function photo(i,c,m,q,d,j,h,o,p,a,l,f,k,b,r,n,g,e){this.id=i;this.galleries_id=c;this.photo_ref=m;this.section_code=q;this.src=d;this.width=j;this.height=h;this.caption=o;this.home=p;this.gallery=a;this.description=l;this.takendate=f;this.photographer=k;this.location=b;this.item_price=r;this.purchase_instruction=n;this.payment_groups_id=g;this.server_id=e;this.src=getServerPath(this.server_id)+"/"+this.src}function gallery(e,c,d,b,a){this.id=e;this.featured_images=c;this.title=d;this.section_code=b;this.photoIDs=a}var backgrounds=new Object();backgrounds[279197]=new photo(279197,"165403","WLF001AYABE","gallery","ANGRY YOUNG BULL ELEPHANT copy.jpg",600,330,"Angry Young African Bull Elephant",1,0,"A photograph taken in Botswana of a young bull elephant carrying out a mock charge","","Ron Tear","Botswana","","","",1);backgrounds[279505]=new photo(279505,"199737","WLF03BFL","gallery","blackfacedlangurs.jpg",600,395,"black faced langurs",1,1,"Black faced Langurs at a waterhole in Bandhavgarh National Park India taking water in turns","","Ron Tear","Bandhavgargh Nat Pk India","","","",1);backgrounds[279509]=new photo(279509,"165403","WLF04CB","gallery","CAPE BUFFALO IN THE DUST copy.jpg",600,292,"Cape Buffalo in defence",1,1,"A herd of Cape Buffalo in Chobe Nat Pk Botswana,we observed them from an open jeep. The dust adding atmosphere.","","Ron Tear","Chobe Nat Pk Botswana","","","",1);backgrounds[279520]=new photo(279520,"165403","WLF05CPS","gallery","CHEETAH BOTSWANA 10 copy.jpg",600,291,"Cheetah, picking up a scent,Botswana.",1,1,"Male cheetah picking up a scent of Kudu that were in the vicinity, he eventually tried to pick off a youngster but failed in the attempt","","Ron Tear","Kwando, Botswana","","","",1);backgrounds[279737]=new photo(279737,"165403","WLF8CH","gallery","CHEETAH BOTSWANA PICKED UP A SCENT copy.jpg",600,289,"Picking up a scent,Cheetah,Botswana.",1,1,"Another of the series of shots of this magnificent cat","","Ron Tear","Kwando, Botswana","","","",1);backgrounds[279756]=new photo(279756,"199737","WLD09CD","gallery","CHITTAL DEER ALERT copy.jpg",600,199,"Chittal(spotted)deer alert",1,1,"Taken in Bandhavgargh Nat Pk these deer are part of the staple diet of Tigers and Leopards in this reserve in India. Always alert to their surroundings, as in this image one always looking .","","Ron Tear","Bandhavgarh Nat Pk, India","","","",1);backgrounds[279776]=new photo(279776,"165403","WLD11LP","gallery","Lioness pair copy.jpg",600,371,"Lioness pair Ruaha Nat Pk Tanzania",1,1,"This pair of Lionesses taking shelter from the heat, were guarding a carcass of an elephant that had been poached(the tusks were removed that may have been done by park officials before the poachers came back to the scene)They were part of a larger pride intent on feeding of this carcass for some time.There are prides of lion especially in Botswana that take Elephants regularly.","","Ron Tear","Ruaha Nat Pk, Tanzania","","","",1);backgrounds[279784]=new photo(279784,"165403","WLD12LBE","gallery","LITTLE BEE EATER BOTSWANA copy.jpg",600,433,"Little Bee Eater on papyrus",1,1,"This bird , one of a pair I spotted during our stay at Kwando Reserve Botswana. They were passing dragonflys to each other. I had to slowly approach these reeds at the waters edge to get close enough to capture the action with a 600mm lens. I managed a roll of film before I was informed that the crocodiles in the Kwando river ambush unsuspecting prey along the riverbank, this hastened my exit from this photo opputunity!","","Ron Tear","Kwando reserve, Botswana, Africa,","","","",1);backgrounds[279835]=new photo(279835,"199737","WLF13MM","gallery","RHESUS MACAQUE copy.jpg",600,296,"Rhesus Macaque Bandhavgarh India",1,1,"There are plenty of these monkeys to be seen in this park they are with their neighbours the Langurs, the alarms for all other wildlife in the park.They are found in small troops, this individual I caught before it disappeared into the trees  ","","Ron Tear","Bandhavgargh Nat Pk, India","","","",1);backgrounds[279910]=new photo(279910,"199737","WLF14T","gallery","TIGER BANDHAVGARH2 copy.jpg",600,297,"Bengal Tigress at rest,Bandhavgarh",1,1,"Tigress at rest in a ravine out of the heat of the day (40 degress).She had two cubs in a cave beyond where she was resting.Elephant was the only way to gain access to this veiwpoint. She dozed between sleep and awareness, a truly magnificent moment for us. She has now been identified, thanks to Iain Green she is D2.","","Ron Tear","Bandhavgargh Nat Pk India","","","",1);backgrounds[279915]=new photo(279915,"199737","WLF15T","gallery","TIGER ON THE MOVE BANDHAVGARH copy.jpg",600,398,"Bengal Tiger on the move",1,1,"Caught in the early morning light, this male is making its way towards a water hole in a ravine. Using 100ASA film it was still a low shutter speed hence the movement on the image.I feel it adds to the power that Tigers generate. ","","Ron Tear","Bandhavgargh Nat Pk, India","","","",1);backgrounds[279918]=new photo(279918,"199737","WLF16T","gallery","TIGER AT WATERHOLE 2 copy.jpg",600,393,"Bengal Tiger snarl",1,1,"The same male tiger on reaching the waterhole giving a decidedly unaproving glance to the photographers witnessing this scene","","Ron Tear","Bandhavgargh Nat Pk, India","","","",1);backgrounds[279921]=new photo(279921,"199737","WLF07T","gallery","Tiger, Bandhavgarh copy.jpg",600,241,"Bengal Tiger at the waterhole",1,1,"A more relaxed Tiger slaking his thirst in the early morning after perhaps a night kill,again we were very lucky to witness this scene our guide had proved to be right when he decided to visit this waterhole, one of several scattered in the park.","","Ron Tear","Bandhavgargh Nat Pk India","","","",1);backgrounds[279934]=new photo(279934,"165403","WLD20Z","gallery","zebra tanzania rhuaha nat pk.jpg",600,451,"Burchells Zebra,Tanzania,Ruaha Nat Pk",1,1,"This zebra one of a small herd we came across in Ruaha National Park, stood for long enough to get this portrait. The red earth of this region of Tanzania is evident in the coat of this animal where it has been dust bathing.","","Ron Tear","Ruaha Nat Pk, Tanzania","","","",1);backgrounds[281701]=new photo(281701,"201163","LDS04","gallery","FINLAND SNOW copy.jpg",600,389,"Winter scene Finland",1,1,"We spent 4 days in Finland, late December,early January with a company called Finature(excellent)On this day we spent taking landscapes in minus 32,it was a challenge not only for us but the cameras as well!The half light that is available for only approximately 4hrs was incredible, soft and subtle lending the landscape an air of mystery.The figure giving this image scale was our guide Jari Peltomaki, now a very accomplished natural history photographer.","","Ron Tear","Oulu,Finland.","","","",1);backgrounds[281737]=new photo(281737,"201163","LDS05F","gallery","FINNISH DAWN web page. copy.jpg",600,382,"Dawn moon Finland",1,1,"On the same trip to Finland,this was the scene every morning ( we would leave the hotel at 7.00am). The moon had not set and this etherial glow would be in the sky.We never witnessed Aurora Borealis it arrived in March!This image was judged best slide in the EAF exhibition 2004.","","Ron Tear","Oulu,Finland.","","","",1);backgrounds[281793]=new photo(281793,"288628","LDS06FS","gallery","frigliana andulucia copy.jpg",600,318,"Frigilana dusk Andulucia Spain",1,1,"The hilltop town of Frigilana ( Peublos Blancos) outside of Nerja at dusk.The limited lighting has helped to give this image atmosphere, it had a very good resturant on the hillside allowing this view, whilst we had dinner with friends.","","Ron Tear","Frigilana,Andulucia,Spain","","","",1);backgrounds[284170]=new photo(284170,"73384","LDS12BB","gallery","Up against the elements  web page copy.jpg",600,242,"A break in the weather, Brecon Beacons. ",1,1,"A chance day, we left London at 4.30am to drive to South Wales to climb Pen Y Fan. The weather forcast was for snow. A drive down the M4 in fog, cleared as we crossed Severn bridge. Onto Brecon and it began to snow, a quick cup of tea then off to park in some backroad that ended in a field. By this time the snow became heavier with showers becoming longer.Onto the ridge, past Tommy Jones memorial onto Corn Du, now it was a blizzard! It cleared as we made the summit of Pen Y Fan, the combination of light, spindrift made for a magical scene. This is just one of a series of a spectacular day.","","Ron Tear","Brecon Beacons, South Wales.","","","",1);backgrounds[284208]=new photo(284208,"73384","LDS13BB","gallery","PEN Y FAN WINDSWEPT MOUNTAIN copy.jpg",600,217,"Windswept Mountain, Pen Y Fan",1,1,"Another of the series of black and white images of this magical day. The film stock is Agfa Scala ASA200,taken with an Olympus OM1,the Canon EOS 50E had packed up due to battery failure the temporature was -13.This image was taken on the descent of the mountain looking back into the light creating this atmosphere. One of this series of images won me Photographer of the Year with Canon UK, the prize was a £10,000 safari holiday to Botswana. ","","Ron Tear","Brecon Beacons, South Wales.","","","",1);backgrounds[284266]=new photo(284266,"209648","LDS14RD","gallery","ROSCOFF DAWN copy.jpg",600,399,"Roscoff Dawn Brittany.",1,1,"Staying in the town of St. Pol-de-Leon, we left very early to try and capture dawn in Roscoff. This image of the inner harbour at dawn a wonderful experience with the lighthouse still illuminated. This was an image I had planned, the tranquility of this scene still holds the satisfaction of viewing this for the first time.","","Ron Tear","Roscoff, Brittany, France ","","","",1);backgrounds[284399]=new photo(284399,"171957","CS01NY","gallery","MANHATTON DUSK copy.jpg",500,217,"Brooklyn Bridge, New York,USA.",1,1,"Taken from a derilect area beside the East River, frequented by drug gangs in Brooklyn.I was accompanied by an American photographer whom watched my back as I did the same for him.I used the tripod with long exsposures to capture this scene with the twin towers in the background prior to 911.New York is a very exciting city to visit and photograph.","","Ron Tear","Brooklyn Bridge, Brooklyn, New York, USA","","","",1);backgrounds[285017]=new photo(285017,"171957","CS02BB","gallery","Brooklyn Bridge.jpg",600,392,"Brooklyn Bridge, dusk.",1,1,"Another image of this famous bridge,taken at dusk.The movement from this suspension construction meant that this is a handheld image.It is the colours of dusk and the hint of traffic beneath, and the glow of the lights that give this image its appeal.","","Ron Tear","Brooklyn Bridge, Brooklyn, New York, USA","","","",1);backgrounds[285054]=new photo(285054,"171190","CS03CT","gallery","CANADA TOWER AT DUSK copy.jpg",500,242,"Canada Tower, Docklands, London.",1,1,"At the start of this development I use to visit at various times, to photograph the changes. On this occasion beside the dock. Waiting for the changing light towards sunset and beyond.This was the image that summed up that evening, complete with an aircraft approaching city airport.","","Ron Tear","Canada Tower, Docklands, London, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[285081]=new photo(285081,"171190","CS04LE","gallery","LONDON EYE DUSK copy.jpg",500,327,"London Eye moonlit.",1,1,"Taken on the Rememberance weekend,(Lord Mayors Parade), waiting for darkness to illuminate the eye.The moon appeared rising behind the eye, a perfect opputunity to make a juxtoposition.A fairly long exspsure requiered for this image.","","Ron Tear","The London Eye, South Bank, London, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[285780]=new photo(285780,"171957","CS07NY","gallery","TIMES SQUARE AT NIGHT copy.jpg",500,335,"Times Square, New York",1,1,"Standing on the central reservation where a police station is situated(when crime was at a high level in this area, which  is no longer the case).This image for me conveys the sense that New York is a vibrant,colourful, 24hr city. An icon to the cosmopolitan concept.","","Ron Tear","Times Square, New York, USA.","","","",1);backgrounds[285794]=new photo(285794,"25261","C01AS","gallery","DRIVER AND MATE MID HANTS RAILWAY copy.jpg",600,394,"Waiting to go, Arlesford, Watercress line.",1,1,"Preserved steam is still very much alive in the UK.These individuals give their time freely, in the pusuit of a hobby. It also keeps this era alive brings so much pleasure to both old and young.An evocative image of steam.","","Ron Tear","Arlesford, Watercress Line, Hampshire, UK","","","",1);backgrounds[287001]=new photo(287001,"209699","LDS18BB","gallery","Ref tear copy.jpg",500,333,"Bahamian Beach, Harbour Island",1,1,"Harbour island is part of the chain of Bahamian islands that run east from Nassau, two hours by fast catermaran.An idyllic, peaceful island the only trouble being the locals whom have too much of a good time! We stayed in a colonial home owned by an American, it was absolutely stunning. We stayed for one night only, and this was my first image that I took.The tropical storm passed, the cloud made the image. ","","Ron Tear","Harbour Island, Bahamas,","","","",1);backgrounds[287005]=new photo(287005,"25261","CD02BC","gallery","AMERICAN GI BOVINGTON copy.jpg",500,330,"Re-enactment Bovington Camp Dorset.",1,1,"A British paratrooper actor during a re-enactment at Bovington camp. This is the Tank Museum and each year they hold this event.Plenty of candids to take with some atmosphere to boot.It is supplied by the tanks that take part in reconstrutions of battle.A great day out!","","Ron Tear","Bovington Camp, Dorset, UK","","","",1);backgrounds[287020]=new photo(287020,"171190","CS08HP","gallery","HOUSES OF PARLIMENT AT DUSK copy.jpg",500,242,"Houses of Parliment at dusk.",1,1,"The houses of parliment with Big Ben and Westminster Abbey taken at dusk from the south bank.Exposing for the highlights has led to blocked up shadow areas, but I still feel it has atmosphere.Showing the grandeur of this set of architecture.","","Ron Tear","South Embankment, London, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[287043]=new photo(287043,"25261","CD04WSS","gallery","MILITARY ODYSSEY DETLINGprint copy.jpg",500,243,"Miltary Odyssey,Detling.",1,1,"Another re-enactment this time all aspects of history are covered. In this image the actor is representing a German battle group(Das Reich Waffen SS). I again wanted to capture the feeling of that era in this situation.Using the smokey atmosphere and the discusion between the two combatents adding a story to the image.There are plenty of possible images to be had at these events, get there early and stake out your chosen subjects, this year cowboys!","","Ron Tear","Detling nr Maidstone, Kent,UK","","","",1);backgrounds[287067]=new photo(287067,"74936","HF01EN","gallery","NUDE 4 copy.jpg",500,182,"Erotic nude,",1,1,"Using available light and softening with net curtain.Creating a soft light to illuminate the body. My idea was to suggest, in this case the use of light important so not to reveal too much, let the mind do the job.Using black and white film has given the qualities that I had envisaged for this type of work.","","Ron Tear","Studio.","","","",1);backgrounds[287084]=new photo(287084,"25261","CD05RF","gallery","RAF PERSONEL MILITARY ODYSSEY print copy.jpg",500,325,"Re-enactment RAF personel.",1,1,"Another image from Detling, this time the RAF, these actors representing ground staff WW2.As with all particpants they are all willing to be photographed and will always be happy to talk.I try to create a feeling for the time with all that I take.Certainly in this instance an air of expectance.","","Ron Tear","Detling nr Maidstone, Kent,UK","","","",1);backgrounds[287102]=new photo(287102,"25261","CD06BN","gallery","STEAM DAY.jpg",500,322,"Steam Day Bridgenorth.",1,1,"At a steam weekend on the Severn Valley Railway, I noticed this passenger peering out of this carraige. The facial expression conveys the feeling of the moment. The steam adding its usual dose of atmosphere.This is almost representive of the steam age.","","Ron Tear","Bridgenorth,Severn Valley Railway,Shropshire, UK","","","",1);backgrounds[287130]=new photo(287130,"25261","CD07AS","gallery","TANK CREW MILITARY ODYSSEY copy.jpg",500,327,"A quick smoke, Detling.",1,1,"This re-enactor needed a cigerette after he had risen from this American tank( Chafee) after the battle.I always try to be aware of what may happen at these events.Having the camera ready will always increase the chances.It is the smoke emmiting from the tankman that is effective for this image.","","Ron Tear","Military Odyssey, Detling, Kent,UK,","","","",1);backgrounds[287135]=new photo(287135,"25329","ST01R","gallery","STEAM AT ROTHLY GCR copy.jpg",600,290,"Rothly,fog bound,GCR,",1,1,"Atmosphere captured, hear the sound of steam.Could almost go back to this era, the fog as well as steam adds to this.Figures help with scale and a belief that this could have been taken in the 1950s.","","Ron Tear","Rothly, Great Central Railway, Leicestershire","","","",1);backgrounds[287147]=new photo(287147,"25329","ST02L","gallery","SIR LAMIEL GCR LOUGHBOROUGH copy.jpg",600,395,"Sir Lamiel, Loughborough,",1,1,"Night photography is always evocative, adding to this lighting found in yards, that with daylight film add an extra colour.This image of Sir Lamiel when it was used during a winter steam event captures the power of steam.The steam seems to have replicated the shape of the engine, it makes for an appealing image. ","","Ron Tear","Great Central Railway, Loughborough, Leicestershire UK","","","",1);backgrounds[290537]=new photo(290537,"199750","CD09VPRB","gallery","VENITIAN PURPLE RED BLUE.jpg",500,366,"Venitian, purple,red,blue.",1,1,"The famous Venice Carnival, a honey pot of images.Photographers from the world over descend into this World Heritage site.The performers are also worldwide with costumes and masks hand made for the occasion. It is the atmosphere that is so attractive, in the case of this image the fog and the colours.These participnts are all from Germany, their costumes made by themselves, also they were playing Vivaldi on the violin.It is a magical place to visit at carnival time,if you get the chance I suggest you go! ","","Ron Tear","Venice,Italy Europe","","","",1);backgrounds[291594]=new photo(291594,"74936","HF02BN","gallery","BLUE NUDE.jpg",500,156,"Blue Nude",1,1,"Another in this series of semi erotic nudes.Emphasis on the lighting, illuminating the figure.The colour tone adds mood, only partial clarity makes these images have intrigue,left to the imagination.","","Ron Tear","Studio.","","","",1);backgrounds[291609]=new photo(291609,"74936","HF03S","gallery","Homage to Marilyn copy 2.jpg",563,458,"Sensual",1,1,"A mono image with hand tinting to the lips to emphasis a sensual feel to this portrait. This is loosley based on the iconic status of film stars, homage to the style.This is a take on Marilyn Munro,I hope I have done justice to the era.","","Ron Tear","Studio.","","","",1);backgrounds[292355]=new photo(292355,"165403","WLD23PW","gallery","Untitled-1.jpg",500,240,"Painted wolves at speed.",1,1,"To see these very rare canids was for me the highlight of our trip to Botswana. Taken on the Kwando concession this was indeed special. Our guide had to track these, they move frequently due to predation by Lion whom see them as competitors. They are also persecuted by pastorilist for they take domestic livestock. This pack consisted of Alpha male and female with eight pups and a number of young adults. They are Africas most successful predators, a eighty per cent kill rate. A most humbling moment to see them off on a hunt.Art Wolfe had been to this location only a week previous to our visit. ","","Ron Tear","Kwando reserve, Botswana, Africa,","","","",1);backgrounds[294000]=new photo(294000,"165403","WLD25OL","gallery","OLD LION MIKUMI NAT PK TANZ.jpg",500,324,"Old African Lion,Mikumi Nat Pk,Tanzania.",1,1,"This very old Lion a male that hsa been evicted from his pride, was spotted in the shade as we drove around Mikumi National Park, in Tanzania.<br>\r\nHe was not alone ,another old male was with him the pair may have had some relationship( brothers, maybe) but they were past their best.<br>\r\nWhen this male yawned he had only three teeth as far as we could see.This probably was the reason that they were together, a larger force. He looked tired and sad but still retained the magnificence of a lion.","","Ron Tear","Mikumi National Park,Tanzania, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[294011]=new photo(294011,"25329","ST03SV","gallery","TRAIN NOW LEAVING copy.jpg",600,289,"Leaving Bridgnorth",1,1,"This cold November morning with the first train from Bridgnorth about to couple up to the carriages on the platform.Trying to capture the past as the engine entered the light. Picking out the steam to give this atmosphere which the subject deserves. As usual the light did not remain like this for long.","","Ron Tear","Bridgnorth,Severn Valley Railway,Shropshire, UK","","","",1);backgrounds[315315]=new photo(315315,"165403","WLD27BZ","gallery","BURCHELLS ZEBRA.jpg",500,304,"Burchells zebra Ruaha Nat Pk Tanzania",1,1,"A wonderful contrast of colour in this image, the black & white stripes of the zebra accentuated by the red of the landscape.  You don't always want your subject to pose for you but this one did, well-framed by the undergrowth and tree foliage! When out looking for wildlife the excitement occurs when you unexpectedly see an animal close to you, a real bonus for both the emotions and the photography!","","Maggie Tear","Ruaha Nat Pk, Tanzania","","","",1);backgrounds[315316]=new photo(315316,"201163","LDS26AD","gallery","ARCTIC DAWN.jpg",500,324,"Arctic dawn Finland",1,1,"Dawn in December in Finland occurs about 9.00am and the sky remains half-lit for the few daylight hours there are.  It was -32 degrees but worth the extreme cold to be given conditions like this in which to take landscape photos.  We had to keep returning to our vehicle to keep the fingers from freezing completely.  I have never experienced such winter beauty as we did on this short break to Finland","","Maggie Tear","Oulu,Finland.","","","",1);backgrounds[315319]=new photo(315319,"171190","CS10AB","gallery","ALBERT BRIDGE DUSK.jpg",500,331,"Albert bridge dusk",1,1,"An amazing bridge to visit as dusk begins to fall, even better to capture two people leaning on the bridge, appreciating the evening scene. I enjoyed the contrast between the spectacular lighting of the bridge and the almost silhouette feel of the two people, sharing this moment together","","Maggie Tear","London,Chelsea, UK","","","",1);backgrounds[315321]=new photo(315321,"165403","CD11AC","gallery","AFRICAN CHILDREN.jpg",500,323,"African children Saadani Tanzania",1,1,"While staying in Saadani camp we were taken to the local village and these children followed us as we walked round,inquisitive as children always are!","","Maggie Tear","Saadani, n/e Tanzania","","","",1);backgrounds[315379]=new photo(315379,"73384","HF04","gallery","Twilight  years 2copy.jpg",356,500,"Life lines Wyn",1,1,"A portrait of my mother, Wyn, 94 when I took the photo.  