Ian Cylkowski Photography
@IanCykowski@photog.social  ·  activity timestamp 2 weeks ago

NEW LOCATION KLAXON

Welcome to Crummackdale, north of Austwick, this valley is oft-overlooked but features some of the most extensive limestone pavement and scars in all of the Yorkshire Dales.

Extra bonus: Pen-y-Ghent looking like pure drama.

There's plenty more images from this day, send your eyespheres here https://www.iancylkowski.com/blog/2025/7/27/crummackdale-yorkshire-dales-summer 👍

#landscape #nature #travel #summer #yorkshire #yorkshiredales #photography #photo #photographie #uk #britain #england

An expansive view from the top of Crummackdale, showcasing the distinctive limestone pavement that spreads broadly across the landscape. The foreground features weathered grey limestone slabs with deep fissures and clints typical of this geological formation, interspersed with patches of grass. Beyond the pavement, the land rises gently to grassy hills and ridges, bathed in dappled sunlight under a partly cloudy sky. In the distance, lush green fields and rolling hills stretch towards the horizon, creating a striking contrast with the rugged limestone. The overall scene conveys the unique natural beauty and geological character of the Yorkshire Dales uplands.
An expansive view from the top of Crummackdale, showcasing the distinctive limestone pavement that spreads broadly across the landscape. The foreground features weathered grey limestone slabs with deep fissures and clints typical of this geological formation, interspersed with patches of grass. Beyond the pavement, the land rises gently to grassy hills and ridges, bathed in dappled sunlight under a partly cloudy sky. In the distance, lush green fields and rolling hills stretch towards the horizon, creating a striking contrast with the rugged limestone. The overall scene conveys the unique natural beauty and geological character of the Yorkshire Dales uplands.
An expansive view from the top of Crummackdale, showcasing the distinctive limestone pavement that spreads broadly across the landscape. The foreground features weathered grey limestone slabs with deep fissures and clints typical of this geological formation, interspersed with patches of grass. Beyond the pavement, the land rises gently to grassy hills and ridges, bathed in dappled sunlight under a partly cloudy sky. In the distance, lush green fields and rolling hills stretch towards the horizon, creating a striking contrast with the rugged limestone. The overall scene conveys the unique natural beauty and geological character of the Yorkshire Dales uplands.
A picturesque view of Crummackdale in the Yorkshire Dales, focusing on the rugged limestone landscape known as Moughton Scar in the distance. The foreground is dominated by a traditional dry stone wall that zigzags across the green grassy hillside, leading the eye deeper into the scene. Beyond the wall, the scar itself rises with its characteristic pale limestone rock formations, patches of grass, and gentle slopes. The sky above is mostly cloudy with soft, diffused light illuminating the landscape, creating a serene and timeless rural atmosphere typical of this historic upland area in northern England.
A picturesque view of Crummackdale in the Yorkshire Dales, focusing on the rugged limestone landscape known as Moughton Scar in the distance. The foreground is dominated by a traditional dry stone wall that zigzags across the green grassy hillside, leading the eye deeper into the scene. Beyond the wall, the scar itself rises with its characteristic pale limestone rock formations, patches of grass, and gentle slopes. The sky above is mostly cloudy with soft, diffused light illuminating the landscape, creating a serene and timeless rural atmosphere typical of this historic upland area in northern England.
A picturesque view of Crummackdale in the Yorkshire Dales, focusing on the rugged limestone landscape known as Moughton Scar in the distance. The foreground is dominated by a traditional dry stone wall that zigzags across the green grassy hillside, leading the eye deeper into the scene. Beyond the wall, the scar itself rises with its characteristic pale limestone rock formations, patches of grass, and gentle slopes. The sky above is mostly cloudy with soft, diffused light illuminating the landscape, creating a serene and timeless rural atmosphere typical of this historic upland area in northern England.
