Selective Focus Collection (page 97)

Common Chimpanzee (Pan troglodytes), Kyambura Gorge, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda, Africa

Gorillas, Rushegura Group, baby gorilla (Gorilla gorilla beringei), Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Buhoma, Uganda, Africa

Gorilla, Rushegura Group, (Gorilla gorilla beringei), Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Buhoma, Uganda, Africa

Multicolored tulips in bloom at the Keukenhof Botanical Garden, Lisse, South Holland, The Netherlands, Europe

Close up of multicolored tulips in bloom at the Keukenhof Botanical Garden, Lisse, South Holland, The Netherlands, Europe

Horses ears, close-up

Three mustang mares in pastoral landscape, old stallion in distance
Other common name: bronco. Latin name: Equus caballus. Red Desert, Wyoming, USA. The three horses in the foreground are female and comprise a singular harem

Lesser flamingos building mud nests on edge of shallow, alkaline lake
Lake Nakuru National Park, Kenya, lesser flamingos (Phoeniconaias minor)

Great white pelicans walking in one direction, others swimming in lake
Lake Nakuru National Park, Kenya (Pelecanus onocrotalus)

Circular reflections in tundra pond, Alaska
Colorful reflections of concentric circles in tundra kettle pond, fall, Denali National Park, Alaska

Young Grey wolf snifing scent in tundra, Alaska
Alert young Grey wolf (Canis lupus) sniffing scent of animals in red tundra, fall, Denali National Park, Alaska

Native forest with fern in foreground
West Coast, South Island, New Zealand

Deep pink flower
Fuschia pink flower with delicate detail

Detail of a pink flower
Close up shot of pink flower

Jin Taw Yan Chinese Temple, Mandalay, Mandalay Region, Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Buddhist monks robes hanging to dry, Amarapura, Mandalay, Mandalay Region, Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Portrait of a cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus), Samburu National Reserve, Kenya, East Africa, Africa

Solitary Honoapilani Tree at First Light
A solitary tree along the Honoapilani Highway is the West Maui Forest Reserve. Warm textured hills showcasing beautiful palettes of green and yellow in the sunrise golden hour

Flamingo illustration 1888
Illustrated Natural History of the Three Kingdoms Illustrierte Naturgeschichte der drei Reiche Franz StrAÔé¼ssles - Wilhelm Nitzschke, Stuttgart 1888

Portrait of a northern gannet on Helgoland, Germany
Portrait of a northern gannet (morus bassanus or sula bassana) on Helgoland, a small island in the German Bight, North Sea.The first breeding pair of gannets came to this island in 1991

Dry grass seeds

Frozen hydrangea
Two Hydrangea flower petals facing each other rest on crystals of iced snow

Piano music
Bubbles rise from piano strings like music notes

Dandelion seeds at sunset

Fungi on fungus
Macro shot of dew laden mold growing on tiny mushroom among flowering moss on dead tree stump in forest in early autumn

Yellow gees
Close-up of geese walking in snow

unique individuals
black and white macro shot of perfect snow flake crystals on a textured window sill

golden rays
Sunlight bounces off a chain link fence to produce the most amazing bokeh rays

Fence guardian
A little screech owl sits atop a snow-capped fence during a heavy snow fall

Rain leftovers
Marianna Armata Photography, 181307048

snail-time (is not a precise measurement)
a light toned snail with a delineated sense of measurement. A metric scale is implied by the markings on the snails shell

snail blowing bubbles
a macro photo of a very cute yellow-shelled snail appears to be standing up as he blows 3 bubbles into the air. While the snail is very sharp, its blue-green background is super soft and smooth

Water drop on a leaf
A macro photo of a few water drops resting on a multi-colored leaf

frozen bubble
A macro photo of delicate fern-like frost formed on a transparent soap bubble, seen here on a shimmery gold background, resting on fresh fallen snow

paper swirls
table top macro photograph of curls of thick paper strips

Dry grass abstract
fine dry grasses criss-cross and form interesting abstract lines and curves on a subtle grey bokeh background

Drip drip
Macro shot of droplets of melting ice in cool blue hues

Wet goats beard
Macro photo of water drops resting on a large dandelion-like seed head called goats beard

Coffee
A macro shot of a cup and saucer surrounded by coffee beans, with one coffee bean isolated in the foreground. Perfect for anything relating to the coffee industry

Coffee cup and beans
A macro photo of a black coffee cup and saucer surrounded by whole, roasted coffee beans on a black table. Excellent generic shot of tasty coffee for any recipe, coffee shop, or wall art

Coffee beans
A macro photo of whole, roasted coffee beans on a black table. Two of the closest beans are in perfect focus, while the rest are slightly blurred

Antique car
Tire and wheel of an antique car. Model T Ford

White-tailed deer buck walking in a spring meadow
photography, Jim Cumming Photography, 624146542

Common loon flapping its wings in the morning
photography, Jim Cumming Photography, 624146538

Life in Inle
Life of Inta fisherman who live at Inle lake, Myanmar

Inle lake
Inle is a freshwater lake located in the Nyaungshwe Township of Taunggyi District of Shan State, part of Shan Hills in Myanmar (Burma)

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"Selective Focus: Capturing the Essence of Diversity and Beauty Around the World" From the sacred Torah scroll used in Jewish prayers to Pope Francis presiding over Easter Holy Mass at St. Peter's Square, selective focus allows us to delve into the heart of cultural traditions. In Italy, Europe, we witness the reverence bestowed upon ancient scriptures during Torah reading rituals. Venturing north to Scotland's Westray Island, two puffins steal our attention with their vibrant beaks amidst a backdrop of breathtaking landscapes. Meanwhile, a delicate long-tailed tit perches on a branch in tranquil solitude, reminding us of nature's intricate wonders. In Sapa, Vietnam's monsoon season, Hmong children find shelter under an umbrella as raindrops dance around them – a poignant image symbolizing resilience and unity in adversity. Further east in Bali's Monkey Forest Sanctuary, mischievous long-tailed macaques captivate our gaze with their playful antics. Scaling mountains brings us to Germany's Werdenfelser Land area where alpenrose blooms adorn Mt. Kramer or Mt. Kramerspitz like fiery jewels against snow-capped peaks – nature showcasing its artistic prowess once again. A common buzzard soars through winter skies above Germany while Pope Francis bids farewell from his Popemobile after his weekly general audience at St. Peter’s Square – moments frozen in time that embody grace and spirituality. Traveling further eastward leads us to Petra, Jordan where Al Khazneh (The Treasury) stands proudly as an architectural marvel carved into rose-colored rock formations - history etched into every crevice. Ecuador’s Andean cloud forest introduces us to the vibrant Redvein Abutilon flower; its radiant petals mirroring South America’s rich biodiversity and captivating allure. Finally arriving at New Orleans' Cafe Du Monde unveils culinary delights - beignets paired with chicory coffee tantalize taste buds while paying homage to the city's famous gastronomic heritage.