I had not taken any portraits before but wanted to take some photos before she lost her health and vitality. She sat by the window as the afternoon winter sun streamed through. Elderly people have wonderful faces to take, capturing the lines and features that have changed with the increasing years. My mum isn't keen on the image, as she feels she has too many lines and wrinkles but it is one I will cherish.","","Maggie Tear","Studio.","","","",1);backgrounds[316050]=new photo(316050,"73384","LDS28BB","gallery","INTO THE UNKNOWN copy.jpg",500,170,"Winter in the hills",1,1,"Taken in the Brecon Beacons, one of that series.These marines are on manoeuvres in the hills for weeks.This image won Photo 98 sponsored by Canon, the prize was a £10,000 safari to Botswana.","","Ron Tear","Brecon Beacons, South Wales.","","","",1);backgrounds[316054]=new photo(316054,"73384","HF05","gallery","AGED HANDS.jpg",500,320,"Aged Hands",1,1,"Using window light ,I wanted to capture the texture of these hands.The veins standing out to show age,life. In mono simplifies the message.Film stock Agfa Scala. ","","Ron Tear","Studio.","","","",1);backgrounds[316078]=new photo(316078,"26958","CR02","gallery","SHADOWS.jpg",500,325,"Shadows",1,1,"Using light and shadow creates the conditions to experiment with photography. Being aware of potential in scenes is the first step,taking them at the right time also matters.The low light striking the railings and casting shadows required an extra element.The shadow of a pedestrian provided just that.","","Ron Tear","Richmond Hill, West London,UK","","","",1);backgrounds[323186]=new photo(323186,"73384","LDS29AA","gallery","ALPINE ASCENT 3 copy.jpg",500,320,"Alpine ascent",1,1,"The highest cable car in Europe,leaves from Chamonix.It takes you to the Aquille du midi, here a resturant and viewing area is to be found.At 12,000 ft the air is thin and arriving from Chamonix no time to aclimatise.The view was stunning all the way to Switzerland, the Matterhorn clearly visable.These skiers are ascending the ridge back to the cable station.In mono, adds to the granduer of the scene. ","","Ron Tear","Aquille Du Midi, Chamonix,France,","","","",1);backgrounds[325433]=new photo(325433,"171190","CS14ES","gallery","EYE SHADOW.jpg",500,242,"Eye Shadow",1,1,"After a taking images on the south bank, we crossed the Thames at Hungerford bridge.On looking back towards the Eye I realised the potential for an image.The low winter sun illuminating the London Eye was casting a shadow on the Shell building. This was an opputunity not to be missed.An image from this series won a gold medal at the Austrian Super Circuit in 2005. ","","Ron Tear","South Embankment, London, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[335699]=new photo(335699,"25329","ST04FT","gallery","FIRST TRAIN.jpg",500,471,"First train",1,1,"Taken from the doorway of the outgoing train from Quorn on the Great Central Railway.I caught the first train of the day, due to the combination of fog and steam the atmospherics were condusive for this type of photography.Another image that fits the era of steam.","","Ron Tear","Great Central Railway, Quorn Station, Leicestershire","","","",1);backgrounds[337631]=new photo(337631,"199751","AV02TK","gallery","TWO OF A KIND.jpg",500,212,"Two of a kind",1,1,"This panned shot, taken at Duxford on one of their Flying Legends weekends.These are both Messerschmitts, 109's.The rear aircraft being a genuine Bf109, Black Six, which crashed on landing and now resides at Hendon.The foreground aircraft an Hispano Buchon 109, built by the Spanish under license. The 109 notched up more kills than any other aircraft during WW2.These under a storm laden sky.","","Ron Tear","Imperial War Museum, Duxford, Cambridgeshire.","","","",1);backgrounds[337650]=new photo(337650,"74936","HF07IL","gallery","IN THE LIGHT.jpg",500,330,"Into the light",1,1,"A sepia toned study of the female form.In this lighting I was trying to create a film set image.The model relaxing in the warm light.Soft focus adds to the overall feeling for me.","","Ron Tear","Studio.","","","",1);backgrounds[338244]=new photo(338244,"199751","AV05LR","gallery","LANCASTER RETURN.jpg",500,235,"Lancaster return",1,1,"This image evokes the moment one of these famous aircraft is returning from a night raid. They were resposible for hundreds of thousands of deaths, they also lost thousands of crew. The bomber changed the course of WWII it became a weapon of mass destruction.This image is a tribute to those that fell in combat and to the victims of the bombs.","","Ron Tear","Biggin Hill, Kent, UK","","","",1);backgrounds[339921]=new photo(339921,"199754","CS15CB","gallery","CHARLES BRIDGE DUSK.jpg",500,674,"Charles bridge dusk",1,1,"We visited Prague just before Christmas, it was cold but no snow.Charles bridge is a meca for tourists and the local artist.I wanted to convey this feeling of the hustle and bustle. The pink umbrella was my focal point, a long exsposure would do the rest.Tripod mounted I had to be aware of pedestrians!.","","Ron Tear","Prague,Czech Republic, Europe","","","",1);backgrounds[341042]=new photo(341042,"26958","CR04FP","gallery","Face of Protest web site 2 copy.jpg",323,500,"Face of protest",1,1,"Taken at the London protest march against the war in Iraq.Trying to capture the emotion, feelings with this image.Anger, frustration and an overwhelming sense that the Goverment was wrong.Just one of the images I took that day, we joined the march for some time but did not go to Hyde Park, estimates that 500,000 people took part. It still continues today perhaps our Vietnam.","","Ron Tear","Holborn, London UK","","","",1);backgrounds[344811]=new photo(344811,"25329","ST05CS","gallery","STEAM AT CRANMORE.jpg",600,286,"Steam at Cranmore",1,1,"After a drive in fog on the M4, and through the lanes of Somerset I reached my destination Cranmore.The setting was perfect, cold and crisp after the early sun burnt off the fog.On a previous visit I planned the shot.The autumnal colours helped balance the scene.I waited patiently,I had wondered why there appeared to be a large number of children about. It was mid term holidays that was the reason so I thought. This line had David Sheperd paintings in the signal box and he owned some of the engines. The time came for the first train to leave, the atmosphere, the steam, the sound and out of the station came....Thomas!.I had to take the images it was a perfect picture. The Green Knight was dressed for the occasion, and the children enjoyed it also.","","Ron Tear","Cranmore Station, East Somerset Railway.","","","",1);backgrounds[351311]=new photo(351311,"171190","CS16MB","gallery","MILLENIUM BRIDGE LONDON.jpg",500,329,"Millenium Bridge London",1,1,'Londons first new bridge for some time. When first constructed was given the nickname of " The Wobbly bridge" due to the amount of sway when being used.Designed by Sir Norman Foster it had to be shut after 2 days.A passive dampening system was put in place , this solved the problem. It now is a major attraction as well as a vital link to the two banks of the Thames,which have seen considerable improvements recently.',"","Ron Tear","London,Between the Tate Modern, St Pauls","","","",1);backgrounds[359998]=new photo(359998,"165403","WLD32PW","gallery","Painted Wolf puppy.jpg",500,239,"Painted Wolf puppy",1,1,"This member of a larger pack of Painted Wolves, resting in the soft ground at their den.There were eight puppys, that accomponied the adults on a hunt.The teenagers kept the youngsters in line and after a short distance took them back to the den. This was one of the first tastes of hunting in the pack. Painted Wolves are Africas most successful hunters, 80 per cent kill rate.This image was taken before the hunt began, a relaxed, alert puppy.","","Ron Tear","Kwando reserve, Botswana, Africa,","","","",1);backgrounds[363977]=new photo(363977,"171190","CS17SD","gallery","STORM CLOUDS OVER DOCKLANDS copy.jpg",500,753,"Storm clouds over docklands",1,1,"We were visiting Surrey Quays to see what was going on in that area, the main interest being this spectacular view with an inky sky to accentuate the buildings of docklands.  Within minutes the sky had moved on and the view had lost it's impact.","","Maggie Tear","Docklands, Canary Wharf, London, UK","","","",1);backgrounds[372109]=new photo(372109,"25261","CD13TB","gallery","THE TEA BREAK WW2 copy.jpg",600,449,"THE TEA BREAK WW11",1,1,"Military Odyssey, in Kent, is a great place to take candid images of period figures, who are alos more than willing to have their photo taken.  This is a new area of photography for me and one which I enjoy considerably; lots to see and learn, people to meet and considerable challenges in getting the images right.","","Maggie Tear","Military Odyssey, Detling, Kent,UK,","","","",1);backgrounds[372110]=new photo(372110,"73384","CS20TB","gallery","TOWER BRIDGE SILHOUETTEWeb 2  copy.jpg",500,329,"TOWER BRIDGE SILHOUETTE",1,1,"One of my last images using Agfa Scala slide film before processing ceased in UK. The monochrome gives a sense of times gone by and  mood from an era when London was much dirtier and more gloomy in some ways because it was a working city.  The wide angle lens accentuates the height and presence that Tower Bridge has.","","Maggie Tear","London, East,  UK","","","",1);backgrounds[373395]=new photo(373395,"73384","CS09TS","gallery","TAXI NEW YORK web site 2 copy.jpg",320,497,"TAXI NEW YORK",1,1,"It was the early morning light that attracted me to this scene. On our way to photograph Grand Central station, this taxi stand was outside.Taken in mono accentuates the scene, this image won me a Hasselblad X pan, in a urban landscape composition with Practical Photographer. ","","Ron Tear","New York,USA","","","",1);backgrounds[373411]=new photo(373411,"73384","CS18EF","gallery","Eifel Tower..jpg",393,600,"Eiffel Tower",1,1,"Th Eiffel Tower is probably France's most famous landmarks and although we've all seen many images from different angles it is very impressive to stand underneath it.  I feel that this viewpoint accentuates the height and design of this magnificent structure, mono film giving an added dimension. It has attracted all kinds of adventurers in it's years, one flew a plane under the legs of the tower and lived to tell the tale!","","Maggie Tear","Paris, France, Europe","","","",1);backgrounds[373412]=new photo(373412,"171190","CS19G","gallery","THE GHERKIN copy1.jpg",262,400,"The Gherkin",1,1,"The Gherkin is one of London's newer landmarks and one weekend a couple of years ago when they had an \"Open London weekend\" Ron and I went with our list of buildings to view, the Gherkin being head of the list.  After queuing for five and a half hours, going twice round the base of the building, we finally took the lift to the top.  The day had deteriorated from the sun of the morning so the photos we took were a little gloomy but it was a great experience.  Needless to say we didn't visit any of the other buildings on our list! ","","Maggie Tear","London, East,  UK","","","",1);backgrounds[373670]=new photo(373670,"171190","CS09TS","gallery","TATE MODERN SILHOUETTES2.jpg",193,300,"Tate Modern Silhouettes",1,1,"The Turbine Hall in the Tate Modern is a great place to take photos of visitors as they stop, maybe to plan their visit, best taken when the winter light streams through the west window in the afternoon.  Here the image has an almost monochromatic feel which adds to the moody scene.  It is a place where you can stand, observe and enjoy for some time, there's always lots to see! ","","Maggie Tear","Tate Modern, South Bank, London,UK","","","",1);backgrounds[373696]=new photo(373696,"26958","CRO1S","gallery","THE STAIRCASE copy1.jpg",167,300,"The Staircase",1,1,"Using slow shutter speed, combined with Velvia 50 ASA film has created this image.Taken in the Tate Modern, under the staircase leading to the Turbine hall. I thought I may get a different image this was the result.","","Ron Tear","Tate Modern, South Bank, London,UK","","","",1);backgrounds[373700]=new photo(373700,"172222","CR05HS","gallery","HIGHLIGHTS AND SHADOWS1.jpg",224,300,"Highlights and shadows.",1,1,"This monocromatic image relies on pattern and shape.The repetertive nature of the cobblestones, broken by the shadow of the passing pedestrian. Simple in it's concept.","","Ron Tear","Tallin,Estonia, Europe","","","",1);backgrounds[375244]=new photo(375244,"165403","WLD33SA","gallery","SABLE ANTELOPE.jpg",500,238,"Sable Antelope.",1,1,"These male Sable antelope were resting in this group. There were also impala in the vicinity, all eyes and ears alert to the prospect of predetors. Taken in Chobe national park, Botswana these graceful antelpoe were a joy to witness. ","","Ron Tear","Chobe Nat Pk Botswana","","","",1);backgrounds[988959]=new photo(988959,"209662","","gallery","After the Storm Web site.jpg",339,474,"AFTER THE STORM.",1,1,"Taken same time as the mono image in the b/w section. Sunnegga Paradise ski area, Zermatt Switzerland. A very eventful day.","","Ron Tear","Zermatt, Switzerland, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[989133]=new photo(989133,"165403","","gallery","CHEETAH BOTSWANA 7 Web site copy.jpg",569,270,"Cheetah on the prowl",1,1,"Taken in Botswana, one of the series of images on this cheetah. This illustrates the caution taken when looking for prey. Events played out this cat did not get a meal this time.","","Ron Tear","Kwando reserve, Botswana, Africa,","","","",1);backgrounds[989150]=new photo(989150,"74936","","gallery","Waiting copy.jpg",570,205,"Waiting.",1,1,"Part of the series on a theme.The nude as a landscape, shape, form. Taken using available light. ","","Ron Tear","Studio.","","","",1);backgrounds[989905]=new photo(989905,"165403","","gallery","CHEETAH BOTSWANA Web site  copy.jpg",570,255,"Cheetah, Botswana.",1,1,"Same Cheetah different pose, illustrating posture. In tune with the enviroment.","","Ron Tear","Kwando reserve, Botswana, Africa,","","","",1);backgrounds[990596]=new photo(990596,"172222","","gallery","BUS STOP SILHOUETTE TALLIN copy.jpg",500,368,"Tallin Bus shelter",1,1,"Whilst wandering through the old town in early morning light this was the scane at the local bus station. It had been a cold night -10 so there was plenty of frost. The silhouette and frosted bus shelter was a combination not to be missed. Reading his paper before the journey to work.","","Ron Tear","Tallin,Estonia, Europe","","","",1);backgrounds[990663]=new photo(990663,"209648","","gallery","AQUILLE DU MIDI copy.jpg",307,474,"Aiquille Du Midi.",1,1,"One of the highest cable car routes in Europe, this finishes at 14,000 ft next to Mont Blanc. From here the Alps are visible all the way to Switzerland and the Matterhorn. Used by skiers accomplishing the Vallee Blanche ski route. The skiers in this image are ascending the ridge.","","Ron Tear","French Alps, Chamonix.","","","",1);backgrounds[990688]=new photo(990688,"26958","","gallery","Pool 2 Web Two copy.jpg",222,471,"The pool.",1,1,"Reflection in a swimming pool in Nerja Andulucia. Attracted by the reflected balcony and colour. Abstract creative image.","","Ron Tear","Nerja, Andulucia, Spain","","","",1);backgrounds[994707]=new photo(994707,"199737","","gallery","Colour of India.2.jpg",472,239,"Colour of India.",1,1,"Khajuraho is one of India's most sacred sites. As with the Taj Mahal, this site has Hindu temples dating back to 950 AD built by the Chandela Kings and full of erotic sculptures. The added colour provided by the visitors.","","Ron Tear","Khajuraho, n/e India,","","","",1);backgrounds[996971]=new photo(996971,"25329","","gallery","AT THE START OF THE DAY.jpg",500,374,"At the start of the Day.",1,1,"Steam has tremendous appeal. Not only with photographers but those that experience it. The sound of an engine starting to move, once heard never forgotten. This image is about the start of the days work. Preserved lines are very much as they were back in the 50/60s. Transported back into the era of steam.","","Ron Tear","Ropley, Watercress Line, Hampshire","","","",1);backgrounds[997008]=new photo(997008,"209648","","gallery","Aquille sunset ( Alpen Glow) copy.jpg",348,468,"Aguille Sunset.",1,1,"The Alps are the backbone of Europe. Here in Chamonix is the tallest Mont Blanc. This image features the Aguille Du midi at sunset with an Alpen glow. Taken from our hotel in Les Houches.","","Ron Tear","Les Houches, Chamonix,","","","",1);backgrounds[997015]=new photo(997015,"199737","","gallery","Colour of India 3 copy.jpg",472,258,"Colour of India ",1,1,"The holy town of Khajuraho has this reservoir where water is stored for the town. Used by all for daily chores and as a supply. It also a natural resource important to the wildlife, birds. It has it's very own crocodiles also!","","Ron Tear","Khajuraho, n/e India,","","","",1);backgrounds[997024]=new photo(997024,"74936","","gallery","NUDE 11 copy.jpg",385,500,'" The Zoo "',1,1,"Inspired by an album cover,I wanted to create my own version. Exploring the nude and all the possibilities to interpret.","","Ron Tear","Studio.","","","",1);backgrounds[997049]=new photo(997049,"201163","","gallery","Finnish Moon.jpg",476,216,"Finnish Moon.",1,1,"A landscape of frozen waste. Punctuated with these barns that served as hunters lodges. This particular one was in a state of disrepair. The moon had just risen above the treetops at 2.30pm. Daylight scarce in Finland during late December. This image was commended in TPOTY in 2006.","","Ron Tear","Finland, Olou.","","","",1);backgrounds[998024]=new photo(998024,"74936","","gallery","NUDE 6 copy.jpg",500,220,"On her own",1,1,"Nude lit with only one light source. Pose of an erotic nature, using the adage of less is more.","","Ron Tear","Studio.","","","",1);backgrounds[998036]=new photo(998036,"73384","","gallery","EMPIRE STATE BUILDING copy.jpg",236,500,"Empire State Building. New York.",1,1,"When in New York you tend to gaze upward. Marveling at the sheer size of it's buildings. This image is meant to represent this.","","Ron Tear","New York,USA","","","",1);backgrounds[998046]=new photo(998046,"201163","","gallery","FINNISH  LIGHT1 copy.jpg",325,500,"Finnish Dawn 2",1,1,"Another example of Finnish landscape. Beauty with emptiness. This hoar frost covered Birch tree an example of the conditions in winter. -32 was the temperature.","","Ron Tear","Finland, Olou.","","","",1);backgrounds[998422]=new photo(998422,"171957","","gallery","Chicago in New York.jpg",600,321,"Chicago in New York.",1,1,"The yellow cab is synonomous with New York. The bus in the back ground was advertising the stage show Chicago. Immediately saw the image.","","Ron Tear","New York,USA","","","",1);backgrounds[998461]=new photo(998461,"73384","","gallery","corfe dawn 2 Infra Red copy.jpg",600,377,"Corfe dawn infra red.",1,1,"Another image processed in Photoshop, this to near replicate Infra red black and white film.","","Ron Tear","Corfe Castle,Swanage, Isle of Purbeck","","","",1);backgrounds[998529]=new photo(998529,"73384","","gallery","CHEETAH BOTSWANA PICKED UP A SCENT black and white.jpg",600,280,"Cheetah, mono.",1,1,"Using PS to convert a colour image. Trying a different perspective.","","Ron Tear","Kwando reserve, Botswana, Africa,","","","",1);backgrounds[998630]=new photo(998630,"209662","","gallery","Lone Tree web site copy.jpg",430,500,"Lone Tree, Swiss Alps.",1,1,"Taken on one of our many walks in the Swiss Alps. The paths were cleared within a day of snowfall. We were able to walk over 20 km in these conditions. At a hieght of 14000ft it was exhilerating.","","Ron Tear","Swiss Alps, Zermatt.","","","",1);backgrounds[1012667]=new photo(1012667,"172222","","gallery","TALLIN LIGHT copy.jpg",600,392,"Tallinn Light.",1,1,"Noticed the street light shape and the way the low light was absorbed within. Dark b/g perfect for such an image. Personal view of Tallinn.","","Ron Tear","Tallinn,Estonia, Europe","","","",1);backgrounds[1012670]=new photo(1012670,"26958","","gallery","Matterhorn 5 Mono 2 copy.jpg",338,468,"Matterhorn Abstract",1,1,"An image taken in colour and adjusted in Photoshop. Keeping detail in the solid area's and allowing a overexposed skyscape to fade.","","Ron Tear","Zermatt, Switzerland, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[1012678]=new photo(1012678,"73384","","gallery","EYE IN THE SKY web page copy.jpg",449,600,"Eye in the sky.",1,1,"Taken on the London Eye,looking west towards Battersea. Using the pod anpassengers below to complete the story.","","Ron Tear","lLondon Eye, Westminster.","","","",1);backgrounds[1012679]=new photo(1012679,"74936","","gallery","NUDE 2 copy.jpg",416,556,"Vieled Nude",1,1,"Using material to soften shape and form. Also softly lit allows for a sense of mystery.","","Ron Tear","Studio.","","","",1);backgrounds[1013095]=new photo(1013095,"73384","","gallery","Lost Liverpool st copy.jpg",436,600,"Lost Liverpool Street Station.",1,1,"Due to tight security it is now impossible to take images at this site. Taken from the first floor concourse, an observation of time. Every one in a rush except the gent who is apparently lost.","","Ron Tear","Liverpool street Station.","","","",1);backgrounds[1013122]=new photo(1013122,"73384","","gallery","EYE SHADOW copy.jpg",600,282,"Eye shadow, mono",1,1,"Photoshop conversion of a previous uploaded image. Suited the mono effect.","","Ron Tear","London Eye, Southbank, Westminster, UK","","","",1);backgrounds[1024436]=new photo(1024436,"25261","","gallery","IS THIS OUR TRAIN  web page copy.jpg",456,600,"Is this our Train.",1,1,"One of a series of images taken at the Watercress Line Autumn event. Arlesford Station was were the drvers/mates seemed to change over. Whilst having tea in the buffet, i wandered outside and was met with this scene. I took as many as I could before the engine left.","","Ron Tear","Arlesford, Watercress Line, Hampshire, UK","","","",1);backgrounds[1024458]=new photo(1024458,"25261","","gallery","Waiting and talking  web page copy.jpg",450,600,"Talking and Waiting",1,1,"Another from Arlesford, this time on her own. Trainee driver/mate. ","","Ron Tear","Arlesford, Watercress Line, Hampshire, UK","","","",1);backgrounds[1024461]=new photo(1024461,"25261","","gallery","THE DRIVER web page  copy.jpg",600,391,"The Driver.",1,1,"Same day, different train. Looking forward, loved the Cuban Star. Splash of colour.","","Ron Tear","Arlesford, Watercress Line, Hampshire, UK","","","",1);backgrounds[1028694]=new photo(1028694,"73384","","gallery","BRECON BLIZZARD2 copy.jpg",600,241,"Gathering Storm.",1,1,"Part of the same set of images taken on this wonderful day. One to remember for ever, for us.","","Ron Tear","Brecon Beacons, South Wales.","","","",1);backgrounds[1029288]=new photo(1029288,"171957","","gallery","NIGHT SCENE NEW YORK copy.jpg",600,382,"Night Scene New York.",1,1,'From the Empire State building a 360 degree view is possible over NYC. Staying on the viewing platform in Februay -10 makes demands of the photographer. The rewards can be worthwhile. This image is subtitled " The Tick " for obvious reasons. Tripod mounted, long exposure.',"","Ron Tear","New York,USA","","","",1);backgrounds[1034482]=new photo(1034482,"165403","","gallery","african-blue-heron-on-hippo  web page. copy.jpg",600,279,"African Blue Heron on hippo.",1,1,"Observed in Selous Reserve in Tanzania. A tributary of the Rufigi River were these Hippo's were resting out of the current. This Heron had decided this was a perfect perch. The back of a Hippo.","","Ron Tear","Selous Reserve, Tanzania, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[1034592]=new photo(1034592,"171957","","gallery","NEW YORK CITY LIGHTS copy.jpg",600,395,"New York city lights.",1,1,"Another from the Empire State building, taken as dusk fell and the lights came on. New York must have extraordinary power stations to keep this all going. Occasionaly blackouts do occur.","","Ron Tear","New York,USA","","","",1);backgrounds[1036159]=new photo(1036159,"73384","","gallery","BRECON BLIZZARD web page  copy.jpg",600,292,"Brecon Blizzard",1,1,"Another from this fantastic climb. The Beacons at their best and worst, a challenge to be in. Wild and open, they train the Marines in this enviroment. ","","Ron Tear","Brecon Beacons, South Wales.","","","",1);backgrounds[1044827]=new photo(1044827,"171190","","gallery","After the rain  copy.jpg",600,395,"After the Rain",1,1,"Londons South bank has been transformed in recent years. The work is still ongoing. City Hall ( aka Kens place ) is part of that development. Shape resembles a helmet and has an interesting spiral staircase. It also is very eco friendly, recyling and using solar energy. In front of the building in this image is an area for exhibitions ( open air ) and festivals. Shown here is Tom Stoddarts i Witness exhibition. A moving photographic record of mans and natures vagaries.","","Ron Tear","London South Bank, Bermondsy.","","","",1);backgrounds[1052911]=new photo(1052911,"74936","","gallery","NUDE 8  WEB SITE.copy.jpg",244,500,"Soft Focus Nude",1,1,"Window lit nude with added soft focus filter. A soft sensual effect.","","Ron Tear.","Studio.","","","",1);backgrounds[1052936]=new photo(1052936,"25329","","gallery","Steam shed  WEB SITE.copy.jpg",600,289,"Bridgnorth Sheds, at work.",1,1,"Bridgnorth on the Severn Valley Railway. Maintenance is a vital job that has to be carried out each time an engine is in steam. This individual was sprucing up the engine for it's days work. The orange overalls against the dark background make this image for me.","","Ron Tear.","Bridgnorth, Shropshire, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1053443]=new photo(1053443,"26958","","gallery","The Pool copy.jpg",500,363,"Pool not in use.",1,1,"Swimming pool in Florida during a heavy thunderstorm. Everybody gets out during this time for fear of electricution from lightning.","","Ron Tear.","Orlando, Florida, USA.","","","",1);backgrounds[1054436]=new photo(1054436,"26958","","gallery","Grafitti  Prague Style.jpg",500,324,"Graffiti Prague.",1,1,"To an urban artist walls, shutters, trains ect are legitimate canvases. Authorities would disagree, but love or hate it does add colour to urban life.","","Ron Tear.","Prague, Czech Rebuplic, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[1054445]=new photo(1054445,"197478","","gallery","PARIS EIFEL TOWER copy.jpg",500,500,"Paris Eifel Tower.",1,1,"We climbed the 300+ steps to the second platform of this landmark of Paris. From here the viewpoint was sensational. Observing all below allowed for a different perspective. One of a series of images from this location.","","Ron Tear.","Eifel Tower, Paris, France, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[1054456]=new photo(1054456,"199750","","gallery","EYES OF VENICE mono  copy.jpg",372,500,"Face of Venice.",1,1,"Another image from the famous Carnevale, most popular with photographers from the world over.","","Ron Tear.","Carnevale, Venice, Italy, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[1056606]=new photo(1056606,"171190","","gallery","Fountains.jpg",373,500,"The Fountains, Festival Hall.",1,1,"After a long improvement/upgrade the Festival Hall reopened yesterday. This is one of the fountain features in the area. With the Eye as a backdrop it cannot be resisted by visitors or photographers.","","Ron Tear.","Festival Hall, Sth Bank, London UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1056608]=new photo(1056608,"73384","","gallery","THE DRIVER WATERCRESS LINE copy.jpg",600,385,"Tea Break.",1,1,"Watercress line Hampshire. The driver needed refreshment during the Santa speciails on this line. He was just returning to the cab.","","Ron Tear.","Arlesford, Watercress line, Hampshire, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1056614]=new photo(1056614,"165403","","gallery","CHACMA BABOON BOTSWANA copy.jpg",468,298,"Chacma Baboon.",1,1,"This lone male was observing thelandscape beside the Victoria Falls Zambia. Managed this one portrait image before he dissapeared back to the pack.","","Ron Tear.","Victoria Falls, Zambia, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[1059448]=new photo(1059448,"26958","","gallery","Buttermere impression.jpg",500,418,"Buttermere impression.",1,1,"A calm reflection on Buttermere in the Lake District. Pulling a section out and making an impressionistic image. Reminicent of a Monet, maybe this would have been the way he saw it.","","Ron Tear.","Buttermere, Lake District, Cumbria, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1061790]=new photo(1061790,"199750","","gallery","VENITIAN PINK.jpg",366,500,"Venetian Pink.",1,1,"Another image from the Venice Carnevale, plenty more to see. Such a vibrant atmosphere.","","Ron Tear.","Venice, Italy, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[1061818]=new photo(1061818,"199750","","gallery","venitian white WEB SITE. copy.jpg",328,500,"Venitian White.",1,1,"Carnevale Venice, a different mood.","","Ron Tear.","Venice, Italy, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[1061988]=new photo(1061988,"73384","","gallery","LONDON  FROM THE AIR.jpg",296,500,"Docklands from the Air.",1,1,"Flying in a De Havilland Rapide from Duxford on a flight over London. Below is Docklands and the Dome clearly visable. The weather was cloudy but ceiling above our 1500 ft. An experience to remember, something Maggie and I wanted to do for some time.","","Ron Tear.","Above Docklands, London, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1065757]=new photo(1065757,"26958","","gallery","Snow shower 3.jpg",500,329,"Snow Shower.",1,1,"During this last winter snow fall has been low. On this day I went into Epping forest to try to capture snowfall. Using a combination of slow shutter speed and defocusing experimented, this was just one of the results. ","","Ron Tear.","Epping Forest, Essex, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1066164]=new photo(1066164,"73384","","gallery","THE DOME STATION copy.jpg",325,500,"The Dome Station.",1,1,"Soon to be very busy, as the Dome is now 02 and the venue is finally being used to stage various events. Here I was trying low shutter speed as people walked past this advert. They now visit.","","Ron Tear.","Dome Station, DLR, Docklands, London, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1067132]=new photo(1067132,"171190","","gallery","The Acrobat copy.jpg",500,241,"The Acrobat.",1,1,"At the opening of More London on the sth bank, these acrobats were used to entertain the crowds. Swinging from City Hall they made a good subject to photograph. ","","Ron Tear.","Ernst and Young building, More London, Sth Bank.","","","",1);backgrounds[1077550]=new photo(1077550,"26958","","gallery","Autumn Breezeweb