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Saturday, September 17, 2011

Camera Critters: live, or carved in Mandrogy


© Photos by Richard Schear, Mandrogy, Russia, August, 2011





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19 comments:

Cheryl said...

I like the living ones best! Those carved critters are a bit frightening to this wienie!

Kay L. Davies said...

@ Cheryl — yes, that second-last one looks like he's drooling, doesn't he?
— K

S K Ditta said...

Russia is amazingly colorful, and rich in natural beauty. Like the little boy in the local costume walking with his horse.

jabblog said...

I prefer real animals to wooden but admire the skill in the carving.

Anonymous said...

Fabulous shots. Love the carved dragons too.

Tatjana Parkacheva said...

Very good photos, especially I like the third.

Regards and best wishes

Powell River Books said...

The horses and ponies look a lot more friendly than the carved critters. - Margy

eileeninmd said...

I love the horses but the carved dragons are cool too.

Julie said...

The pace of life in Mandrogy appears to be so slow as to be almost stopped.

Chubskulit Rose said...

Very colorful horse carriage Kay.

My critter post, have a wonderful weekend!

The Chair Speaks said...

Nice carvings!

Indrani said...

Interesting critters. I too look out for such interesting sculpted pieces.

Gretchen said...

Wonderful captures! Must say, I prefer the live, but the carved definitely hold their own beauty... such talent!

We love LUNA said...

The horses friends are cute!Great pictures dear Kay!
purrs and love
Luna

Unknown said...

love the details..... looks like it was a special trip...I'm always envious ( in a good way!) of your great travels!

Carletta said...

Pretty horses, charming wagons, and incredible carvings!
Thanks for sharing them all.

Lisa said...

The Boy and his horse is fantastic. What a photo and heaven to take photos in place like this.

Leslie said...

Love that dapple-grey pony, and the carved eagle!

Tina´s PicStory said...

nice shots :)