tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9042065267793186282012-02-09T19:06:30.017ZTheTamshee"wit or wae oot shaws"TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.comBlogger4821100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-70934017663611103192012-02-06T19:43:00.001Z2012-02-06T20:20:51.766ZGolden Eagle & Hare
TheTamshee: travelled some distant miles to have the opportunity to photograph this majestic captive Golden Eagle displaying for a few keen photographers.The challenge was to capture the menace in the eagles steely eye's. Having the opportunity to get up close to this magnificient raptor; and experience the raw power in that hooked beak and pin sharp talons was a great experience. Check out TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-61409603766122508772012-01-26T21:32:00.000Z2012-01-26T21:32:55.541ZShort Eared OwlTheTamshee:spent a bright but cold day in the company of a handful of Short Eared Owls on the east coast of scotland. The light conditions were favourable but it can be very tricky capturing these magnificent predators in full flight. They are constantly changing direction while scanning the grassy terrain for a tasty rodent. Check out Tamshee's Photography photostream / Flickr for more of the setTheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-79262477663036584752012-01-24T22:15:00.001Z2012-01-25T17:14:57.220ZRed Squirrel @ Whinfell ForestTheTamshee: spent some quality time strolling the tracks through Whinfell Forest in search of the ever exploring Red Squirrel or Eurasian red squirrel (Sciurus vulgaris) they are a species of tree squirrel which are thriving among the pine trees in this region of the lake district. The red squirrel is an arboreal, omnivorous rodent whose numbers have decreased drastically in recent years, in partTheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-51890638206275703972012-01-02T21:14:00.002Z2012-01-02T21:20:16.501ZGrey Heron @ Isle Of Mull
Tamshee's Photography's photostream on Flickr.TheTamshee's: Elegant Grey Heron has plumage that is largely grey over the upper body, and off-white below. The adults have a white head with a broad black supercilium and slender crest, while immatures have a dull grey head. It has a powerful, pinkish / yellow / orange bill, which is brighter in breeding adults. It has a slow motion flight, with TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-37146124409627329102011-12-31T21:38:00.002Z2012-01-01T22:36:53.806ZOtter @ Isle Of MullTheTamshee: signs off a great year for photography with the hypnotic appeal of the Dog Otter at Isle Of Mull. They have long, slim bodies and relatively short limbs, with webbed paws. Most have sharp claws on their feet, and all except the sea otter have long muscular tails. It was a great pleasure to spend some time around the lochs of the Isle Of Mull, photographing these creatures of the TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-11869886498556302692011-12-16T10:25:00.004Z2012-01-02T13:46:12.432ZPeregrine Falcon (Falco Peregrinus)TheTamshee: has been spending some quality time observing the behaviour of a pair of Peregrine Falcons. These raptors are at the top end of the food chain when it comes to birds of prey. They are regarded as the fastest animal in the world during its characteristic hunting stoop. They feed almost exclusively on medium-sized birds such as pigeons, doves, waterfowl and songbirds but will hunt bats TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-2981731135965304932011-12-08T22:41:00.004Z2012-01-02T16:12:46.084ZShort Eared OwlsTheTamshee: spent a wet and blustery day in the company of Ron McCombe; scanning some northumberland grassland in search of Short Eared Owls. As the light faded late into the afternoon, we were rewarded with a flurry of activity when the local farmer and some duck hunters disturbed the hedgerow habitat frequented by these magnificient silent predators. There was a number of short eared owls TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-44841296119887866092011-12-05T16:21:00.002Z2011-12-05T16:26:15.960ZSnowy Morning @ InchgarthTheTamshee: spent the morning clearing the first december snow fall from the drive at Inchgarth; but it does offer up the opportunity for some Xmas card photography.TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-49368781380067411532011-12-03T17:05:00.002Z2011-12-03T17:09:26.611ZScott's SelkirkTheTamshee & kids wandered along Selkirk high street to check out Scott's Selkirk for some winter cheer on this cold december morning. Originally conceived as a millennium project that proved so popular it has become an important annual