Can’t resist having a little fun with this week’s subject Captivating. So many things in life can be captivating, including Jake’s Lucky Snake logo with it’s hypnotic eyes. It captures my imagination, holds it, and makes me smile- that’s a great definition of captivating.
Me, capturing “me” and an elephant
I loved this elephant clock, proudly displayed on the mantelpiece at Thrumpton Hall. I had just waved Lisa off on honeymoon and was speeding through the building, trying to capture as much as I could of this most captivating of venues. Posh frock packed away, and not expecting ever to visit the Hall again, every click counted. I didn’t mind being caught on camera. It was one more bit of evidence that I really was there. It wasn’t just a fairytale, though it well might have been!
This is how it looks without me- even more captivating!
I find this photo rather captivating too. All of twenty years ago.
Lisa and James, in Nottingham marina
Sentiment set aside, today I’m feeling much more mischievous. Is this a captivating image? Who is captive here? We were sitting on the seawall at Lagos watching the water dogs perform- a very captivating sight.
Which one is me?
Held captive by the camera! I’m developing a liking for this kind of shot, though I suppose it belongs more to the subject of shadows. Just for today, I’m calling it a captive image.
The prisoner, in his exotic jail
I found this little fellow somewhat captivating, and his happy friend below. The gnomes of Wrocław were endearing in the extreme, and I expect I’ll have to return someday to track down a few more.
Friendly, or Wellwisher gnome
But the photo I find most captivating of all, has to be this one. I will never forget the moment that I stood stock still and simply stared. Porto, with all it’s crumpled and faded beauty, is a memory that will stay with me forever.
Hauntingly lovely Igreja de Santo Ildefonso, Porto
I know that Jake’s Comments box is going to be packed full of captivating images this week. One of my Sunday pleasures, when the chores are done, is to admire the other Sunday Post entries. Come with me? Just click on the lucky snake logo or the links.
Thanks for sharing your collections of captivating figures and moments Jo, I love it
It’s been a captivating year so far, Jake. Thank you so much for being part of it.
I love your interpretations, Jo!
A bit tongue in cheek, Naomi, but you have to have fun with it?
Oh those gnomes are just perfect for this challenge Jo
They are kind of cute aren’t they, Madhu? There’s a photo for every occasion, but I often struggle to find them!
These are great, Jo!
A little silly, Dianne, but it’s Sunday! Anything goes…
Loved the way you did this, Jo. That last image is certainly most captivating.
It was the most magic moment, Ad. Nothing prepared me for the fact that our humble B&B Hotel was in the same square as this church!
I agree with you, the last photo is so poignant!
Such a beautiful city, Gilly! I could have just written the post about Porto. (again!)
Those little gnomes are so captivating! Love the Porto shot too
They are fun, Suze. Just another 75 or so to find! Porto- you must go! I’d love to have your response to this city.
Thank you so much this it was a nice blog
Thank you, sir. How are the plans for your sailing expedition?
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Some great images here – love the shadows on the beach.
Thanks, Suzanne. I like it too, though my husband gave me “a look” when I took it!
Porto is captivating! Wonderful interpretations.
It is, in every sense of the word, Amy. Many thanks!
Beautiful and captivating. My favorite is the one with Lisa and James. Family always captivates our hearts the most.
That one’s a lovely memory. Thank you so much for your visit. Have a good week!
I was trying to take a photo tour of the village yesterday, but all I kept getting was my reflection, muffled to the eyebrows and wearing my silly pink hat. Your pictures are lovely.
Thanks, Viv. I may get to see your silly pink hat soon. It’s pretty cool here right now.
I know I’ve said it before, but those gnomes are wonderful.
I love the feel of bronze, and those little figures are so captivating, they just make me want to touch them.
I definitely think they fit the bill for “captivating”, Vicky. Half of Wroclaw was hunting them down, while the other half just went about their business, oblivious!
Great post Jo! I love the shot of the church!
The churches in Porto were unbelievable, Nicole. Blue and white everywhere you looked.
@Restlessjo, very interesting sculptures
especially the clock
I really liked the clock too. It would look fine sitting on my mantlepiece, or maybe on the hearth.
This is such a great collection of photos and perfect for the theme!
Wasn’t sure if it was a bit of a hodge podge, but I was feeling whimsical at the time, Meg. Too late to change my mind now! Thanks for the vote of confidence.
It was truly a fascinating clock and piece of art.
I loved the clock, Imelda. The whole house was amazing, and well suited to a historical wedding.
I like this igreja
Me too! xx
Wonderful post. I especially enjoyed your picture from the past, of Lisa and James. It’s really very sweet…and captivating!
No good saying where did those 20 years go, Elisa, is it? They just up and went. Thanks, hon.
the elephant clock is gorgeous.. all very captivating photos indeed.
It’s great, isn’t it? Many thanks, Francina.
goodness Jo – so many captivating examples…but I have to ask…what are ‘water dogs?’ as I didn’t see any. No laughing if I am showing my ignorance please…hehehehehe
I don’t think they were all that well known outside of Portugal, Jo, till Barack Obama acquired one! They’re a bit of a shaggy dog story and were used to haul in the fishing nets long ago. They have webbed feet. No, I’m not kidding. I mention them in this Six word Saturday and there’s a photo but you can’t see the paws. http://restlessjo.wordpress.com/2012/10/13/six-word-saturday-37/
Okay i am off right now…
Good luck! I’ll come visit if you get it.
All of your photos were captivating for me today, Jo! I especially loved the one of your shadows on the bridge! xx
Funny what appeals to different folk, Smidge. We were sitting on the sea wall on a sunny Sunday being richly entertained by the water poodles. Thank you!
I send greetings from Poland and invite you to see the photos on my blog.
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Thank you, Marko! I spotted you on one of the challenges, I think?
What a nice collection of awesome photos. I love all of them. If selecting my favorite, then it would be the last photo presenting Igreja de Santo Ildefonso in Porto.
Yes, it has to be, Sartenada! Porto is the most amazing city.
Jo, I really love the gnomes! The Porto photo is beautiful!
Thanks, Sue! There are over 150 of those gnomes so it’s a happy pastime hunting them down. Porto? It’s my love affair!
What an interesting selection of photos. I love the first one of you and the elephant and the gnomes but my favorite is the prisoner. It took me a minute to work out what I was seeing in the picture. I saw the shoes first.
Hi Rosie! Thanks for stopping by.
Yes, out of context, little prisoner gnome is something of an enigma. Did you follow the link back to the gnomes of Wroclaw piece? There are about 150 of them, though I didn’t get to photograph them all! I like playing with words as well as photos and I use the challenges for that mostly (and to be frivolous!)
What a wonderful series of captivating photos, I couldn’t possibly say which I like best although the little gnome is rather special. That picture of Porto though, is stunning, I can well imagine you being utterly captivated by it.
I was totally captivated with Porto, Lorna! Funny how some places just “speak” to you. Many thanks.