A sweeping view of the patchwork farmland in the Yorkshire Dales, looking southwards towards the distant silhouette of Pendle Hill under a partly cloudy sky. The foreground features rolling green fields divided by traditional dry stone walls and scattered with grazing sheep and cattle. A winding narrow country lane snakes through the hills, drawing the eye deeper into the landscape. The middle distance shows a mix of farmland, woodland, and scattered farm buildings, while the far horizon reveals the iconic rounded shape of Pendle Hill, softened by a light haze. The overall atmosphere is calm and pastoral, showcasing the rural charm and agricultural heritage of this classic northern English countryside.
A sweeping view of the patchwork farmland in the Yorkshire Dales, looking southwards towards the distant silhouette of Pendle Hill under a partly cloudy sky. The foreground features rolling green fields divided by traditional dry stone walls and scattered with grazing sheep and cattle. A winding narrow country lane snakes through the hills, drawing the eye deeper into the landscape. The middle distance shows a mix of farmland, woodland, and scattered farm buildings, while the far horizon reveals the iconic rounded shape of Pendle Hill, softened by a light haze. The overall atmosphere is calm and pastoral, showcasing the rural charm and agricultural heritage of this classic northern English countryside.
A sweeping view of the patchwork farmland in the Yorkshire Dales, looking southwards towards the distant silhouette of Pendle Hill under a partly cloudy sky. The foreground features rolling green fields divided by traditional dry stone walls and scattered with grazing sheep and cattle. A winding narrow country lane snakes through the hills, drawing the eye deeper into the landscape. The middle distance shows a mix of farmland, woodland, and scattered farm buildings, while the far horizon reveals the iconic rounded shape of Pendle Hill, softened by a light haze. The overall atmosphere is calm and pastoral, showcasing the rural charm and agricultural heritage of this classic northern English countryside.
A dramatic landscape view of Crummackdale in the Yorkshire Dales, looking towards the distinctive flat-topped hill of Pen-y-Ghent in the distance. The scene is bathed in soft, moody light as sunlight breaks through heavy, textured clouds, casting patches of brightness on the grassy slopes and limestone cliffs below. The foreground is filled with rich green grass and rolling hills, while the middle ground reveals the pale, weathered limestone escarpments that contrast sharply with the darker, shadowed slopes of Pen-y-Ghent behind. The overall atmosphere is one of rugged natural beauty and changing weather, typical of this iconic English upland area.
A dramatic landscape view of Crummackdale in the Yorkshire Dales, looking towards the distinctive flat-topped hill of Pen-y-Ghent in the distance. The scene is bathed in soft, moody light as sunlight breaks through heavy, textured clouds, casting patches of brightness on the grassy slopes and limestone cliffs below. The foreground is filled with rich green grass and rolling hills, while the middle ground reveals the pale, weathered limestone escarpments that contrast sharply with the darker, shadowed slopes of Pen-y-Ghent behind. The overall atmosphere is one of rugged natural beauty and changing weather, typical of this iconic English upland area.
A dramatic landscape view of Crummackdale in the Yorkshire Dales, looking towards the distinctive flat-topped hill of Pen-y-Ghent in the distance. The scene is bathed in soft, moody light as sunlight breaks through heavy, textured clouds, casting patches of brightness on the grassy slopes and limestone cliffs below. The foreground is filled with rich green grass and rolling hills, while the middle ground reveals the pale, weathered limestone escarpments that contrast sharply with the darker, shadowed slopes of Pen-y-Ghent behind. The overall atmosphere is one of rugged natural beauty and changing weather, typical of this iconic English upland area.
Ian Cylkowski Photography
@IanCykowski@photog.social  ·  activity timestamp 2 weeks ago

NEW LOCATION KLAXON

Welcome to Crummackdale, north of Austwick, this valley is oft-overlooked but features some of the most extensive limestone pavement and scars in all of the Yorkshire Dales.

Extra bonus: Pen-y-Ghent looking like pure drama.

