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365<br /> Passiflora <br /> D300 with Tamron 90mm macro ISO400 f9 at 1/200<br /> <br /> This was shot at cousin's garden at Ahmedabad. No crop or PP except for a bit of colour correction. <br /> <br /> Thanks again to Bill (Pador) for recommending this lens! <br /> <br /> ==== ONE YEAR COMPLETE! ==== <br /> Today's picture is special. It not just marks my 365th contribution to the Daily gallery, it reminds me that its been a year here. A year-long experience of understanding and learning about new cultures, places and people; a year-long association with like-minded people and a year-long friendship with so many of you. The encouragement and support I've got from all of you in this duration, is something I cherish and respect. Looking forward to many many more such interactions to come. <br /> <br /> <a href="http://www.javeri.net">http://www.javeri.net</a>
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Passiflora
D300 with Tamron 90mm macro ISO400 f9 at 1/200

This was shot at cousin's garden at Ahmedabad. No crop or PP except for a bit of colour correction.

Thanks again to Bill (Pador) for recommending this lens!

==== ONE YEAR COMPLETE! ====
Today's picture is special. It not just marks my 365th contribution to the Daily gallery, it reminds me that its been a year here. A year-long experience of understanding and learning about new cultures, places and people; a year-long association with like-minded people and a year-long friendship with so many of you. The encouragement and support I've got from all of you in this duration, is something I cherish and respect. Looking forward to many many more such interactions to come.