page. copy.jpg",500,326,"Autumn Breeze.",1,1,"Recording the natural world on film can be demanding. I wanted to capture the motion of the wind in a image. Slow film and long shutter speeds the solution. Experimentation the key, this is one such example.","","Ron Tear.","Westernbirt Arboretum, Wiltshire, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1077874]=new photo(1077874,"25261","","gallery","Dont have to be young.jpg",600,305,"You dont have to be young.....",1,1,"The north coast of Spain has beautiful bays and sandy beaches. Here in Mundaka the beach is not so attractive. The climate is still warm enough for a spot of sunbathing. Topless bathing is not the domain of the young and nubile.","","Ron Tear.","Mundaka, Bay of Biscay, Spain.","","","",1);backgrounds[1092215]=new photo(1092215,"165403","","gallery","Botswana dawn.jpg",600,196,"Botswana Dawn.",1,1,"We left Vumbura camp before day break. Africa's silence broken by the calls heralding the start of a new day. African light is superb and when we came across these Tsebe feeding into the light the spell was caste. Low light picks out the webs and silhouettes these antelope. Magical.","","Ron Tear.","Vumbura Camp, Chobe National Park, Botswana, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[1092228]=new photo(1092228,"199737","","gallery","TIGER ON THE MOVE2 copy.jpg",562,223,"Bengal Tiger on the move.",1,1,"A panned movement image, showing the sheer strenght of these animals. Taken in low light conditions it illustrates motion.","","Ron Tear.","Bandhavgarh National Park, Madhya Pradesh, India. ","","","",1);backgrounds[1093084]=new photo(1093084,"171957","","gallery","SUNSET ON THE CHRYSLER copy.jpg",444,600,"Sunset on the Chrysler.",1,1,"Taken from the Empire State building as the sun set in February. The Chrysler lit in this colourful sunset hue, reflecting a glorious end to the day.","","Ron Tear.","New York city,  USA.","","","",1);backgrounds[1093270]=new photo(1093270,"165403","","gallery","LITTLE BEE EATER PAIR copy.jpg",500,264,"Little Bee Eater Pair.",1,1,"Taken on the Kwando river Botswana. Spent some time observing this pair of Bee Eater's passing Dragonflys to each other. Finally managed to get within distance to capture the pair. ","","Ron Tear.","Kwando River, Kwando concession, Botswana, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[1093583]=new photo(1093583,"171190","","gallery","THE DOME AT NIGHTweb 2 copy.jpg",500,329,"Dome at night.",1,1,"Recently refurbished and now in use, the Dome has come full circle. It's future is guaranteed as it now stages events and concerts.","","Ron Tear.","Greenwich,  London, River Thames, UK. ","","","",1);backgrounds[1094040]=new photo(1094040,"209699","","gallery","Harbour Island Blues.jpg",500,393,"Harbour Island Blues.",1,1,"Harbour Island is part of the Bahamian chain of islands in the Atlantic Ocean. Beautiful pink sand and turquois sea's make this an idyllic spot to chill out. A welcome break from Florida.","","Ron Tear.","Harbour Island, Bahamas, Atlantic Ocean.","","","",1);backgrounds[1095654]=new photo(1095654,"25261","","gallery","Brits on Holiday.jpg",500,336,"Weekend Break.",1,1,"As soon as the sun breaks out, the coast is the place to be. Deck chairs are part of this exodus, a charm of the coast. When lit with contr'e jour light the fabric becomes translucent. Making for rich images.","","Ron Tear.","Southend-on -Sea, Essex, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1096028]=new photo(1096028,"209662","","gallery","Spot lit.jpg",418,500,"Spot lit.",1,1,"After a heavy blizzard in the Swiss Alpes, the cloud began to break. A hint of sunlight illuminated this peak briefly. Allowing just a glimpse into the distance.","","Ron Tear.","Zermatt, Switzerland, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[1105888]=new photo(1105888,"171190","","gallery","The eye at night.jpg",500,332,"The Eye at night.",1,1,"The London Eye lit for Armistice Day. The Shell building beyond lit with a rotating poppy. The eye itself had the pods lit blue. A one off event but by no means the last.","","Ron Tear.","The London Eye, Sth Bank, London.UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1128997]=new photo(1128997,"165403","","gallery","Baobabs, Rhuaha Tanzania..jpg",600,350,"Baobabs.",1,1,"Synonomous with Africa, the Baobab is legendary. The Gods were angry at the tribes so they pulled up the trees and put them back upside down. So we have this shape, loved by Elephants who gore the trunks for the moist inner bark. Some of these tree's are a thousand years old, Baines Baobabs the most famous. These were taken in Ruaha Nat Pk, Tanzania. The landscape was arid and there were a lot of Baobabs in the vicinity.","","Ron Tear.","Ruaha Nat Pk, Tanzania, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[1133985]=new photo(1133985,"199737","","gallery","CHITTAL DRINKING copy1.jpg",247,500,"Chittal Drinking.",1,1,"In Bandhavgarh National Park waterholes are kept full for the survival of the wildlife. The heat of the summer soon dwindles the natural resources. These waterholes provide the life for deer, which are the mainstay of the Tiger.","","Ron Tear.","Bandhavgarh Nat Pk, Madhya Pradesh, India.","","","",1);backgrounds[1133995]=new photo(1133995,"26958","","gallery","Dawn copy.jpg",600,390,"Dawn.",1,1,"Harbour island at dawn. The pink sands glowing in the low early light. The legs and shadow add mystery to the image.","","Ron Tear.","Harbour Island, Bahamas, Atlantic Ocean.","","","",1);backgrounds[1135899]=new photo(1135899,"165403","","gallery","Waiting for the tide 2 copy.jpg",500,242,"Waiting for the Tide.",1,1,"Stone Town on Zanzibar, the working craft are beached till the high tide reccurs and they go out to fish. This particular example did float, judginging by the state of the hull one wonders how !. It was the colours that also attracted me, the guy in blue the finishing touch.","","Ron Tear.","Stone Town, Zanzibar, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[1136133]=new photo(1136133,"197478","","gallery","D Day. Paris.jpg",385,600,"D Day, Pompidou Centre.",1,1,"This famous landmark of Paris with it's strange features is a visitors delight. Famed for it's design and colour a honey pot for photographers. It was the sign above the entrance and this young couple enjoying the scene that attracted me.","","Ron Tear.","Pompidou Centre, Paris, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[1142134]=new photo(1142134,"73384","","gallery","MAGGIE 1 copy.jpg",567,359,"Maggie.",1,1,"Taken on Agfa Scala, this portrait of Maggie in a relaxed mood. Mono has strong possibilities in portraiture, revealing character.","","Ron Tear.","Studio","","","",1);backgrounds[1166284]=new photo(1166284,"199737","","gallery","Indian Hands.jpg",600,358,"Indian Hands.",1,1,"Whilst visiting the Tigers of Bandhavgarh the entrance that we used was in the town of Tala. Our guide lived here and of course knew the people. He gave a lift to this blind beggar whom when we arrived at his home played his flute. We gave rupee's for his performance and took some images. Maggies was the best of these she concentrated on the hands, exquisite.","","Maggie Tear.","Tala, near Bandhavgarh Reserve, Madhya Pradesh, India.","","","",1);backgrounds[1184468]=new photo(1184468,"73384","","gallery","Sleepy hollow web page. mono copy.jpg",600,426,"Sleepy Hollow.",1,1,"Taken at the firework display at Leeds Castle, this small lake caught my attention. Complete with moon and mist made an ideal image of atmosphere. ","","Ron Tear.","Leeds Castle, Kent, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1185636]=new photo(1185636,"165403","","gallery","Hippo's copy.jpg",600,198,"Eye level Hippo's",1,1,"This three some of hippo's in relative size were in an oxbow on the Rufigi river, Selous game reserve. We were informed they were quite safe to approach but not after dark! Taken as the sun set and we enjoyed our sundowner's.","","Ron Tear.","Selous Game Reserve, Rufigi River, Tanzania, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[1185689]=new photo(1185689,"73384","","gallery","Glen coe weather, web page. copy.jpg",600,339,"Glen Coe weather.",1,1,"Glen Coe synonamous with a massacre, airy ridges, tall peaks and weather! This scene is typical as the clouds spill in and empty their contents. Makes for atmospheric conditions. ","","Ron Tear.","Glen Coe, Scotland, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1195076]=new photo(1195076,"171190","","gallery","Kew light.jpg",392,600,"Kew Light.",1,1,"Winter is a fine time to visit Kew Gardens. Less people and raw colour. The Victorian Palm Houses with their construction of glass aid condensation. As the light of the setting sun glows through patterns emerge through the glass. For me one very good reason to visit.","","Ron Tear.","Kew Gardens,  Kew, London.  UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1195089]=new photo(1195089,"209648","","gallery","Brittainy copy.jpg",600,394,"Pink Granite Coast.",1,1,"The pink granite coast of Brittany is a spectacular stretch of coastline. Huge boulders in various shapes and sizes punctuate the seashore. Being pink granite when the setting sun strikes these boulders they do glow. ","","Ron Tear."," Pink Granite Coast, Brittany, France, Europe","","","",1);backgrounds[1196177]=new photo(1196177,"165403","","gallery","CHEETAH BOTSWANA  EPZcopy.jpg",495,600,"On the lookout.",1,1,"Another image from the series I took in Botswana. This male observing the savannah, for some prey. Stalked a group of Kudu with young didn't manage a kill.","","Ron Tear.","Kwando, Botswana, Africa. ","","","",1);backgrounds[1196196]=new photo(1196196,"171190","","gallery","The Fountains copy.jpg",391,600,"The Fountains.",1,1,"Another image from the South Bank. The Festival hall renovation is now complete. It has new features this being one of them, new fountains. A feature that is popular in London. Contr'e jour lighting.","","Maggie Tear.","South Bank, Festival Hall, London, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1216373]=new photo(1216373,"73384","","gallery","The Hut web page. copy.jpg",600,382,"The Hut.",1,1,"Taken in Finland, the hunters huts are scattered about the forests. They have this abandoned feel to them. Isolated with the forest backdrop. I have converted the original to infra red using P/S. Makes the image glow.","","Ron Tear.","Near Oluo, Finland,  Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[1229928]=new photo(1229928,"171190","","gallery","Deckchairs, ST Jameses.jpg",600,363,"Deckchairs, backlit.",1,1,'These deckchairs were out for the " Toure de France " recently held in London. Over 1 Million people came out to watch the time trials and caravan. This was taken late on with the setting sun illuminating the deckchairs. Creative light.',"","Ron Tear.","St James Park, London, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1229967]=new photo(1229967,"171190","","gallery","Cityscape web page..jpg",391,600,"Graffiti.",1,1,"So much part of our cities these days. Expression on the blank canvas of a wall or similar surface. I liked what this said, how often are we told where the best position is to take an image. Not for us photographers.","","Ron Tear.","Wall, East London, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1230290]=new photo(1230290,"26958","","gallery"," Escape route web page..jpg",600,392,"Escape Route.",1,1,"There are plenty of photographic exhibitions in London. This particular one focused on mans ability to inflict injustice upon societies. This image taken in South Africa with the policeman and dog after someone struck a chord. The staircase felt like the escape route. Juxtposition of images and other aspects.","","Ron Tear.","Oxo Square, South Bank, London, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1230366]=new photo(1230366,"26958","","gallery","WINSKILL STONES 2 web page  mono copy.jpg",600,326,"Winskill Stones.",1,1,"Converted the colour image to sudeo infra red. Not a patch on the darkroom/photographers use to be able to do. A PS job, but I liked the effect.","","Ron Tear.","Winskill Sones, North Yorkshire, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1257704]=new photo(1257704,"73384","","gallery","Cribyn copy.jpg",500,319,"Cribyn.",1,1,"The Brecon Beacons are where the specialists of the army train. Lack of landmarks and barren hills makes this an inhospitable terrain. In snow and winter conditions these 2000ft plus hills must not be underestimated.","","Ron Tear","Brecon Beacons, Cribyn, Sth Wales, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1300878]=new photo(1300878,"209662","","gallery","Breithorn Swiss Alpes.jpg",600,392,"Breithorn, Swiss Alps.",1,1,"The Kliene Matterhorn is one of the hightest cable cars in Europe. Arriving at the summit at 13,000 ft required slight alttitude adjustment. The view was outstanding. France towards Mont Blanc and Italy clearly visible. The Breithorn was majestic, snow covered and climbers on it's flanks. A day not to forget.","","Ron Tear.","Zermatt, Switzerland, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[1307167]=new photo(1307167,"26958","","gallery","Drivers Beware !  web page copy.jpg",500,311,"Drivers Beware !",1,1,"Taken in the car park of a cafe that served delicious cream tea's in the village of Kimmeridge. Dorset is the home of the Royal Tank Corp, this warning should be heeded. Made me smile !","","Ron Tear.","Kimmeridge village, Dorset, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1341324]=new photo(1341324,"165403","","gallery","Colour of Africa web page .jpg",600,206,"Colour of Africa.",1,1,"The early dawn light in Botswana, a combination of moisture and warmth have this wonderful effect. The small herd of Kudu females enough to set the scene. The alert central deer had noticed us,they melted into the woodland.","","Ron Tear.","Vumbura camp, Moremi Game Reserve, Botswana, Africa","","","",1);backgrounds[1362647]=new photo(1362647,"25261","","gallery","On Duty.jpg",400,600,"On Duty.",1,1,'Taken at the " Toure de France " time trials held in London in June. One of numerous police on the streets. An image of concentration, doing the job. ',"","Ron Tear.","Bird cage Walk, London, uk.","","","",1);backgrounds[1362694]=new photo(1362694,"171190","","gallery","Colour me London.jpg",325,500,"Colour me London.",1,1,"Spotted at Camden Market, this collection of bags/T shirts bursting with colour. Sums up the vibrancy of these locations. An image of Jimi, one of the greats.","","Ron Tear.","Camden Market, London, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1362712]=new photo(1362712,"26958","","gallery","Lit copy.jpg",600,400,"Lit.",1,1,'Light glancing this Plane tree trunk. These tree\'s have this patterned bark, the light enhancing this. Taken whilst queing for " Casa Mila " Barcelona.',"","Ron Tear."," Casa Mila, Barcelona, Spain, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[1362737]=new photo(1362737,"171190","","gallery","Shadows1.jpg",382,600,"Shadows",1,1,"From the Haywood Gallery looking into the square below this scene presented itself. Attracted initially by the shadows of the lights, waited for the figures to complete the scene.","","Ron Tear.","Haywood Gallery, Sth Bank, London, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1460765]=new photo(1460765,"73384","","gallery","Grand Central jouney copy 3.jpg",397,600,"Grand Central Journey.",1,0,"Another image of this hallowed location. Using the available east light streaming through the windows. Waited for the right person to pass, this guy complete with suitcase fitted the bill perfectly.","","Ron Tear.","Grand Central Station, New York, USA.","","","",1);backgrounds[1476689]=new photo(1476689,"26958","","gallery","Picnic Area..jpg",307,500,"Picnic area.",1,0,"Noticed the stenciled logo on a wall in east London. Took an immediate image as Maggie was about looking for simular work. It was the deposit on the floor that made me laugh. Dog or fox ?","","Ron Tear.","Bethnal Green, East London, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1476877]=new photo(1476877,"73384","","gallery","Wyn..jpg",600,512,"Wyn.",1,0,"Another portrait of Maggies mum. Caught in a reflective mood, window lit.","","Ron Tear.","Front room, Loughton, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1506751]=new photo(1506751,"103485","","gallery","Kyak 5.jpg",397,600,"Kayak on the Thames.",1,0,"Whilst wandering the Thames path near Henley discovered seven of these guys negotiating a wier. Weather was overcast so kept the highlights to a minimum. Plenty of white water due to recent heavy rain.","","Ron Tear.","River Thames, Henley, Buckinghamshire, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1506800]=new photo(1506800,"103485","","gallery","Kyak 2 copy.jpg",600,380,"In the white water.",1,0,"Another image from the same day as previous. Only this time went in tight,accentuating the power of water.","","Ron Tear.","River Thames, Henley, Buckinghamshire, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1512705]=new photo(1512705,"103485","","gallery","Kyak 3 copy.jpg",600,381,"Going under.",1,0,"Another from the same location as the previous images. This kayaker about to descend into the malstrom. He did survive, testing their skills.","","Ron Tear.","Henley, Buckinghamshire, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1527955]=new photo(1527955,"25261","","gallery","Love.jpg",600,395,"Love.",1,0,"Taken at the Haywood gallery, this scene of affection in the warm sun. People enjoying themselves relaxing, photographers on the lookout. Harmony in the chaos of life today.","","Ron Tear.","London, Haywood Gallery, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1537735]=new photo(1537735,"103485","","gallery","Kyak 8.jpg",393,600,"Resurfacing.",1,0,"More from Henley. Fantastic conditions.","","Ron Tear.","Henley, River Thames, Buckinghamshire, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1538622]=new photo(1538622,"209648","","gallery","Alpine Autumn..jpg",600,405,"Alpine Autumn.",1,0,"Taken between the border of the French and Swiss alps. The shepherds hut attracted me along with the winding track. The colours of the Fall add that expressive content.","","Ron Tear","Border Swiss and French Alps. Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[1538647]=new photo(1538647,"25261","","gallery","Children of Estonia..jpg",600,436,"Children of Estonia.",1,0,"A moment of fun, these children were sliding down this embankment causing the ice to form. Spontaneous image.","","Ron Tear.","Hapsalu, Finland, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[1546171]=new photo(1546171,"201163","","gallery","Finnish Dusk..jpg",600,284,"Finnish Dusk.",1,0,"Somewhere between Oulu and Kousamo this scene presented itself. Cold -32 sunset spectacular!","","Ron Tear.","Oulu and central Finland, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[1546193]=new photo(1546193,"199737","","gallery","Stamina copy.jpg",384,600,"Stamina.",1,0,"Not a creative image in te true sense, perhaps from the sculptures perspective ! Part of the Karma Sutra carvings that surround one temple in Khajuuraho in Madhya Pradesh India. A group of stunning temples, a world heritage site.","","Ron Tear.","Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh, India.","","","",1);backgrounds[1559177]=new photo(1559177,"209662","","gallery","Matterhorn View..jpg",600,292,"Matterhorn View.",1,0,"Taken from the village of Findeln near Zermatt. The typical alpine dwellings as a foreground give a sense of place to the scene. The Matterhorn above all else. ","","Ron Tear."," Findeln, Zermatt, Switzerland, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[1572525]=new photo(1572525,"209662","","gallery","Above all..jpg",600,290,"Above All.",1,0,"Another in the series of images of this stunning mountain. Taken whilst on an ice field walk above Zermatt.","","Ron Tear.","Snowfield above Zermatt, 11,000ft, Switzerland, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[1572531]=new photo(1572531,"25329","","gallery","Steaming..jpg",600,399,"Steaming.",1,0,"Black Prince, awaiting the signal to depart from Leicester on the Great Central Railway. Atmospheric steam.","","Ron Tear.","Great Central Railway, Leicester, Leicestershire, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1572534]=new photo(1572534,"26958","","gallery","What legs !.jpg",600,393,"What Legs !",1,0,"Another of the Gormley installations in London. I have focused on the attention on the billboard about Carmen and left the figure o.o.f.","","Ron Tear.","Waterloo Bridge, London, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1601175]=new photo(1601175,"209648","","gallery","Alpen glow..jpg",600,395,"Alpen glow",1,0,"From our hotel in Les Houches the high Alps backed onto it. Every evening before we went to dinner I observed the sunset. This was one of the best. A real Alpen glow, the Aquile Du Midi is on the far left. A moment to savour.","","Ron Tear.","Les Houches, Chamonix, France, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[1601214]=new photo(1601214,"209662","","gallery","Christmas card..jpg",388,600,"Lone Spruce.",1,0,"Noticed this lone Spruce as we decended a high path near Zermatt. It was the light and shadows that drew me. This would make an ideal Christmas card, I think !","","Ron Tear.","Near Zermatt, Approx 10,000 ft, Alpine flora.","","","",1);backgrounds[1620829]=new photo(1620829,"103485","","gallery","Kayak  26.jpg",600,397,"White water.",1,0,"More of the same, kayak in the flow. I am trying to convey the fury of water. I am fascinated by our desire to enter this world, pitting our wits. Apparently at least two people die each year doing this sport.","","Ron Tear","River Thames, Henley, Buckinghamshire, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1627695]=new photo(1627695,"25261","","gallery","Station Master 2 .jpg",600,443,"Station Master.",1,0,"Taken at Bridgenorth on the Severn Valley Railway. This gentleman was about to send off this train, in fog that added to the atmosphere. As usual a great day was had by us.","","Ron Tear","Bridgenorth,Severn Valley Railway,Shropshire, UK","","","",1);backgrounds[1661559]=new photo(1661559,"209648","","gallery","Alpine ascent..jpg",600,360,"Alpine Ascent.",1,0,"The Aiquille Du Midi, one of the highest cable car stations in the Alps. The view towards Switzerland is breathtaking. Add to this skiers on a ridge perfection. This scene at 12,000ft phenomonal.<br>\r\n ","","Ron Tear.","Aquile Du Midi, Chamonix,France,","","","",1);backgrounds[1675719]=new photo(1675719,"103485","","gallery","Kayak 24.jpg",600,396,"Into the flow.",1,0,"More from the kayak sessions, this time more abstract. Getting into the action tight. Showing the power of water and mans attempt to conquer it.","","Ron Tear","Henley, River Thames, Buckinghamshire, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1675981]=new photo(1675981,"74936","","gallery","Torso 2 copy.jpg",438,600,"Torso.",1,0,"Another image exploring light and shape on the human form.","","Ron Tear","Studio.","","","",1);backgrounds[1676009]=new photo(1676009,"209662","","gallery","Matterhorn weather..jpg",405,600,"Matterhorn weather.",1,0,'The Matterhorn as with all high peaks has it\'s own weather pattern. Illustrated here with this cloud chimeny. The  "Hornle hut " is visible to the r/h side. This refuge is the starting place for an ascent of this special peak.',"","Ron Tear.","Zermatt, Switzerland, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[1676027]=new photo(1676027,"26958","","gallery","What a big boy you are..jpg",385,600,"Fun with a Gormley.",1,0,"Took lots of images of his work, but decided to have a bit of picture fun. A passing crowd of Yorkshire ladies found this hilarious !","","Ron Tear.","Waterloo Bridge, London, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1676057]=new photo(1676057,"209648","","gallery","The peak..jpg",395,600,' "Les Drus "',1,0,"One of the many needles in the French Alps, situated above Chamonix. Clear weather and superb light.","","Ron Tear.","Chamonix, French Alps, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[1710280]=new photo(1710280,"103485","","gallery","Kayak  14 psd.jpg",600,396,"Yellow peril.",1,0,"Another kayak from my second visit, more light although contre'jour. Loved the way the light picks up the droplets of water.","","Ron Tear.","Henley, River Thames, Buckinghamshire, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1710839]=new photo(1710839,"199737","","gallery","Every day India..jpg",600,388,"Every day India.",1,0,"Spotted this person taking time out in Khajuraho. Just watching the world go by. I liked the juxtposition of him and the street scene. Even the dog has time to scratch in the road !","","Ron Tear.","Khajuraho, n/e India,","","","",1);backgrounds[1710850]=new photo(1710850,"73384","","gallery","Finland Snow..jpg",600,326,"Finland snow.",1,0,"Here in Finland winter can be a very cold season. -32 and the combination of snow and hoar frost results in incredible tree sculptures. They resemble a frozen army, too much to resist!","","Ron Tear.","Finland, inner region.","","","",1);backgrounds[1710852]=new photo(1710852,"209648","","gallery","Aquille Sunset..jpg",400,600,"Aquille sunset.",1,0,"The Aquille as seen from Chamonix. As the sunset turned to afterglow this peak stood out in silhouette. Magic of the mountains. ","","Ron Tear.","Chamonix, French Alps, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[1710863]=new photo(1710863,"171190","","gallery","Battle of Britain..jpg",385,600,"Battle for Britain.",1,0,"A section out of the memorial bronze mural ( 3d )on the north bank near Westminster bridge. An evocative piece of art.","","Ron Tear.","Nrth Bank, Westminster, London, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1710868]=new photo(1710868,"209648","","gallery","On the slope..jpg",600,274,"On the ridge.",1,0,"These skiers on their way up to the Aquille Du Midi cable car after a jaunt on the Vallee Blanche. No mean feat to say the least.","","Ron Tear.","Aquile Du Midi, Chamonix,France,","","","",1);backgrounds[1711416]=new photo(1711416,"103485","","gallery","Kayak  12.jpg",600,384,"Keeping Afloat",1,0,"More of the same from my second visit. Couldn't get enough of these. Superb sports.","","Ron Tear.","Henley, River Thames, Buckinghamshire, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1713556]=new photo(1713556,"103485","","gallery","Kayak  13 psd.jpg",442,600,"Nearly Under",1,0,"Another instant from my second visit courteousy of the Chalfont Park Canoe club. Willing bunch of guys and gals. ","","Ron Tear.","Henley, River Thames, Buckinghamshire, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1722374]=new photo(1722374,"74936","","gallery","Shower time..jpg",296,600,"Shower time.",1,0,"Intimate view of an everyday occurance. Taken in an outside shower in Botswana. Location shoot.","","Ron