Ailsa’s travel theme is pale this week…had to put my thinking cap on for this one. Firstly one more self-portrait.
And then there is this little guy I spotted when out fishing. He was like a pale ghost just under the surface of the of the water. This was the first time I had seen a stingray in the wild. It was such a wonderful moment as he glided off and slipped away in to the green.
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Published by Jo Bryant
I was born in the land of Banjo Paterson, gum trees, and weather extremes.
I am a freelance photographer. I love to make images that make people happy. To capture forever a precious moment.
I am also a freelance writer/editor.
I live in the Bay of Plenty, New Zealand, but still like to claim my Australian heritage.
I graduated with a Bachelor of Communications in 2008.
I am writing my first novel.
I love to write poetry, short stories, and also write for the web.
And there is nothing that is on a par with a sunny summer's day spent at Waihi Beach.
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Nice portrait of course but wow I am so jealous, you lucky girl seeing the ray, a terrific photo!
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It was pretty darn amazing Gilly. My wish now is for an orca to pop up…though my fishing buddy isn’t keen. Says they eat you…bah…who cares…its an orca. Being eaten would be a small price to pay to see them in the wild, is what I reply.
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Dozy girl if you’re eaten who you gonna tell? you’d have to blog from the other side or reincarnate pdq with past life memory! š š š
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They don’t really eat people…hehehe…but I would be like Jonah and pop back out again at some point.
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I’m not THAT easy to get rid of…just ask my kiddywinkles.
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That second pic is breathtaking, Jo.
Thank you.
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So I am assuming the first pic of me is NOT breathtaking…why Hook, you wound me deeply.
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You know what I meant, Jo!
I’ve called you gorgeous before, I’m sure of it!
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Sorry…not good enough Hook…you are meant to say it every time !!!
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Sorry – gorgeous!
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Much better !!!!
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Gorgeous picture – both of them!!! – love the sting ray. I’m hanging out to get a decent picture of one.
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It was such a surprise but a wonderful one.
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Good luck getting one Jennifer.
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First I have to go somewhere where I’m likely to find one…
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Love the portrait picture,, great take.. well done.. š
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Thanks Gerry. But you’re just saying that cause you saw me have a dig at Hook…hehehehe
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Love your entry, Jo.. š Blessing to you and yours..!!
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Thanks Bams !! Lovely to see you here…the best to you and yours as well.
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both great pics jo, love the soft portrait and the fluid ray … and yes, don’t get eaten ;-D
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Thanks Christine. I shall try. But if you got to go…it would sure make a good story !!!
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Saw a dead one on the beach once. Not the same. Much sadder. š¦
Great shots.
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Thanks Gemma…oh that is sad. I hate seeing dead animals. Always makes me a little down.
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Beautiful self portrait! I have been in the middle of an Orca pod but haven’t seen a stingray!
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Lucky you…that is such a dream of mine. But I did get the stingray so I can’t really complain too loudly.
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Thanks for liking my post on Pale. You have a lovely one with the ray, and you have captured that translucent look! I’ll drop by again, and do come back to visit. š
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I shall. Thanks for stopping by. Glad you liked them and I appreciate you taking the time to leave a few words.
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great selection for this theme!
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Thanks. So glad you think so !!!
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Absolutely lovely post again Jo and just love the photo of the Ray. Love the self portrait. You are so gorgeous hon! š Have a stunning day! *hugs*
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Aww you are so sweet for saying so…but it is all soft lighting and filters…hides all the bad bits…hehehe
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I’ve never seen a sting ray–how cool!
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Neither had I except in an aquarium…it was very cool indeed. I got so excited I nearly dropped the camera.
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Great image of the stingray, beautiful colours, and I like the soft portrait. Thanks for visiting my post on Pale….
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You are welcome. Thanks for stopping by and taking the time to comment.
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Sting Rays are really pale. The grey tone is enhanced with the water but they are indeed a good choice for the challenge. Great thinking outside of what most would. I love the portrait, too. It looks very mysterious.
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I was debating what to use and the moment I found the stingray…well it just seemed right somehow so I am thrilled you think so too.
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What a lucky chance to see the ray so close like that and even better to get an awsome shot!
I like the header image. Really cool.
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Thank you !! It was very lucky and such a great moment. So glad you like the header.
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When we went to the Philippeans we saw a school of baby dolphins… it was such a treat and something I will never forget. Those unexpected moments are so special.
Yes the header is cool. I need to change mine too… been awhile since I changed mine.
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What a wonderful experience that must have been. It is nice to change things up occasionally…that’s why I changed my header.
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For sure š
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ā¤ the picture of the ray! You know, they migrate in the thousands…I think I did a blog on it once because it was so amazing (I'm jelly though that you got to see it in person!).
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I saw that post. I was pretty chuffed to be there Corina.
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Love your pale portrait, and how wonderful to both see, and get a pic of that ray. š
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Thanks Sylvia ! It was wonderful. A moment I will always remember.
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I swam with these once…their skin reminding me of the texture of a human tongue…maybe a bit rougher, but barely…loved it. It was like touching something and not touching something at the same time. So..pale..is perfect. Thank you for bringing me to the sea today:)
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You are welcome…just glad you didn’t get speared by one of them.
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