A short two mile out and back from the Battery Spencer parking area on Conzelman Road to Kirby Cove.
The Marin Headlands have had a bit of a traffic management change recently so you need to go through the tunnel to get in and Conzelman Road is now one way back to highway 101. The advantage is that there is way more parking then there used to be. I think I've only ever managed to park near Battery Spencer once in 20 years.
The walk is my least favorite profile, downhill to start and uphill on the way back and also not a loop. It's worth it though because it's short and Kirby Cove beach is quiet and has wonderful views of San Francisco through the Golden Gate Bridge. You can also visit Battery Wagner and Battery Kirby on the way back up.
Hike starts at: 37.829459, -122.48401. View in Google Earth.
(Hike Map)
(Published to the Fediverse as: Kirby Cove #hike #sanfrancisco #ggb #map Two mile hike to Kirby Cove Beach in the Marin Headlands with outstanding views of San Francisco through the Golden Gate Bridge. )
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I like this article because Kara Swisher actually gets the history right. Read my series on this starting with Can I move to a Better Simulation Please?.
An abstract timelapse of the California coast.
The sequences were shot over about six hours using a Sony RX100V, f5.6, 1 second exposure, ND3 filter and ISO 80 to around 250 depending on the light. Most of the frames are from the Marin headlands, one sequence is from Sutro Baths in San Francisco.
Post production used Lightroom and LRTimelapse. I skipped LRTimelapse rendering and wrote a custom application to mirror the frames (for this video mirroring is left/right top/bottom and for one sequence both). I then used ffmpeg to render each mirrored sequence and Premiere Elements to edit them together. Finally I added music with Filmstro.
If anyone is interested in the mirroring application post a comment below and I'll tidy it up a bit and release it.
This timelapse is absolutely inspired by the main title sequence for Bosch on Amazon Video.
(Published to the Fediverse as: Coastal #timelapse #video Abstract timelapse of the California coast (mostly the Marin Headlands). Shot on Sony RX100V, post production in Lightroom, LTTimelapse, Premiere Elements, Filmstro and a custom frame mirroring application. )
Timelapse of Bangalore (Bengaluru) in Karnataka, India:
The segments in order are:
(Published to the Fediverse as: More Bangalore #timelapse #video #bangalore #india Time lapse of Bangalore, India. Featuring Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace, the KR Flower Market, Cubbon Park and more. )
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Section of a wall of fans in a bar in Bangalore.
The photograph titled "EAT" captures a mesmerizing mosaic of small, repetitive fan designs, with a central focus on the word "EAT" spelled out against a backdrop of green and gray. Each letter appears to be formed meticulously with distinct fan units, their blades casting subtle shadows that add depth and texture to the composition. The interlocking blades create a rhythm across the frame, imbuing the image with a sense of mechanical harmony. The green hue of the background melds with the cooler gray tones of the letters, creating a visually pleasing contrast that draws the observer’s gaze towards the word, invoking curiosity and perhaps a touch of humor.
Artistically, the photograph employs a minimalist yet industrial style, relying on the repetition of shapes and the contrast between colors to communicate its message. The symmetrical alignment and consistent spacing follow the rule of thirds, providing a structured and balanced composition. What I admire about this photograph is its clever use of mundane objects—fans—to convey a simple and direct message, transforming ordinary elements into an intriguing visual narrative. However, one might argue that the uniformity across the image could become monotonous after prolonged observation, as the lack of other differing elements might limit the dynamic range of its visual dialogue. Nonetheless, the photograph succeeds in crafting a unique interplay of pattern and typography, elevating an everyday scene into a work of art.
(Published to the Fediverse as: EAT #photo #fans #bangalore EAT - photo from a wall of fans at some bar in Banglaore. )
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A timelapse portrait of San Francisco on New Year's Eve 2019.
Hike: Mt. Livermore on Angel Island
Catfood Earth 4.00 has been released. The new version includes 4K remastered day, night and cloud images as well as the latest timezone database.
It's a month for updates - you can also grab Catfood WebCamSaver 3.20 which includes an updated list of working webcams around the world. WebCamSaver is a Windows screensaver that shows you a feed of open webcams.