Tear.","Botswana, Sth Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[1722417]=new photo(1722417,"25329","","gallery","Steam Yard..jpg",600,387,"Steam yard. Ropley.",1,0,"At the start of the day. Steam engines moving out of the yard preparing for the days events. As if in a time past","","Ron Tear.","Ropley, Watercress Line, Hampshire","","","",1);backgrounds[1722471]=new photo(1722471,"25329","","gallery","Steam Shed..jpg",600,384,"Steam Shed, Loughborough.",1,0,"Taken in the atmospheric shed where work was in hand. Again atmosphere of steam never fails to appeal. ","","Ron Tear.","Great Central Railway, Loughborough, Leicestershire UK","","","",1);backgrounds[1737271]=new photo(1737271,"171190","","gallery","Moore at Kew..jpg",394,600,"Moore at Kew",1,0,"Henry Moore sculptures are on display in Kew gardens. A combination of selective composition and low winter light has resulted in an abstract mood to this sculpture. We had a great day exploring these sculptures. More to come !","","Ron Tear.","Kew Gardens, Richmond upon Thames, London, UK","","","",1);backgrounds[1737280]=new photo(1737280,"25329","","gallery","Bullied Steam..jpg",403,600,"Bullied Steam.",1,0,"A Bullied class steam engine approaching Horstead Keynes station on the Bluebell line East Sussex. A day of fog, steam and atmosphere.","","Ron Tear.","Horstead Keynes, Bluebell Railway, East Sussex.","","","",1);backgrounds[1743846]=new photo(1743846,"171190","","gallery","Moore at Kew 3.jpg",600,388,"Moore at Kew",1,0,"Another image from the Henry Moore exhibition at Kew gardens. Superb photographic subject matter in the right light. ","","Ron Tear.","Kew Gardens, Richmond upon Thames, London, UK","","","",1);backgrounds[1746581]=new photo(1746581,"25329","","gallery","Steam day mono.jpg",600,391,"Steam Day.",1,0,"From our visit to the Bluebell line. Early morning in the fog. ","","Ron Tear.","Bluebell Line, Sheffield Park, East Sussex. UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1763446]=new photo(1763446,"171190","","gallery","Moore at Kew 5 copy.jpg",600,393,"Moore at Kew.",1,0,"Another image isolating light and shape. A veritable goldmine of images with these sculptures and the right light. An FRPS maybe ?","","Ron Tear","Kew Gardens, Richmond upon Thames, London, UK","","","",1);backgrounds[1778634]=new photo(1778634,"25329","","gallery","Steam engine detail..jpg",600,391,"Steam engine Detail.",1,0,"Part of the wooden/iron cab of the Victorian steam engine at the Bluebell line. Concentrated on the different textures.","","Ron Tear.","Bluebell Line, Horstead Keynes, East Sussex. UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1778640]=new photo(1778640,"165403","","gallery","african kids copy.jpg",441,600,"Saadani children.",1,0,"These two followd us around the settlement us Saadani, on the Eastern coast of Tanzania. I took the opportunity to grab this one image of African innocence. Such a beautiful location, some times visited by Lions ! ","","Ron Tear.","Sadani, n/e Tanzania  Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[1778651]=new photo(1778651,"103485","","gallery","Battleing Hard..jpg",600,394,"Battling Hard.",1,0,"From the series taken on the Thames near Henley. ","","Ron Tear","River Thames, Henley, Buckinghamshire, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1778670]=new photo(1778670,"25261","","gallery","Feminine touch..jpg",600,405,"Feminine Touch.",1,0,"Taken at the 40's weekend at Bridgenorth, Severn Valley Railway. The juxtposition of all this footwear, the female legs and shoes a gentile relief.","","Ron Tear","Severn Valley Railway, Bridgenorth, Shropshire, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1778694]=new photo(1778694,"25329","","gallery","Fog.2.jpg",600,402,"Out of the fog.",1,0,"Bluebell Railway during the Santa specials weekend. It was atmospheric due to both steam and fog. This Southern engine emerging out of this scene as it approached the station. In mono to try and capture the era of steam.","","Ron Tear","Bluebell Line, Horstead Keynes, East Sussex. UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1778712]=new photo(1778712,"25329","","gallery","Inside the cab..jpg",600,392,"Inside the Cab.",1,0,"Whilst being shown around the premises by the education officer of this railway. Extremely friendly and co-opperative, was invited onto the footplate for a journey out and back into the station. Opportunity for some special images of the driver at work. Can't rate the visit high enough ! Superb day.","","Ron Tear.","Bluebell Line, Sheffield Park, East Sussex. UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1782535]=new photo(1782535,"25329","","gallery","British Rail..jpg",600,399,"British Rail.",1,0,"Taken at the Bluebell line recently. The fog and engine help create the past. Very much the 50's on Southern Rail.","","Ron Tear.","Sheffield Park, Bluebell railway. East Sussex, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1785408]=new photo(1785408,"25329","","gallery","British Rail1.jpg",600,399,"British Rail.",1,0,"Taken at the Bluebell line, nostalgic scene of a bygone age. Recreated by enthusiasts and supported by us. Enchanting.","","Ron Tear.","Bluebell Line, Sheffield Park, East Sussex. UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1785417]=new photo(1785417,"25329","","gallery","Waiting psd.jpg",600,395,"Waiting.",1,0,"Bluebell line at Sheffield Park, at the start of the days events. Fog and stram, irresistable combination.","","Ron Tear","Bluebell Line, Sheffield Park, East Sussex. UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1787060]=new photo(1787060,"25329","","gallery","Steam night.jpg",600,398,"Steam at Night",1,0,"Taken at Loughborough on the Great Central Railway. Access to the sheds and the accompaning engines after a steam gala always worth a visit. Just be aware that the engines are moving !","","Ron Tear","Loughborough, Leicestershire, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1804938]=new photo(1804938,"103485","","gallery","In the thick of it..jpg",394,600,"In the thick of it.",1,0,"Another image from the Thames visit. Going in close to take almost abstract image. The hand is sharp, the rest in a volume of water.","","Ron Tear.","Henley, River Thames, Buckinghamshire, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1834675]=new photo(1834675,"171190","","gallery","Damp Kew..jpg",422,600,"Damp Kew.",1,0,"Another image from Kew. Can be so productive in low winter light. Waited for a figure to enter the Palm House. Low light and condensation does the rest.","","Ron Tear","Kew Gardens, Richmond upon Thames, London, UK","","","",1);backgrounds[1834715]=new photo(1834715,"25329","","gallery","Fenchurch and Stepney..jpg",600,396,"Fenchurch and Stepney.",1,0,"Taken in the yard during the start of the day, these two ancient steam engines were together. A photo opportunity not to be missed along with some atmospheric fog.","","Ron Tear","Sheffield Park, Bluebell railway. East Sussex, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1834727]=new photo(1834727,"26958","","gallery","Inferno.jpg",600,399,"Inferno.",1,0,"Looking into the Palm House at Kew. The setting sun producing an inner glow, the fire inside. Combination of condensation and sunset.","","Ron Tear","Kew Gardens, Richmond upon Thames, London, UK","","","",1);backgrounds[1874408]=new photo(1874408,"25261","","gallery","Blimey 2 copy.jpg",289,600,'" Blimey "',1,0,"Taken on Waterloo Bridge of the Gormley instalation figures. Loved these kids reaction to seeing these for the first time. Inquisitive !","","Ron Tear","Waterloo Bridge, London, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1893961]=new photo(1893961,"25329","","gallery","Meeting.jpg",600,466,"Fog Bound.",1,0,"This visit to the Bluebell railway proved very productive. The figures add to the story.","","Ron Tear","Bluebell Line, Sheffield Park, East Sussex. UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1894010]=new photo(1894010,"165403","","gallery","Kirks Red..jpg",600,397,"Kirks Red Colobus",1,0,"Taken in Zanzibar, the stronghold of this species. Found only in the Jazani forest, their numbers have increased but are still endangered.","","Ron Tear","Jazani Forest, Zanzibar, Tanzania, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[1894036]=new photo(1894036,"26958","","gallery","Red Hat.jpg",600,394,"Red Hat.",1,0,"At a 40's weekend all the flair and chic of that era were on view. This wide brimmed hat caught my attension.","","Ron Tear","Severn Valley Railway, Bridgenorth, Shropshire, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1945603]=new photo(1945603,"26958","","gallery","Dress sense..jpg",600,395,"Dress sense.",1,0,"A row of mannequins found in Camden Town, liked the line up and colour. Eaveryday scene in London.","","Ron Tear","Camden Town, London, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1945612]=new photo(1945612,"25329","","gallery","First light.jpg",383,600,"First Light.",1,0,' "Stepney" taken at first light on the Bluebell Line. Taking up position over the pit.',"","Ron Tear","Bluebell Line, Sheffield Park, East Sussex. UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1945641]=new photo(1945641,"165403","","gallery","Waterbuck pair..jpg",600,289,"Waterbuck Pair.",1,0,"Saadani is a relatively new reserve. Most of the wildlife had been poached, so a re-introduction programe was started. This species has adapted well and are a common sight, but to have a male and female in the same instant a bonus. Have entered this image into Wildlife Photographer of the Year.","","Ron Tear","Saadani, n/e Tanzania","","","",1);backgrounds[1984568]=new photo(1984568,"26958","","gallery","Icescream Van..jpg",600,392,"I scream Van.",1,0,"Spotted this on the South Bank during Mayors Day. This converted but still intact ice cream van. It was a mobile drama workshop for kids, great entertainment. Photographically too.","","Ron Tear","South Embankment, London, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1984642]=new photo(1984642,"103485","","gallery","Kayaker in flow..jpg",600,392,"Kayaker.",1,0,"Another image from my visit to the River Thames. This taken on the panoramic XPan.","","Ron Tear","River Thames, Henley, Buckinghamshire, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1984716]=new photo(1984716,"171961","","gallery","Jeff Koons puppy.jpg",600,447,'Jeff Koons " Puppy "',1,0,"This marvelous sculpture sits outside the Guggenheim Museum, Bilbao. This aws a living structure with birds nesting in it ! A splash of vibrant colour against the Titanium backdrop.","","Ron Tear","Guggenheim Museum, Bilbao, Nrth Spain, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[2011284]=new photo(2011284,"25261","","gallery","Getting an eyeful..jpg",392,600,"Getting an eyeful.",1,0,"During Mayors Day on the Sth Bank, London. Street entertainment, candid heaven.","","Ron Tear","London South Bank, Bermondsy. London, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[2017769]=new photo(2017769,"25329","","gallery","Ready to move.jpg",600,399,"Ready to move.",1,0,"Becoming one of my favorite steam locations, The Bluebell Line. From the same fog bound day as some of my images. The driver leaning out of the cab with a roll he was eating! Waiting for the signal.","","Ron Tear","Bluebell Line, Sheffield Park, East Sussex. UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[2017812]=new photo(2017812,"171190","","gallery","Observing.jpg",600,396,"Observing",1,0,'Outdoor photographic exhibitions are popular, this one on the Sth Bank London. It featured images by Tom Stoddart," i Witness ". I took a lot with this type of juxtposition, the images had even more meaning with this observation.',"","Ron Tear","Sth Bank, London, City Hall. UK. ","","","",1);backgrounds[2017831]=new photo(2017831,"171190","","gallery","Moore at Kew 9.jpg",430,600,"Moore at Kew.",1,0,"Taken with a fish eye lens, adds a certain drama to this curvaceous piece.","","Ron Tear","Kew Gardens, Richmond upon Thames, London, UK","","","",1);backgrounds[2017852]=new photo(2017852,"165403","","gallery","Okovango Delta..jpg",600,383,"Okavango Delta.",1,0,"This inland delta is unique in flora and fauna. A view from our Mokoro at almost water level. Oasis for Hippo and Crocodile, both of which we encountered.","","Ron Tear","Okavango Delta, Botswana, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[2017911]=new photo(2017911,"25261","","gallery","Sleeping beauties.jpg",600,398,"Sleeping Beauties.",1,0,"Embraced in each others arms, love. Taken in Hyde Park, the low light added to the scene.","","Ron Tear","Hyde Park, London, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[2017963]=new photo(2017963,"","","","Pink Sands..jpg",600,351,"Pink Sands.",1,0,"Harbour Island, idylic Bahamas. The beach to yourself and warm sea's. Perfect to chill out !","","Ron Tear","Harbour Island, Bahamas,","","","",1);backgrounds[2053648]=new photo(2053648,"209648","","gallery","First light..jpg",600,288,"First Light.",1,0,"Staying Les Houch, every morning we had a privilaged view from our hotel sun deck. The sun cresting the mountain ridge producing this effect. Beautiful.","","Ron Tear.","Les Houches, Chamonix, French Alps, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[2053701]=new photo(2053701,"171190","","gallery","Fun of the Fair..jpg",391,600,"Fun of the fair.",1,0,"Carousel on the Sth Bank London during the Christmas period. The reflection and motion captured my eye. ","","Ron Tear.","Sth Bank, London eye, London. UK. ","","","",1);backgrounds[2053711]=new photo(2053711,"26958","","gallery","Ski Sunday.jpg",600,435,"Ski Sunday.",1,0,"Zermatt station and the train to the Gornegrat. A purely creative image utilising colour and shape. ","","Ron Tear.","Zermatt, Switzerland, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[2053717]=new photo(2053717,"74936","","gallery","Tattooed 2.jpg",600,286,"Tattooed.",1,0,"Common in world tribes, so why not in the Western world. A mark of distinction.","","Ron Tear","Western Ilse, N/W Scotland.","","","",1);backgrounds[2053719]=new photo(2053719,"25329","","gallery","The Tunnel..jpg",600,378,"The Tunnel.",1,0,"Between the platforms of Horstead Keynes on the Bluebell line. A must to change platforms, great advertising metal posters.","","Ron Tear.","Bluebell Line, Horstead Keynes, East Sussex. UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[2053767]=new photo(2053767,"199737","","gallery","Tiger in waiting copy.jpg",600,290,"Tiger in waiting.",1,0,"This Bengal Tiger was observing these Chittal Deer as a potential meal. Alert to their movements when they started to wander towards this animal. They kept their distance aware of the potential threat. The Tiger at one time rolled onto it's back with paws in the air!","","Ron Tear.","Bandhavgargh Nat Pk India","","","",1);backgrounds[2056473]=new photo(2056473,"209662","","gallery","Shadows copy.jpg",361,578,"Shadows",1,0,"On one of the paths that were open near the Matterhorn. Plenty of woodland and snow. Shadows for the taking.","","Ron Tear.","Zermatt, Switzerland, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[2057016]=new photo(2057016,"209662","","gallery","Under the Matterhorn..jpg",600,289,"Under the Matterhorn.",1,0,"Resting in the Stafelalp mountain hut 6,000ft this is the scene before you. Magnificent only just sums this up. Mountain air and a beer !","","Ron Tear.","Stafelalp mountain hut, Switzerland, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[2057075]=new photo(2057075,"209662","","gallery","Matterhorn..jpg",304,600,"Matterhorn Fluhalp.",1,0,"The white wilderness of this part of the Swiss Alps is impressive. There are rest huts along the way to replenish the skier and the walker.","","Ron Tear.","Fluhalp, 7,000 ft, Swiss Alps, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[2061532]=new photo(2061532,"209662","","gallery","High winds..jpg",600,395,"High Winds.",1,0,"On the way to Fluhalp, this scene appeared. The winds at 12,000 ft whipping up the recent snow. Creating this mystical landscape. Wonder of the mountains.","","Ron Tear.","Fluhalp, 7,000 ft, Swiss Alps, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[2086777]=new photo(2086777,"209648","","gallery","Smokey mountain..jpg",600,389,"Smokey mountain.",1,0,'" Les Drus ", a peak on the Aquille needles. It has a cloud formation that resembled smoke from a chimney stack. Irresistable !',"","Ron Tear.","French Alps, Chamonix. Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[2109923]=new photo(2109923,"209662","","gallery","Glimpse of a mountain..jpg",393,600,"Glimpse of the moutain.",1,0,"Always mysterious are the mountain areas. Climbing and walking in them is an experience like nothing else. To glimpse sights of peaks as they appear out of the cloudscape, pure joy.","","Ron Tear","Swiss Alps, Zermatt.","","","",1);backgrounds[2115316]=new photo(2115316,"171190","","gallery","London town fog..jpg",600,385,"London Fog.",1,0,"Not often do we get fog in London. I was on jury service and went to the Millenium bridge early to take scenes of the Thames.","","Ron Tear","London,Between the Tate Modern, St Pauls","","","",1);backgrounds[2599468]=new photo(2599468,"171190","","gallery","To have and have not.1.jpg",600,293,'" To have and have not "',1,0,'Taken at the Tom Stoddart open air " i WITNESS " exhibition on the South Bank in London. It was the juxtposition of the two main elements that worked perfectly together. I waited for the elements to come together. I did notice Tom was doing the same at one stage !',"","Ron Tear.","South Bank, London, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[2600074]=new photo(2600074,"172222","","gallery","Tallin light..jpg",600,296,"Tallinn Light.",1,0,"Using early morning winter light a favorite of photographers. This accentuates the cold mood to this scene. The particles of ice coming from the windscreen and the exhaust add to the mood.","","Ron Tear","Tallinn,Estonia, Europe","","","",1);backgrounds[2600188]=new photo(2600188,"165403","","gallery","Lioness 2.jpg",600,301,"Lioness, Ruaha Nt Pk Tanzania.",1,0,"This lone Lioness may have had cubs somewhere nearby. No pride was found in this location. It was the dappled light that attracted me also.","","Ron Tear.","Ruaha Nat Pk, Tanzania","","","",1);backgrounds[2601788]=new photo(2601788,"165403","","gallery","Buffalo dust.jpg",600,199,"Buffalo Dust.",1,0,"Cape buffalo on the move in Botswana. Large herds for protection form clouds of dust on the dry earth. Here I have just selected part of this mass movement.","","Ron Tear","Chobe Nat Pk Botswana","","","",1);backgrounds[2601809]=new photo(2601809,"165403","","gallery","Aardwolf.jpg",600,215,"Aardwolf.",1,0,"This nocturnal termite eater was just returning to it's underground den. Caught in the contr'e jour light a very rare sight indeed.","","Ron Tear","Kwando, Botswana","","","",1);backgrounds[2601856]=new photo(2601856,"165403","","gallery","Painted Wolf..jpg",600,282,"Painted Wolf ( Alpha Male.)",1,0,"A very privileged sighting of a pack of Painted wolfs in Botswana. This the Alpha male, the keeper of the pack.","","Ron Tear","Kwando reserve, Botswana, Africa,","","","",1);backgrounds[2603457]=new photo(2603457,"165403","","gallery","Girrafe sunset.jpg",600,286,"Girrafe Sunset.",1,0,"One of those shots that is a must have. This is a nearly there, the Girrafe nearly lined up. It does for me sum up an African experience.","","Ron Tear","Selous Reserve, Tanzania, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[2603490]=new photo(2603490,"165403","","gallery","On Gaurd.jpg",600,246,"On guard.",1,0,"Cape Buffalo, wonderful herbivours. Favorite of Lion, hunters and me. They herd together and form a threatening obsticle. One to be respected !","","Ron Tear","Chobe Nat Pk Botswana","","","",1);backgrounds[2616112]=new photo(2616112,"165403","","gallery","African light 2.jpg",600,286,"African Dawn Tsebe.",1,0,"Dawn in Africa is an amazing time, after the predators have curtailed their hunting. The quiet of dawn broken by birdsong and herbivours feel safe. This Tsebe/ Topi of the Hartebeests family caught in early light of a Botswana dawn.","","Ron Tear","Chobe Nat Pk Botswana","","","",1);backgrounds[2620829]=new photo(2620829,"165403","","gallery","African Spurfowl..jpg",600,381,"African Lookout.",1,0,"The landscape of Africa is so diverse. Here in Tarangire National Pk it is peppered with termite mounds and Baobab trees. In this instance a Yellow necked Spurfowl is surveying the scene. For me so African !","","Ron Tear","Tarangire Nt Pk, Tanzania, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[2620867]=new photo(2620867,"165403","","gallery","Baobabs.jpg",389,600,"Baobabs.",1,0,"The symbol of giants, the Baobab. Ancient trees grow in Tarangire, a evalation and a 400mm lens has compressed the view. These two symbols of age close together in a sea of deciduous woodland.","","Ron Tear","Tarangire Nt Pk, Tanzania, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[2620883]=new photo(2620883,"165403","","gallery","Dust bathing.jpg",600,424,"Dust bathing.",1,0,"After a good feed and drink in the Sahale swamp, these elephants liked nothing more that a dust bath. The soil being red made them even more attractive to see. Coloured the landscape.","","Ron Tear","Tarangire Nt Pk, Tanzania, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[2629197]=new photo(2629197,"165403","","gallery","Hyena..jpg",600,385,"Hyena.",1,0,"This Hyena was gaurding the den site. It may have ben a female, but when it moved into the light the scene came alive. Never saw the cubs.","","Ron Tear","Selous Reserve, Tanzania, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[2629202]=new photo(2629202,"165403","","gallery","Flight impression..jpg",600,391,"Flight impression.",1,0,"Abush fire was burning fiecely near Olivers Camp. Cattle Egrets, Lilac breasted Rollers, Starlings and various other insect eating birds were making the most of this bounty. Using the heat haze as a diffuser took a series of images of this rare scene.","","Ron Tear","Taragire Nt Pk, Tanzania, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[2629205]=new photo(2629205,"165403","","gallery","Lookout ( little bee eater ).jpg",600,293,"Lookout.",1,0,"Another from the Little Bee Eater set. This image with the bird facing in, waiting for it's mate.","","Ron Tear","Kwando reserve, Botswana, Africa,","","","",1);backgrounds[2629222]=new photo(2629222,"165403","","gallery","All in a line..jpg",600,285,"All in a line.",1,0,"A line of Elephants in the Sahale swamp, I thought they mimicked the mountains beyond.","","Ron Tear","Tarangire Nt Pk, Tanzania, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[2629960]=new photo(2629960,"165403","","gallery","Meeting1.jpg",600,401,"Meeting.",1,0,"Another Zebra image,this group were huddled together. Behaviour I have not witnessed before, love the way they put their heads on each others backs !","","Ron Tear","Tarangire Nt Pk, Tanzania, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[2629961]=new photo(2629961,"165403","","gallery","Together..jpg",600,424,"Together.",1,0,"More Zebra's, just so photogenic in these poses.","","Ron Tear.","Taragire Nt Pk, Tanzania, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[2633153]=new photo(2633153,"165403","","gallery","Elephant bliss..jpg",600,252,"Elephant Bliss.",1,0,"Another from the Sahale swamp, most photogenic with those mountains. The giants feeding and watering in this vast waterfilled landscape. It never dries so there is a constant proccesion of animals slaking their thirst. And a threat of predation.","","Ron Tear","Tarangire Nt Pk, Tanzania, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[2648477]=new photo(2648477,"165403","","gallery","Zebra..jpg",600,319,"Zebra light.",1,0,"This small herd of Burchells caught in the low setting sun. It was their tails and manes that took my eye. African low light the added ingredient, with the dust and fresh greens. Taken in Selous Nt Pk.","","Ron Tear.","Selous Reserve, Tanzania, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[2651662]=new photo(2651662,"165403","","gallery","Beware..jpg",600,394,"Cape Buffalo.",1,0,"As always with these bovine's when threatened, a bull will go to the front. This one was no exception, definately telling all no further.","","Ron Tear.","Tarangire Nt Pk, Tanzania, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[2656518]=new photo(2656518,"165403","","gallery","2 OF A KIND.jpg",600,397,"Two of a kind.",1,0,"Tarangire was full of Zebra at my time of visit. They migrate South into the park because of it's permanent water source. This image is the first of many, zebra's are so photogenic.","","Ron Tear","Tarangire Nt Pk, Tanzania, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[2656524]=new photo(2656524,"165403","","gallery","Another 2 of a kind..jpg",600,390,"Two's company.",1,0,"More gorgeous Zebra, they certainly seem affectionate.","","Ron Tear","Tarangire Nt Pk, Tanzania, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[2659323]=new photo(2659323,"165403","","gallery","Forward..jpg",600,275,"Forward.",1,0,"Zebra's in confident mood.","","Ron Tear","Tarangire Nt Pk, Tanzania, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[2659337]=new photo(2659337,"165403","","gallery","Following a giant..jpg",433,600,"Following a giant.",1,0,"In Tanzania, off roading is not normally allowed. The tracks are soft due to the amount of traffic that uses them. Very suitable for Tarangire's wildlife to use. With a bull Elephant this big it's best to give way.","","Ron Tear","Tarangire Nt Pk, Tanzania, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[2662432]=new photo(2662432,"165403","","gallery","Dik Dik..jpg",600,401,"Kirks Dik Dik.",1,0,"These shy antelope of the bush are elusive. In Tarangire they thrive, normaly seen in pairs I had many opportunities to photograph them,it was the light on this individual that is so attractive.","","Ron Tear","Tarangire Nt Pk, Tanzania, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[2662467]=new photo(2662467,"165403","","gallery","Starfish 1.jpg",600,387,"Starfish, ( Sea Stars )  Indian ocean.",1,0,"Went on a trip to Prison Island, off the coast of Stone Town, Zanzibar. Found these starfish in the shallows, amazing colours from green to red, blue to yellow. Took this image as the tide came in, rippling the water.","","Ron Tear","Prison Island, Zanzibar channel, Indian Ocean.","","","",1);backgrounds[2675383]=new photo(2675383,"165403","","gallery","Dappled Zebra..jpg",600,391,"Dappled Light.",1,0,"In the shade of a accacia thorn bush, these Zebra remain almost invisible to predators. The dappled light enough for them to blend in their surroundings.","","Ron Tear","Tarangire Nt Pk, Tanzania, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[2684665]=new photo(2684665,"165403","","gallery","Artist at work..jpg",600,394,"Artist