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  • 350<br /> Kalaripayattu 2 <br /> D300 ISO 400 f5.6 1/60 18-105mm lens<br /> <br /> The engagement dinner of Romita & Wilson had traditional Kerala cuisine and performances. I had never shot such action shots before and realised how difficult it is! To add to my woes, the flash batteries were dying! :( I would have loved to experiment and take some shots with slow sync capturing a bit of a motion in the figures. Still, I am quite happy with the results... <br /> <br /> <br /> Kalaripayattu - The Orient's treasure trove, a gift to the modern world and the mother of all martial arts. Legend traces the 3000-year-old art form to Sage Parasurama- the master of all martial art forms and credited to be the re-claimer of Kerala from the Arabian Sea. Kalaripayattu originated in ancient South India. Kung- fu, popularized by the monks of the Shoaling Temple traces its ancestry to Bodhi Dharma - an Indian Buddhist monk and Kalaripayattu master.<br /> <br /> <a href="http://www.kalaripayattu.org/">http://www.kalaripayattu.org/</a><br /> <br /> <a href="http://www.javeri.net">http://www.javeri.net</a>
  • 351<br /> Broken sword <br /> D300 ISO 400 f5.6 1/60 18-105mm lens<br /> <br /> <br /> Another shot from the Kalaripayattu martial arts - here the 'warrior's' sword is broken... <br /> <br /> <br /> Kalaripayattu - The Orient's treasure trove, a gift to the modern world and the mother of all martial arts. Legend traces the 3000-year-old art form to Sage Parasurama- the master of all martial art forms and credited to be the re-claimer of Kerala from the Arabian Sea. Kalaripayattu originated in ancient South India. Kung- fu, popularized by the monks of the Shoaling Temple traces its ancestry to Bodhi Dharma - an Indian Buddhist monk and Kalaripayattu master.<br /> <br /> <a href="http://www.kalaripayattu.org/">http://www.kalaripayattu.org/</a><br /> <br /> <a href="http://www.javeri.net">http://www.javeri.net</a>
  • 352<br /> Bharatnatyam Dancers<br /> <br /> D300 ISO 400 f5.6 1/60 18-105mm lens<br /> <br /> The dinner following the engagement of Romita & Wilson had performances by local dancers. Here two young dancers are awaiting their turn. <br /> <br /> Bharatanatyam is a classic dance form originating in Tamil Nadu, a state in Southern India and is also the National Dance of India. This dance form denotes various 19th and 20th century reconstructions of Cathir, the art of temple dancers. Cathir in turn, is derived from ancient dance forms. Bharatanatyam is usually accompanied by the classical Carnatic music.<br /> <br /> more details: <br /> <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bharat_Natyam">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bharat_Natyam</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <a href="http://www.javeri.net">http://www.javeri.net</a>
  • 353 <br /> Bharatnatyam <br /> D300 ISO 400 f5.6 1/60 18-105mm lens<br /> <br /> A typical step from Bharatnatyam dance at the dinner following the engagement of Romita & Wilson. Importance is given to facial expressions and hand postures. <br /> <br /> Bharatanatyam is a classic dance form originating in Tamil Nadu, a state in Southern India and is also the National Dance of India. This dance form denotes various 19th and 20th century reconstructions of Cathir, the art of temple dancers. Cathir in turn, is derived from ancient dance forms. Bharatanatyam is usually accompanied by the classical Carnatic music.<br /> <br /> more details: <br /> <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bharat_Natyam">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bharat_Natyam</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <a href="http://www.javeri.net">http://www.javeri.net</a>
  • 354 <br /> Mehendi on feet <br /> D300 ISO 400 f8 1/125 18-105mm lens<br /> <br /> Grandniece Romita had Mehendi put on her feet a day before her wedding. Mehendi is paste from Henna and applied on hands & feet on special occasions. Once it's completely dry, it's washed off and the colour remains for a few days. <br /> <br /> for more info on Mehendi <br /> <br /> <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mehndi">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mehndi</a><br /> <br /> more mehendi pics are at<br /> <br /> <a href="http://hershy.smugmug.com/gallery/6972999_iVPCh/1/472296672_YcRWN/Large">http://hershy.smugmug.com/gallery/6972999_iVPCh/1/472296672_YcRWN/Large</a><br /> <br /> <a href="http://hershy.smugmug.com/gallery/6972999_iVPCh/1/472352089_9WLG7/Large">http://hershy.smugmug.com/gallery/6972999_iVPCh/1/472352089_9WLG7/Large</a><br /> <br /> <a href="http://hershy.smugmug.com/gallery/4836391_ACj8A/1/308722553_Ecqtx/Large">http://hershy.smugmug.com/gallery/4836391_ACj8A/1/308722553_Ecqtx/Large</a><br /> <br /> <a href="http://hershy.smugmug.com/gallery/4836391_ACj8A/1/270314185_g8p5k/Large">http://hershy.smugmug.com/gallery/4836391_ACj8A/1/270314185_g8p5k/Large</a><br /> <br /> <br /> === Health note ===<br /> The back is better but not 100% good enough for me to sit for long periods which is a pain as I am missing out on the Daily offerings and the huge pile of pending shots is not getting less!<br /> <br /> <br /> <a href="http://www.javeri.net">http://www.javeri.net</a>
  • 355<br /> Tummy Mehendi!<br /> D300 ISO 400 f8 1/100 18-105mm lens<br /> <br /> At Romita's Mehendi ceremony (see yesterday's shot) this young lady was getting it done on her tummy! <br /> To see the mehendi design go to <br /> <br /> <a href="http://hershy.smugmug.com/gallery/8300505_qwPUd/1/545381855_pAxTK/Large">http://hershy.smugmug.com/gallery/8300505_qwPUd/1/545381855_pAxTK/Large</a><br /> <br /> Of late ladies are getting Mehendi put on the back, arm etc too:<br /> <br /> <a href="http://hershy.smugmug.com/gallery/7495562_7yorg/1/483863974_C55uN/Large">http://hershy.smugmug.com/gallery/7495562_7yorg/1/483863974_C55uN/Large</a><br /> <a href="http://hershy.smugmug.com/gallery/8064065_axTn3/1/526757695_6oRBC/Large">http://hershy.smugmug.com/gallery/8064065_axTn3/1/526757695_6oRBC/Large</a><br /> <br /> for info on Mehendi<br /> <br /> <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mehndi">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mehndi</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <a href="http://www.javeri.net">http://www.javeri.net</a>
  • 356 <br /> Mask <br /> <br /> This is an old shot taken during Ganpati Visarjan. The boy with the mask had a grand view beside being viewed himself!!<br /> <br /> For more info and pics check: <br /> <br /> <a href="http://hershy.smugmug.com/gallery/4836391_ACj8A/1/373773796_tmUCN/Large">http://hershy.smugmug.com/gallery/4836391_ACj8A/1/373773796_tmUCN/Large</a><br /> <br /> <a href="http://hershy.smugmug.com/gallery/4836391_ACj8A/1/386099995_CvmTG/Large">http://hershy.smugmug.com/gallery/4836391_ACj8A/1/386099995_CvmTG/Large</a><br /> <br /> <a href="http://hershy.smugmug.com/gallery/4836391_ACj8A/1/373761077_rPJ6W/Large">http://hershy.smugmug.com/gallery/4836391_ACj8A/1/373761077_rPJ6W/Large</a><br /> <br /> <a href="http://hershy.smugmug.com/gallery/4836391_ACj8A/1/373954136_mU7va/Large">http://hershy.smugmug.com/gallery/4836391_ACj8A/1/373954136_mU7va/Large</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <a href="http://www.javeri.net">http://www.javeri.net</a>
  • 357<br /> Heliconia <br /> D300 18-105 ISO400 f11 1/200<br /> <br /> This was shot at Zuri resort hotel in Kerala. <br /> <br /> <a href="http://www.javeri.net">http://www.javeri.net</a>
  • 358<br /> Heliconia <br /> D300 18-105 ISO400 f8 1/160<br /> <br /> Shot at Zuri resort hotel in Kerala, the original shot looked a bit drab so I tried out a bit of PP. This is my attempt at a water colour and would like to get your FRANK comments! :) The original can be seen here: <br /> <br /> <br /> <a href="http://hershy.smugmug.com/photos/549866088_F4iYn-L.jpg">http://hershy.smugmug.com/photos/549866088_F4iYn-L.jpg</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <a href="http://www.javeri.net">http://www.javeri.net</a>
  • 359<br /> Gray Langur <br /> Ranthambhore National Park, India<br /> <br /> This was shot a while back just outside the park (jungle). The monkey was thirsty AND clever - drinking straight from the hand pump! <br /> <br /> <br /> ==== THANKS ====<br /> Thanks to all who commented on yesterday's water colours hot of Heliconia. I'll keep the suggestions in mind when I attempt another one. <br /> <br /> <a href="http://www.javeri.net">http://www.javeri.net</a>
  • 360<br /> Makak Monkey at Uluwatu temple <br /> Bali<br /> <br /> This was shot during my Bali trip. Tourists are asked to take off sunglasses before entering the premises as the monkeys are known to snatch them off! One lady tourist did not and within minutes this big fellow jumped onto her back, snatched the glasses and ran off! When the guide offered him a banana he threw the glasses down and went on top of this stone pillar to enjoy the 'offerings'!! :) <br /> <br /> >>>> EDIT 3rd June