event - celebrating the life and times of Sir Walter Scott.TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0Selkirk, The Scottish Borders TD7, UK55.5482751 -2.838946200000009455.5393731 -2.8576137000000092 55.5571771 -2.8202787000000096tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-90400119485240219172011-12-02T10:52:00.000Z2011-12-03T17:06:09.719ZSunset @ SeaTheTamshee: was able to capture these photographs of the sunset while working offshore, Norfolk. The navigation light represents man-made artificial light versus the natural light from the flaming fire ball!! TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-53405546952267564052011-11-20T19:59:00.001Z2011-11-20T19:59:09.208ZTamshee's Photography's photostreamTamshee's Photography's photostream on Flickr.TheTamshee: continue's to process images from a wonderful trip to Isle Of Mull. TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-59936529163538492822011-11-02T21:02:00.001Z2011-11-02T21:02:16.191ZTamshee's Red KitesTamshee's Red Kite, a set on Flickr.TheTamshe: visited Argaty hide @ Lerrocks Farm on saturday but the kites were being elusive; not feeding on the scrapes until late in the afternoon when the light had faded. Returned on monday with much better results; with the kites flocking in big numbers for the few spectators that stayed a bit longer.TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-17212452704249865602011-10-31T10:13:00.000Z2011-10-31T10:13:32.380ZStags & Otters
TheTamshee: spent five days on the glorious Isle Of Mull in the company of Ron McCombe (Scottish wildlife photographer of the year 2010) Our plan for the week was to scan the glens for Stags; and the sea lochs in search of Otters. We were on the road each day before first light which offered good opportunities to get Red Deer grassing on the low pastures. The rutting season is apon us but TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-51913065856650290072011-10-10T20:55:00.002+01:002011-10-11T19:58:40.364+01:00Tamshee's Photography's photostream
Tamshee's Photography's photostream on Flickr.TheTamshee: spots Kestrel preying on the migrating birds on board the drilling rig. NJRTheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-61149492613866058212011-09-23T13:36:00.001+01:002011-09-23T13:36:28.545+01:00Tamshee's Photography's photostreamTamshee's Photography's photostream on Flickr.Trying to get to grips with landscape versus flowing waterTheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-31821819409908489802011-09-19T15:28:00.000+01:002011-09-19T15:28:58.315+01:00Tail Burn
TheTamshee: departed Selkirk with clear blue sky en route to the Grey Mare's Tail and onward to Loch Skene. Unfortunately the mist rolled in on my ascent thus cancelling out the photography opportunity.TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-88533916167448268202011-08-14T10:20:00.000+01:002011-08-14T10:20:40.872+01:00Loch KatrineTheTamshee & family spent a couple of days exploring the delights of the Trossachs Trail with Loch Katrine the gem in the oyster for manageable family cycling. Spectacular views of the distant Ben Venue when cruising on the impressive steamship Sir Walter ScottTheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0Loch Katrine, Callander, Perthshire FK17 8, UK56.2640564 -4.48268819999998431.1388909 -64.24831319999998 81.3892219 55.282936800000016tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-22966295386310030382011-07-08T22:37:00.000+01:002011-07-08T22:37:25.543+01:00Puffin @ Staple IslandTheTamshee & family ventured out on the "Glad Tidings IV" to cruise around the Farne Islands with a stop over on Staple Island to shot some fantastic photo's of the resident Puffins.TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-7652281989806463382011-06-05T22:06:00.000+01:002011-06-05T22:06:54.797+01:00Turbulent Waters TheTamshee: experiments with shutter priority to capture the turbulent flow on the River DeeTheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-1286938988618953152011-05-25T20:24:00.001+01:002011-05-25T20:24:27.924+01:00Red KiteTheTamshee: captures the piercing eye's of the majestic Red KiteTheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-77679749088858437552011-05-18T21:14:00.007+01:002011-05-19T07:19:11.471+01:00Grey Heron @ Murray's CauldTheTamshee says: it's taken a while but finally I catch the Grey Heron with a light supperTheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-31139871106799691562011-05-15T19:04:00.010+01:002011-05-15T19:40:48.867+01:00Snail & LeafTheTamshee: spent the day with renowned wildlife photographer Laurie Campbell; sponging up more tips and