at work.",1,0,"Stone Town, the hub of Zanzibar. Creative Africa at work, so much talent and colour. A local artist at work, with his own special brand of image. Fantastic.","","Ron Tear","Stone Town, Zanzibar, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[2696640]=new photo(2696640,"165403","","gallery","Decay..jpg",600,395,"Decay.",1,0,"Very much a part of Africa, this Elephant presumebly died of natural causes. It is left to feed scavengers and eventually decay as all the biosphere works into this body mass. It had been dead some time the smell gave it away !","","Ron Tear","Tarangire Nt Pk, Tanzania, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[2704865]=new photo(2704865,"165403","","gallery","Alone..jpg",600,366,"Alone.",1,0,"This lone bull was feeding in the Sahale swamp area, it may have been part of large herd that was grazing in the area. Isolated with the attendant Cattle Egrets searching for disturbed insects.","","Ron Tear","Sahale swamp, Tarangire Nt Pk, Tanzania, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[2704919]=new photo(2704919,"165403","","gallery","Egret lookout..jpg",600,405,"Egret lookout.",1,0,"Cattle Egret are constant companions of the large herbavores, in this case a Cape Buffalo. Disturbing the insects as they graze, the Egrets get a free meal.","","Ron Tear","Tarangire Nt Pk, Tanzania, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[2704963]=new photo(2704963,"170496","","gallery","Kilimanjaro..jpg",600,334,"Kilimanjaro.",1,0,"We were gradually getting closer to Kilimanjaro and this showed the enormity of the challenge we had ahead of us","","Maggie Tear","Kilimanjaro,Tanzania","","","",1);backgrounds[2707514]=new photo(2707514,"165403","","gallery","Baboon perch..jpg",600,287,"Baboon perch.",1,0,"Social Olive Baboons sitting on the bough of a tree. It was the youngster in a totally relaxed pose that caught my eye. The scene beyond of Elephant on the move Africa.","","Ron Tear","Tarangire Nt Pk, Tanzania, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[2707523]=new photo(2707523,"26958","","gallery","Idyllic..jpg",600,352,"Idyllic.",1,0,"A scene of tranquility on South Uist, \\Outer Hebrides. I have applied a pastel filter in the post proccessing. Adding a dreamlike mood to this idyllic scene.","","Ron Tear","South Uist, Outer Hebrides, Scotland, UK","","","",1);backgrounds[2707531]=new photo(2707531,"165403","","gallery","Doors of Stone Town..jpg",600,402,"Doors of Stone Town.",1,0,"With over 1,000 doors of Arab and Indian style, Stone Town is unique. A world heritage site the doors are carved art from hardwoods such as Mahogany. I added a little photographic license using a fish eye lens to distort reality.","","Ron Tear","Stone Town, Zanzibar, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[2707562]=new photo(2707562,"73384","","gallery","3 OF A KIND copy3.jpg",600,281,"Three of a kind",1,0,"Zebra's are the perfect subject for mono wildlife. There are going to be a few examples of converted colour images, processed in photoshop.","","Ron Tear.","Tarangire Nt Pk, Tanzania, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[2707564]=new photo(2707564,"73384","","gallery","Another 2 of a kind copy1.jpg",600,383,"Two of a kind.",1,0,"Zebra's in mono, mini series.","","Ron Tear","Tarangire Nt Pk, Tanzania, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[2707567]=new photo(2707567,"73384","","gallery","Meeting copy 3.jpg",600,398,"Meeting.",1,0,"A mass of stripes, protection.","","Ron Tear","Tarangire Nt Pk, Tanzania, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[2707572]=new photo(2707572,"73384","","gallery","Reassurance copy 3.jpg",600,384,"Reassurance.",1,0,"Behaviour of these wonderful animals, calf seeking attension/reassurance.","","Ron Tear","Tarangire Nt Pk, Tanzania, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[2708423]=new photo(2708423,"165403","","gallery","Girafe..jpg",600,400,"Girrafe",1,0,"Plenty of these in Tarangire, they are so elegant. This group of adults and young browsing on accascia tree. The two adults heads are feeding on the same branch.","","Ron Tear","Tarangire Nt Pk, Tanzania, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[2712489]=new photo(2712489,"165403","","gallery","Family group copy.jpg",600,390,"Family Group.",1,0,"Selective focusing on this family group. Isolated from the main herd of superb Burchells Zebra.","","Ron Tear","Tarangire Nt Pk, Tanzania, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[2712541]=new photo(2712541,"165403","","gallery","Waterbuck..jpg",600,394,"Waterbuck.",1,0,"Tarangire was herbivoure heaven, plenty of Zebra, Elephant, Giraffe and antelope. Waterbuck were not so common, but this lone male was part of a small herd.I do love the target ring, although they are fairly safe from predators. They dont like their fur coat and they can swim !","","Ron Tear.","Tarangire Nt Pk, Tanzania, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[2723565]=new photo(2723565,"171190","","gallery","Guitar town.jpg",384,600,"Guitar Town.",1,0,"Open air exhibition celebrating the Gibson guitar. Fibre glass models decorated and signed by guitar legends. They were on the South Bank outside City hall during last summer. An almost abstract approach to this image.","","Ron Tear","Sth Bank, London, City Hall. UK. ","","","",1);backgrounds[2723744]=new photo(2723744,"165403","","gallery","Inquisitive..jpg",600,397,"Iquisitive.",1,0,"More zebra interaction. Reassurance and bonding between these individuals.","","Ron Tear","Tarangire Nt Pk, Tanzania, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[2723771]=new photo(2723771,"165403","","gallery","For sale..jpg",409,600,"For Sale.",1,0,"In Stone Town there are no restrictions as to whats for sale. These are Monitor lizard skin amongst others, would not be seen in the Western world as they are protected. Here would seem different.","","Ron Tear.","Stone Town, Zanzibar, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[2723798]=new photo(2723798,"171961","","gallery","gugenhiem 1 copy.jpg",600,384,"Guggenheim Steps.",1,0,"The entrance to the famous Guggenheim museum in Bilbao. Viewed from above using the sweep of the stairs to the entrance. A figure adds scale to the scene that other wise would be bare.","","Ron Tear","Guggenheim Museum, Bilbao, Nrth Spain, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[2723829]=new photo(2723829,"165403","","gallery","KIRKS RED COLOBUS ZANZIBAR copy.jpg",397,600,"Kirks Red Colobus.",1,0,"These endangered monkeys found only on Zanzibar are very attractive. Their red coats make instantly recognisable. This individual eating some foliage.","","Ron Tear","Jazani Forest, Zanzibar, Tanzania, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[2723854]=new photo(2723854,"165403","","gallery","Reassurance..jpg",600,390,"Reassurance.",1,0,"More Zebra behaviour.","","Ron Tear.","Tarangire Nt Pk, Tanzania, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[2740029]=new photo(2740029,"171961","","gallery","algorta bilbao copy2.jpg",600,203,"Algora.",1,0,"The working part of Bilbao, here the docks are situated. It is also the location where promenading is the way to enjoy this part of the city. Resturants and a view of the bay with a lighthouse as an attraction. Easily accessed by public transport.","","Ron Tear","Algorta, Bilbao, Nrth Spain, Basque. Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[2740229]=new photo(2740229,"73384","","gallery","ANGEL OF THE NORTH 2 copy.jpg",600,305,"Angel of the North.",1,0,"Antony Gormley's monumental iron work of art. Atribute to the miners of the North East, it stands proudly above Gateshead. It has the wingspan of a Boeing 747 and there is as much underground as above. One of our many talented artists in the UK.","","Ron Tear.","A1, Gateshead, nr Newcastle, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[2740280]=new photo(2740280,"171961","","gallery","bilbao street scene copy 2.jpg",600,441,"After a wedding.",1,0,"It was the colour composition of this scene that attracted me. Very soon after this the woman had been joined by acquaintances.","","Ron Tear.","Bilbao, Spain, Basque, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[2740650]=new photo(2740650,"172222","","gallery","ALEXANDRA NEVSKY BASILICA AT DUSK copy.jpg",600,389,"Alexandra Nevsky, Basilica.",1,0,"This magnificent Russian Orthodox basilica stands in a dominant position above Tallinn. Decorative and ornate, still a centre for the community. Taken at dusk as the front facade was lit with the setting sun.","","Ron Tear","Tallin,Estonia, Europe","","","",1);backgrounds[2741319]=new photo(2741319,"165403","","gallery","Elephant  eating..jpg",600,365,"Elephant at lunch.",1,0,"African Elephant, close up and eating. In the Sahale swamp, plenty of food and water. Both of which Elephant consume vast amounts, as this individual is.","","Ron Tear","Tarangire Nt Pk, Tanzania, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[2742070]=new photo(2742070,"165403","","gallery","Emersons.jpg",600,402,"Emersons.",1,0,"This famous restaurant in Stone Town Zanzibar has eluded us on two occasions. First attempt on our previous visit it was fully booked. This time we booked before we arrived. On gouing to pay our deposit on the day found it to be a building site ! We were allowed justto see the progress, after our disapointment it was some consulation. This can be described as laid back Africa. This image taken with a fish eye lens tries to capture some of the mystic.","","Ron Tear","Stone Town, Zanzibar, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[2742108]=new photo(2742108,"171961","","gallery","gugenhiem 8 louise bourgeoise copy.jpg",600,392,"Louise Bourgeoise Spider.",1,0,"This sculpture tours the world it was recently back in the Tate Modern. It is an iconic piece worthy of it's place. Seen here in front of the Guggenheim lit in an appropiate manner.","","Ron Tear","Bilbao, Spain, Basque, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[2742877]=new photo(2742877,"172222","","gallery","Tramway Line 2 copy.jpg",600,374,"Tramline.",1,0,"Snow and low light a beautiful combination. Here in Tallinn the tramway tracks the foil I required. ","","Ron Tear","Tallinn,Estonia, Europe","","","",1);backgrounds[2743253]=new photo(2743253,"165403","","gallery","Hindquaters..jpg",248,500,"Hindquaters.",1,0,"Patterns of Zebra's are distinctive, even from behind !","","Ron Tear","Tarangire Nt Pk, Tanzania, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[2743346]=new photo(2743346,"171190","","gallery","Lit lamp..jpg",372,600,"Lit Lamp.",1,0,"A street lamp evoking a design of the past. Light and shade with a mysterious figure going about their business.","","Ron Tear","Southwark Bridge stairway, South London, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[2743409]=new photo(2743409,"171190","","gallery","Modern Fog..jpg",600,412,"Modern Fog.",1,0,"Not often do we have fog. I was on jury service at the Old Bailey and went to work early to get images of the Thames. The Tate Modern and Millenium bridge in the foreground. Atmospheric London.","","Ron Tear","London, Sth bank, Tate Modern, Millenium Bridge.","","","",1);backgrounds[2749004]=new photo(2749004,"171190","","gallery","On a wall..jpg",600,403,"On a Wall.",1,0,"Graffiti a fact of life in inner cities, sometimes it's art also. Found this one at Waterloo, bridge area given up to graffiti artists.","","Ron Tear.","London, Sth bank, Waterloo, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[2749248]=new photo(2749248,"73384","","gallery","Symbol of a nation.jpg",600,248,"Symbol of a Nation.",1,0,"The Star of David, symbol of a persecuted nation. This powerful design forging hope for some and not others. In certain parts of the world, one of oppression. This was taken at Terezin, a holding camp during WW11.","","Ron Tear","Terezin, Concentration camp, Czech Republic, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[2749378]=new photo(2749378,"171190","","gallery","Pint of lager and a crisp..jpg",600,388,"Pint of lager and a crisp.",1,0,'Street candid taken on the South bank, London. It was the relaxed atmosphere I was trying to capture. Title inspired by that number "2Pints of lager and a packet of crisps " ',"","Ron Tear","South Bank, London, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[2749404]=new photo(2749404,"171190","","gallery","TAXI BECKHAM copy.jpg",600,454,"Taxi, Beckham.",1,0,"Modern day taxi's advertise to collect extra revenue. They have fascinating designs, on this vehicle a David Beckham with designer glasses. Taken with a fish exaggerating perspective.","","Ron Tear","City of London, London, UK","","","",1);backgrounds[2755343]=new photo(2755343,"171190","","gallery","Torn.1.jpg",600,390,"Torn.",1,0,"Tour de France, observation of the netting surrounding the competitors enclosures.","","Ron Tear.","St James Pk, Birdcage Wlk, London, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[2759728]=new photo(2759728,"165403","","gallery","All eyes.jpg",600,393,"All eyes and ears.",1,0,"This Lioness had just visited a waterhole and had spotted a Giraffe in the vicinity. One of a series of images with this particular individual. She never got her next meal.","","Ron Tear","Tarangire Nt Pk, Tanzania, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[2759759]=new photo(2759759,"171961","","gallery","gugenhiem 4 copy.jpg",322,500,"Prow.",1,0,"Frank Gehry's magnificent Guggenheim museum in Bilbao. One of the undisputed icons of this city, reflective Titanium gives this a textured pattern. Taken to accentuate the design, for me replicating the prow of a vessel.","","Ron Tear.","Bilbao, Spain, Basque, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[2759783]=new photo(2759783,"73384","","gallery","Next meal   2 copy copy.jpg",600,377,"Next Meal.",1,0,"Mono conversion from the series of Lioness images. Selecting perhaps for a panel of prints.","","Ron Tear","Tarangire Nt Pk, Tanzania, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[2759815]=new photo(2759815,"165403","","gallery","Tenderness..jpg",600,402,"Tenderness.",1,0,"Zebra's once again, showing their caring nature.","","Ron Tear.","Tarangire Nt Pk, Tanzania, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[2759857]=new photo(2759857,"209648","","gallery","High Alps 2.jpg",380,600,"High Alps.",1,0,"The Aiguille range are a series of very sharp mountains. Sculptured by the wind, snow and ice into spectacular shapes. This I believe to be Drus, the highest of this range. Cloud cover emphasising the changable weather conditions.","","Ron Tear","Aquile range, Drus, Chamonix,France,","","","",1);backgrounds[2759880]=new photo(2759880,"209648","","gallery","High Alps copy.jpg",600,380,"High Alps, high cloud.<br>\r\n ",1,0,"Another from the Aiguille range.","","Ron Tear","Aquile range, Drus, Chamonix,France,","","","",1);backgrounds[2762412]=new photo(2762412,"209662","","gallery","Mountain View..jpg",395,600,"Mountain view.",1,0,"Another image from the Swiss alps, taken on one of our many walks in this fantastic landscape. We covered over 40 kl whilst we were on holiday.","","Ron Tear.","Swiss Alps, Zermatt.","","","",1);backgrounds[2762474]=new photo(2762474,"173274","","gallery","Acer, spring..jpg",600,403,"Acer Green.",1,0,"Westonbirt Arbortum is a visual paradise in all seasons. It has formal and wild area's. This image in early Spring when the greens are so fresh.","","Ron Tear.","Westonbirt Arboretum, Wiltshire, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[2762489]=new photo(2762489,"173274","","gallery","Acer Green.jpg",600,379,"Acer green.",1,0,"Another from Westonbirt, with a sprinkling of bluebells. A fabulous day we had too.","","Ron Tear.","Westonbirt Arboretum, Wiltshire, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[2762513]=new photo(2762513,"173274","","gallery","Greens and blue..jpg",600,373,"Greens and Blues.",1,0,"Westonbirt again, couldn't stop taking images, so much colour. An overcast day when colours are more vibrant, even in rain !","","Ron Tear.","Westonbirt Arboretum, Wiltshire, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[2762625]=new photo(2762625,"173274","","gallery","Greenleaves..jpg",600,400,"Greenleaves.",1,0,"Taken in the back garden, during rain. Soft and etherial.","","Ron Tear","Back Garden, Loughton,Essex, UK","","","",1);backgrounds[2769514]=new photo(2769514,"25329","","gallery","Leaving Train, Bluebell mono.jpg",600,384,"Leaving Train.",1,0,"Taken from Horstead Keynes station during one of their steam weekends. The weather played an important part, adding to the atmosphere. Fog and steam perfect combination.","","Ron Tear","Bluebell Line, Horstead Keynes, East Sussex. UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[2769570]=new photo(2769570,"173274","","gallery","Springtime.jpg",600,201,"Spring.",1,0,"Westonbirt, so full of opportunities. An image almost every step. Worth a visit any time of year.","","Ron Tear.","Westonbirt Arboretum, Wiltshire, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[2769584]=new photo(2769584,"165403","","gallery","Elephant 3.jpg",600,336,"Tusker.",1,0,"Plenty of Elephants in Tarangire, this individual has only one and a half tusks. They loose them through age and work. ","","Ron Tear.","Tarangire Nt Pk, Tanzania, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[2769662]=new photo(2769662,"25329","","gallery","The gathering.1107.jpg",600,390,"On the Platform.",1,0,"Evocative and atmospheric. Steam with passengers, evoking the 1950's. Complete with fog.","","Ron Tear","Bluebell Line, Sheffield Park, East Sussex. UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[2769737]=new photo(2769737,"171190","","gallery","Nelsons coloum.jpg",393,600,"Nelsons Column",1,0,"Iconic London monument, given a different approach with an encroaching fountain.","","Ron Tear.","Trafagar Square, London, uk.","","","",1);backgrounds[2769761]=new photo(2769761,"200554","","gallery","Amsterdam..jpg",600,302,"Amsterdam Canal.",1,0,"Not often are the canals of Amsterdam frozen. It was a bitter February, herons were scratching for scraps. It was a year for the famous canal skating race also. This image illustrating the craft that ply their way and houseboats.","","Ron Tear","Amsterdam, Holland, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[2769835]=new photo(2769835,"171190","","gallery","Blue Sky..jpg",400,600,"Blue Sky.",1,0,"Steel monument erected beside the Dome. Almost abstract rendition, of something we would not notice usually.","","Ron Tear","Dome, O2, Greenwich, London, UK","","","",1);backgrounds[2770077]=new photo(2770077,"103485","","gallery","Kayak 21.jpg",600,394,"Boiling.",1,0,"Another kayaker from the Thames, it is the amount of water engulfing the kayak. The power of water always fascinating, with mans attempt to claim it.","","Ron Tear","River Thames, Henley, Buckinghamshire, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[2777976]=new photo(2777976,"25261","","gallery","Country guy. Chris Jagger, Atcha.jpg",600,400,"Chris Jagger, vocalist.",1,0,'Taken at the Thames Festival day event. This band " Atcha " were very entertaining. A mix of cajun swamp blues. The lighting providing the atmosphere.',"","Ron Tear","London Bridge city pier, Sth bank, London, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[2777980]=new photo(2777980,"25261","","gallery","Concentration.jpg",600,400,"Concentrating.",1,0,'Another from the band " Atcha " Lead guitarist waiting his moment.',"","Ron Tear","London Bridge city pier, Sth bank, London, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[2778702]=new photo(2778702,"165403","","gallery","Elephant group copy.jpg",600,401,"Elephant Group.",1,0,"Land of giants, the name given to Tarangire. Elephants and Baobabs the giants in question.","","Ron Tear","Tarangire Nt Pk, Tanzania, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[2778704]=new photo(2778704,"209648","","gallery","High Alps..jpg",391,600,"High Alps.",1,0,"From one of the many cable car stations a vision across the valley. Hangliders are common using the excellent thermals. Appropiate one with a red chute.","","Ron Tear","French Alps, Chamonix. Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[2790459]=new photo(2790459,"25329","","gallery","Bluebell driver..jpg",389,600,"Part of the crew.",1,0,"Steam photography is not only about the engines, it is about the enthusiasts and passengers. Light also plays an important part of this equasion. Here one of the crew going about their business.","","Ron Tear","Bluebell Line, Sheffield Park, East Sussex. UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[2790469]=new photo(2790469,"26958","","gallery","Born in the USA..jpg",600,403,"Born in the USA.",1,0,"Disneyland in Florida is iconic. Pleasure to be had from white nuckle rides to sedate natural world. This is one of the ultimate theme resorts. Here part of the fascinating structures to Mickey and Co.","","Ron Tear","Orlando, Florida, USA.","","","",1);backgrounds[2790479]=new photo(2790479,"171190","","gallery","Assasin copy 2.jpg",600,399,"Assasin.",1,0,"Rart of the grafitti exhibition at the Tate modern. Erected canvas sheets with symbolic illustrations on them. This done by a famous artist, depicting a video camera, that resembles a gun. Taken through the Millenium bridge to add drama.","","Ron Tear","Tate Modern, South Bank, London,UK","","","",1);backgrounds[2814888]=new photo(2814888,"171190","","gallery","Pagoda  Kew.jpg",384,600,"Pagoda, Kew.",1,0,"This icon of a building set within Kew gardens is very photogenic. Against a blue sky it just has to be photographed.","","Ron Tear","Kew Gardens, Richmond upon Thames, London, UK","","","",1);backgrounds[2814889]=new photo(2814889,"172222","","gallery","Tallin light.jpg",600,306,"Bus Stop, first light.",1,0,"Using light is what photography is about, one image from a series. The low light of February combined with overnight frost on this bus shelter giving a textured mood. The figure reading the paper adds the final touch.","","Ron Tear","Tallinn,Estonia, Europe","","","",1);backgrounds[2846668]=new photo(2846668,"73384","","gallery","   Rachel 1 .jpg",600,400,"Rachel.",1,0,"Very obliging actress on the 40's weekend at the North Norfolk railway. More than happy to oblige.","","Ron Tear","North Norfolk Railway, Poppy line, Sheringham, Norfolk.","","","",2);backgrounds[2846674]=new photo(2846674,"171190","","gallery","_MG_1201.JPG",566,504,"Kew Gardens, Palm house.",1,0,"Looking into the closed Palm house. An observation with light.","","Ron Tear","Kew Gardens, Richmond upon Thames, London, UK","","","",1);backgrounds[2846703]=new photo(2846703,"171190","","gallery","_MG_1189.JPG",600,400,"Lily's, Amazonian.",1,0,"Lily's in the same named house in Kew gardens. It was the light and reflection that attracted me. Nature at work.","","Ron Tear","Kew Gardens, Richmond upon Thames, London, UK","","","",1);backgrounds[2846711]=new photo(2846711,"173274","","gallery","_MG_1205.JPG",600,400,"Colourful beds.",1,0,"Kew is famous for it's botanical content, even it's flowerbeds are attractive. Colour bursting through.","","Ron Tear","Kew Gardens, Richmond upon Thames, London, UK","","","",1);backgrounds[2846718]=new photo(2846718,"165403","","gallery","Black bellied Bustard.jpg",600,396,"Black bellied Bustard.",1,0,"Tanzani has over 400 different species of bird. Bustard are mainly ground dwelling, and in this case well camouflaged. Darting in and out of the tall grasses.","","Ron Tear","Tarangire Nt Pk, Tanzania, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[2846725]=new photo(2846725,"165403","","gallery","Bold..jpg",600,258,"Bold.",1,0,"Another from a series of this Lioness and a male. She was full from a previous kill, but bold enough to observe a Giraffe aproaching the waterhole.","","Ron Tear","Tarangire Nt Pk, Tanzania, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[2846741]=new photo(2846741,"165403","","gallery","Darf mongoose.jpg",600,372,"Dwarf Mongoose.",1,0,"This termite mound was now the home to at least 6 if not more Dwarf Mongoose. Several can be seen around this mound.","","Ron Tear","Tarangire Nt Pk, Tanzania, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[2846757]=new photo(2846757,"73384","","gallery","Harley 4 psd copy3.jpg",376,600,"Harley Davidson.",1,0,'Iconic road bike, made famous in such movies as "Easy Rider " " On the Waterfront " Commision for a proud owner.',"","Ron Tear","Hertfordshire.","","","",1);backgrounds[2846771]=new photo(2846771,"73384","","gallery","Waiting for the assault copy.jpg",500,319,"Waiting for the assault.",1,0,"Re-enactors recreating a WW11 battle. Almost beleivable, very well staged and acted.","","Ron Tear","Detling nr Maidstone, Kent,UK","","","",1);backgrounds[2889815]=new photo(2889815,"165403","","gallery","Eklephant walk..jpg",600,386,"Elephant Family.",1,0,"Elephants are constantly on the move, finding new pastures. This family group had just visited the swamp for a refreshing drink and bathe.","","Ron Tear","Taragire Nt Pk, Tanzania, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[2889871]=new photo(2889871,"73384","","gallery","Mr Taxman 2copy 2.jpg",600,400,"Mr Taxman.",1,0,"A re-enactor at the 40's weekend on the Poppy line in Sheringham Norfolk. A real character with plenty to say, people believed him ! about owing tax.","","Ron Tear","Sheringham, Norfolk, Poppy Line, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[2889875]=new photo(2889875,"165403","","gallery","More Dust..jpg",600,388,"More Dust.",1,0,"African Elephants doing what comes naturally. Dust bathing to rid themselves of parasites.","","Ron Tear","Tarangire Nt Pk, Tanzania, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[2896967]=new photo(2896967,"165403","","gallery","Tail up..jpg",600,279,"Tail up.",1,0,"Lioness with intent, her tail up signifying perhaps a meal.","","Ron Tear","Tarangire Nt Pk, Tanzania, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[2898339]=new photo(2898339,"171961","","gallery","street sculpture bilbao copy.jpg",600,388,"Street Sculpture.",1,0,"An interesting street sculpture, loved the pattern. They almost interlocked, added colour to the walkway near the Guggenheim.","","Ron Tear","Bilbao, Spain, Basque, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[2898361]=new photo(2898361,"73384","","gallery","Soldier, sailor, spy 2.jpg",600,400,"Soldier, sailor, Spy.",1,0,"Another image from Sheringham. This character on a leaving train. Loved the reflection of the cafe window and his slight unease posture.","","Ron Tear","Sheringham, Norfolk, Poppy Line, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[2927447]=new photo(2927447,"172222","","gallery","OLD AND NEW TALLIN copy.jpg",313,500,"Tallinn old and new.",1,0,"Juxtposition of two worlds in Tallinn. Modern hoarding with ancient tenaments in the background. It was the contrast that attracted