Photo and video of Gray Whales at Fort Funston in San Francisco.

In this somber seascape titled "Gray Whales at Fort Funston," the photograph portrays a vast expanse of the ocean under a gray sky. The waves roll gently toward the darkened, sandy shoreline, capturing a sense of vast tranquility. Amidst this serene monochrome, a pink circle faintly marks the presence of a gray whale, though the creature itself remains elusive, blending seamlessly with the moody palette of sky and sea. The horizon stretches unbroken across the middle of the image, underlining the infinite nature of the ocean and sky, evoking a sense of timelessness and peace.

The image embraces a minimalist style, its color palette limited to muted grays and deep greens, which enhances the natural isolation of the scene. The composition follows a simple horizontal layering, from the sand, through the sea, and up to the sky, offering a straightforward yet effective structure. While the use of negative space is profound, the challenge here is the invisibility of the whales without the assistance of the pink marker. This reliance can be seen as both a drawback and an intentional artistic comment on the hidden mysteries of nature. I appreciate the calm and meditative quality of the photograph, though a slightly more pronounced subject might enhance viewer engagement without sacrificing the work's quiet contemplative essence.

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(Published to the Fediverse as: Gray Whales at Fort Funston #photo #whales #video Gray Whales at Fort Funston, photo and video. San Francisco, California. )

2013-06-16 Update: There is now a patch for the issue discussed below.

I just upgraded to BlogEngine.net 2.8 as it contains a fix for broken links from Facebook. There were a couple of hitches that I'll share in case they help anyone else.

I messed up the first upgrade attempt because the updater utility updates the source folder (containing the newly downloaded 2.8 code) instead of the destination folder (containing the current version of your blog). This is a little odd and the result is I uploaded an unchanged instance and then embarrassingly complained the the Facebook bug hadn't been fixed. It had, just not in the folder I was expecting. I probably didn't pay enough attention to the instruction video.

Having got that out of the way I discovered that new posts were appearing with a bad link (to /.aspx instead of /blog-title.aspx). I rarely post using the editor as I have a home-grown post by email service running. After a bit of digging it turns out that prior to 2.8 you could leave the slug empty when creating a post but now this results in the bad link. Luckily there isn't much effort require to fix this, you just need to set the slug before saving the new post:

In the middle of playing with this my live site died and started returning a 500 error. No amount of uploading the working local copy would fix this. Happily Server Intellect have outstanding support and restored a working backup for me in the middle of the night. Thanks chaps!

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Not to pick on British Airways but yes, that screenshot is real. It's a marketing email opt out that has not only been pre-populated in favor of spam but has then also been disabled.

Previously.

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Wildflowers bloom in Bernal Heights Park with downtown San Francisco in the distance.

The photograph titled "Bernal in Bloom" captures a vibrant scene at Bernal Heights, where a lush foreground of wildflowers stretches across the frame. These delicate blooms, painted in soft purples and whites, sway gently with the breeze, adding a touch of whimsy to the earthy landscape. Beyond this floral tapestry, the cityscape of a bustling metropolis emerges, shrouded slightly in a midday haze. The skyline stands in contrast, with its urban geometry juxtaposed against the organic natural foreground. Overhead, the limitless expanse of an azure sky completes this serene tableau, adding depth and tranquility to the composition.

In terms of composition, the photograph skillfully employs the rule of thirds, with the horizon strategically placed near the upper third of the frame, allowing the flowers to dominate the lower section. This decision draws the viewer’s eye initially to the organic beauty of the flowers, before gradually leading it toward the distant urban panorama. The interplay between sharpness in the foreground and the softer focus of the cityscape creates a sense of depth and dimension. The photo's style blends elements of landscape and urban photography, highlighting the coexistence of nature and city life. While the flowers are charmingly captured, the city appears slightly muted, perhaps due to atmospheric conditions or lens choice. Though this soft focus lends a dreamy quality, a slightly crisper depiction of the skyline might enhance the contrast further. Nevertheless, "Bernal in Bloom" achieves a delightful harmony, celebrating the tranquility nestled within urban hustle.

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Photo of the moment a sealion dives into the bay at Fisherman's Wharf.

The photograph titled "Sealions" captures a moment of serene chaos as a group of sea lions bask in the sunlight on a weathered wooden dock. Two sea lions are sprawled leisurely across the planks, their sleek bodies glistening with moisture. The third sea lion is captured mid-splash, as it eagerly enters the churning green waters with a sense of playful abandon. Their flippers hang lazily, mirroring the sun's warmth, as their reflections shimmer softly on the wet surface of the dock. The sun casts a bright glow, highlighting the texture of the wood and the sea lions’ skin, while the gentle ripples in the water create a dynamic contrast to the stillness of the lounging creatures.

The composition of this photograph is structured with thoughtful attention to dichotomy and movement. The leading lines of the wooden planks guide the viewer’s eye towards the water, where the action unfolds with the sea lion entering the ocean. This juxtaposition enhances the sense of transition between the static and the dynamic elements within the scene. The photo utilizes strong natural lighting, which enhances the textures and colors, creating an authentic and lively atmosphere. What I appreciate about this photo is the way it captures a candid moment with vibrance and energy, inviting viewers into the world of these charismatic animals. However, the image might benefit from a slightly altered angle to reduce the shadow in the upper section, which slightly detracts from the captivating interaction between the sea lions and their environment.

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(Published to the Fediverse as: Sealions #photo #sealion Photo of sealions at Fisherman's Wharf in San Francisco, California including the instant that a sealion splashes into the bay. )

It has been brought to my attention that I've been whinging too much recently. 

So I'd like to take a break from that and say how much I'm enjoying feedly. It's a wonderfully well designed RSS reader. I use the Chrome Extension version and the Android app. It preserves the Google Reader keyboard shortcuts so I can sail through my subscriptions and it brings back social sharing. 

I looked at feedly once before and didn't really get it. I thought it was just one of those algorithmic recommendation news manglers that tries to guess what you want to read. It might do that on the home page but the 'All' view is a perfect replacement for Google Reader. 

I love it. I want to pay for it to make sure it stays around. Thank you feedly. 

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