techniques at his latest workshop session around Harestanes. Followed through on sound advice and started experimenting with the 77mm close-up lens 500D attached to my 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS USM. The results are pleasing to me but not sure if they stand up to scrutinising by the professionals.TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-57942471662377809752011-05-13T18:57:00.004+01:002011-05-14T09:31:19.763+01:00Coot @ Scott's PondTheTamshee: has something in common with this Coot; yes I here you say: Bald AsTheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-83177527006336995092011-05-09T07:16:00.008+01:002011-05-09T07:43:51.736+01:00Goosander & MallardTheTamshee: strolled the bank of the River Ettrick to spot this female Goosander soaking up the evening sun. The ginger mullet gave her that "stand out from the crowd look" The female Mallard on the other hand; had busier times tending the brood of nine!!TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-38924002484091279702011-05-06T18:38:00.002+01:002011-05-06T20:10:15.941+01:00Teviot Smokery & Water GardenMr & Mrs Tamshee: had a wonderful today strolling the banks of the River Teviot @ the Old Toll Bridge then popped into the Teviot Smokery & Water Gardens to have a leisurely lunch. Superb!!TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-38961314923745973632011-04-18T22:08:00.004+01:002011-04-18T22:17:33.693+01:00Village Center @ WhinfellTheTamshee: waited patiently to capture the deserted scene of my favourite glass houseTheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-3088813192134533092011-04-11T21:49:00.006+01:002011-04-11T22:01:36.151+01:00Grey Heron @ Loch BegTheTamshee's: lens can't resist the elegance of the stalking Grey Heron on the shore of Loch BegTheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-15602028818968054522011-04-10T17:42:00.004+01:002011-04-10T17:54:02.851+01:00Buzzard Tree @ GreenhillTheTamshee: pays particular attention to this dead tree; it's a favoured perch of this common buzzard.TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-82122905667712927082011-04-09T21:47:00.006+01:002011-04-09T22:32:42.437+01:00Argaty Red Kites TheTamshee: clan stopped off for some lunch @ Lerrocks Farm on the outskirts of Doune. This is the location of Argaty Red Kites. My favourite location for photographing these magnificient raptors. Many thanks to Mike for the interesting info pertaining to the history & re-introduction program. Great session @ the hide and managed to capture some good shots. TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-47751105040478146912011-04-07T07:15:00.007+01:002011-04-07T07:15:00.973+01:00Duart Castle & Lismore LighthouseTheTamshee: clan visited Duart Castle, stronghold to clan Maclean. Standing proudly on a clifftop guarding the sound of mull. Across the sound to the east, Lismore lighthouse guides the shipping safely through the channel to the western isles.TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-36881011738069680702011-04-06T11:25:00.011+01:002011-04-06T12:07:41.923+01:00Red Deer On MullTheTamshee: headed south and west along the A849 Glen More road in search of Red Deer grazing in the shadows of Ben Buie (717m) As the light faded I continued around Loch Beg while looking north to the summit of Ben More (966m) the only munro on Mull. As the single track road meanders west then north to the shore of Loch Na Keal you are treated to spectangular scenery with Beinn a Ghraig (591m) TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-13069861275518458502011-04-06T05:49:00.001+01:002011-04-06T05:49:00.266+01:00Wrecks @ Salen Bay, MullTheTamshee: captures the erie atmosphere hanging over these old fishing boat wrecks @ Salen Bay. TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-84859114750326501312011-04-05T10:55:00.006+01:002011-04-05T11:13:59.794+01:00Stonechat @ Grasspoint, MullTheTamshee: walked out to Grasspoint in search of sea eagles but only managed this photo of the lively Stonechat perched on rusty wire in blustery conditions.TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-33531399536365915762011-03-31T11:48:00.015+01:002011-03-31T16:17:22.655+01:00Ron's McCombe's Garden WorkshopTheTamshee: was privilaged to spent the afternoon in the company of wildlife photographer Ron McCombe; winner of the Scottish Photographer of the year 2010, with his colourful photo of this Waxwing. Congratulations, once again on this great achievement. Ron's garden workshop session was of great benefit, allowing me to learn camera features and practise techniques while capturing great shots of TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-79429837474899504772011-03-29T07:23:00.000+01:002011-03-29T09:01:02.052+01:00The Three BrethernTheTamshee: set off up the Corby Linn en-route to the Three Brethern Cairns which were built in the 1500s by the lairds of Yair, Selkirk and Philiphaugh to mark the boundary of their land. The rewards are fantastic panoramic views across Minch Moor to the South & the distant Eildon Hills to the East. In more recent years the view to the north is dominated by the wind turbines at Longpark FarmTheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-17493154551023551002011-03-28T17:36:00.009+01:002011-03-28T19:20:41.643+01:00Neidpath Castle TheTamshee: strolled the banks of the river tweed to shoot Neidpath Castle as the sun fades in the west. Nay signs O the ghostly "Maid Of Neidpath" to be seenTheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-2414245186826023772011-03-27T14:59:00.005+01:002011-03-27T15:13:49.432+01:00Sky & BuzzardTheTamshee: experiments with layers in Serif PhotoPlusx4TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-7197510557941340382011-03-24T18:44:00.007Z2011-03-24T18:56:40.419ZOystercatcherTheTamshee: stumbles apon the elegant Oystercatcher as I cruise the Yarrow Valley en-route to the Grey Mare's Tail.TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-4447645416316554942011-03-24T08:45:00.010Z2011-03-24T09:15:15.214ZBuzzard @ Greenhill TheTamshee: spent some time trekking the countryside around Greenhill farm to snap the majestic Buzzards patrolling the skies. The Roe Deer made a late afternoon appearance, but rather shy, don't like stalking photographers!!TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-37580927706586922462011-03-19T20:23:00.004Z2011-03-19T20:31:05.720ZRed SquirrelTheTamshee: captures the twinkle in this squirrels eye as it prepares for a nutty feast.TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-65464884351076754122011-03-18T20:01:00.005Z2011-03-18T20:27:50.848ZNJR @ East PortTheTamshee: gets involved in lifeboat sea trials @ East Port outer harbourTheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-86730211623056442742011-03-17T20:07:00.007Z2011-03-17T20:45:30.963ZThe Tawny RoostTheTamshee: checks out the Tawny Owl Roost on the edge of the woodland below the Eildon Hills. All quite after some heavy snow fall but good signs of scat.TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-34440766734210602442011-02-17T10:24:00.009Z2011-02-17T14:56:38.939ZHarris HawkTheTamshee says: you don't often get the chance to photograph the majestic Harris Hawk while wandering the pine forest @ Whinfell, Cumbria but this innocent looking hawk took no prisoners while attacking the wandering duck meandering between the cyclists.TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-25822415903873070142011-02-09T18:45:00.004Z2011-02-09T18:57:42.888ZNorthern Mocking BirdTheTamshee's: Northern Mocking Bird perches on the berry tree along freeway 59 downtown HoustonTheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-22589347595777966102011-01-14T18:19:00.007Z2011-01-14T19:40:55.325ZLoch O The LowesTheTamshee: enjoys a walk around the Loch O The Lowes at the head of St Mary's Loch. This winter scene has been taken from below the bridge leading to Tibbie's HotelTheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-50744030648649279642011-01-06T07:42:00.006Z2011-01-06T11:29:28.600ZWaxwing @ InchgarthTheTamshee's: good lady captures this exotic-looking, scarce winter migrant who gets it's name from the curiously shaped secondary feathers on it's wings which look like pieces of red wax. Not common in our border garden but well worth a stop over to gorge on their choosen berry, which has been in abundance at Inchgarth this year.TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-19220337861528611382010-12-22T21:36:00.004Z2010-12-22T21:45:45.171ZTamshee's GrasshopperTheTamshee's: Hey Grasshopper, you looking @ meTheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-18930701772000325152010-12-05T13:39:00.006Z2010-12-05T14:25:06.891ZSt Mary's LochTheTamshee: captures the changing seasons @ St Mary's Loch in the picturesque Yarrow ValleyTheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-62861296516784853462010-12-02T10:13:00.007Z2010-12-02T10:34:42.027ZDryburgh Abbey CollectionTheTamshee: is well chuffed with the time & effort put in by Linda Kinsman-Blake on our Dryburgh Abbey collection. Many thanks; it's appreciated.TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-64481516181808981392010-11-28T08:29:00.006Z2010-11-28T18:44:52.221ZSmailholm Tower TheTamshee: checks out the snowy terrain around Smailholm Tower. Click title link & View original post for the history.TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-89717359103877480052010-11-25T06:40:00.003Z2010-11-25T06:40:00.631Z10th Wedding AnniversaryTheTamshee's: mind wanders back to these Gothic ruins, surrounded by gnarled yew trees and cedars of Lebanon, said to have been planted by knights returning from the Crusades no less. Yes; The Chapter House at Dryburgh Abbey; the place of my marriage, good times indeed. Bring on the next ten. Love you Sal xx
TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-4125679596911323112010-11-23T20:13:00.005Z2010-11-23T20:25:48.321ZChocolate @ Muncaster CastleTheTamshee: gets full frontal with the mighty Chocolate @ Muncaster CastleTheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-5893298098879258242010-11-20T16:35:00.001Z2010-11-20T20:53:41.275ZTamshee's Dead WoodTheTamshee: keeps a eye on this dead wood to shoot the resident Buzzard TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-37197291685260367702010-10-23T06:19:00.000+01:002010-10-23T10:42:08.848+01:00Aboyne LochTheTamshee: snaps the autumn tree line reflection from the Osprey Deck at The Lodge on the Loch of Aboyne.TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-84276533094806815982010-10-22T08:15:00.001+01:002010-10-22T11:04:11.623+01:00Autumn ViewTheTamshee: tries to capture the autumn change with a distant panoramic view of the Waterloo Monument or Peniel Heugh as the locals like to call it, in the back ground.Mute Swans on the Teviot @ Harestanes. This is a paradise for ramblers. Try outSt. Cuthbert's Way; for serious walkers. Harestanes to Yetholm take the blister cream. EnjoyTheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-50492456694444368092010-10-20T23:01:00.004+01:002010-10-20T23:09:23.841+01:00Eildon LandscapeTheTamshee: shoots the Eildons Hills from half croon corner, with the sky painted in to give a more dramatic effect. Does it work?TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-78916420984195038282010-10-20T09:42:00.004+01:002010-10-20T10:00:20.687+01:00Hoof FungusTheTamshee: trails the scottish forests in search of mushrooms & tree fungi; the Hoof Fungus pictured, looks impressive in a weird sort of way but over time the Silver Birch and Beech trees suffer irreparable damage. TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-49371935213472306172010-10-16T11:20:00.000+01:002010-10-16T20:01:33.758+01:00Migvie Kirk & Pictish StoneTheTamshee's clan: stopped in at Migvie Kirk to check out the Pictish Stone; but more importantly allow the kids to gather up some prize chestnuts!! Also note that the electric power supply has to be switched on at the junction box on the right side of the building when looking at the entrance doors. Enjoy!!TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-50084904969484936642010-10-15T08:50:00.000+01:002010-10-15T10:45:39.303+01:00Burn O'VatTheTamshee: was very impressed with the glacier features of the Vat Gorge; where the Burn O'Vat flows today. The vat itself is a cauldron shaped pothole, very wide at the base and smaller above as it climbs and opens to the blue sky. Brilliant location for the kids to explore with geologly mum on standby to answer all the "how old's this boulder questions"TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-74483310037822271292010-10-14T10:12:00.006+01:002010-10-14T10:46:28.293+01:00Cambus O'MayTheTamshee's clan: team up with the Sweetnam's to take a stroll along the Old Line at Cambus O'May. The turn style on the entrance to the suspension bridge was the focal point for the kids but the remains of the Rainbow Trout indictated that Otter's were thrieving in the area.TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-88001784063658616672010-10-13T18:54:00.005+01:002010-10-13T19:17:11.835+01:00Tomnaverie Stone CircleTheTamshee: captures the mood at Tomnaverie Stone Circle as the night sky descends on the lonely hillock. TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-43479571902459428052010-09-29T21:09:00.004+01:002010-09-29T21:43:35.713+01:00Yellow Bellied FlycatcherYellow Bellied Flycatcher fighting for survival on the NJRTheTamshee: reads with interest that the Norfolk twitchers are flocking to glimpse the "rare to these shores" Yellow Bellied Flycatcher which has been seen in Europe for the first time. Normally a resident of the spruce bogs in Canada and the north-eastern United States they seem to have been de-railed while migrating to Mexico. It's also TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-48060972832054945502010-09-07T08:33:00.000+01:002010-09-07T08:44:51.669+01:00Log