  • 361<br /> Cycus <br /> <br /> This was shot at Zuri resort hotel in Kerala. The contrast between white new leaves of the Cycus with the green ones caught my eye.<br /> <br /> <a href="http://www.javeri.net">http://www.javeri.net</a>
  • 362<br /> Sunset at Vembanad Lake<br /> <br /> At Kerala, hosts Daksha & Prem had organised boat rides for the guests on Vembanad Lake (Vembanad Kayal or Vembanad Kol), India's longest lake and also one of the largest lakes here. The Vembanad wetland system covers an area of over 1512 km and is approximately 14 kilometres wide at its widest point.. <br /> <br /> The ride was along the coast with a lot of greenery, something that Kerala is famous for. We also saw a couple of Houseboats on the way. With overcast sky the sunset was not a clear one. It was still scenic though!<br /> <br /> This shot is by son Jay. <br /> <br /> more pics of the boat ride: <br /> <br /> <a href="http://hershy.smugmug.com/gallery/8427608_pjpHZ/1/552585360_oXzjV">http://hershy.smugmug.com/gallery/8427608_pjpHZ/1/552585360_oXzjV</a><br /> <br /> more info: <br /> <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vembanad_Lake">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vembanad_Lake</a><br /> <br /> <a href="http://www.javeri.net">http://www.javeri.net</a>
  • 364 <br /> Indian wedding ceremony<br /> <br /> A picture from my archives, shot two years back. This was an idyllic surrounding at Aamby Valley and shot with D300 and 70-200 2.8 hand held! <br /> <br /> <a href="http://www.javeri.net">http://www.javeri.net</a>
  • 365<br /> Passiflora <br /> D300 with Tamron 90mm macro ISO400 f9 at 1/200<br /> <br /> This was shot at cousin's garden at Ahmedabad. No crop or PP except for a bit of colour correction. <br /> <br /> Thanks again to Bill (Pador) for recommending this lens! <br /> <br /> ==== ONE YEAR COMPLETE! ==== <br /> Today's picture is special. It not just marks my 365th contribution to the Daily gallery, it reminds me that its been a year here. A year-long experience of understanding and learning about new cultures, places and people; a year-long association with like-minded people and a year-long friendship with so many of you. The encouragement and support I've got from all of you in this duration, is something I cherish and respect. Looking forward to many many more such interactions to come. <br /> <br /> <a href="http://www.javeri.net">http://www.javeri.net</a>
  • Abu Simbel, Egypt<br /> <br /> Besides the Pyramids, a must-see in Egypt are the temples of Abu Simbel, situated 280 km from Aswan. The two temples built by Ramesses II are dedicated to Re-Harakhte, and that of his wife, Nefertari dedicated to Hathor. Built 3000 years ago, they were discovered by J. L. Burckhardt in 1813.<br /> <br /> The statues rise to 67 feet and are a majestic sight but the site is also famous for another reason. The original temples were built in a valley that was going to be submerged in Lake Naser with the waters from the new High Dam. In 1964 the Egyptian Govt., with the support of UNSECO shifted the temples, stone by stone; to the present site and took four years to complete.<br /> <br /> NO PP except for level adjustments.<br /> <br /> <br /> More pictures in Abu Simble gallery:<br /> <br /> <a href="http://Hershy.smugmug.com/gallery/5455834_TMkdR/1/334512218_zscvq">http://Hershy.smugmug.com/gallery/5455834_TMkdR/1/334512218_zscvq</a><br /> <br /> More details can be found at<br /> <br /> <a href="http://www.touregypt.net/abusimbel.htm">http://www.touregypt.net/abusimbel.htm</a><br /> <br /> <a href="http://www.touregypt.net/featurestories/abusimbel.htm">http://www.touregypt.net/featurestories/abusimbel.htm</a><br /> <br /> <a href="http://www.javeri.net">http://www.javeri.net</a>