me.","","Ron Tear.","Tallinn, Estonia, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[2927461]=new photo(2927461,"165403","","gallery","Testing the air.jpg",600,369,"Testing the air.",1,0,"This group of Elephants we drove almost into. John, my guide stopped within a safe distance. This small herd had youngsters and were aware of danger. So were we !","","Ron Tear","Tarangire Nt Pk, Tanzania, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[2927474]=new photo(2927474,"171190","","gallery","Audrey, poster..jpg",417,600,"Audrey, Poster.",1,0,"London the capitol of culture ( some would say ) with it's street vendours selling everything. I was attracted to this artists stand by the colour and images.","","Ron Tear","South Bank, London, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[2950213]=new photo(2950213,"173274","","gallery","_MG_1419.JPG",600,400,"Autumnal fire.",1,0,"Taken in Wakehurst Place, Sussex. The Acers coming into their own, colour and vibrancy.","","Ron Tear","Wakehurst Place, Sussex, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[2950406]=new photo(2950406,"173274","","gallery","Autumn tints 1 1407 copy.jpg",600,400,"Autumn Tints.",1,0,"More from Wakehurst, a very pleasant location for variety and peace.","","Ron Tear","Wakehurst Place, Sussex, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[2950520]=new photo(2950520,"171961","","gallery","gugenhiem Glint. copy.jpg",600,386,"Guggenheim Glint.",1,0,"The fascinating museum of modern art in Bilbao. The Titanium construction catching the last of the light.","","Ron Tear.","Bilbao, Spain, Basque, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[2950544]=new photo(2950544,"173274","","gallery","Autumn tints 2.jpg",600,400,"Autumn tints 2",1,0,"More from Wakehurst, the season of colour.","","Ron Tear","Wakehurst Place, Sussex, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[2962482]=new photo(2962482,"173274","","gallery","Atumn 2 _1388.jpg",600,400,"Autumn Glow.",1,0,"Wakehurst place, a gem of gardens. Belongs to Kew, tended elegance.","","Ron Tear","Wakehurst Place, Sussex, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3068596]=new photo(3068596,"171961","","gallery","gugenhiem 2 copy copy.jpg",600,449,"Guggenheim Glow.",1,0,"It cannot be ignored can this museum. Could be there for a season and still get different images. This taken as the sun set and the titanium glowed.","","Ron Tear","Guggenheim Museum, Bilbao, Nrth Spain, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[3068604]=new photo(3068604,"173274","","gallery","Colour in Autumn.1491.jpg",333,500,"Autumn Colours.",1,0,"Bushy park good for deer and autumnal colours. It also has a large flock of Rose billed Parakeets. Worth a visit any season. Just loved the tones of Autumn.","","Ron Tear","Bushy Park, Hampton Court, London, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3068619]=new photo(3068619,"25329","","gallery","Fog steam.jpg",600,396,"Fog and steam.",1,0,"Bluebell line at Sheffield Park. Fog and steam the perfect combination for what I like to take. Added some grain in ps.","","Ron Tear","Bluebell Line, Sheffield Park, East Sussex. UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3083518]=new photo(3083518,"171961","","gallery","gugenhiem 10 star of david reflection  copy copy.jpg",600,380,"Guggenheim Star.",1,0,"Whilst having a coffee break in the cafe of the museum I noticed this reflection. Frank Gehry must have designed this specificaly as to reflect the Star of David. An amazing incorporation.","","Ron Tear","Guggenheim Museum, Bilbao, Nrth Spain, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[3088579]=new photo(3088579,"171961","","gallery","gugenhiem 6 copy copy.jpg",600,338,"Guggenheim Dusk",1,0,"Taken after sunset with a mixture of lighting. Warm tones.","","Ron Tear","Bilbao, Spain, Basque, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[3089425]=new photo(3089425,"171190","","gallery","Another Moore..jpg",382,600,"Moore ae Kew.",1,0,"During the short period that the Henry Moore sculptures were at Kew Gardens. They proved photogenic and popular.","","Ron Tear.","Kew Gardens, Richmond upon Thames, London, UK","","","",1);backgrounds[3089466]=new photo(3089466,"171961","","gallery"," 2 Artist Bibao.jpg",406,600,"Artist at work.",1,0,"Observed this artist working live. Capturing the Guggenheim and the  ","","Ron Tear","Bilbao, Spain, Basque, Europe.","","","",2);backgrounds[3089708]=new photo(3089708,"171190","","gallery","Moore at Kew 4.jpg",392,600,"Moore at Kew.",1,0,"Another from Kew, use of low winter light.","","Ron Tear.","Kew Gardens, Richmond upon Thames, London, UK","","","",1);backgrounds[3089715]=new photo(3089715,"171190","","gallery","Knives Edge.1.jpg",600,395,"Lit Edge.",1,0,"Another abstract of a Moore, using the light.","","Ron Tear","Kew Gardens, Richmond upon Thames, London, UK","","","",1);backgrounds[3089723]=new photo(3089723,"171190","","gallery","Moore at Kew 71.jpg",414,600,"Another Moore.",1,0,"Abstract approach.","","Ron Tear.","Kew Gardens, Richmond upon Thames, London, UK","","","",1);backgrounds[3116309]=new photo(3116309,"165403","","gallery","Buffalo.jpg",600,389,"Cape Buffalo.",1,0,"This lone bull had to be respected. They are more than capable of overturning a vehicle. We kept our distance.","","Ron Tear","Tarangire Nt Pk, Tanzania, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[3116315]=new photo(3116315,"209648","","gallery","Alpine Ascent 2 copy.jpg",600,281,"Alpine Ascent 2",1,0,"These skiers were making there way up this ridge on the Aquille Du Midi. Exposed and impressive.","","Ron Tear","Aquille Du Midi, Chamonix,France,","","","",1);backgrounds[3116324]=new photo(3116324,"73384","","gallery","Buttermere Stillness copy.jpg",600,288,"Buttermere Stillness.",1,0,'Originally taken in colour, manipulated in PS. Used  " Holga " filter to accentuate the scene.',"","Ron Tear","Buttermere, Lake District.","","","",1);backgrounds[3191638]=new photo(3191638,"165403","","gallery","Jambiani. copy2.jpg",600,283,"Jambiani Seaweed collectors.",1,0,"Jambiani on the South east coast of Zanzibar has a gottage industry. The cultivation of seaweed. Grown for the pharmacutical industry it has supplied work for the female population at this location. They are muslim, so photography was limited. ","","Ron Tear","Jambiani, South East coast, Zanzibar, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[3211529]=new photo(3211529,"171961","","gallery","Guggenheim  front copy.jpg",600,388,"Guggenheim front.",1,0,"Another image of this icon of Bilbao. It has presence.","","Ron Tear.","Bilbao, Spain, Basque, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[3219036]=new photo(3219036,"171190","","gallery","Kew sunset..jpg",600,393,"Kew Sunset.",1,0,"Kew is an amazing location to visit, the worlds largest greenhouses. Superb in the winter months, warm and cold = condensation.","","Ron Tear","Kew Gardens, Richmond upon Thames, London, UK","","","",1);backgrounds[3219038]=new photo(3219038,"171190","","gallery","Kew light..jpg",321,500,"Abstract light.",1,0,"Yet another from Kew, glass and light irresistable.","","Ron Tear","Kew Gardens, Richmond upon Thames, London, UK","","","",1);backgrounds[3219040]=new photo(3219040,"171190","","gallery","Kew Fountain..jpg",600,388,"Kew Fountain.",1,0,"Low light, contre jour image. That fountain in Kew.","","Ron Tear","Kew Gardens, Richmond upon Thames, London, UK","","","",1);backgrounds[3219045]=new photo(3219045,"165403","","gallery","Dust copy.jpg",600,279,"More Dust.",1,0,"Tarangire Elephants at play. The red dust of the landscape colours these creatures wonderfully. Low light and slow film has added a creative emotion to the scene.","","Ron Tear","Tarangire Nt Pk, Tanzania, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[3228802]=new photo(3228802,"25261","","gallery","Assembly..jpg",600,387,"Assembly Point.",1,0,"Above Zermatt is the Gornegrat ski hotel and train station. This image illustrates the amount of skiers that access this region. Full of colour and all ages.","","Ron Tear.","Above Zermatt, Switzerland, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[3228808]=new photo(3228808,"74936","","gallery","Alone 2 copy.jpg",600,364,"Alone.",1,0,"Colour version of the mono image.","","Ron Tear.","Studio.","","","",1);backgrounds[3228847]=new photo(3228847,"171190","","gallery","_MG_1918.jpg",333,500,"Frosted Glass.",1,0,"A very cold December morning, the frosted glass of the new plant house in Kew made an ideal subject. Blue sky added the bonus.","","Ron Tear","Kew Gardens, Richmond upon Thames, London, UK","","","",1);backgrounds[3228853]=new photo(3228853,"209699","","gallery","Bands. copy.jpg",600,259,"Bands.",1,0,"The colour of the Carribean is outstanding. This boy on shore and father in the sea the perfect combination.","","Ron Tear.","Harbour Island, Bahamas,","","","",1);backgrounds[3228859]=new photo(3228859,"209662","","gallery","Blizzard copy.jpg",600,427,"Blizzard.",1,0,"Another occasion at Gronegrat, this time it was snowing heavy in Zermatt. By the time we reached the summit it was whiteout. We were stranded for about an hour till the snowplough arrived !","","Ron Tear.","Gronegrat, Zermatt, Switzerland, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[3228871]=new photo(3228871,"197191","","gallery","Barcelona 2 copy.jpg",600,402,"The Witch scarers.",1,0,'Gaudi influence on this city is unique, full of surprises. These chimneys are entitled the " Witch Scarers " not a straight line to be seen.',"","Ron Tear.","Barcelona, Spain, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[3228886]=new photo(3228886,"73384","","gallery","Bleak landscape.jpg",600,400,"Bleak landscape.",1,0,"Taken on our ascent of Great Gable in the autumn. We were lucky with the snow, perfect conditions for us ! We even had whiteout, this view before the onset of snow. Towards Ennerdale in the valley.","","Ron Tear.","Great Gable, approach, Lakes, Cumbria, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3228894]=new photo(3228894,"103485","","gallery","Coming up for air..jpg",600,403,"Coming up for air.",1,0,"Another image of the kayakers on the Thames. Light and the power of water.","","Ron Tear","Henley, River Thames, Buckinghamshire, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3228919]=new photo(3228919,"165403","","gallery","Doorway in blue copy.jpg",310,500,"Doorway in Blue.",1,0,"We had booked Emersons resturant whilst in Fngland. We wanted to be sure of a reserved meal in this famous Zanzibari resturant. On arriving to pay the deposit we were welcomed by a building site !. No meal for us but a consolation wander around. The colours were truly magnificent, one day maybe.","","Ron Tear","Emersons, Zanzibar, Tanzania, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[3228927]=new photo(3228927,"103485","","gallery","Full force.jpg",600,393,"Full force.",1,0,"Kayakers, in the fury of nature.","","Ron Tear","Henley, River Thames, Buckinghamshire, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3228940]=new photo(3228940,"25261","","gallery","Disability_2copy1.jpg",600,451,"Disability.",1,0," Disabled people are normally seen alone with a carer. This is my take on that world, the light illuminting their plight. For me a poignant image.","","Ron Tear.","The O2 arena, docklands, London, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3228951]=new photo(3228951,"25261","","gallery","Chairs,.jpg",600,400,"Chairs.",1,0,"Part of an istalation on the South Bank during the summer. People would relax in these very large chairs and a setee. One scene from this location.","","Ron Tear","Sth Bank, London, Festival Hall. UK. ","","","",1);backgrounds[3228960]=new photo(3228960,"25261","","gallery","Rain didn't stop lunch..jpg",600,384,"Rain didn't stop lunch.",1,0,"A couple of orientals enjoying their lunch in an unhurried fashion. Tahe rain was of no concern.","","Ron Tear","Sth Bank, Tate Modern,  London. UK. ","","","",1);backgrounds[3228971]=new photo(3228971,"26958","","gallery","Blue Mood. 3.jpg",600,400,"Blue mood.",1,0,"Added PS filter to this mono landscape. From our ascent in snow of Great Gable.","","Ron Tear.","Great Gable, approach, Lakes, Cumbria, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3228980]=new photo(3228980,"165403","","gallery","Jambiani Seaweed Collecters copy.jpg",556,752,"Jambiani Seaweed Collectors.",1,0,"Alocalised industry on Zanzibar. It was meant to bring in money for the women who tend, grow and harvest the seaweed. It still is done today but for very little recompence.","","Ron Tear","Jambiani, South East coast, Zanzibar, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[3229134]=new photo(3229134,"171961","","gallery","gugenhiem 3 copy copy.jpg",353,500,"Guggenheim Lit.",1,0,"Another of this fascinating building. It changes with the light. Frank Gehry new what he wanted, amazing modern architecture.","","Ron Tear.","Guggenheim Museum, Bilbao, Nrth Spain, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[3229146]=new photo(3229146,"171190","","gallery","Mayors Day.jpg",600,384,"Mayors Day.",1,0,"After the Lord Mayors procession has finished the finale is a firework spectacular on the Thames. This is part of that action, the sky ablaze. Of course fireworks are now used for all occasions.","","Ron Tear","River Thames, London, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3229156]=new photo(3229156,"73384","","gallery","Calanish Stones. copy.jpg",600,389,"Callanish Stones.",1,0,"Isle of Lewis and the rest of the Outer hebrides are full of neolithic monuments. This ring of standing stones just one of many. Probably the most famous on these islands, mysterious.","","Ron Tear.","Lewis, Outer Hebrides, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3229177]=new photo(3229177,"165403","","gallery","Duiker..jpg",600,288,"Duiker.",1,0,"These small antelope are very vunerable to being predated. This individual crouching in the burnt undergrowth to avoid detection.","","Ron Tear","Tarangire Nt Pk, Tanzania, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[3235792]=new photo(3235792,"209662","","gallery","Alpen View. copy.jpg",600,391,"Alpen View.",1,0,"More of this splendid view of the Swiss Alps. The Breithorn at it's centre, vast exspanse of mountains and snow.","","Ron Tear.","Zermatt, Switzerland, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[3235800]=new photo(3235800,"26958","","gallery","Christmas. copy.jpg",600,437,"Christmas.",1,0,"The festive season as celebrated in Arundel, beautiful town with it's own castle and river. Most picturesque.","","Ron Tear","Arundel, West Sussex, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3235814]=new photo(3235814,"197478","","gallery","Paris..jpg",600,396,"Eiffel Tower.",1,0,"This commerative instalation is in the area of the tower. I noticed the creative way it could illustrate this iconic landmark. Inscription and scratches aid the composition.","","Ron Tear","Paris, France, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[3235844]=new photo(3235844,"165403","","gallery","Four in a row. copy.jpg",600,387,"Four/five in a row.",1,0,"Cape buffalo with attending Cattle Egrets. They perch on the backs waiting for insects to be disturbed during the buffalo's movements.","","Ron Tear","Tarangire Nt Pk, Tanzania, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[3255976]=new photo(3255976,"171190","","gallery","Wembley.jpg",600,395,"Wembley.",1,0,"The new home of English football. It took some time to complete, it is visible in North London.","","Ron Tear","Wembley, Noth London, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3260973]=new photo(3260973,"171190","","gallery","Cracked. copy.jpg",600,382,"Cracked.",1,0,"The Tate Modern is a world leader in modern art installations. The cracked floor no exception. People wondered, pondered, and discussed it's relevance. The gulf between rich/poor perhaps. Interesting all the same.","","Ron Tear","Tate Modern, London. UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3261382]=new photo(3261382,"165403","","gallery","Child and mum. copy.jpg",337,500,"Mother and child.",1,0,"African harmony, Elephant comunication.","","Ron Tear","Tarangire Nat Pk, Tanzania, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[3261455]=new photo(3261455,"25329","","gallery","Steam night.1.jpg",390,600,"Steam giant.",1,0,"Evocative during the houts of darkness, steam engines provide wonderful images.","","Ron Tear.","GCR, Loughborough, Leicestershire, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3261669]=new photo(3261669,"73384","","gallery","Night shot docklands.jpg",600,273,"Docklands at night.",1,0,"Converted image from the past. A scene no longer available.","","Ron Tear","Docklands, Canary Wharf, London.","","","",1);backgrounds[3275244]=new photo(3275244,"209648","","gallery","Aquille. copy.jpg",600,288,"Aquille.",1,0,"The Aquille dominates Chamonix, it's moods visible from the valley floor. Whilst returning to Chamonix this scene unvield before us as sunset took place. Moods of nature.","","Ron Tear","Aquille Du Midi, Chamonix, France, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[3275701]=new photo(3275701,"165403","","gallery","Shaking the dust. copy.jpg",600,392,"Shaking the Dust.",1,0,"An impression of Africa, slow speed, low light and motion. Combination of creative image.","","Ron Tear.","Tarangire Nt Pk, Tanzania, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[3275779]=new photo(3275779,"25261","","gallery","Summertime  2 copy copy.jpg",328,500,"Florida relaxation.",1,0,"Enjoying the sea in the Gulf of Mexico. An observation of people relaxing.","","Ron Tear.","Gulf of Mexico, West Florida, United States of America.","","","",1);backgrounds[3275933]=new photo(3275933,"199737","","gallery","Traffic Indian style..jpg",600,599,"Traffic, Indian Style.",1,0,"The slow pace of life in rural India is evident by the mode of transport, oxen. Life has not been too affected by the 21st centuary.","","Ron Tear","Tala, Madhya Pradesh, India.","","","",1);backgrounds[3276640]=new photo(3276640,"199754","","gallery","Ghosts of Prague  web page_1.copy.jpg",569,410,"Ghosts of Prague.",1,0,"Long exposure taken under Charles bridge. Resulting image is ghostly impression, an image from the past.","","Ron Tear","Prague, Czech Rebuplic, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[3296138]=new photo(3296138,"165403","","gallery","Red Lechwe..jpg",600,206,"Red Lechwe.",1,0,"Amoment to savour in the Okovango Delta. These antelope are in their perfect enviroment.","","Ron Tear.","Okavango Delta, Botswana, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[3321933]=new photo(3321933,"201163","","gallery","Frozen 1 copy.jpg",600,371,"Finland frozen landscape.",1,0,"Another view ftom this fantastic area. Covered in snow and freezing temperatures. Shapes of the imagination.","","Ron Tear","Finland, Olou, near Arctic circle. Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[3321968]=new photo(3321968,"201163","","gallery","Frozen 2 copy.jpg",328,500,"Frozen light.",1,0,"Another frozen landscape, birch at dawn.","","Ron Tear.","Finland, Olou, near Arctic circle. Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[3321981]=new photo(3321981,"201163","","gallery","Frozen 3 psd copy.jpg",317,500,"Frozen Moon.",1,0,"With only 4 hours of soft daylight, night arrives all too soon.","","Ron Tear","Finland, Olou, near Artic circle, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[3321990]=new photo(3321990,"201163","","gallery","Frozen 4 psd copy.jpg",600,386,"Fire light.",1,0,"Clarity of atmosphere results in superb vibrant sunrises, -32 a challenge.","","Ron Tear","Finland, Olou, near Arctic circle, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[3324466]=new photo(3324466,"201163","","gallery","Snow shoe..jpg",600,283,"Snow Shoe.",1,0,"Shapes and patterns are created by snowfall, wind and frost. My snow shoe.","","Ron Tear","Finland, Olou, near artic circle, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[3324474]=new photo(3324474,"201163","","gallery","Sunrise, -32.jpg",600,323,"Sunrise -32",1,0,"We were very lucky to have such cold weather, after we left the snow melted. Returned in March. A sunrise not to forget.","","Ron Tear.","Finland, dawn, light, snow, soft glow.","","","",1);backgrounds[3324534]=new photo(3324534,"201163","","gallery","Sub Arctic Temperature.jpg",600,379,"Sub Arctic.",1,0,"At the end of the day, light dimishes. It's only 2pm at this time of day sunset is on it's way.","","Ron Tear","Finland, Olou, wilderness, tree's, shapes, sunset","","","",1);backgrounds[3330511]=new photo(3330511,"201163","","gallery","Finnish Dawn..jpg",600,391,"Finnish Dawn.",1,0,"Another from this memorable trip. Cold and clear. Beautiful.","","Ron Tear","Finland, Olou, Arctic circle, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[3334690]=new photo(3334690,"171190","","gallery","Pavilion, Hyde Park copy.jpg",600,399,"Pavilion, Hyde Pk.",1,0,"An interesting design, this pavilion was only a temporary construction. It's purpose only recreational.","","Ron Tear","Hyde Park, London, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3334704]=new photo(3334704,"171190","","gallery","The Cow..jpg",321,500,"Cow.",1,0,"Spotted thisa on the millenium bridge. It was one of those street cows made of fibre glass installed in various locations. Going down the stairs to it's new location. Looked surprised !","","Ron Tear.","Millenium Bridge, London, UK","","","",1);backgrounds[3334752]=new photo(3334752,"199754","","gallery","Dawn Praque copy.jpg",600,384,"Prague, dawn.",1,0,"An early start on their subway system to Charles Bridge. An interesting journey with the working populace. Arrival before dawn and made the most of a winter sunrise.","","Ron Tear","Charles Bridge, Prague, Czech Republic, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[3334761]=new photo(3334761,"73384","","gallery","Buttermere mono. copy.jpg",600,286,"Stillness.",1,0,"Buttermere, that icon of the Lake district. Here in calm mood. ","","Ron Tear","Buttermere, Lake District, Cumbria, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3338588]=new photo(3338588,"73384","","gallery","Winter.jpg",600,391,"Winter mono.",1,0,"Another scene from Finland. Relying on shapes, frozen snow. Beautiful.","","Ron Tear","Finland, Oulo, near arctic circle, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[3358354]=new photo(3358354,"201163","","gallery","Winter 3.jpg",386,600,"Winter.",1,0,"Darkness arrives by 2.30pm on a late December day in the remote area's. These Pines filled the f/g to add with the moon.","","Ron Tear","Olou, Finland, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[3358465]=new photo(3358465,"171190","","gallery","Vandalism..jpg",600,414,"Vandalism.",1,0,"An all to often expirence, windows smashed. Acts of vandalism are not nessecary, often bored youth. It frequently makes the kiosk not used. No fun if you need to make an emergency call.emergency","","Ron Tear","London, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3359706]=new photo(3359706,"209648","","gallery","Clus copy.jpg",600,381,"Clus.",1,0,"These foothills of the Alps are no less imposing than the eventual mountains. It was the field/hut/ wall of rock that inspired the taking of this image. Look closely and waterfalls can be seen.","","Ron Tear","Clus, France, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[3430488]=new photo(3430488,"209648","","gallery","Auverne Volcano..jpg",600,386,"Auverne Volcano.",1,0,"A district in the south west of France. Extinct volcano's dot the landscape. Puy De Dome being one of the largest from where this image was taken. We climbed Pey Du Sancy in 100 degrees ! Very hot and a landscape of thunderstorms.","","Ron Tear","Clermont Ferrand, Aurverne, S/W France, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[3430523]=new photo(3430523,"209662","","gallery","Cable car .jpg",333,500,"Cable Car.",1,0,"Some of the highest cable car routes are found in Switzerland. This image gives an indication of the superb engineering acomplishments.","","Ron Tear","Zermatt, Switzerland, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[3511904]=new photo(3511904,"73384","","gallery","Landmannalaugar copy copy.jpg",600,400,"Landmannalaugar.",1,0,"Our trip into the interior in a special off road vehicle. This landscape of mountains snow and ice. This area had thawed which meant it was very hazardous, we had to be pulled from deep fissures on at least for occasions. You travel with two vehicles for safety factor.","","Ron Tear","Iceland, Landmannalaugar, Arctic.","","","",1);backgrounds[3513951]=new photo(3513951,"214649","","gallery","Strokkur ( churn ) copy.jpg",600,400,"Strokkur  ( Churn )",1,0,"Strokkur is the only active geyser in Iceland. Every 3 to 9 minutes there is an eruption, up to 90 ft in the air. This image is as it has stopped and the water subsides into the open crust. The colours were incredible.","","Ron Tear","Geysir, Iceland, Arctic.","","","",1);backgrounds[3516432]=new photo(3516432,"214649","","gallery","IMG_2913.JPG",600,400,"Landmannalaugur Wilderness.",1,0,'More from this fantastic day on our " Jeep Safari " Interior wilderness.',"","Ron Tear","Landmannalauger, Iceland, Arctic.","","","",1);backgrounds[3516449]=new photo(3516449,"214649","","gallery","IMG_2915.JPG",600,400,"Landmannalaugur landscape.",1,0,"It was just wilderness where ever we looked. Ice and snow, barren of life.","","Ron Tear","Landmannalaugur, Iceland, Artic,","","","",1);backgrounds[3516468]=new photo(3516468,"214649","","gallery","IMG_2923.JPG",600,400,"Landmannalaugur colour.",1,0,"Another from this area only colour version.","","Ron Tear","Landmannalaugur, Iceland, Arctic.","","","",1);backgrounds[3520831]=new photo(3520831,"214649","","gallery","IMG_3485.JPG",600,400,"Moss covered Lava.",1,0,"Iceland has huge lava fields, they have been colonised wqith hardy moss and lichen. This gives this barren landscape colour.","","Ron Tear","Reykjanes peninsula, Iceland, Arctic.","","","",1);backgrounds[3551829]=new photo(3551829,"214649","","gallery","Jokusarlon_blues_2.jpg",600,400,"Jokulsarlon Blue.",1,0,"This inland lagoon is where icebergs calve from the Breidamerkurjokull glacier. Fascinating colours, cobalt blue in the light mixed with dull morain grey. A different world.","","Ron Tear","Jokulsarlon, Iceland, Arctic.","","","",1);backgrounds[3551963]=new photo(3551963,"214649","","gallery","IMG_3298.JPG",333,500,"Hot spring run off.",1,0,"The landscape of Iceland is continually on the move. Volcanic activity is evident, here at Seltrun there are streams of hot cobalt blue water. With the other mineral deposits, makes for a colourful landscape.","","Ron Tear","Seltrun, Iceland, Arctic.","","","",1);backgrounds[3552020]=new photo(3552020,"214649","","gallery","IMG_3273.JPG",600,400,"Landscape Photographer.",1,0,"The dedicated photographer