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Friendly Friday Photo Challenge – Shapes and Beach Walk Reflections Collaboration

Forestwood
monochrome photography shipwreck

The blogosphere has some of the nicest people.

Is it our interest in writing that fosters this convivial atmosphere?

This week the Friendly Friday Challenge is collaborating with Frank from Beach Reflections, whose contemplative posts are beautifully written. With my images, he has formulated a thoughtful post on Shapes, one that gives me much joy to read.

close up sunflower macro yellow
plant macro detail of a fern leaf

I have included some extra photographic images of SHAPES for this fortnight’s challenge, some you may or may not have seen before.

shell on the sand
singapore marina bay sand building from below
Trondheim river reflections
Glass art installation

How to Join the Friendly Friday Photo Challenge

The challenge runs for the next two weeks in which time you can create a Friendly Friday post with the theme, Shapes.

Post a pingback to this blog post within the post and also leave a comment below, if you would like me to visit your post.

N.B. If photos are not your thing, your post may include prose, poetry or some other interpretation of the prompt. This challenge is not just for photographers.

More information on how to join in with the Friendly Friday Challenge here

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Do you have an interest in expanding your blog following?

Hosting the Friendly Friday Challenge is one way you can increase the amount of readers following your blog. Not only does it regularly bring new readers, it builds a blogging community.

We are currently looking for hosts to join our blogging team.

Are you new to blogging? If so, Sandy, Sarah and Amanda would be happy to offer support, guidance and any tuition needed.

Interested in finding out more? Then please contact Amanda here as soon as possible.

love heart in leaves on wall in Melbourne

Published by Forestwood

A philosophic Aussie writes here at StPA, one who will readily admit to loving Scandinavia. I'm interested in global politics and what drives us to be who we are. Scratch the surface and you'll find a practical Environmentalist with an egalitarian bent, trying to unleash a little creativity via the written word. Scandinavian culture, literature and traditions are close to my heart, even though I'm Australian. Travel and courteous discussions greatly broaden the mind, so I travel if I can and am always up for a vigorous, respectful discussion. I'm an avid reader, a writer and I enjoy photography and crafts, particularly traditional art forms. I hope you'll find 'Something to Ponder About,' in my WordPress Community.

116 thoughts on “Friendly Friday Photo Challenge – Shapes and Beach Walk Reflections Collaboration”

  1. There are like minded people everywhere, Amanda, but it’s true that blogging seems to attract many lovely and interesting folk. My life would be poorer without some of the contacts I’ve made here. Increasing your readership takes time and energy that I don’t have but I do still appreciate the efforts of others, yourself and Frank included. I especially like your sunflower in this post.

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    1. The Singapore Sunflower caught your eye, Jo. They are wonderful, aren’t they? So bright and happy, sunflowers make anyone smile.
      I feel similarly as you. My life would not be as satisfying without blogs and bloggers.

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    1. They are different Ineke. I suppose I could have had a circle them or another shape theme. That is food for thought for a future post, perhaps? Thanks for your visit.

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  5. Visiting from Frank’s blog this morning – I love your photos – shapes are everywhere but we just don’t focus on them do we unless we “have” to unless we’re photographers or artists perhaps. A wonderful subject though – have enjoyed yours AND Franks’ shape-thoughts!

    Pam

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  6. I am always fascinated with shapes–especially from nature, they are genuine and unique in every sense. It´s hard to duplicate them.
    Interesting post dear Amanda!…and yes, I have met great souls here,including you. I think I am lucky.

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    1. I agree, we are all very lucky to have such a giving writing and photographic community that knows no geographic bounds! That is super special! Thanks for your beautiful and thoughtful comment.

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  8. I love shapes especially in nature but your human constructions are interesting too. I like the seashell best but all are stunning.
    I could be interested in joining the team if you would have a man among the women 🙂

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    1. Brian – you are definitely welcome. I would be thrilled to have you join! Can you drop me an email via the contact form? I am unsure if I have an email addy for you?

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  9. Love your photos – especially the sunflower and the last building (in Singapore?). Nature alone provides so many outstanding shapes.

    Thanks for reaching out for collaborating. It’s been a pleasure … and we did it with a crazy time difference! I invite your readers to stop by Beach Walk Reflections. I don’t bite.

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    1. Sunflowers are hard not to like, aren’t they, Frank? You were correct about the last building – it is the iconic Marina Bay Sands building and I think the Science Museum in Singapore. Singapore is an architects dream!
      I feel confident some of my followers will explore your blog from the links! I hope they stop to say hi!

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    1. Hey Merrild! Thanks for your visit and welcome to Something to Ponder About. I am glad you liked the photos. I am wondering if, like me, you have been blogging for awhile?

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      4. Funny you say that. I recently interviewed a self published copyeditor whose adamant advice for any author who intend to self-publish was, among other things, to start a blog.

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      6. Her advice was to realize snippets of one’s book, prior to release or to use the blog as a promotion vector. Which I see many bloggers doing. I am unsure how effective they find it to be.

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    1. You are a great supporter of the Friendly Friday challenge and I am always delighted to visit your blog and see what surprises you have in store for this theme.

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  16. These are all beautiful photos, Amanda. I agree with Brian about the shell, the color and shape make it a stunning picture. I also love the colorful row of buildings. It’s good to see Frank as a collaborator this week. Fun that Brian is also interested. Wahoo!

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      2. Funny you say that, my daughter just visited the beach houses a few days ago. They were the old shipping and industrial warehouses, along the river. Now swanky cafe, restaurants and businesses. So aesthetic! I was very lucky the day I took that shot. The reflection was perfect.

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  23. Wonderful shapes Amanda and all so different
    I love blogging too and have made many friendships in the last few years. I never imagined when I started my blog that there would be so much interaction

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    1. The heart at the end, Yvette was actually a water fountain and someone had stuck those leaves on the water fountain in that shape. Instant public art – I loved it too. It was in Melbourne.

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  33. A very nice collection of shapes. I was inspired to walk through my garden in search shapes. I noticed how often the “star” .dominates, although in a variety of ways.

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  34. A very nice collection of shapes. I was inspired to walk through my garden in search shapes. I noticed how often the “star” dominates, although in a variety of ways.

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    1. What a thrill to see a majestic photo so close, Sandy. A treasured capture by your husband!
      It wasn’t until I saw a wedge- tailed eagle, in a zoo, that I realized how massive those birds are. Truly special. The very top of the food chain.

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      2. I have noticed some of the smaller birds can be aggressively territorial – kind of a little dog syndrome my mini schnauzers display towards a large German Shepherd!

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      3. The post would not let me comment saying I must log in but flicking back a screen when I went to log in so I am leaving the comment here: “I just love that the eagles are bringing down pesky drones! Fantastic initiative.”

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