Pile HouseTheTamshee: is under strict instructions not to disclose the secret location of the kids' log pile house. My back hurts!! It all started with two log chairs!! and a pile of logs..... Deep in the unknown forest!! Muscle boy gets to work while design girl gives instructions There's a rustle in the undergrowth..."hide in the long grass" it could be the Gruffalo!!The unknown view...another hidden TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-74202536129456254592010-09-06T09:22:00.016+01:002010-09-06T10:50:47.415+01:00Rambling @ Lindinny PondTheTamshee and kids, beat back the bracken to explore the hidden gem at Lindinny Woodland. This little pond is very well camoflaged but the hide is set to far back to be useful. TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-38759745095088487562010-09-05T10:07:00.008+01:002010-09-05T13:05:03.945+01:00Wildlife @ Woodlands TXTheTamshee: had a great time at the Woodlands resort in Houston TexasTheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-65088728534947930022010-08-24T10:21:00.000+01:002010-08-24T10:21:00.291+01:00Great Grey OwlTheTamshee says: these Great Grey Owls need to cheer up; it's not a bad life!! DMC-TZ6 f4.4 1/60 iso-80 with focal length 21mmTheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-88158978273947995712010-08-23T09:33:00.004+01:002010-08-23T09:33:00.383+01:00Tengmalm's OwlTheTamshee: is fasinated by the expressively surprised face of this Tengmalm's Owl. If you feel the need to get up close for photographic shots likes this, then get yourself to Muncaster Castle @ Ravenglass. The home of the World Owl Trust DMC-TZ6 f4.8 1/60 with focal length 45.7mmTheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-9886740491831765622010-08-22T08:36:00.007+01:002010-08-22T16:22:51.692+01:00Forged Chain ParkTheTamshee: likes the artistic work that blacksmith Nigel Barnett creates. It takes me back to my days at Aimer's Maclean in Galashiels. Standing at the hot furnace in the ramshackle foundry forging all sorts of infill for wrought iron gates and military targets.TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-47116883464687128152010-08-15T22:25:00.005+01:002010-08-15T22:37:41.489+01:00GrasshopperTheTamshee: experiments with the macro and the rule of thirds while closing in on the eye of the grasshopper. Not sure if this one works!! Canon EOS f5.6 1/1600 with focal length 300mmTheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-86266301509476645362010-08-12T22:07:00.008+01:002010-08-12T22:27:18.350+01:00Heron @ Muncaster Castle Canon EOS f5.0 1/1250 iso-250 with focal length 161mmCanon EOS f5.6 1/1600 iso-320 with focal length 300mmTheTamshee: is closing in on the eye of the Heron @ muncaster CastleTheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-37767442355313431562010-08-09T20:48:00.009+01:002010-08-09T22:39:04.583+01:00Duck @ Dunsapie LochTheTamshee: attempts to capture the subtle ripples & reflections at Dunsapie Loch while the obliging duck poses for the cameraTheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-24905391834505531272010-08-05T20:50:00.001+01:002010-08-05T23:00:48.679+01:00Mirehouse @ KeswickTheTamshee says: Glorious Keswick; a hikers dream, but there is a lot more to offer. Mirehouse set in beautiful gardens just 3 miles north of the town center on the A591 offers something for all the family; our kids just loved the Steeplechase for Cumbrians.TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-19473207163853100872010-07-17T12:40:00.020+01:002010-07-17T13:57:07.803+01:00Sweetheart AbbeyTheTamshee: cruised the scenic solway coast, calling in at the RSPB Mersehead Reserve 15 miles from Dumfries off the A710 at Sout; the reserve contains lowland wet grassland, saltmarsh, sand dunes and mud flats but did not capture the imagination of the 8 year old. So we continuing along the road to stumble upon the wonderous ruins of Sweetheart Abbey founded by Lady Devorgilla in 1275. Despite TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-73109914364982895772010-07-17T12:18:00.007+01:002010-07-17T12:39:46.725+01:00Art @ Castle DouglasTheTamshee & Pol-miester checked out the fine art of talented Sherry Campion "from the river to the sea" at Castle Douglas Art Gallery. The "Woodland View" with hand crafted frame by Andy Fletcher was the pick of the gallery.TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-70520404917324518572010-06-27T22:09:00.007+01:002010-06-27T22:17:39.957+01:00My Highland DreamTheTamshee: wants to be home in My Highland Dream!!TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-23707063027425790942010-06-23T18:31:00.023+01:002010-06-23T20:37:52.695+01:00Cragside