In this week’s Photo Challenge, we’re invited to” discover the hidden details that can only be seen up close.”
I’ve posted this one before, but it does happen to be my all time favourite close up. Isn’t he cute?
Another popular subject for my photos, is the Umhlanga lighthouse.
These pigeons in the aloe caught my attention as I strolled along by the ocean.
Another much bigger bird is the Ibis who often comes pecking his way through my back yard here in Florida.
I certainly couldn’t leave out Mr. GBH, as he looks so good close up, especially on a windy day.
Hope you’re all off to a good start this weekend. Enjoy.
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Beautiful photos, I especially love the Giraffe, he is cute 😉
Thanks, Linda. Mr. G is so adorable. 🙂
The flowers and mourning dove was one that captured my eyes right from.the start. I just posted an Epic Awards post and think you are in my mix if “new girl-friends.”
Thanks so much. I’ll have a look. 🙂
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That giraffe is making sure I pay attention to this post. Talk about a close-up! 😀
Hahaha. Yes, he says, “Hiya, RoSy!”
Oh, they are just gorgeous! And I think neither of us canget enough of that first photo…
Thanks, Ann Christine. Yes, Mr. Giraffe is adorable. 🙂
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The giraffe looks like he is going to give you a kiss 🙂 He’s too cute. And Mr. GBH is always so well attired!
Thanks Tiny. I love these two ‘G’ s. 🙂
beautiful gallery of close ups, Sylvia! Mr G is a hit but so are the birds! so lovely 🙂
Thanks so much, Lola. 🙂
Superb photos, every one Sylvia, and so pleased to see Mr GBH looking even more handsome than ever 🙂 xx
Thanks so much, Sherri. Yes, he’s still my favourite. 🙂 xx
I can tell Sylvia…and rightly so 🙂 xx
wonderful!! love Mr. Giraffe!
Thanks, Cybele. 🙂
The giraffe is simply ADORABLE!!!
Thanks, Tahira. I also think so. 🙂
The doves in the orange Aloe with the sea as a backdrop is a marvelous shot. This would look superb as a blow up.
Thanks, Ark. Sorry I called them ‘pigeons’. 😳
You wrote it quietly so I’m sure the birds didn’t hear!
Tee hee. 🙂
my favourite is the giraffe, lovely shot
Mine too. This was at the Lion Park in Jhbg.
Great choices Sylvia!
Thanks, LuAnn. 🙂
These are great shots. Really like the variety, too. 🙂
Thank you. 🙂
Ahh I don’t remember seeing the giraffe before, so cute 🙂
Thanks, Gilly. I’m glad he was new to you. 🙂
The giraffe is my favourite!
Yes, mine too. 🙂
beautiful shots….esp that lighthouse…so perfect
Thank you so much. 🙂
The giraffe steals the show Sylvia. Love that close up. Now I will wipe the giraffe snotties off my screen. 🙂
Hahaha. I think Mr Giraffe keeps his nose clean. 🙂
Wonderful choices Sylvia – I LOVE the giraffe especially!!!
Thanks, Tina. Yes, he’s adorable. 🙂
I like the light house picture. Great perspective.
Thanks, so much, YC. I love the deep blue of the sky too. 🙂
I love these, Sylvia! The giraffe is so curious…love it!
Thanks, Jill. He was hoping for some food which he knew we had. 🙂
Great photos!
Thanks, Debra. 🙂
Thanks for Mr Giraffe’s close up which I have not seen yet. Im glad you have included one of my fave birds, the GBH. Great shots Sylvia.
Thanks, so much, Mona Liza. 🙂
I never saw a more handsome giraffe! 🙂 But Mr. Heron looks truly delightful ruffled 🙂 Happy weekend, Ad!
All my favourites, Sylvia! 😀
Thanks, Dianne. 🙂
haha .. The giraffe made me smile. He / she is adorable. Nice photographs of close ups. 😀
Love the perspective in these shots!
Thanks, Cindy. 🙂
I like
Thanks. 🙂
All beautiful…. , but the giraffe , wow , just wonderful!
Mr GBH on a windy day is something else!
Yes he is. So am I, but I won’t show you what I look like on a windy day. 😆
Oh, you do make me smile, Sylvia!
Always love pictures of giraffes 🙂
Thanks, Colline. Yes, aren’t they comical close up? 🙂
Especially the one you took 🙂
Lovely shots Sylvia! 🙂
Thanks, Adrian. 🙂
I remember Mr. Giraffe. I think he is cool, but Mr. GBH is the coolest! 🙂
Thanks, Madhu. I agree with you. 🙂
Beautiful photos! Love the birds and that camel is just so cute 🙂
Thanks so much, Diane. Mr. Gerry Giraffe is very cute indeed. 🙂
Closeups are personal encounters with the subject and you have some lovely favorites, Sylvia. Am glad Mr. A isn’t represented. 😀
Hahaha. I quite forgot to include Mr. A. Hope you weren’t disappointed. Maybe I’ll do a separate post just for him. 😀
Wonderful photographs Sylvia – do love Mr. GBH the wind blown shot is perfect! Best to you this weekend ~
Thanks so much, Mary. 🙂
Great shots! Love them all.
Thanks, Nancy. 🙂