Sunday, February 26, 2012

Sundays Overseas: African Penguins


I had know idea these guys existed, but when we headed off to South Africa, Donald was determined to see them.  We also met their 'cousins' in Patagonia, and they have more relatives in Australia.  penguins in all three locations are sometimes called 'Jackass Penguins' because of their braying donkey-like call.  When we saw them they were silent.......

Feeding time, for a chick almost as large as the parent.......

Wednesday, February 22, 2012

International Snow Sculpture Festival in B&W

Perhaps an old choice for the beginning of Lent................

This year's Snow Sculpture Festival was not quite as good as the past ones.  And someone's brilliant idea for mood lighting made B&W photography difficult.  But here goes.........

Sunday, February 19, 2012

Sundays Overseas: Victoria Falls, Overflight

If you ever have the chance to do an overflight when you are traveling, it's definitely worth it.  The perspective from the air is completely different.  In this case much more dramatic:





Quiz:  What river forms Victoria Falls?