There's plenty more images from this day, send your eyespheres here https://www.iancylkowski.com/blog/2025/7/27/crummackdale-yorkshire-dales-summer 👍

#landscape #nature #travel #summer #yorkshire #yorkshiredales #photography #photo #photographie #uk #britain #england

An expansive view from the top of Crummackdale, showcasing the distinctive limestone pavement that spreads broadly across the landscape. The foreground features weathered grey limestone slabs with deep fissures and clints typical of this geological formation, interspersed with patches of grass. Beyond the pavement, the land rises gently to grassy hills and ridges, bathed in dappled sunlight under a partly cloudy sky. In the distance, lush green fields and rolling hills stretch towards the horizon, creating a striking contrast with the rugged limestone. The overall scene conveys the unique natural beauty and geological character of the Yorkshire Dales uplands.
An expansive view from the top of Crummackdale, showcasing the distinctive limestone pavement that spreads broadly across the landscape. The foreground features weathered grey limestone slabs with deep fissures and clints typical of this geological formation, interspersed with patches of grass. Beyond the pavement, the land rises gently to grassy hills and ridges, bathed in dappled sunlight under a partly cloudy sky. In the distance, lush green fields and rolling hills stretch towards the horizon, creating a striking contrast with the rugged limestone. The overall scene conveys the unique natural beauty and geological character of the Yorkshire Dales uplands.
An expansive view from the top of Crummackdale, showcasing the distinctive limestone pavement that spreads broadly across the landscape. The foreground features weathered grey limestone slabs with deep fissures and clints typical of this geological formation, interspersed with patches of grass. Beyond the pavement, the land rises gently to grassy hills and ridges, bathed in dappled sunlight under a partly cloudy sky. In the distance, lush green fields and rolling hills stretch towards the horizon, creating a striking contrast with the rugged limestone. The overall scene conveys the unique natural beauty and geological character of the Yorkshire Dales uplands.
A picturesque view of Crummackdale in the Yorkshire Dales, focusing on the rugged limestone landscape known as Moughton Scar in the distance. The foreground is dominated by a traditional dry stone wall that zigzags across the green grassy hillside, leading the eye deeper into the scene. Beyond the wall, the scar itself rises with its characteristic pale limestone rock formations, patches of grass, and gentle slopes. The sky above is mostly cloudy with soft, diffused light illuminating the landscape, creating a serene and timeless rural atmosphere typical of this historic upland area in northern England.
A picturesque view of Crummackdale in the Yorkshire Dales, focusing on the rugged limestone landscape known as Moughton Scar in the distance. The foreground is dominated by a traditional dry stone wall that zigzags across the green grassy hillside, leading the eye deeper into the scene. Beyond the wall, the scar itself rises with its characteristic pale limestone rock formations, patches of grass, and gentle slopes. The sky above is mostly cloudy with soft, diffused light illuminating the landscape, creating a serene and timeless rural atmosphere typical of this historic upland area in northern England.
A picturesque view of Crummackdale in the Yorkshire Dales, focusing on the rugged limestone landscape known as Moughton Scar in the distance. The foreground is dominated by a traditional dry stone wall that zigzags across the green grassy hillside, leading the eye deeper into the scene. Beyond the wall, the scar itself rises with its characteristic pale limestone rock formations, patches of grass, and gentle slopes. The sky above is mostly cloudy with soft, diffused light illuminating the landscape, creating a serene and timeless rural atmosphere typical of this historic upland area in northern England.