House @ RothburyTheTamshee: revisited Cragside House the previous country residence of Lord William George Armstrong the great water engineer who designed the "Accumulator" and hydraulic power equipment to raise Tower Bridge, London. The magnificient victorian house was the first in the world to have hydro electric powered arc lighting driven by a Siemens Dynamo (1878) The impressive rock gardens are awash with TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-89080242548636158792010-06-20T08:51:00.009+01:002010-06-20T09:37:41.832+01:00Damselflies In Lindinny WoodlandTheTamshee: checked out the wildlife @ Lindinny Woodland on the outskirts of sunny Selkirk. Getting up close to the Common Blue Damselfly can be quite challengingCanon EOS f5.6 1/2000 iso 1000 with focal length 300mmLarge Red DamselfliesTheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-12050012276636391962010-06-12T17:57:00.003+01:002010-06-12T18:00:35.206+01:00Harris Hawk @ Selkirk SportsTheTamshee: snapped this beauty @ the kids picnic. Harris Hawk curtosity of Elite FalconaryTheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-33472236765653691662010-06-04T19:13:00.009+01:002010-06-04T22:56:02.553+01:00Kailzie Gardens TheTamshee: called in at the Osprey live cam viewing center sited at Kailzie Gardens close to Cadrona. Healthy adults with two young chicks feeding on trout. The exact location of the nest; located deep in Glentress Forest is a well guarded secret. Duck Pond with the ruin of Horseburgh Tower in the distant background. f4.0 1/640 with focal length 70mm Mexenopsus AE f5.6 1/125 iso 200 with focalTheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-91630191485990560842010-06-01T20:03:00.004+01:002010-06-02T22:38:48.930+01:00Norwich Castle & MuseumTheTamshee says: Yippee; crew change today. Had some time to spare so decided to visit Norwich Castle originally a timber Motte & Baily fortification but later (1067)William The Conqueror ordered the construction because he wished to have a fortified place in the important city of Norwich. The use of the castle as a gaol ended in 1887 when the city purchased it and the conversion to a museum was TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-10405236766294736532010-05-27T22:29:00.006+01:002010-05-27T22:40:26.622+01:00Seeds Of The EarthTheTamshee says: "the seeds of Mother Earth fight back against the labours of men"TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-44178094815709177352010-05-23T21:13:00.006+01:002010-05-23T22:18:03.980+01:00Creepy Crawley Beasty InsectTheTamshee: needs some help identifying this creepy crawley beasty insect; have we any entomologists out there with the knowledge ? DMC-TZ6 f3.3 1/60 with focal length 4.1mmTheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-35812245381734200432010-05-22T22:58:00.005+01:002010-05-22T23:11:43.215+01:00Red Squirrel & NutsTheTamshee: gets eye to eye with this well feed Red Squirrel. DMC-TZ6 F4.9 1/100 with focal length 49.2mmTheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-8926450567691893652010-05-17T20:36:00.005+01:002010-05-17T22:44:14.719+01:00The Woodpecker TreeTheTamshee: searched the woodland to discover the nesting tree of the Great Spotted Woodpecker. Various chambers have been chiselled out at a slower pace; than when the male performs it's drumming chorus to attract the females. Canon EOS f5.6 1/100 iso-1000 with focal length 70mmTheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-81630484295703508512010-05-14T22:18:00.009+01:002010-05-14T22:52:10.307+01:00The Common FrogTheTamshee: arrived home from a family break to find this little beauty blocking the drive way. It's was polite to park up and give right of way!! Canon EOS f5.6 1/500 ISO-1600 with focal length 248mmTheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-16859707778210902122010-05-08T17:58:00.010+01:002010-05-08T18:51:57.768+01:00The Buell XB12STheTamshee: dusted off the trusty Buell and headed for some favourite tar; the B708 Selkirk to Moffat road. Stopped off at the GreyMare's Tail to check to see if the Peregrine Falcon was back nesting on the previous years rock ledge.Jamie Whitham replica; AGV The Joker protects TheTamshee shaw'sB708 Selkirk to Moffat; St. Mary's Loch in the Yarrow valleyBuell No More!!!TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-43494193036476431642010-05-08T09:47:00.008+01:002010-05-08T12:02:19.996+01:00Wildlife Photography "Blackbird"TheTamshee: was able to get up close to this juvenile Blackbird on the woodland floor canopy of dead leaves and twigs. They can often be seen or heard turning over the leaves under trees or bushes as it