taking in this landscape. Here at Pingvellir plenty to take.","","Ron Tear","Pingvellir, Iceland, Arctic.","","","",1);backgrounds[3552102]=new photo(3552102,"214649","","gallery","IMG_3270.JPG",600,400,"Photographer, again !",1,0,"Landscape that requires serious photography. Pingvellir, home of the Icelandic first government. Situated in grandious landscape.","","Ron Tear","Pingvellir, Iceland, Arctic.","","","",1);backgrounds[3593890]=new photo(3593890,"214649","","gallery","IMG_3479.JPG",600,400,"Blue Lagoon.",1,0,"This geo thermal hot pool is a favorite of Icelanders and visitors alike. Very warm water combined with cold temperature, equals atmosphere.","","Ron Tear.","Keflavik, Iceland, Arctic, Atlantic Ocean.","","","",1);backgrounds[3593949]=new photo(3593949,"214649","","gallery","Cobalt_beauty_2.jpg",600,400,"Cobalt Beauty.",1,0,"Lava is dense and black. Add cobalt blue water with minerals this is the result. Photographers dream, colour with impact.","","Ron Tear","Keflavik, Iceland, Arctic, Atlantic Ocean.","","","",1);backgrounds[3593954]=new photo(3593954,"214649","","gallery","IMG_3362.JPG",333,500,"Volcanic mud pool.",1,0,"In the area of Grindavik are these steaming boiling mud pools. The activity is fascinating. Colours to excite the photographer.","","Ron Tear","Grindavik, Reykjanes, Iceland, Arctic, Atlantic Ocean.","","","",1);backgrounds[3611331]=new photo(3611331,"73384","","gallery","Inhospitable.jpg",600,400,"Inhospitable.",1,0,"Landmannalaugur is an plateau of ice, snow and water in the winter. Weather can be inclement also!","","Ron Tear.","Landmannalaugur, Iceland, Arctic, Atlantic Ocean.","","","",1);backgrounds[3611350]=new photo(3611350,"214649","","gallery","IMG_2931.JPG",600,400,"Mountains of the interior.",1,0,"Our trip to Landmannalaugur was exciting and spectacular. Snow, blizzards, mountains and lava fields.","","Ron Tear.","Landmannalaugur, Iceland, Arctic, Atlantic Ocean.","","","",1);backgrounds[3611363]=new photo(3611363,"214649","","gallery","Moose.jpg",333,500,"Hot Moose.",1,0,"Maggie in the Blue Lagoon, wonderfully hot !","","Ron Tear.","Blue Lagoon, Keflavik, Iceland, Arctic, Atlantic Ocean.","","","",1);backgrounds[3611376]=new photo(3611376,"214649","","gallery","IMG_3491.JPG",600,400,"Bathing Bliss.",1,0,"Bathing in the Blue Lagoon, just bliss !","","Ron Tear","Blue Lagoon, Keflavik, Iceland, Arctic, Atlantic Ocean.","","","",1);backgrounds[3611389]=new photo(3611389,"214649","","gallery","Strokkur_5.jpg",600,400,"Strokkur.",1,0,"Volcanic activity is the norm at Geysir. The colour is incredible from these hot springs and geysurs.","","Ron Tear.","Geysir, Iceland, Arctic, Atlantic Ocean.","","","",1);backgrounds[3611405]=new photo(3611405,"214649","","gallery","Stormy_weather_1.jpg",600,400,"Stormy Weather.",1,0,"This barren landscape with it's high winds and snow storms. Wild !","","Ron Tear","Landmannalaugur, Iceland, Arctic, Atlantic Ocean.","","","",1);backgrounds[3611419]=new photo(3611419,"214649","","gallery","IMG_2943.JPG",600,400,"Pit Stop.",1,0,"Always two vehicles are required to go into the wilderness. Just in case of getting stranded !","","Ron Tear.","Landmannalaugur, Iceland, Arctic, Atlantic Ocean.","","","",1);backgrounds[3611425]=new photo(3611425,"214649","","gallery","Sea_stack_Fury_1.jpg",600,400,"Atlantic Fury.",1,0,"The Atlantic ocean is no place to be in a winters storm. It was exhilerating to watch, the winds were 50mph + !","","Ron Tear","Grindavik, Reykjanes Peninsula, Iceland, Arctic, Atlantic ocean.","","","",1);backgrounds[3611445]=new photo(3611445,"214649","","gallery","_MG_2443.JPG",600,400,"Landmannalaugur conditions.",1,0,"Trecherous conditions prevailed on our jeep safari as this image illustrates !","","Ron Tear","Landmannalaugur, Iceland, Arctic, Atlantic Ocean.","","","",1);backgrounds[3611453]=new photo(3611453,"214649","","gallery","_MG_2461.JPG",600,400,"Wilderness.",1,0,"Eggert our guides vehicle, large tyres keep it high. It needs to be !","","Ron Tear","Landmannalaugur, Iceland, Arctic, Atlantic Ocean.","","","",1);backgrounds[3611455]=new photo(3611455,"214649","","gallery","_MG_2616.JPG",600,400,"Krisuvik volcanic cauldron.",1,0,"Spectacular volcanic activity here. Again colours and heat.","","Ron Tear","Krisuvik, Reykjanes, Iceland, Arctic, Atlantic Ocean.","","","",1);backgrounds[3646412]=new photo(3646412,"214649","","gallery","IMG_3401.JPG",600,400,"Atlantic force.",1,0,"Reykjanes peninsula faces west, the full force of an Atlantic storm is seen here. ","","Ron Tear","Reykjanes Peninsula, Iceland, Arctic, Atlantic Ocean.","","","",1);backgrounds[3646447]=new photo(3646447,"214649","","gallery","IMG_3478.JPG",600,400,"Blue mist.",1,0,"More from the Blue Lagoon.....heaven in a cold climate !","","Ron Tear","Blue Lagoon, Keflavik, Iceland, Arctic, Atlantic Ocean.","","","",1);backgrounds[3646460]=new photo(3646460,"214649","","gallery","IMG_3482.JPG",600,400,"Steam. Blue Lagoon.",1,0,"Geo thermal activity at the Blue Lagoon. Fascinating location and relaxation.","","Ron Tear","Blue Lagoon, Keflavik, Iceland, Arctic, Atlantic Ocean.","","","",1);backgrounds[3646477]=new photo(3646477,"214649","","gallery","IMG_3509.JPG",600,358,"Lava in a pool of blue.",1,0,"Cobalt blue water is irresistable, isolating a section of lava. The mineral content adds the colours.","","Ron Tear.","Near the Blue Lagoon, lava field, Keflavik, Iceland, Arctic, Atlantic Ocean.","","","",1);backgrounds[3654093]=new photo(3654093,"214649","","gallery","IMG_3247.JPG",600,400,"Pingvellir region.",1,0,"The rugged landscape in the Pingvellir region makes for dramatic landscapes. One such scene from our journey.","","Ron Tear","Pingvellir, Iceland, Arctic, Atlantic Ocean.","","","",1);backgrounds[3655997]=new photo(3655997,"214649","","gallery","Blue_Pool_6_copy.jpg",600,400,"Blue Lagoon.",1,0,"This very popular venue is apparent in this image. It was very early in the day before the coaches arrived !","","Ron Tear","Blue Lagoon, Keflavik, Iceland,  Arctic, Atlantic Ocean.","","","",1);backgrounds[3657030]=new photo(3657030,"214649","","gallery","Strokkur_1.jpg",600,400,"Strokkur explosive.",1,0,"Took lots of the geysur, a whole series of images. More to follow.","","Ron Tear","Geysir, Iceland, Arctic, Atlantic Ocean.","","","",1);backgrounds[3657037]=new photo(3657037,"214649","","gallery","Krisuuvik_colours.jpg",333,500,"Krisuvik Colours.",1,0,"Geo thermal activity is fascinating. Colours of minerals add to the visual impact.","","Ron Tear","Krisuvik, Reykjanes, Iceland, Arctic, Atlantic Ocean.","","","",1);backgrounds[3659363]=new photo(3659363,"214649","","gallery","IMG_3351.JPG",600,400,"Fumerole.",1,0,"These fascinating vents are coloured by the escaping gases from this volcanic area. It was as if time had stood still in our new born earth.","","Ron Tear.","Gunver, S/W Iceland, Arctic, Atlantic Ocean.","","","",1);backgrounds[3659402]=new photo(3659402,"214649","","gallery","Pingviller_Parliment.jpg",600,400,"Pingviller, Early Parliment.",1,0,"This location was Icelands cradle of the nations history and independance of it's people. A national park and area of geothermal activity. These buildings are of early settlement, the goverment moved to Reykjavik in 1944 after independence. <br>\r\n                              ","","Ron Tear","Pingviller, East of Reykjavik, Iceland, Arctic, Atlantic Ocean.","","","",1);backgrounds[3718918]=new photo(3718918,"165403","","gallery","Sentinel.jpg",600,275,"Sentinel.",1,0,"Lone African Elephant deciding whether the coast is clear. Eventually went for a drink in the river. Fascinating to watch this.","","Ron Tear","Tarangire River, Tarangire Nat Pk, Tanzania, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[3718989]=new photo(3718989,"214649","","gallery","Pingvillir.jpg",600,386,"Lake Pingvallavatn.",1,0,"Remote location, now a national park. Lake Pingvallavatn covers a huge area, popular with fisherman.","","Ron Tear","Lake Pingvallavattn, Pingvellir Nt Pk, Iceland, Arctic, Atlantic Ocean.","","","",1);backgrounds[3719069]=new photo(3719069,"214649","","gallery","Ice_flow.jpg",600,400,"Blue Ice.",1,0,"Study of an iceberg, colour and clarity. Could have taken many more abstract examples of these. Fascinated by that cobalt blue.","","Ron Tear","Jokulsarlon, Lagoon, Iceland, Arctic, Atlantic Ocean.","","","",1);backgrounds[3719086]=new photo(3719086,"214649","","gallery","Ice_blue1.jpg",600,400,"Ice Blue.",1,0,"The lake in Reykjavik is resident to numerous bird species, it also can be frozen. An ice pattern during a thaw in conditions.","","Ron Tear","Reykjavik, Iceland, Arctic, Atlantic Ocean.","","","",1);backgrounds[3719158]=new photo(3719158,"214649","","gallery","IMG_2758.JPG",600,400,"Seljalandsfoss.",1,0,"This powerful single waterfall, one of many in Iceland you can see from the Ring road. Spectacular for all reasons, you can walk behind it also ( and get very wet ! ) ","","Ron Tear","Seljalandsfoss, Iceland, Arctic, Atlantic Ocean.","","","",1);backgrounds[3719213]=new photo(3719213,"173274","","gallery","Wakehurst_wonders.jpg",600,400,"Wakehurst wonders.",1,0,"All about colour and shapes, I have really caught the bug for botanical photography. Have no idea what they are.","","Ron Tear","Wakehurst Place and gardens, Sussex, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3747502]=new photo(3747502,"25261","","gallery","Alert.jpg",329,500,"Alert.",1,0,"Farmhouse Collie, alert to all at a camp site below Tryfan.","","Ron Tear","Snowdonia, Nth Wales UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3749656]=new photo(3749656,"173274","","gallery","Bodnant__light_2.jpg",600,390,"Bodnant Light.",1,0,"We recently joined the National Trust and this was our first visit. Bodnant is a splendid garden with superb features, if in Snowdonia give it a visit. Well worth it !","","Ron Tear","Bodnant Gdn, Nrth Wales, Snowdonia, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3749658]=new photo(3749658,"73384","","gallery","Fishing_1.jpg",600,397,"Fishing.",1,0,"Whilst at Cricceth visiting this fine resort with it's stately castle perched above it. Spotted these fisherman contemplating where to fish. Eventually they moved to elsewhere.","","Ron Tear","Cricceth, Nrth Wales, Snowdonia, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3749726]=new photo(3749726,"170496","","gallery","kili_beer1.jpg",600,620," A Last Beer !",1,0,"A last relaxing lunch before the start of the climb and drinking Kili beer helped to set the mood!","","Maggie Tear","Kilimanjaro Resort Hotel, Tanzania, Africa","","","",1);backgrounds[3749732]=new photo(3749732,"170496","","gallery","mess_tent_copy1.jpg",600,450,"Mess Tent",1,0,"One of the most important aspects of the whole climb;  Food was a necessity, even if you didn't feel like eating!  Our cooks were amazing, providing us with fresh food 3 times a day, including a 3 course meal in the evenings","","Maggie Tear","Kilimanjaro, Tanzania, Africa","","","",1);backgrounds[3749747]=new photo(3749747,"170496","","gallery","packing.jpg",600,427,"Getting ready to go!",1,0,"Packing had to be precise, quite a challenge when there was so much we had to take.  Then trying to decide what to leave out.  We each had a porter who would carry our bag up the mountain so the weight had to be manageable","","Maggie Tear","Home","","","",1);backgrounds[3752931]=new photo(3752931,"73384","","gallery","Blaenau_Festiniog_1_copy.jpg",330,500,"Blaenau Ffestiniog.",1,0,"Slate capital of Britain, of the past. These mountains of slate spoil dominate this part of the town. Mono was the medium to record this.","","Ron Tear","Blaenau Ffestiniog, Snowdonia, Wales, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3758768]=new photo(3758768,"73384","","gallery","Prophets_of_Rain_copy.jpg",600,400,"Prophets of rain.",1,0,"Spur of the moment imagery, Colin and Maggie acting out. It was raining heavily.","","Ron Tear","Above Portmeirion, Snowdonia, Wales, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3759032]=new photo(3759032,"73384","","gallery","Mono_strand_copy.jpg",600,353,"Mono Strand.",1,0,"Patterns and shapes, add light ! Irresistable scene.","","Ron Tear","Above Portmeirion, bay, Snowdonia, Wales, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3769746]=new photo(3769746,"209648","","gallery","Chamonix__2.jpg",330,500,"Aquille glow.",1,0,"Another image of this peak above Chamonix. Bathed in the glow of sunset.","","Ron Tear","Chamonix, French Alps, France, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[3769827]=new photo(3769827,"214649","","gallery","Very_warm_water.jpg",600,400,"Very warm.",1,0,"Blue lagoon, Jo and Maggie in the very warm pool. One for the record.","","Ron Tear.","Keflavik, Iceland, Arctic, Atlantic Ocean.","","","",1);backgrounds[3769892]=new photo(3769892,"214649","","gallery","Wilderness_1.jpg",600,377,"Wilderness.",1,0,"Landmannalauger is a vast plateau of wilderness. Only those with knowledge can venture here in 4wheel drive vehicles.","","Ron Tear","Landmannalauger, Iceland, Arctic, Atlantic Ocean.","","","",1);backgrounds[3769939]=new photo(3769939,"214649","","gallery","Temporary_in_trouble.jpg",600,387,"Temporary Trouble.",1,0,"When visiting Landmannalauger in winter two vehicles are a must. This is the reason, under the snow the ice can thaw on warm days resulting in deep trenches. We did get out eventually, Eggert had his hands full !","","Ron Tear","Landmannalauger, Iceland, Arctic, Atlantic Ocean.","","","",1);backgrounds[3769947]=new photo(3769947,"214649","","gallery","Solitary_Stack.jpg",600,376,"Solitary Stack.",1,0,"Ferocious winds pummel the Icelandic coastline. This day we had winds up to 60 mph. It was very exciting, even the spray hurt !","","Ron Tear","Reykjanes Peninsula, Iceland, Arctic, Atlantic Ocean.","","","",1);backgrounds[3769987]=new photo(3769987,"214649","","gallery","Pingviller_1.jpg",600,400,"Pingviller.",1,0,"Another view of this location, buildings in wilderness.","","Ron Tear","Pingvellir, Iceland, Arctic, Atlantic Ocean.","","","",1);backgrounds[3770023]=new photo(3770023,"214649","","gallery","Heavy_Seas.jpg",600,186,"After the storm.",1,0,"Plenty of white horses in the bays, after the massive sea's of the day before.","","Ron Tear.","Grindavik, Iceland, Arctic, Atlantic Ocean.","","","",1);backgrounds[3770090]=new photo(3770090,"73384","","gallery","Bay_of_light.jpg",600,400,"Bay of light.",1,0,"Mono conversion of Portmeirion bay, all about that light.","","Ron Tear","Portmeirion Bay, Snowdonia, Nrth Wales, UK","","","",1);backgrounds[3770166]=new photo(3770166,"73384","","gallery","Rain_stopped_play_copy.jpg",600,416,"Something to smile about, rain !",1,0,"Variation on a theme, liked the juxtaposition of the figures. Softly lit.","","Ron Tear","Chapel near Portmeirion, Snowdonia, Nrth Wales, UK","","","",1);backgrounds[3809198]=new photo(3809198,"173274","","gallery","Anglesey_Abbey_NT_1.jpg",600,459,"Anglesey white and reds.",1,0,"A trip to Anglesey Abbey proved to be very photogenic. The stark white of these birch with the red floor of gone over tulips. Superbly colourful.","","Ron Tear","Anglesey Abbey, Lode, Cambridgeshire, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3809742]=new photo(3809742,"73384","","gallery","Beddgelert_mist_3_copy.jpg",600,387,"Bedgellert mono.",1,0,"Mono image from this productive morning, fog and silhouettes.","","Ron Tear","Beddgelert, Snowdonia, Wales, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3809790]=new photo(3809790,"173274","","gallery","Blossom.jpg",400,600,"Spring blooms.",1,0,"Magnolia is one of the first vibrant colours of Spring. Here in Kew gardens, close up and vibrant.","","Ron Tear","Kew Gardens, Richmond, Surrey, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3809813]=new photo(3809813,"173274","","gallery","In_bloom_1.jpg",400,600,"In Bloom.",1,0,"More Magnolia, replendent colours.","","Ron Tear","Kew Gardens, Richmond, Surrey, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3809834]=new photo(3809834,"73384","","gallery","Parisian_Walkway_2_web_2.jpg",395,500,"Parisian Walkway.",1,0,"The light and texture working together, adding mystery to the scene.","","Ron Tear","Paris, monmatre, France, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[3870608]=new photo(3870608,"214649","","gallery","Trecherous_landscape.jpg",600,400,"Trecherous landscape.",1,0,"Another from the inhospitable regions of Iceland. The interior is desolate, but beautiful.","","Ron Tear","Landmannalaugar, Iceland, Arctic, Atlantic Ocean.","","","",1);backgrounds[3870694]=new photo(3870694,"214649","","gallery","Lava_and_grass.jpg",333,500,"Lava and grasses.",1,0,"Pingvellir with it's volcanic past evident. The lava so rich in nutrients that the grasses are prolific.","","Ron Tear","Pingvellir, Iceland, Arctic, Atlantic Ocean.","","","",1);backgrounds[3870729]=new photo(3870729,"214649","","gallery","Gunver.jpg",600,391,"Gunver.",1,0,"Another one of the volcanic pools of boiling water and mud. A hint of light, illuminating the important lighthouse.","","Ron Tear","Gunver, Iceland, Arctic, Atlantic Ocean.","","","",1);backgrounds[3870735]=new photo(3870735,"25261","","gallery","Waiting_to_go.jpg",600,391,"Waiting for the train.",1,0,"A candid with a difference, noticed this gentleman observing the train at Portmadog. He was admiring the new narrow gauge railway, the West Highland now goes here also. An observation of joy.","","Ron Tear","Portmadog, Snowdonia, Wales, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3870750]=new photo(3870750,"173274","","gallery","Wysteria_1_copy.jpg",600,395,"Wisteria.",1,0,"A private garden in Oxfordshire, alive with this beautiful plant. Mauve so attractive when so much on view.","","Ron Tear","Somewhere in Oxfordshire, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3870752]=new photo(3870752,"25261","","gallery","At_play_2.jpg",600,425,"At play.",1,0,"Childhood, that time of exploration and fun. These children playing on the beach.","","Ron Tear","Whistling Sands, Llyn Peninsula, Snowdonia, Wales.","","","",1);backgrounds[3925863]=new photo(3925863,"73384","","gallery","Alchemists_2.jpg",600,306,"Alchemists Assistants.",1,0,"Toned mono of Colin and Maggie inside the chapel entrance during rain. Took lots of these in different configurations.","","Ron Tear.","Chapel near Portmairion, Snowdonia, Wales, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3925946]=new photo(3925946,"214649","","gallery","Mountains_of_the_moon.jpg",600,311,"Mountains of Landmannalaugur.",1,0,"In the interior of Iceland is a desolate land. Rugged with mountains, glaciers and lave. Covered in snow these mountains adopt a striped pattern, very picturesque.","","Ron Tear","Landmannalaugur, Iceland, Arctic, Atlantic ocean.","","","",1);backgrounds[3925972]=new photo(3925972,"173274","","gallery","Abstract_pool_copy.jpg",329,500,"Abstact Pool.",1,0,"Buscot Park NT property has this ajoined pool with the house. Was attracted to the reflection and colour.","","Ron Tear","Buscot Pk, Lechlade, Oxfordshire, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3926055]=new photo(3926055,"214649","","gallery","Colours_of_heat.jpg",333,500,"Heated water.",1,0,"Mineral rich run offs from super heated pools colour the immediate landscape. Irresistable to the photographer, amazing to the eye.","","Ron Tear","Krisuvik, Iceland, Arctic, Atlantic Ocean.","","","",1);backgrounds[3926146]=new photo(3926146,"171190","","gallery","TOWER_BRIDGE_AT_NIGHT2_copy1.jpg",325,500,"Tower Bridge.",1,0,"One icon of London, that famous bridge which the Americans never bought ! Taken at night long exposure adding traffic trails.","","Ron Tear","Tower Bridge, London, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3926672]=new photo(3926672,"209648","","gallery","ROSCOFF_DAWN_3_copy.jpg",600,203,"Roscoff Dawn 2",1,0,"A wider view of this magical harbour at dawn.","","Ron Tear","Roscoff, Brittany,  France, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[3926716]=new photo(3926716,"209662","","gallery","Smoke_on_the_water.jpg",317,500,"Smoke on the water.",1,0,"A tranquil scene was before us as we sat and ate cake with tea. So peaceful.","","Ron Tear","Champex, near Martini, Switzerland.","","","",1);backgrounds[3926765]=new photo(3926765,"73384","","gallery","Cwm_Orthin.jpg",333,500,"Cwmorthin.",1,0,"Infamous slate quarry near Ffestiniog, the slate heart of Wales. The remnants of the workers homes in stark contrast to this barren landscape.","","Ron Tear","Cwmorthin, Snowdonia, Wales, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3979852]=new photo(3979852,"209648","","gallery","Alpine_Glow_copy.jpg",600,380,"Alpen Glow.",1,0,"The glow of sunset on the Monte Blanc Massif near Les Houch. Magnificent and awe inspiring.","","Ron Tear","Les Houch, Chamonix, French Alps, France, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[3979923]=new photo(3979923,"25261","","gallery","At_play_1.jpg",600,400,"Enjoying Summer.",1,0,"Fields of buttercups, a colourful playground  in summer.","","Ron Tear","Reading, Berkshire, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3980005]=new photo(3980005,"197478","","gallery","MONMARTRE_AT_NIGHT_copy.jpg",488,500,"Montmartre at night.",1,0,"Those famous steps to the Sacre Coeur, lit for the district.","","Ron Tear","Montmatre, Paris, France, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[3980083]=new photo(3980083,"73384","","gallery","Behind_You_copy.jpg",600,367,"Behind You.",1,0,"More fun in mono, creating a mood of unawares.","","Ron Tear","Near Portmeirion, Nrth Wales UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[4057827]=new photo(4057827,"173274","","gallery","Trunks_and_blooms_1_copy.jpg",600,393,"Trunks and Blooms.",1,0,"More from Anglesey Abbey, so photogenic.","","Ron Tear.","Anglesey Abbey, Cambridgeshire, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[4076907]=new photo(4076907,"171961","","gallery","abando_station_bilbao_2copy.jpg",600,404,"Abando Station, Bilbao",1,0,"Just one of the stations that serve Bilbao, it was it's architecture that attracted me. Reminiscent of a London station.","","Ron Tear","Abando Stationn, Bilbao, Nrth Spain, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[4120268]=new photo(4120268,"165403","","gallery","Hidden_3.jpg",160,500,"Zebra's",1,0,"Probably my most popular subject from Africa. They are so attractive, here in Tarangire irresistable. Paterns and camouflage.","","Ron Tear","Tarangire National PK, Tanzania, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[4178122]=new photo(4178122,"171190","","gallery","Exhibition.jpg",600,392,"Sport Exhibition.",1,0,"One of the many exhibitions held on the Sth Bank during the year. Interesting images and juxtpositions to be taken. This outside city hall. ","","Ron Tear","City Hall, South Bank, London, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[4182286]=new photo(4182286,"171190","","gallery","Exhibition_1.jpg",436,500,"Two worlds.",1,0,"Part of a series of images that I took at the iWitness exhibition of Tom Stoddarts exhibition. Using the images and the viewers in juxtposition.","","Ron Tear","City Hall, Sth Bank, London, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[4200617]=new photo(4200617,"197478","","gallery","_Spotted_2.jpg",600,410,"Spotted.",1,0,"A tender moment under the Eifel tower. I think I was noticed ! The city of love.","","Ron Tear","Eifel Tower, Paris, France, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[4200728]=new photo(4200728,"209662","","gallery","Matterhorn_mist.jpg",391,600,"Shrouded.",1,0,"This mighty slab of granite dominates Zermatt and the surrounding landscape. The Matterhorn deserves respect, here in a weather changing mood.","","Ron Tear","Zermatt, Switzerland, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[4200775]=new photo(4200775,"165403","","gallery","Sofa_for_sale.jpg",600,400,"Sofa for sale.",1,0,"In the continent of contradictions, this scene I came upon in Stone Town.","","Ron Tear","Stone Town, Zanzibar, Africa.","","","",1);backgrounds[4200789]=new photo(4200789,"171190","","gallery","Spray_copy.jpg",600,382,"Spray.",1,0,"Spray from the Trafalgar fountains being illuminated in contr'e jour light.","","Ron Tear","Trafalgar Square, London, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[4200818]=new photo(4200818,"214649","","gallery","Strokur_lift_off.jpg",325,500,"Strokkur at full hieght.",1,0,"Strokkur blowing it's top with regularity at Geysir. Fantastic sight and sound.","","Ron Tear","Geysir, Iceland, Arctic circle, Atlantic ocean.","","","",1);backgrounds[4200839]=new photo(4200839,"73384","","gallery","Strokkur_mono_copy.jpg",600,400,"Strokkur.",1,0,"A mono version of this sequence in the ruption of this the only active geysir in Iceland.","","Ron Tear","Geysir, Iceland, Arctic circle. Atlantic Ocean.","","","",1);backgrounds[279206]=new photo(279206,"24780","WLF002AGS","gallery","ATLANTIC GREY SEAL IN MOULT copy.jpg",600,394,"Atlantic Grey Seal in moult.",1,1,"taken on a sand bank a mile or so from the shore where this breeding colony of seals return each breeding season","","Ron Tear","Donna Nook Lincolnshire","","","",1);backgrounds[279537]=new photo(279537,"24780","WLF06CL","gallery","CAPTIVE LION COLCHESTER ZOO copy.jpg",600,391,"Captive African lion",1,1,"Captive male lion taken in Colchester zoo (he has died recently)taken with a 600mm lens to show this magnificent face","","Ron Tear","Colchester zoo UK","","","",1);backgrounds[279762]=new photo(279762,"24780","WLF10AGS","gallery","IN THE SURF ATLANTIC GREY SEAL copy.jpg",600,293,"In the surf Atlantic Grey Seal",1,1,"Another image from Donna Nook this seal emerging from the surf to congregate with other young seals in this colony","","Ron Tear","Donna Nook, Lincolnshire, UK","","","",1);backgrounds[279927]=new photo(279927,"24780","WLF18WLG","gallery","WESTERN LOWLAND GORRILA CAPTIVE copy.jpg",600,448,"Captive Western Lowland Gorrila ",1,1,"This splendid individual was taken in Port Lympe wildlife park near Ashford Kent. Part of the Aspinals collection of rare, endangered species.They breed these to reintroduce back to the wild where they may succesfully continue the species that is under threat due to habitat lose and the bushmeat trade.","","Ron Tear","Port Lympe wildlife park,Kent UK","","","",1);backgrounds[279930]=new photo(279930,"24780","WLF19YL","gallery","YAWNING LION CAPTIVE copy.jpg",600,287,"Yawning Lion, Colchester zoo",1,1,"Sadly this Lion is no longer at Colchester zoo as he died some time ago. This image displays the condition that he was kept in, they certainly do not look this well in the wild.Although zoos are a contentious issue they reprsent the natural world to those less fortunate whom may never see these creatures in the wild, they certainly have an educational value.","","Ron Tear","Colchester zoo UK","","","",1);backgrounds[292340]=new photo(292340,"24780","WLD21ALT","gallery","ATLATIC GREY SEALS AT