A sweeping view of the patchwork farmland in the Yorkshire Dales, looking southwards towards the distant silhouette of Pendle Hill under a partly cloudy sky. The foreground features rolling green fields divided by traditional dry stone walls and scattered with grazing sheep and cattle. A winding narrow country lane snakes through the hills, drawing the eye deeper into the landscape. The middle distance shows a mix of farmland, woodland, and scattered farm buildings, while the far horizon reveals the iconic rounded shape of Pendle Hill, softened by a light haze. The overall atmosphere is calm and pastoral, showcasing the rural charm and agricultural heritage of this classic northern English countryside.
A sweeping view of the patchwork farmland in the Yorkshire Dales, looking southwards towards the distant silhouette of Pendle Hill under a partly cloudy sky. The foreground features rolling green fields divided by traditional dry stone walls and scattered with grazing sheep and cattle. A winding narrow country lane snakes through the hills, drawing the eye deeper into the landscape. The middle distance shows a mix of farmland, woodland, and scattered farm buildings, while the far horizon reveals the iconic rounded shape of Pendle Hill, softened by a light haze. The overall atmosphere is calm and pastoral, showcasing the rural charm and agricultural heritage of this classic northern English countryside.
A sweeping view of the patchwork farmland in the Yorkshire Dales, looking southwards towards the distant silhouette of Pendle Hill under a partly cloudy sky. The foreground features rolling green fields divided by traditional dry stone walls and scattered with grazing sheep and cattle. A winding narrow country lane snakes through the hills, drawing the eye deeper into the landscape. The middle distance shows a mix of farmland, woodland, and scattered farm buildings, while the far horizon reveals the iconic rounded shape of Pendle Hill, softened by a light haze. The overall atmosphere is calm and pastoral, showcasing the rural charm and agricultural heritage of this classic northern English countryside.
A dramatic landscape view of Crummackdale in the Yorkshire Dales, looking towards the distinctive flat-topped hill of Pen-y-Ghent in the distance. The scene is bathed in soft, moody light as sunlight breaks through heavy, textured clouds, casting patches of brightness on the grassy slopes and limestone cliffs below. The foreground is filled with rich green grass and rolling hills, while the middle ground reveals the pale, weathered limestone escarpments that contrast sharply with the darker, shadowed slopes of Pen-y-Ghent behind. The overall atmosphere is one of rugged natural beauty and changing weather, typical of this iconic English upland area.
A dramatic landscape view of Crummackdale in the Yorkshire Dales, looking towards the distinctive flat-topped hill of Pen-y-Ghent in the distance. The scene is bathed in soft, moody light as sunlight breaks through heavy, textured clouds, casting patches of brightness on the grassy slopes and limestone cliffs below. The foreground is filled with rich green grass and rolling hills, while the middle ground reveals the pale, weathered limestone escarpments that contrast sharply with the darker, shadowed slopes of Pen-y-Ghent behind. The overall atmosphere is one of rugged natural beauty and changing weather, typical of this iconic English upland area.
A dramatic landscape view of Crummackdale in the Yorkshire Dales, looking towards the distinctive flat-topped hill of Pen-y-Ghent in the distance. The scene is bathed in soft, moody light as sunlight breaks through heavy, textured clouds, casting patches of brightness on the grassy slopes and limestone cliffs below. The foreground is filled with rich green grass and rolling hills, while the middle ground reveals the pale, weathered limestone escarpments that contrast sharply with the darker, shadowed slopes of Pen-y-Ghent behind. The overall atmosphere is one of rugged natural beauty and changing weather, typical of this iconic English upland area.
Ian Cylkowski Photography
@IanCykowski@photog.social  ·  activity timestamp 2 weeks ago