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How to fix the Washington Post democratic candidate quiz.
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Some photos from a visit to the Fitzgerald Marine Reserve: Harbor Seals, Sea Stars, a Chiton, a Hermit Crab and a Sea Anemone.
In this tranquil photograph titled "Fitzgerald Marine Reserve," a group of seals lounge serenely on the rugged, barnacle-encrusted rocks, surrounded by the deep, swirling hues of the ocean. The seals, adorned in speckled coats of gray and brown, seem utterly at ease, each positioned distinctly—one gazes upwards, perhaps pondering the skies, while another reclines comfortably, soaking in the brisk sea air. The backdrop of crashing waves adds a dynamic touch, blurring the line between the gentle repose of the seals and the untamed vigor of the ocean. This harmonious juxtaposition of tranquility and nature’s relentless energy captures a fleeting moment of peace in an ever-changing seascape.
The composition of this photo effectively utilizes the rule of thirds, positioning the primary subjects—the seals—in the lower third of the frame, drawing the viewer's eye immediately to their serene forms amidst the contrasting texture of the coarse rocks. The depth of field is moderate, delicately balancing clarity on the seals and the soft-focus ocean in the background, which adds layers to the visual narrative. The lighting is natural, with soft, diffused tones that enhance the detail in the seals’ fur and the wet rocks glistening from the sea spray. While the limited color palette might be perceived as somewhat muted, it complements the serene and naturalistic atmosphere of the composition. However, one might say the frame could benefit from a slightly wider angle, providing more context to the grandeur of the marine reserve setting. Overall, the photograph succeeds in immersing the viewer in the serene simplicity of this marine sanctuary.
(Published to the Fediverse as: Fitzgerald Marine Reserve #photo #seals #seastar #chiton #crab #anemone Photos from Fitzgerald Marine Reserve in San Mateo, California including seals, a hermit crab and a chiton. )
The Washington Post has a fun quiz that asks you 19 questions and then tells you which Democratic candidates you agree with the most. I took it last year and it said Warren, which I agreed with, but they have just updated it:
"Since we first published this guide in November, new candidates have joined the race and several others have dropped out. We have included everyone polling at least 1 percent in The Post’s national polling average. This new version adds questions on such topics as gun control and the criminal justice system."
Taking the quiz it now thinks I'm in the Yang Gang, even though I gave a thumbs down to universal basic income (my objection is that as much as I'd like $1,000 a month from the government I don't need it, there are much better things to spend it on). My full breakdown was Yang, Warren, Buttigeg, Sanders, Klobuchar, Steyer, Bloomberg, Biden and finally as a last resort Gabbard.
I think the problem with this sort of quiz is that it doesn't let you indicate how much you care about each issue. I'm totally fine with legalizing marijuana at the federal level but it's not the first thing I'd want any democratic president to work on. So I downloaded my results and fixed this by force-ranking the scale. My #1 was eliminating the electoral college and #19 was letting all prisoners vote (I agree with Sanders here, but he should work on it after he fixes the pot law which is #18 on my list). Once weighted on this scale my #1 issue is worth 1.00 points and #19 is just 0.05.
With this list Warren is restored to the top spot. In order I now have Warren, Yang, Buttigeg, Kloubuchar, Steyer, Sanders, Bloomberg, Biden and again if some form of green room food poisoning kills the top eight, Gabbard.
I'm a little surprised that Buttigeg is so high up this list and very surprised that Sanders (who I voted for in the last primary) is so low. Without any policy assistance from WaPo I'd go Warren, Sanders, Kloubuchar, Biden, Yang, Buttigeg, Steyer, Bloomberg and (sorry again) Gabbard. Although, full disclosure, if it would get rid of Trump I'd vote for a McConnell/Graham ticket.
If you want to try this and save a few minutes here's my spreadsheet. Add your quiz result in columns B through J and then rank the issues in column L from 1 to 19 where 1 is the most important to you.
(Published to the Fediverse as: Fixing the Washington Post Democratic Candidates Quiz #politics #election ##resist How to rank policy issues by importance to fix the Washington Post which democratic candidate do you agree with most quiz and discover who you should vote for in the 2020 primary. )
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