football/202...
A Saturday and a state killing: soccer as Minnesota is torn apart | Jeff Rueter
On the whims of Fifa’s Peace Prize winner, a life usually so focused on sports has found anything but peace
www.theguardian.com
January 26, 2026 at 2:17 PM
NEW: Reflections on a soccer Saturday, from a state under siege by the FIFA Peace Prize winner. www.theguardian.com/football/202...
This is all to restore balance in the rafters of Lumen Field… Winning #LeaguesCup really set the expectation.
#EBFG #GoHawks
#EBFG #GoHawks
January 26, 2026 at 3:46 AM
This is all to restore balance in the rafters of Lumen Field… Winning #LeaguesCup really set the expectation.
#EBFG #GoHawks
#EBFG #GoHawks
Selling the turf at Lumen Field in 6” squares… Leagues Cup, NFC Championship it’s been a good year.
January 26, 2026 at 3:01 AM
Selling the turf at Lumen Field in 6” squares… Leagues Cup, NFC Championship it’s been a good year.
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There are a few sports cities in the US, like Seattle, that always have fantastic support.
Congrats @Seahawks 💚 💙 #SuperBowlLX
Congrats @Seahawks 💚 💙 #SuperBowlLX
January 26, 2026 at 2:57 AM
There are a few sports cities in the US, like Seattle, that always have fantastic support.
Congrats @Seahawks 💚 💙 #SuperBowlLX
Congrats @Seahawks 💚 💙 #SuperBowlLX
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A German soccer federation executive committee member says it's time to consider a World Cup boycott because of the actions of U.S. President Donald Trump.
German soccer federation official wants World Cup boycott considered because of Trump
A German soccer federation executive committee member says it’s time to consider a World Cup boycott because of the actions of U.S. President Donald Trump.
bit.ly
January 23, 2026 at 10:00 PM
A German soccer federation executive committee member says it's time to consider a World Cup boycott because of the actions of U.S. President Donald Trump.
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January 23, 2026 at 8:44 PM
early & cold #Seattle @spaceneedle.bsky.social
January 23, 2026 at 6:20 PM
early & cold #Seattle @spaceneedle.bsky.social
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Many thanks to all of you who have read, supported, and reviewed The Traveling Photographer’s Manifesto.
Starting today, it is also available as a DRM-free audiobook: the-traveling-photographer-2.myshopify.com/products/the...
Starting today, it is also available as a DRM-free audiobook: the-traveling-photographer-2.myshopify.com/products/the...
January 22, 2026 at 4:04 PM
Many thanks to all of you who have read, supported, and reviewed The Traveling Photographer’s Manifesto.
Starting today, it is also available as a DRM-free audiobook: the-traveling-photographer-2.myshopify.com/products/the...
Starting today, it is also available as a DRM-free audiobook: the-traveling-photographer-2.myshopify.com/products/the...
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Compiled the entirety of the MLS category on tonight's episode of Jeopardy including Bryce Wargin's fandom of @chicagofire.bsky.social
January 22, 2026 at 12:49 AM
Compiled the entirety of the MLS category on tonight's episode of Jeopardy including Bryce Wargin's fandom of @chicagofire.bsky.social
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She kinda out. Hoping it gets bigger and brighter
January 21, 2026 at 3:35 AM
She kinda out. Hoping it gets bigger and brighter
Aurora Round 2
Some iPhone shots of the aurora right now from right in town in Fairbanks. Strong enough to see from downtown near Walmart! Best imaged with a phone or camera, but the colors are naked-eye visible…
January 21, 2026 at 3:33 AM
Aurora Round 2
Good timelapse from Alki of the Aurora last night
From the Seattle community on Reddit: Time-lapse of Aurora from Alki Beach
Explore this post and more from the Seattle community
www.reddit.com
January 20, 2026 at 4:55 PM
Good timelapse from Alki of the Aurora last night
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On the subject of World Cup boycotts, this is a story which ought to be much better known: why African countries decided not to compete for a place at the 1966 tournament. One of Fifa's most shameful moments, which hardly ever gets a mention.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-a...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-a...
How Africa boycotted the 1966 World Cup
The BBC's Piers Edwards explains the little-known story behind the African boycott to the 1966 World Cup, the only World Cup in history to have been snubbed by an entire continent.
www.bbc.co.uk
January 20, 2026 at 11:46 AM
On the subject of World Cup boycotts, this is a story which ought to be much better known: why African countries decided not to compete for a place at the 1966 tournament. One of Fifa's most shameful moments, which hardly ever gets a mention.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-a...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-a...
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Not sure I have ever seen this color of aurora before - literally pure blue and indigo. This is happening now over central Canada in Rabbit Lake, SK.
The camera is accessible and linked on my webcam list: go.theauroraguy.com/webcams
The camera is accessible and linked on my webcam list: go.theauroraguy.com/webcams
January 20, 2026 at 12:34 AM
Not sure I have ever seen this color of aurora before - literally pure blue and indigo. This is happening now over central Canada in Rabbit Lake, SK.
The camera is accessible and linked on my webcam list: go.theauroraguy.com/webcams
The camera is accessible and linked on my webcam list: go.theauroraguy.com/webcams
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One of the strongest Bt readings of the satellite era > 90 nT... quite the CME impact just now at our upstream satellites! This may just be the start of a long day of geomagnetic storming... get ready!
January 19, 2026 at 7:08 PM
One of the strongest Bt readings of the satellite era > 90 nT... quite the CME impact just now at our upstream satellites! This may just be the start of a long day of geomagnetic storming... get ready!