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Thursday, July 14, 2011

Up, up, up and away [Sky Watch Friday]


The title of this may bring to mind [to people of my generation] the radio broadcasts of Superman -- be that as it may, it is fitting for a gas balloon rally. It's nice to look at this and remember that we get beautiful blue skies in upstate NY-- I am hopelessly behind in keeping up with the blogs of others; I apologize for not being more attentive, but cannot promise doing better ---lol-- Go USA Women's Soccer [aka Football]!!!!!!

14 comments:

Judy said...

I love that angle! So often you see the side of the balloon, rather than the underside!

Chubskulit Rose said...

What a lovely sky shot!

My Skywatch, have a nice weekend ahead.

VioletSky said...

I was thinking more Fifth Dimension with that title!
(and I'm also looking forward to Sunday's final)

debi said...

simply beautiful composition, send a little of that cloudless brilliant blue sky my way OK?

Karen @ Pieces of Contentment said...

Brilliant photo Stan!

elvira pajarola said...

Caro Stan......AZZURRO splendido...your magnificient clear sky and all the fantastic colours of this balloon.....truly soooooo inviting to jump in this adventure and flying through the sunshine.......!!!!

I LOVE IT!!!!!!!!

Thank so much for your lovely company on my Tuscan Dinner...it was a pleasure to have you there...!!!!!!!

ciao ciao elvira

Marites said...

the blue skies just accentuate the colors of the balloon. beautiful shot!

LifeRamblings said...

that is such a perfect shot. lovely colours and excellent composition.

Fotokarusellen said...

The color and composition makes this image perfect. Very beautiful. Wonderful work as always, Stan.
A nice weekend to you.

Laloofah said...

What a fun photo! I've always wanted to ride in a hot air balloon, and if I get the chance someday I hope it's in a balloon that pretty against a summer sky that perfect! Such a great capture!

Wanda said...

Oh yes, I do remember Up, Up, Up and away.....

This is on my bucket list.

Chesney said...

So crystal clear and those colors are magnificent! A new favorite of mine!

Genie -- Paris and Beyond said...

Beautifully composed and the colors just POP! This would make a great cover for a travel brochure or one advertising a ballooning event.

Do not worry about being behind with visits as we are all at "that place" from time to time...

Enjoy your weekend!
Genie

Victoria Tsavdaridou said...

Awesome!!! Very professional photo !!!