Sorry, it's been a while since my last update. June and July have been... TUMULTUOUS.

Here are the Duddo Five Stones! Roughly 4,000 years old, just north of their namesake village. A mystical and timeless place, aided by dramatic skies.

More photos here -> https://www.iancylkowski.com/blog/2025/7/24/duddo-five-stones-northumberland-summer

#landscape #nature #travel #photography #photographie #photo#stonecircle #uk #britain #england #summer #northumberland

This detailed close-up image highlights the textured surface of another of the Duddo Five Stones in Northumberland, England. The stone features deep vertical grooves and ridges, with a rugged, weather-beaten appearance. The surface is adorned with diverse patches of lichen in shades of pale grey, green, and subtle yellow, adding a natural mosaic effect. The rough, uneven stone shows signs of age and exposure to the elements, with soft natural light accentuating the stone’s contours and the delicate growth of the lichens, emphasising the historic and enduring nature of the standing stones.
This detailed close-up image highlights the textured surface of another of the Duddo Five Stones in Northumberland, England. The stone features deep vertical grooves and ridges, with a rugged, weather-beaten appearance. The surface is adorned with diverse patches of lichen in shades of pale grey, green, and subtle yellow, adding a natural mosaic effect. The rough, uneven stone shows signs of age and exposure to the elements, with soft natural light accentuating the stone’s contours and the delicate growth of the lichens, emphasising the historic and enduring nature of the standing stones.
This detailed close-up image highlights the textured surface of another of the Duddo Five Stones in Northumberland, England. The stone features deep vertical grooves and ridges, with a rugged, weather-beaten appearance. The surface is adorned with diverse patches of lichen in shades of pale grey, green, and subtle yellow, adding a natural mosaic effect. The rough, uneven stone shows signs of age and exposure to the elements, with soft natural light accentuating the stone’s contours and the delicate growth of the lichens, emphasising the historic and enduring nature of the standing stones.
A close-up image captures the textured surface of one of the Duddo Five Stones in Northumberland, England. The weathered stone is characterised by deep vertical grooves and irregular contours, covered in various patches of pale grey and green lichen as well as small tufts of moss. The natural light highlights the rough, uneven surface, emphasising the stone’s ancient, timeworn character and the quiet resilience of the lichen growing on it, set against a subtle backdrop of grass at the base.
A close-up image captures the textured surface of one of the Duddo Five Stones in Northumberland, England. The weathered stone is characterised by deep vertical grooves and irregular contours, covered in various patches of pale grey and green lichen as well as small tufts of moss. The natural light highlights the rough, uneven surface, emphasising the stone’s ancient, timeworn character and the quiet resilience of the lichen growing on it, set against a subtle backdrop of grass at the base.
A close-up image captures the textured surface of one of the Duddo Five Stones in Northumberland, England. The weathered stone is characterised by deep vertical grooves and irregular contours, covered in various patches of pale grey and green lichen as well as small tufts of moss. The natural light highlights the rough, uneven surface, emphasising the stone’s ancient, timeworn character and the quiet resilience of the lichen growing on it, set against a subtle backdrop of grass at the base.
A close-up view of the Duddo Five Stones in Northumberland, England, showcasing the five large, weathered standing stones arranged in a rough circle on a grassy hilltop. The stones are irregular in shape, covered with patches of lichen, and their rough textures and vertical grooves are clearly visible. The surrounding grass is lush and green, while the sky above is dynamic with a mix of dark, heavy clouds and patches of blue sky, casting a moody yet vibrant atmosphere over the ancient site and its expansive rural landscape in the distance.
A close-up view of the Duddo Five Stones in Northumberland, England, showcasing the five large, weathered standing stones arranged in a rough circle on a grassy hilltop. The stones are irregular in shape, covered with patches of lichen, and their rough textures and vertical grooves are clearly visible. The surrounding grass is lush and green, while the sky above is dynamic with a mix of dark, heavy clouds and patches of blue sky, casting a moody yet vibrant atmosphere over the ancient site and its expansive rural landscape in the distance.
A close-up view of the Duddo Five Stones in Northumberland, England, showcasing the five large, weathered standing stones arranged in a rough circle on a grassy hilltop. The stones are irregular in shape, covered with patches of lichen, and their rough textures and vertical grooves are clearly visible. The surrounding grass is lush and green, while the sky above is dynamic with a mix of dark, heavy clouds and patches of blue sky, casting a moody yet vibrant atmosphere over the ancient site and its expansive rural landscape in the distance.
The Duddo Five Stones, a small group of ancient standing stones set on a gentle grassy hill in Northumberland, England. A narrow dirt path leads straight through the lush green field, drawing the eye towards the stones standing silhouetted against a dramatic sky filled with thick, low-hanging grey clouds. The stones appear weathered and irregular in shape, emphasising their age and historical significance, while the moody sky and open landscape evoke a sense of timelessness and mystery.
The Duddo Five Stones, a small group of ancient standing stones set on a gentle grassy hill in Northumberland, England. A narrow dirt path leads straight through the lush green field, drawing the eye towards the stones standing silhouetted against a dramatic sky filled with thick, low-hanging grey clouds. The stones appear weathered and irregular in shape, emphasising their age and historical significance, while the moody sky and open landscape evoke a sense of timelessness and mystery.
The Duddo Five Stones, a small group of ancient standing stones set on a gentle grassy hill in Northumberland, England. A narrow dirt path leads straight through the lush green field, drawing the eye towards the stones standing silhouetted against a dramatic sky filled with thick, low-hanging grey clouds. The stones appear weathered and irregular in shape, emphasising their age and historical significance, while the moody sky and open landscape evoke a sense of timelessness and mystery.
Ian Cylkowski Photography
@IanCykowski@photog.social  ·  activity timestamp 2 weeks ago