searches for worms, insects, millipedes or small snails. Many kinds of fruit, especially berries, are also eaten.TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-45400495050537523482010-05-07T21:14:00.005+01:002010-05-07T21:37:38.697+01:00Wildlife Photography "Coal Tit"TheTamshee: frames the adult Coal Tit ( Periparus Ater ) while strolling the coniferous woods at Whinfeld Forest. The coal tit is the smallest of the tit familyTheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-28278442986923307162010-05-06T23:06:00.000+01:002010-05-07T21:13:58.875+01:00Wildlife Photography "Chaffinch"TheTamshee: continues to get to grips with the Canon EOS while trying out the Marco function on the zoom lens. Capturing the wildlife at close quarters is quite a challenge but I feel the patience and perseverance has paid dividends.The Chaffinch ( Fringilla Coelebs ) They have a typical seed-eaters bill which can deal with Beech Mast ( the fruit of the beech tree ) grain and small seeds from TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-70574322828852255202010-05-04T14:23:00.012+01:002010-05-04T15:14:18.901+01:00Red Squirrel @ Center ParcsTheTamshee: has been on the trail of the Red Squirrel and the Great Spotted Woodpecker @ Center Parcs in the Lake DistrictTheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-76169233645858238162010-04-27T18:37:00.004+01:002010-04-27T23:14:49.473+01:00Drum Stick Primula Denticulata TheTamshee: captures the beauty of the Drum Stick Primula Denticulata; one of Sal's creations @ InchgarthTheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-33185586370897407022010-04-25T08:37:00.013+01:002010-04-25T09:51:40.132+01:00Photograpy Workshop @ HarestanesTheTamshee: spent a glorious sunny day in the company of the multi-awarding winning natural history and landscape photographier Laurie Campbell the workshop commenced with a informal briefing at one of the studio rooms at Harestanes Vistor Center; outlining the goals of the day. Thereafter the five man group strolled the surrounding countryside while sponging up some techniques and tips required TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-77798559789470130502010-04-17T22:50:00.004+01:002010-04-17T22:59:05.713+01:00The Burning SkyTheTamshee: captures the burning night sky looking south west over the yarrow valley.TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-23469153198499084292010-04-16T21:37:00.006+01:002010-04-16T22:35:44.279+01:00Sal's Creations @ InchgarthTheTamshee: appreciates the efforts of Mrs B; the garden 2010 will be a wonderland of colour.TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-66066718291855660422010-04-14T20:36:00.001+01:002010-04-14T21:13:58.334+01:00Bass Rock fae Berwick LawTheTamshee: enjoys the view to Bass Rock through the ruins atop of North Berwick Law. See older post; search "Berwick Law" for the history of the Whale Bone arch. Lumix DMC tv 1/1000 av f6.3 iso 100TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-91771351370549582492010-04-13T18:58:00.009+01:002010-04-13T19:29:16.598+01:00Pond @ Alnwick Gardenshttp://www.thetamshee.blogspot.com creative photography; brightness versus contrast with a touch of hue to transform the pond at Alnwick Gardens.TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-22732545734976621562010-04-08T22:30:00.009+01:002010-04-08T22:48:03.629+01:00Red Deer In ScotlandTheTamshee: gets the stare!! Raw+ F5.6 AV 1/250 ISO200TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-60505787647942633282010-04-06T20:33:00.011+01:002010-04-07T22:35:22.976+01:00Kelso AbbeyTheTamshee: gets creative with the Digital Photo Professional "Stamping Tool" to clear the skiesof the dreaded crows & tidy up the lawn. Shooting; then editing raw images is the real deal!!TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-84131720145315827842010-03-28T20:21:00.010+01:002010-03-28T20:44:59.560+01:00Raptors @ JedforestThe Bells had some fun time at Jedforest Dear Park today; with some close up raptor shots for TheTamshee.blogspot.comTawny Owl F5.6 1/200 Raw+ AWB ISO 200Peregrine Falcon F5.6 1/320 Raw+ AWB ISO 800Lanner Falcon F5.6 1/320 Raw+ AWB ISO 500TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-904206526779318628.post-51260332373574456502010-03-27T21:02:00.000Z2010-03-28T12:40:06.967+01:00Argaty Red KitesTheTamshee: spent some time "trying" to hone my photoraphy skills at Lerrocks farm. The Red Kites have had a tough time over the prolonged winter; with a few casualities along the way.F5.6 1/1600 AWB ISO 320F5.6 1/2000 AWB ISO 500TheTamsheehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01355557499600895430noreply@blogger.com1