  • Abu Simbel, Egypt<br /> <br /> Besides the Pyramids, a must-see in Egypt are the temples of Abu Simbel, situated 280 km from Aswan. The two temples built by Ramesses II are dedicated to Re-Harakhte, and that of his wife, Nefertari dedicated to Hathor. Built 3000 years ago, they were discovered by J. L. Burckhardt in 1813.<br /> <br /> The statues rise to 67 feet and are a majestic sight but the site is also famous for another reason. The original temples were built in a valley that was going to be submerged in Lake Naser with the waters from the new High Dam. In 1964 the Egyptian Govt., with the support of UNSECO shifted the temples, stone by stone; to the present site and took four years to complete.<br /> <br /> NO PP except for level adjustments.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> More pictures in Abu Simble gallery:<br /> <br /> <a href="http://Hershy.smugmug.com/gallery/5455834_TMkdR/1/334512218_zscvq">http://Hershy.smugmug.com/gallery/5455834_TMkdR/1/334512218_zscvq</a><br /> <br /> More details can be found at<br /> <br /> <a href="http://www.touregypt.net/abusimbel.htm">http://www.touregypt.net/abusimbel.htm</a><br /> <br /> <a href="http://www.touregypt.net/featurestories/abusimbel.htm">http://www.touregypt.net/featurestories/abusimbel.htm</a><br /> <br /> <a href="http://www.javeri.net">http://www.javeri.net</a>
  • Abu Simbel, Egypt<br /> <br /> Besides the Pyramids, a must-see in Egypt are the temples of Abu Simbel, situated 280 km from Aswan. The two temples built by Ramesses II are dedicated to Re-Harakhte, and that of his wife, Nefertari dedicated to Hathor. Built 3000 years ago, they were discovered by J. L. Burckhardt in 1813.<br /> <br /> The statues rise to 67 feet and are a majestic sight but the site is also famous for another reason. The original temples were built in a valley that was going to be submerged in Lake Naser with the waters from the new High Dam. In 1964 the Egyptian Govt., with the support of UNSECO shifted the temples, stone by stone; to the present site and took four years to complete.<br /> <br /> NO PP except for level adjustments. <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> More pictures in Abu Simble gallery:<br /> <br /> <a href="http://Hershy.smugmug.com/gallery/5455834_TMkdR/1/334512218_zscvq">http://Hershy.smugmug.com/gallery/5455834_TMkdR/1/334512218_zscvq</a><br /> <br /> More details can be found at<br /> <br /> <a href="http://www.touregypt.net/abusimbel.htm">http://www.touregypt.net/abusimbel.htm</a><br /> <br /> <a href="http://www.touregypt.net/featurestories/abusimbel.htm">http://www.touregypt.net/featurestories/abusimbel.htm</a><br /> <br /> <a href="http://www.javeri.net">http://www.javeri.net</a>
  • Abu Simbel, Egypt<br /> <br /> Besides the Pyramids, a must-see in Egypt are the temples of Abu Simbel, situated 280 km from Aswan. The two temples built by Ramesses II are dedicated to Re-Harakhte, and that of his wife, Nefertari dedicated to Hathor. Built 3000 years ago, they were discovered by J. L. Burckhardt in 1813.<br /> <br /> The statues rise to 67 feet and are a majestic sight but the site is also famous for another reason. The original temples were built in a valley that was going to be submerged in Lake Naser with the waters from the new High Dam. In 1964 the Egyptian Govt., with the support of UNSECO shifted the temples, stone by stone; to the present site and took four years to complete.<br /> <br /> Turned to B&W<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> More pictures in Abu Simble gallery:<br /> <br /> <a href="http://Hershy.smugmug.com/gallery/5455834_TMkdR/1/334512218_zscvq">http://Hershy.smugmug.com/gallery/5455834_TMkdR/1/334512218_zscvq</a><br /> <br /> More details can be found at<br /> <br /> <a href="http://www.touregypt.net/abusimbel.htm">http://www.touregypt.net/abusimbel.htm</a><br /> <br /> <a href="http://www.touregypt.net/featurestories/abusimbel.htm">http://www.touregypt.net/featurestories/abusimbel.htm</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <a href="http://www.javeri.net">http://www.javeri.net</a>
  • A crow pecking for food.

  • Judy Horton

    on May 24, 2016

    Stunning shot! I surely miss Harsh!

  • nelli

    on March 20, 2014

    a stunner

  • Gordon Smith

    on March 20, 2014

    Great color and form

  • pwarko

    on March 19, 2014

    fantastic colors and details, excellent composition

  • Ethan Winning

    on December 20, 2013

    Ah, Harsh, you're still a master at flower photography!

  • worldofwonder

    on May 4, 2013

    Picture perfect and congratulations on the 365!!

  • CRETU STEFAN

    on May 3, 2013

    Perfect shot :)

  • Eyeshots

    on March 13, 2013

    Excellent - I need a macro lens - will need to check this one out!

  • Theressia Shoup

    on March 13, 2013

    Gorgeous flower and detail

  • kjakes1

    on February 20, 2013

    Beautiful!

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