Sorry, it's been a while since my last update. June and July have been... TUMULTUOUS.

Here are the Duddo Five Stones! Roughly 4,000 years old, just north of their namesake village. A mystical and timeless place, aided by dramatic skies.

More photos here -> https://www.iancylkowski.com/blog/2025/7/24/duddo-five-stones-northumberland-summer

#landscape #nature #travel #photography #photographie #photo#stonecircle #uk #britain #england #summer #northumberland

This detailed close-up image highlights the textured surface of another of the Duddo Five Stones in Northumberland, England. The stone features deep vertical grooves and ridges, with a rugged, weather-beaten appearance. The surface is adorned with diverse patches of lichen in shades of pale grey, green, and subtle yellow, adding a natural mosaic effect. The rough, uneven stone shows signs of age and exposure to the elements, with soft natural light accentuating the stone’s contours and the delicate growth of the lichens, emphasising the historic and enduring nature of the standing stones.
This detailed close-up image highlights the textured surface of another of the Duddo Five Stones in Northumberland, England. The stone features deep vertical grooves and ridges, with a rugged, weather-beaten appearance. The surface is adorned with diverse patches of lichen in shades of pale grey, green, and subtle yellow, adding a natural mosaic effect. The rough, uneven stone shows signs of age and exposure to the elements, with soft natural light accentuating the stone’s contours and the delicate growth of the lichens, emphasising the historic and enduring nature of the standing stones.
This detailed close-up image highlights the textured surface of another of the Duddo Five Stones in Northumberland, England. The stone features deep vertical grooves and ridges, with a rugged, weather-beaten appearance. The surface is adorned with diverse patches of lichen in shades of pale grey, green, and subtle yellow, adding a natural mosaic effect. The rough, uneven stone shows signs of age and exposure to the elements, with soft natural light accentuating the stone’s contours and the delicate growth of the lichens, emphasising the historic and enduring nature of the standing stones.
A close-up image captures the textured surface of one of the Duddo Five Stones in Northumberland, England. The weathered stone is characterised by deep vertical grooves and irregular contours, covered in various patches of pale grey and green lichen as well as small tufts of moss. The natural light highlights the rough, uneven surface, emphasising the stone’s ancient, timeworn character and the quiet resilience of the lichen growing on it, set against a subtle backdrop of grass at the base.
A close-up image captures the textured surface of one of the Duddo Five Stones in Northumberland, England. The weathered stone is characterised by deep vertical grooves and irregular contours, covered in various patches of pale grey and green lichen as well as small tufts of moss. The natural light highlights the rough, uneven surface, emphasising the stone’s ancient, timeworn character and the quiet resilience of the lichen growing on it, set against a subtle backdrop of grass at the base.
A close-up image captures the textured surface of one of the Duddo Five Stones in Northumberland, England. The weathered stone is characterised by deep vertical grooves and irregular contours, covered in various patches of pale grey and green lichen as well as small tufts of moss. The natural light highlights the rough, uneven surface, emphasising the stone’s ancient, timeworn character and the quiet resilience of the lichen growing on it, set against a subtle backdrop of grass at the base.
A close-up view of the Duddo Five Stones in Northumberland, England, showcasing the five large, weathered standing stones arranged in a rough circle on a grassy hilltop. The stones are irregular in shape, covered with patches of lichen, and their rough textures and vertical grooves are clearly visible. The surrounding grass is lush and green, while the sky above is dynamic with a mix of dark, heavy clouds and patches of blue sky, casting a moody yet vibrant atmosphere over the ancient site and its expansive rural landscape in the distance.
A close-up view of the Duddo Five Stones in Northumberland, England, showcasing the five large, weathered standing stones arranged in a rough circle on a grassy hilltop. The stones are irregular in shape, covered with patches of lichen, and their rough textures and vertical grooves are clearly visible. The surrounding grass is lush and green, while the sky above is dynamic with a mix of dark, heavy clouds and patches of blue sky, casting a moody yet vibrant atmosphere over the ancient site and its expansive rural landscape in the distance.
A close-up view of the Duddo Five Stones in Northumberland, England, showcasing the five large, weathered standing stones arranged in a rough circle on a grassy hilltop. The stones are irregular in shape, covered with patches of lichen, and their rough textures and vertical grooves are clearly visible. The surrounding grass is lush and green, while the sky above is dynamic with a mix of dark, heavy clouds and patches of blue sky, casting a moody yet vibrant atmosphere over the ancient site and its expansive rural landscape in the distance.
The Duddo Five Stones, a small group of ancient standing stones set on a gentle grassy hill in Northumberland, England. A narrow dirt path leads straight through the lush green field, drawing the eye towards the stones standing silhouetted against a dramatic sky filled with thick, low-hanging grey clouds. The stones appear weathered and irregular in shape, emphasising their age and historical significance, while the moody sky and open landscape evoke a sense of timelessness and mystery.
The Duddo Five Stones, a small group of ancient standing stones set on a gentle grassy hill in Northumberland, England. A narrow dirt path leads straight through the lush green field, drawing the eye towards the stones standing silhouetted against a dramatic sky filled with thick, low-hanging grey clouds. The stones appear weathered and irregular in shape, emphasising their age and historical significance, while the moody sky and open landscape evoke a sense of timelessness and mystery.
The Duddo Five Stones, a small group of ancient standing stones set on a gentle grassy hill in Northumberland, England. A narrow dirt path leads straight through the lush green field, drawing the eye towards the stones standing silhouetted against a dramatic sky filled with thick, low-hanging grey clouds. The stones appear weathered and irregular in shape, emphasising their age and historical significance, while the moody sky and open landscape evoke a sense of timelessness and mystery.
The Japan Times
@thejapantimes@mastodon.social  ·  activity timestamp 2 weeks ago

