Tag: red

Simply red – traditionally

Captures from Finland

Buildings painted in traditional red ochre paint that is popular in the Nordics effectively embody the warmth and character of a community deeply rooted in its cultural heritage and appreciation for nature. This distinguished color, prominently displayed on structures in picturesque villages and tranquil landscapes, not only enhances the visual appeal but also evokes a profound sense of home for the residents. The historical significance of red ochre paint reflects the pride that Nordic individuals take in their craftsmanship and the narratives intertwined with their dwellings.

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A scenic view of traditional red ochre houses lining a gravel path under a cloudy sky.
Traditional red ochre buildings reflected in calm water.
A child exploring a red wooden playhouse.
Charming row of houses painted in traditional red ochre, framed by lush greenery and a serene pathway.
A close-up of a sign on a traditional red ochre building.

Simply red raspberries – 9

Still life
Fresh, vibrant raspberries arranged in a bountiful display.

Posted as part of Becky’s SimplyRed

Apples, Simply red 7

Still life

Red apples are like the overachievers of the fruit world, flaunting their bright red jackets and screaming, “Look at me! I’m healthy!” They don’t just catch your eye; they practically do a little dance on the grocery shelf, coaxing you to munch on their juicy, crispy goodness. Legends say that these red beauties are the tempting fruit of choice, luring us in with their sweet charm—just try not to bite into one and imagine it’s forbidden! as A last thought, I for some reason associated red apples with Christmas.

A close-up of a shiny red apple, highlighting its vibrant color and texture.
Three shiny red apples against a dark background.

Granny Smith apples, those sassy little green gems, are like the zesty grandma who sneaks you cookies while insisting on a kale salad for health! With their vibrant skin glowing like an emerald on a sunny day, they practically shout, “Stop right there and savor this tangy delight!” Taking a bite is almost like receiving a playful pinch that jolts your taste buds awake; it’s so refreshingly sharp, you might just second-guess if a lemon moonlighted as your snack! I had to add something about my favorite apple 🍏

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Lens-Artists Photo Challenge #264: primary colors

lens-artists, Photography

I’m certainly drawn to color, all colors. So, it delights me that Sofia picked primary colors as her challenge this week. 

Flowers in Primary colors, trying to find a blue flower that was not more in the violet, purple shade is was hard. Did not totally nail it here either.

Here are some colorful birds, blue, yellow and red.

Fruits and berries

Doors and windows

Well then there is odds and ends of color pops

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Colors #4

Flowers

RED! The color of passion and energy. Red draws attention like no other color and radiates a strong and powerful energy that motivates us to take action. It is also linked to sexuality and stimulates deep and intimate passion. Red is ubiquitously used to warn and signal caution and danger.

Parrots

“Red is the archetypal color, the first color humans mastered, fabricated, reproduced, and broke down into different shades, first in painting and later in dyeing. This has given it primacy over all other colors through the millennia.” – Michel Pastoureau

RED

A striking, bold, and captivating hue, red is perhaps the most dominant of colors. Often seen while navigating the roads, red lets us know when caution is warranted. Though seeing the color red may give us pause, it also provides tremendous warmth. When this scarlet shade rears its cherry head, we can’t help but feel protected. In essence, the color red serves to safeguard us against harm.

red sky

Simply put, the color red can’t be described in a word or two. It embodies so many wonderful qualities, including love, kindness, and familiarity. On the other hand, it can resurrect feelings of despair and melancholy. In between its positive and negative traits lies cultural interpretations, subliminal messaging, and warning indicators.

Red necklace

Photography

This is the last of my still life shots for a while…here is the one with red and grey . Red necklace – only three shots

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Red, red wine in a crystal glass

Photography

Red, red wine in a crystal glass enjoyed by the open fire…

Värikollaasi 191

Uncategorized

1-garden flowers

 

1-edited

Värikollaasi 191

Kollaasinappi

A Word a Week Challenge – Red cottage

Photography

A  Word a Week Challenge – Red

Country road

Nature

Raasepori-13

I find these kind of roads and building very appealing.

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Värikollaasi 178

Flowers, Nature

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Forget me not, with my late mother in-laws coffee cups – Mothers day post.

Värikollaasi 178

Kollaasinappi

Welcome to Wednesday around the world!!

Photography

Still waiting  for spring and flowers to pop up in the nature, but Easter is approaching us, maybe some decorations  should be added to flowers. All photos can be enlarged by clicking them.

 

Pieni Lintu

Kirpeä – Tart

Photo Collage, Uncategorized

So many words for this – which one is the best, I’ve no Idea….

Ritva Sillanmäki (2 of 10)

hapan, karvas, katkera, kitkerä, pistävä, apple pie, kipakka /tart, crisp.  tangy, sour, zesty , bitter,pungent

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Welcome to Wednesday around the world!!

Photography

What earrings and necklace to  wear to my exhibition opening today… I think I’ll make do with these.

One Word Photo Challenge: Red

Flowers, Photography

I usually do not remember flower names, but this on is Rock and Roll, the name stood out as slightly different, so it stuck on my mind. This red light below is so beautiful so I posted that also…as a sidekick.

Oregon coastline - one lighthouse-109

A Photo a Week Challenge: Red

Flowers, Photography

click the photo of choice to enlarge it

More red at: A Photo a Week Challenge: Red

Värikollaasi #166

Photography

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still life – thread

Photography

Color to the grayness…the other still life sets are all toned – subtle in color. Here is some Colors for your senses.

Doors from Kap Verde

Photography, Travel

I took these door photos last week at Kap Verde – Sal island. The city is poor but colorful.

You can click the photo to enlarge it.

New Year

Photography

I have no skill to take photos of fireworks, but I was able to capture some shots that make good ” artsy photos” of light – well that what I  would like to think anyways