Monday, 7 October 2013

Amazing Orchid Mantis Insects Similar as Flowers

Amazing Orchid Mantis Insects Similar as Flowers
The Orchid Mantis is a beautiful and rare insect that can be found only on white and pink flowers (Orchid). Hard to spot due to its camouflage characteristic, many photographers only notice it after scaring it off. The Orchid Mantis cannot be found during rain. When approached, the orchid mantis will raise its body and spread its wings. The other popular names of this insect are Hymenopus coronatus and walking flower mantis. They originate from India and South-East Asian islands such as Malaysia, Thailand and Indonesia. Orchid mantis is one of the most beautiful Mantises in the world.
2. Hello
2. Hello
8. Hymenopus coronatus by Mariska Boertjens
8. Hymenopus coronatus by Mariska Boertjens
10. Flower mantis by Paul Bratescu
10. Flower mantis by Paul Bratescu
11. Praying With Me by mohd rizal ismail
11. Praying With Me by mohd rizal ismail
13. Raptor Orchid mantis on orchid by Komi Fuchs
13. Raptor Orchid mantis on orchid by Komi Fuchs
14. Orchid Mantis by Dan
14. Orchid Mantis by Dan
15. Snacktime by Mariska Boertjens
15. Snacktime by Mariska Boertjens
17. Orchid mantis by bugs life
17. Orchid mantis by bugs life
19. Orchid Mantis by Lee Crawley
19. Orchid Mantis by Lee Crawley

Sunday, 6 October 2013

Exquisitely Imaginative Series “Bottom Feeders” by Mary O’Malley

Exquisitely Imaginative Series "Bottom Feeders" by Mary O'Malley
Ceramic artist Mary O’Malley has created a series of interesting dishes called “Bottom Feeders”. it is a collection of sculptural teapots, vases craftily and cup made out of porcelain. In this series she features starfish, shells barnacles and tentacles growing over and covering tea cups, glasses, creamers and tea pots.
Mary O’Malley studied from Philadelphia but currently she is living and working in Long Island, New York. This “Bottom Feeders” series is inspired by the design of her childhood memories, when she and her family lived in the new area of residence, located near the sea. By combining the imagery of sea creatures with the elegance of tea service, she provides a fantastic occasion, when this cookware will be worthy of attention great characters such as Alice and Davy Jones.
Bottom Feeder Dinner Set
Bottom Feeder Teacup and Saucer
Bottom Feeder Teapot
Bottom Feeder Teapot Two
Imaginative Series "Bottom Feeders"
 "Bottom Feeders" Artworks
 "Bottom Feeders" Artworks
Imaginative Series "Bottom Feeders"
 "Bottom Feeders" Artworks
Mary O'Malley Artworks
Mary O'Malley--bottom feeders creamer1b
Mary O'Malley--bottom feeders creamer
Mary O'Malley--bottom feeders cup
Mary O'Malley--bottom feeders cup2b
Mary O'Malley--bottom feeders tumblers1a
Mary O'Malley--bottom feeders tumblers1b
Big Bellied Bottom Feeder Pitcher
Big Bottom Feeder Pitcher

Stunning Snowy Mountains Photography by Jose Sarrablo

Snowy Mountains
Professional photographer Jose Sarrablo is a big fan of mountain sports. He falls in love with nature since his childhood. So, most of his photographs are related to mountains and nature photography. He says that “I am an amateur photographer somewhat limited technically, that if eager to learn”. Currently Jose Sarrablo is living and working in Formigal, EspaƱa. Have a look at stunning beauty of snowy mountains photography.
Wonderful Nature Photography
Mountains Photography
Stunning Snowy Mountains Photography by Jose Sarrablo
Wonderful Nature Photography
Mountains Photography
Stunning Snowy Mountains Photography by Jose Sarrablo
Wonderful Nature Photography
Mountains Photography
Stunning Snowy Mountains Photography by Jose Sarrablo
Wonderful Nature Photography
Mountains Photography
Stunning Snowy Mountains Photography by Jose Sarrablo
Wonderful Nature Photography
Mountains Photography
Stunning Snowy Mountains Photography by Jose Sarrablo
Wonderful Nature Photography
Mountains Photography
Stunning Snowy Mountains Photography by Jose Sarrablo
Wonderful Nature Photography
Mountains Photography
Stunning Snowy Mountains Photography by Jose Sarrablo
Wonderful Nature Photography