Japan's kids have summer projects to do. From book reports to research projects, here’s how parents can help — with a grammar lesson to boot. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/life/2025/07/24/language/japanese-children-screens-summer/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #life #language #nihongo #vocabulary #summer #parenting #children
hastingsmothman
@hastingsmothman@mastodon.green  ·  activity timestamp 2 weeks ago

Today's #MothOfTheDay is a tiny 4mm micromoth (about a grain of rice). Micros are known by their Latin name first, with vernacular as secondary.

LOBESIA RELIQUANA (Wood Marble) A tortrix moth; ergo it spins leaves to create larvae shelters. Hard to photo in focus with 6yr old iPhone because it's so miniscule!

#moths #moth #mothsandbutterflies #butterflies#MothsMatter #nature #wildlife #britishwildlife #lepidoptera #entomology #insect #cute #garden #summer #conservation #biodiversity #alttext

Side on shot of a 4-5mm moth about the size of a grain of cooked rice. It faces left. It is three times as long as it is high and it holds its wings tight against its abdomen in a tented position making it look almost tubular. Its scales are a distinct marble pattern of blue, gold and rust in a very metallic sheen, each blotch edged in white. It has a small dark tuft sticking up just behind its head and an antennae which it holds close to its flank.
Side on shot of a 4-5mm moth about the size of a grain of cooked rice. It faces left. It is three times as long as it is high and it holds its wings tight against its abdomen in a tented position making it look almost tubular. Its scales are a distinct marble pattern of blue, gold and rust in a very metallic sheen, each blotch edged in white. It has a small dark tuft sticking up just behind its head and an antennae which it holds close to its flank.
Side on shot of a 4-5mm moth about the size of a grain of cooked rice. It faces left. It is three times as long as it is high and it holds its wings tight against its abdomen in a tented position making it look almost tubular. Its scales are a distinct marble pattern of blue, gold and rust in a very metallic sheen, each blotch edged in white. It has a small dark tuft sticking up just behind its head and an antennae which it holds close to its flank.
hastingsmothman
@hastingsmothman@mastodon.green  ·  activity timestamp 2 weeks ago

