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Flag
The Union Flag (often called a Union Jack) is, obviously, the national flag of the United Kingdom, but did you know that in China this flag has the nickname “rice-character flag” because it resembles their character for rice (米)…? What did this image teach me? Beyond the Chinese nickname, I also discovered that the flag…
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Blossom Branches
Spring is definitely in the air at the moment. It certainly makes my obligatory 1-hour of outside exercise more interesting, watching nature burst into life whilst walking the dog. What did these images teach me? Nature is beautiful – which I guess I already knew? Ok, perhaps these images instead taught me to seek out…
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The Dalmatian Pelican
These large fresh water birds are the biggest members of the Pelican family, and are believed to be perhaps the biggest of all fresh water birds. I can certainly confirm that they are HUGE when seen up close. What did this image teach me? Sometimes an image works better in black and white than in…
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The Little Brass Horse
I spotted this little chap on the front of a canal barge, near Caen Hill. What did this image teach me? You’ve really got to keep your eyes open (and your camera to hand).
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Cheetah Face
I have posted a few cheetah photos in the last couple of months, but I couldn’t resist adding two more to the mix – these big cats are fascinating creatures. What did these images teach me? Cheetahs (acinonyx jubatus) are the only living example of their kind in the acinonyx genus of big cat. All…
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Moon & Clouds
A full moon nestled behind a streak of clouds. What did this image teach me? There’s something enchanting about a full moon, isn’t there?
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The Stone Cross
I found this cross sitting atop an old church. What did this image teach me? Church architecture can be quite interesting when you start to look at the small, finer details. Historically people put a lot of effort into building these places of worship.
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Grey Gull on Grey Water
This bird was causing quite a ripple effect on the water, seemed to be enjoying itself though. What did this image teach me? Gulls may be a common sight around the country (not just at the seaside) but that doesn’t mean they should be ignored – they can make for an interesting subject.
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The Grey Rhino
This beautiful creature lives at Paignton Zoo, somewhere I am looking forward to revisiting as soon as this lockdown business is over… What did this image teach me? That it’s hard to take a picture of a rhino and not make it look a little bit sad. There’s just something about their stoic faces, and…
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