Today's #MothOfTheDay is a tiny 4mm micromoth (about a grain of rice). Micros are known by their Latin name first, with vernacular as secondary.

LOBESIA RELIQUANA (Wood Marble) A tortrix moth; ergo it spins leaves to create larvae shelters. Hard to photo in focus with 6yr old iPhone because it's so miniscule!

#moths #moth #mothsandbutterflies #butterflies#MothsMatter #nature #wildlife #britishwildlife #lepidoptera #entomology #insect #cute #garden #summer #conservation #biodiversity #alttext

Side on shot of a 4-5mm moth about the size of a grain of cooked rice. It faces left. It is three times as long as it is high and it holds its wings tight against its abdomen in a tented position making it look almost tubular. Its scales are a distinct marble pattern of blue, gold and rust in a very metallic sheen, each blotch edged in white. It has a small dark tuft sticking up just behind its head and an antennae which it holds close to its flank.
Side on shot of a 4-5mm moth about the size of a grain of cooked rice. It faces left. It is three times as long as it is high and it holds its wings tight against its abdomen in a tented position making it look almost tubular. Its scales are a distinct marble pattern of blue, gold and rust in a very metallic sheen, each blotch edged in white. It has a small dark tuft sticking up just behind its head and an antennae which it holds close to its flank.
Side on shot of a 4-5mm moth about the size of a grain of cooked rice. It faces left. It is three times as long as it is high and it holds its wings tight against its abdomen in a tented position making it look almost tubular. Its scales are a distinct marble pattern of blue, gold and rust in a very metallic sheen, each blotch edged in white. It has a small dark tuft sticking up just behind its head and an antennae which it holds close to its flank.
James Akers
@JamesAkers@expressional.social  ·  activity timestamp 3 weeks ago

I finished up teaching 2 week neon and STEM class at Urbanglass on Friday. The high schoolers were from all over NYC with varied backgrounds/ schooling and they all made such fun things!
Along with my two TAs (Caroline and MolMol) we taught them not only how to wire and bend neon tubes, but also how to solder (SMT and through hole) and the very basics on programming captive portal ESP32 chips for blinking neon with phones.
We played games, Including making a 30 foot mega straw for fruit punch, competing with three glass an food coloring "rollercoasters" as well as numerous "drop test" contests to test/ build bend/ weld strength.
Overall they learned about planning, pereeverance and some the hard lessons of loss that glass can teach so well when the thing you make breaks.

One student quoted Don Quixote "Without hardships there can be no Adventure!" - couldn't have said it better myself :)

#neon #teaching#STEM #glass #nyc #electronics #highschool #summer #soldering #diy #education
James Akers
@JamesAkers@expressional.social  ·  activity timestamp 3 weeks ago

I finished up teaching 2 week neon and STEM class at Urbanglass on Friday. The high schoolers were from all over NYC with varied backgrounds/ schooling and they all made such fun things!
Along with my two TAs (Caroline and MolMol) we taught them not only how to wire and bend neon tubes, but also how to solder (SMT and through hole) and the very basics on programming captive portal ESP32 chips for blinking neon with phones.
We played games, Including making a 30 foot mega straw for fruit punch, competing with three glass an food coloring "rollercoasters" as well as numerous "drop test" contests to test/ build bend/ weld strength.
Overall they learned about planning, pereeverance and some the hard lessons of loss that glass can teach so well when the thing you make breaks.

One student quoted Don Quixote "Without hardships there can be no Adventure!" - couldn't have said it better myself :)

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