PLAY.jpg",500,313,"Atlantic Grey Seals at play",1,1,"These two seals are learning the art of combat forwhen they become adults and have to fight for a female or other dispute.This image was taken at Donna Nook, where seals give birth during November and the pups are gone by January. This seal colony is one of the largest in the UK.","","Ron Tear","Donna Nook, Lincolnshire, UK","","","",1);backgrounds[292348]=new photo(292348,"24780","WLD21CE","gallery","CATTLE EGRET DISPUTE.jpg",500,426,"Cattle Egret Dispute.",1,1,"Taken in Florida at an egret colony, these birds are disputing territory, they may be males.Caught at the moment of contact these incursions rarely amount to much. I had been watching these birds, this the only image I managed with this behaviour.A privalege to observe let alone capture on film.","","Ron Tear","Nr Orlando, Florida, USA,","","","",1);backgrounds[322897]=new photo(322897,"24780","WLD28L","gallery","LIGHTNING STRIKES TWICE.jpg",500,194,"Lightning strikes twice",1,1,"Lightning has always fascinated me, full of anticipation when the hot weather starts.Very warm conditions can result in very localised heavy storms. Flash floods, high winds, thunder and lightning all acompany these storms.Trying to take an image is a demanding task.For this image I positioned myself on a rooftop balcony,tripod set up, cable release, and on B setting in the camera.It was a question of when and if I would get the image I was after.It can take a roll or two of film but eventually the results are worth it.This can be very dangerous to attempt this, the safe distance from a storm is approximately 10 miles.This you can never be certain. ","","Ron Tear","Loughton, Essex, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[345022]=new photo(345022,"24780","WLD29AGS","gallery","ATLANTIC GREY SEAL AND PUP.jpg",500,242,"Atlantic Grey Seal and pup",1,1,"This mother and pup, taken at Donna Nook,on the right side of the fence, put up by the Lincolnshire wildlife trust.The pups are fed high protein milk, which enables the pup to put on weight fast.The female will abandon the pup and it will soon realise it has to make it's way to the open sea.","","Ron Tear","Donna Nook, Lincolnshire, UK","","","",1);backgrounds[346725]=new photo(346725,"24780","WLD30WP","gallery","WOODPIGEON AND COBWEBS.jpg",500,382,"Woodpigeon and cobwebs",1,1,"On a cold autumnal morning, prior to going to work I noticed this scene.I rushed for the tripod and camera and set up in the garden.The fog diffused the background of houses on the estate that I live on. Using a large apeture helped this also. I focused on the resting wood pigeon on the branch.The cobwebs adding to the scene.Silhouetting the pigeon and trunk made the cobwebs stand out more.","","Ron Tear","Back Garden, Loughton,Essex, UK","","","",1);backgrounds[357430]=new photo(357430,"24780","WLD31TW","gallery","Timber Wolf.jpg",500,362,'Timber Wolf ( captive) " Luna "',1,1,"This is Luna, one of four Timber wolves in captivity at Wolf Watch, centre in Shropshire.They are all rescued animals, hand reared and cared for.This is the only centre that I know of that does this work. It is there to teach about wolves and the problems they have. Wolves have always had bad press, Wolf Watch try to even the scales.Wolves are on our list to witness may be one day in Yellowstone. Sadly Luna has died recently at the age of 12, she was my sponsored wolf this year at Wolf Watch.","","Ron Tear","Wolf Watch,UK,Shropshire","","","",1);backgrounds[1024471]=new photo(1024471,"24780","","gallery","Great white Egret with nesting material  web page.copy.jpg",556,285,"Great White Egret with nesting material.",1,1,"This bird is delivering nesting material to build. During the breeding season activity is hectic. Always repairing their nests, neighbours always try to take from each other. Colonys are tight affairs.","","Ron Tear","Orlando, Florida,","","","",1);backgrounds[1028094]=new photo(1028094,"24780","","gallery","Dipper with food web page.  copy.jpg",600,243,"Dipper with Food.",1,1,"Taken in Dovedale in the Peak District. A stronghold of this species. This adult bird was diving for Caddis fly larvae to feed to the chicks in the nest. A most pleasent time spent trying to get this image with all the walkers asking what I was watching.","","Ron Tear","Dovedale, Peak District., Derbyshire.","","","",1);backgrounds[1052950]=new photo(1052950,"24780","","gallery","Atlantic grey seal in surf.jpg",500,239,"Atlantic Grey Seal in Surf.",1,1,"Another image from our visit to Donna Nook. So many opportunities to take images of these seals. The restrictions being light and tide!","","Ron Tear.","Donna Nook, Lincolnshire, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1059456]=new photo(1059456,"24780","","gallery","osprey take off copy.jpg",443,600,"Osprey Take Off.",1,1,"The Bahamas was the last place I had thought to see an Osprey. These are young birds on a migration to Cuba. These islands are vital ports of call to replenish energy needed for the distances to cover. It is a vital part of their survival, as in nature only the strong survive.","","Ron Tear.","Bahamas, Atlantic ocean, ","","","",1);backgrounds[1093692]=new photo(1093692,"24780","","gallery","Heron in the Thames copy.jpg",326,500,"Heron fishing.",1,1,"A common sight in most big city waterways, herons. These opportunists are always on the lookout for fish. Onamental ponds or rubbish strewn rivers, Herons are adaptable.","","Ron Tear.","Kingston upon Thames, Greater  London, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1105772]=new photo(1105772,"24780","","gallery","Leaf Detail1.jpg",361,500,"Leaf Detail.",1,1,"Decaying autumnal leaf, illustrating the stages of decay as the chlorophyll decreases. Just a section of leaf using a macro lens.","","Ron Tear.","Woodland.","","","",1);backgrounds[1133973]=new photo(1133973,"24780","","gallery","ALLIGATOR AND DRAGONFLY copy.jpg",600,195,"Alligator and Dragonfly",1,1,"Was observing this alligator as it lazily rested in the water. This dragonfly landed on it's eye and I immediately reacted. Only when the images were developed did I see the reflection.","","Ron Tear.","Florida, Everglades,  USA","","","",1);backgrounds[1136029]=new photo(1136029,"24780","","gallery","RED DEER IN THE RUT copy.jpg",600,285,"Red Deer in Rut.",1,1,"This stag is caught in action, chasing off a rival during the rut in October/ November. Autumnal colours a drop in temperatures all follow the rut. Taken in Richmond Park this spectacle can be witnessed by the general public. Always beware to keep a safe distance, with this amount of testosterone it can be dangerous.  ","","Ron Tear.","Richmond Park, London, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1136115]=new photo(1136115,"24780","","gallery","CRESTED TIT FINLAND copy.jpg",500,376,"Crested Tit",1,1,"These hardy birds are found in northern climes. They specialize in feeding on pine cones. This individual was taken in Finland in -32. The plumage inflated to trap air to keep the cold out.","","Ron Tear.","Olou, Finland, Europe.","","","",1);backgrounds[1230317]=new photo(1230317,"24780","","gallery","Nature's work.jpg",400,600,"Natures work.",1,1,"An image of the natural worlds selection process. The weak, young and old die through natural causes, unlike the way mankind deals with this. This Atlantic Grey seal pup was providing a meal for the scavengers of nature. I do feel it is my duty as a photographer to show all aspects of the world we live in. Sometimes this is not pretty.","","Ron Tear.","Donna Nook, Lincolnshire, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1319231]=new photo(1319231,"24780","","gallery","Sika Deer juveniles.jpg",600,388,"Sika Deer Juveniles.",1,1,"Whilst visiting Arne RSPB reserve these yougsters wandered beside the hide. They soon melted into the undergrowth. Superb coats on these individuals.","","Ron Tear.","Arne RSPB reserve, Wareham, Dorset, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1476687]=new photo(1476687,"24780","","gallery","Bongo.jpg",600,294,"Bongo",1,0,"Taken at Howletts Zoo park Kent. It was near the end of the day that I wandered over to this enclosure. The hitting the Bongo and the shadow created was enough to make a image worth while. Was not long before this moment disappeared.","","Ron Tear.","Howletts Zoo Park, Canterbury, Kent, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1559162]=new photo(1559162,"24780","","gallery","Autumn Reds..jpg",600,390,"Autumnal Reds.",1,0,"An Acer in full Autumnal hues. Such a beauty of nature at this time of year. Taken in my garden, proves you dont have to go far for an image. This is such a colouful Autumn this year.","","Ron Tear.","Garden, Essex, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1628441]=new photo(1628441,"24780","","gallery","Reading Wolf..jpg",600,405,'" Torak "',1,0,'Taken at the " Wolf Conservation Trust " this is just one of the wolves to be seen here. They are rescued or unwanted from private collections or zoo\'s. Volenteers run this Trust. You can go walking with wolves here, a great experience. Visit links for information. This particular Wolf I have sponsored for a year.',"","Ron Tear.","Beenham, Reading, Berkshire, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1984767]=new photo(1984767,"24780","","gallery","Road Kill.jpg",600,391,"Road Kill.",1,0,"The ever increasing price of progress. 50,000 foxes run over every year, roads keep the population stable or do they ? Nature has it's own solutions.","","Ron Tear","B road, Chigwell, Essex, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[2017989]=new photo(2017989,"24780","","gallery","Silver leaf..jpg",400,600,"Silver Weed.",1,0,"Botanical study of the common plant on Nrt Uist, outer hebrides. A field of green full of insects and birdlife.","","Ron Tear","Nrth Uist, Outer Hebrides, NW Scotland, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[2629241]=new photo(2629241,"24780","","gallery","CROUCHING HARE copy.jpg",600,289,"Crouching Hare.",1,0,"Driving into Elmley RSPB reserve on the Isle of Sheppy spotted this Hare. It crouched in the grass and froze, 2 shots later it was up and off. Disappearing into the distance, a chance encounter.","","Ron Tear.","Elmley RSPB reserve, Isle of Sheppy. Kent, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[2641473]=new photo(2641473,"24780","","gallery","Natures Way..jpg",387,600,"Natures way.",1,0,"This happens every Spring, frogs start to mate ( Had over 60 in our pond this year !) There are fewer females and this can be the end result of mating. A drowned female with several males still attached. Natures way, to keep the species alive.","","Ron Tear","Back Garden, Loughton,Essex, UK","","","",1);backgrounds[2651685]=new photo(2651685,"24780","","gallery","Nature's victim..jpg",600,393,"Natures Victim.",1,0,"A Jay chick that I assume was taken from a nest, probably by a Magpie as they compete in our area. The blue of the wing feathers attractive even in death.","","Ron Tear","Loughton, Essex, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[2769939]=new photo(2769939,"24780","","gallery","Feather.jpg",375,600,"Feather.",1,0,"Taken in my back garden, this feather on top of the pondweed. Found this very attractive with droplets of water on the feather.","","Ron Tear","Back Garden, Loughton,Essex, UK","","","",1);backgrounds[3068609]=new photo(3068609,"24780","","gallery","Fallow doe.1477.jpg",600,400,"Fallow Deer doe's.",1,0,"A fairly large herd of Fallow deer doe's, recieving the attention of several stags. Time of the rut, I loved the light.","","Ron Tear","Bushy Park, Hampton Court, London, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3261410]=new photo(3261410,"24780","","gallery","Starlings 1 copy.jpg",600,400,"Starlings in flight.",1,0,"One of the natural wolds spectacular sights. After the sun has set these birds flock together in their millions, to roost. Several thousand here and a spectacle no less.","","Ron Tear","Somerset Levels, Glastonbury, Somerset, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3275707]=new photo(3275707,"24780","","gallery","Stag 2.jpg",600,400,"Stag.",1,0,"Red deer stag in the undergrowth of Bushey Park. During the rut, behaviour kept to a minimum for the younger Stags.","","Ron Tear.","Bushey Park, Hampton Court,  London, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3275742]=new photo(3275742,"24780","","gallery","Stag..jpg",600,400,"Fallow Deer Stag.",1,0,"Resplendent in their rutting armour, stags of both species ( Red, Fallow ) are to be seen at Bushey and Richmond Parks.","","Ron Tear.","Bushey Park, Hampton Court, London, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3870597]=new photo(3870597,"24780","","gallery","Horse_2_copy.jpg",600,409,"Horse.",1,0,"Descended from wild breeds, our domestic horses are used in varios guises in society. Some making the headlines for winning the Grand National. Others as we have read recently through cruelty. This horse was the companion of a rider I once knew.","","Ron Tear.","Roding Valley Stables, Roding Valley, Essex, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3979392]=new photo(3979392,"24780","","gallery","Advancing_Wolf_2.jpg",600,400,"Advancing Wolf.",1,0,'" Torak " of the Mackenzie pack at the Wolf Conservation Trust. Open days are well worth a visit to this centre of excellence in the study of Wolves. I sponsor him at the moment.',"","Ron Tear","UK Wolf Conservation Trust, Reading, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3979446]=new photo(3979446,"24780","","gallery","Advancing_Wolf_3.jpg",600,400,"Torak.",1,0,'Another of  " Torak " on open day at the Wolf Conservation Trust.',"","Ron Tear","UK Wolf Conservation Trust, Reading, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3979834]=new photo(3979834,"24780","","gallery","American_crocodile_copy.jpg",313,500,"American Crocodile.",1,0,"These reptiles are very rare, only found in the Southern states of America. This individual was taken at Flamingo in the Everglades. It was taking water that was runing down the quay side.","","Ron Tear","Flamingo, Florida Everglades, USA.","","","",1);backgrounds[3980350]=new photo(3980350,"24780","","gallery","Mosi.jpg",600,742,' " Mosi "',1,0,' " Mosi " a female Timber wolf from the Makenzie Pack. Another beauty.',"","Ron Tear","UK Wolf Conservation Trust, Reading UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[4128631]=new photo(4128631,"24780","","gallery","Torak_1.jpg",600,400,"Torak.",1,0,"Another of this beautiful male Timber Wolf. Captive he may be, but the spirit of the wild is evident.","","Ron Tear","UK Wolf Conservation Trust, Reading, Berkshire, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[281414]=new photo(281414,"24849","LDS01BA","gallery","ASHRIDGE BLUEBELLS copy.jpg",600,389,"Bluebells in Ashridge",1,1,"During May Ashridge estate in Buckinghamshire bursts into colour when these delicate flowers bloom. This image is part of a series taken with a soft focus lens. Adding some creativity to the scene. ","","Ron Tear","Ashridge Estate,National Trust,Bucks,UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[281662]=new photo(281662,"24849","LDS02BP","gallery","BUTTERMERE PINES.jpg",600,290,"Buttermere Pines,Buttermere Lake District.",1,1,"This famous view of these splendid trees took eight visits, in different years to finally capture this image. The lake mirror calm,reflecting the trees before the inevitable breeze ripples the surface to disturb this scene.This has some satisfaction other than the splendid moment of capture,I recently won a Gold medal in the Austrian Super Circuit with an image taken at this time. ","","Ron Tear","Buttermere, Lake District.","","","",1);backgrounds[281674]=new photo(281674,"24849","LDS03CC","gallery","corfe dawn 2 copy.jpg",600,387,"Corfe Castle Dawn",1,1,"When Maggie and I spent 4 days in Swanage during the Autumn school holiday break (we both work in schools). I had this image in my mind,every morning up at 5.30 am peer through the gloom then back to bed. On the 4th morning out I went (Maggie chose to stay!) up to a villge named Kingston. The view from the roadside into the valley of fog was stunning.Put up the tripod and waited for sunrise in the cold,damp air. The sun appeared only to dissapear into a bank of cloud.I carried on taking images till the light became stronger and the fog dissipated.This was the result of those images!","","Ron Tear","Corfe Castle,Swanage, Isle of Purbeck","","","",1);backgrounds[281845]=new photo(281845,"24849","LDS07DW","gallery","FROZEN DERWENT WATER copy.jpg",600,284,"Derwent Water, Keswick Lake District.",1,1,"After a very cold night with added snowfall this scene presented itself. We were up before dawn and down to the lakeside. The lake (Water)was frozen over completely and I spotted this photographer on the ice!. He made the perfect foil for this image looking back to Friars Crag and Cat Bells in the distance.He did not fall through!","","Ron Tear","Derwent Water,Keswick Lake District","","","",1);backgrounds[281887]=new photo(281887,"24849","LDS08GS","gallery","GLARAMARA BLIZZARD.jpg",600,394,"Glaramara blizzard Lake District.",1,1,"Maggie is an accomplished hill walker(likes nothing more than getting her boots on) I just follow trying to keep up whilst taking photos on the way.This occasion we were on a winter mountain course thet was cancelled due to no snow.We awoke on day three of our planned stay to find it had snowed overnight! Our plan was to do the course on our own (just practice), on arriving on the summit of Glaramara we practiced our ice axe skills only to find ourselves in a blizzard(very exciting!). I specialise in inclement weather photography this opputunity was not to be missed.-13 and no one else in the hills perfect!","","Ron Tear","Glaramara,Lake District","","","",1);backgrounds[281969]=new photo(281969,"24849","LDS09LS","gallery","LIEGH ON SEA 2 copy.jpg",600,393,"Leigh on Sea Essex",1,1,"This coastal town just some miles from Southend is famous for its cockles and its mud! When the tide is out the mudflats take on a surreal exspanse.This image was taken with Tungsten film which when exsposed in day light gives the images a blue cold feel.","","Ron Tear","Leigh on Sea, Essex.","","","",1);backgrounds[282018]=new photo(282018,"24849","LDS10M","gallery","M11 IN FOG copy.jpg",600,379,"M11 in fog",1,1,"Taken from a road bridge above the M11 in thick fog. A long exsposure was requiered to exspose the film. This was the result at F16 30secs tripod mounted","","Ron Tear","Chigwell Essex M11","","","",1);backgrounds[283291]=new photo(283291,"24849","LDS11DB","gallery","NORTHUMBERLAND DUNSTANBURGH copy.jpg",600,290,"Dunstanburgh Castle, Northumberland.",1,1,"This view from the north side of the castle includes the large smooth boulders.Geting down amongst these can be tricky, Maggie managed to wedge her camera bag in between these with the tide coming in.It is a Lowepro bag and it would not budge, with the tide ever closer it was time to remove the contents and leave it.I gave it a final kick of the strap and it came free. It has proved to be a resilient bag! The overcast sky adds to the mood of this image.","","Ron Tear","Dunstanburgh Castle, Embleton Bay, Northuberland","","","",1);backgrounds[284298]=new photo(284298,"24849","LDS15SE","gallery","SOUTHEND PIER IN FOG.jpg",600,205,"Southend Pier in fog",1,1,"The famous pier at Southend, reputed to be the longest in Europe. On this occasion mystery added by the heavy sea fog obscuring the end of the pier.I waited for the train to arrive to give added life and scale along with the pedestrians.This has been the only time that I have witnessed fog at this location.","","Ron Tear","Southend on Sea, Essex, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[284370]=new photo(284370,"24849","LDS17LR","gallery","WINTER STORM LYME REGIS copy.jpg",600,283,"The Cob, Lyme Regis,Dorset",1,1,"A winters storm pounds this harbour wall sending the surf over, to the excitment of the figures on the wall.Always special to witness these storms which may increase in their ferocity due to the changing weather patterns.","","Ron Tear","The Cob, Lyme Regis, Dorset,UK ","","","",1);backgrounds[305097]=new photo(305097,"24849","LDS19BW","gallery","BLENCATHRA IN WINTER.jpg",500,197,"Blencathra in winter.",1,1,"We climbed this most northern of the Lake District hills from Threlkeld. It started easy onto the main ridge.On reaching the spine of rock called Halls Fell the going became somewhat more serious.With soft snow and the the odd blizzard coupled with whiteout this proved to be an exciting climb. It was a case of holding on and scambling this rocky spine. In some places it meant riding the rocks with a sheer drop either side! On reaching the summit the scene was stupendous with all the elements thrown in! <br>\r\nA day to remember, a worthy climb.","","Ron Tear","Blencathra, Lake District, UK ","","","",1);backgrounds[310106]=new photo(310106,"24849","LDS22SS","gallery","SNOWDON SUMMIT copy.jpg",500,324,"Snowdon summit",1,1,"We started the climb on the Pyg track, as we ascended the ice and snow became more serious.Towards the summit ,the terrain became like an ice rink, gaining the summit a slippery affair.I had borrowed Maggies lens and unfortunately dropped it! only for another climber to stop it rolling to oblivion.The views when the cloud broke were stunning, the feeling of being on top of the world.","","Ron Tear","Snowdon,Snowdonia, Wales,","","","",1);backgrounds[311292]=new photo(311292,"24849","LDS23LS","gallery","LUSKYNTRE BEACH copy.jpg",500,327,"Luskentyre Storm",1,1,"On the Hebridian island of Harris is the most beautiful bay of Luskentyre.Taransay is the large dark area to the left in this image.It was the home of Castaway, a BBC reality show.The sky in the distance is a storm over the Harris mountains, we stood in sunshine and observed in awe.The Outer Hebrides are magical, fascinating, beguiling and totally captivating.","","Ron Tear","Harris,Outer Hebrides,Scotland, UK","","","",1);backgrounds[313205]=new photo(313205,"24849","LDS25ES","gallery","essex signpost.jpg",500,327,"Essex Signpost",1,1,"This weathered signpost was spotted at a crossroad near Hobbs Cross farm.It immediately caught my imagination.With the strong yellow of the oil seed rape and the cow parsley, coupled with that sky.Landscape photography can be interpreted in many ways, for me this works.","","Ron Tear","Abridge, Essex, UK","","","",1);backgrounds[315377]=new photo(315377,"24849","LDS27CD","gallery","STORM WAVE THE COB.jpg",500,327,"Storm wave The Cob, Dorset",1,1,'Th Cob, at Lyme Regis, made famous in the film, "The French Lieutenant\'s Woman", evocative in the film and also the day we went, in late October. The Westerly wind was very strong that day, hitting the breakwater with such force as to send the waves crashing over.  I underexposed the image, which creates this awesome, moody feel, a situation you may not repeat easily.',"","Maggie Tear","The Cob, Lyme Regis, Dorset,UK ","","","",1);backgrounds[339885]=new photo(339885,"24849","LDS30CS","gallery","COLOUR OF SUMMER copy.jpg",446,600,"Colour of summer",1,1,"The vibrant colour of a field of poppies is a photo opputunity not to be missed. In this case a 2mile walk from the car, complete with tripod. Spotted from the M2 in Kent could not resist an investigation. It was worth the walk, the lighting contre jour bringing out the richness of these plants. One of the best fields I have seen recently.The colour of summer!.","","Ron Tear","Off the M2, Kent, UK","","","",1);backgrounds[348876]=new photo(348876,"24849","LDS31MS","gallery","maryport storm.jpg",500,237,"Maryport Storm",1,1,"The lake district is known for it's mesmerising landscapes, but it does have other sides. Such as it's coastline,we had climbed some of the peaks and fancied a rest so we went to the coast.Initially we struggled but the more you  looked the more the opportunitys arose.The seafront at Maryport was just that.We arrived at the start of high tide, the wind got up and rainclouds scurried across the sky.The waves were increasingly larger by the minute, eventually we were witnessing a westerly storm. A photo opportunity with the occasional glimpse of sunlight illuminating the breaking waves.Somebody once quoted to me they had never seen Maryport so photgenic, the power of nature to add the last ingredient. ","","Ron Tear","Maryport, Cumbria, UK","","","",1);backgrounds[349656]=new photo(349656,"24849","LDS32DW","gallery","DERWENT WATER REFLECTION.jpg",500,237,"Derwent Water reflection",1,1,"Getting up early for our photography is harder to do these days, but once up and out, in condtions like these, it's worth the effort.  Derwent Water was like glass and early morning is often the only time to see it like this.  The beauty just took our breath away, especially as we were the only ones standing there.  Cat Bells, the mountain you can see, looks stunning with the colours it was displaying, looking even richer in this early light. ","","Maggie Tear","Derwent Water,Keswick Lake District","","","",1);backgrounds[351292]=new photo(351292,"24849","LDS33DD","gallery","DERWENT DAWN.jpg",500,237,"Derwent Dawn",1,1,"The profesional photographers of landscapes always insist that to gain the best images one must start at dawn and return at dusk.This was  the case for this image.We left the B/B before dawn , set up at the desired location and waited.This was at about 7.00am in October, it was cold (always something to consider at this time of day!).It never lasts, so one has to work quickly,the light if your lucky will be splendid.I always take plenty of images in this situation, every one different.","","Ron Tear","Nr Keswick, Cumbria,UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[362350]=new photo(362350,"24849","LDS34AL","gallery","ACROSS THE LANGDALES.jpg",500,163,"Across the Langdales",1,1,"The Langdale Pikes are some of Lakeland's favourite mountains, not too high to climb, very attreactive in shape and having amazing names like Pavey Arc and Harrison Stickle.  We were on Crinkle Crags, experiencing blizzards, with the mountains emerging and then disappearing again as the next lot of snow came driving in.  Quite a day!","","Maggie Tear","Crinkle crags, Lake district, Cumbria, UK","","","",1);backgrounds[362363]=new photo(362363,"24849","LDS35CP","gallery","CHEVIOT PATTERNS.jpg",500,252,"Cheviot patterns",1,1,"The Cheviot Hills were a new venture for us and turned out to be a relatively undiscovered gem, as is so much of Northumberland.  The ever changing light as the sun moved between clouds caused these wonderful colour patterns which were fascinating to stand and watch.  I don't think i've ever seen such an amazing array of colours in the hills before.","","Maggie Tear","Cheviot hills, Northumberland, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[362375]=new photo(362375,"24849","LDS36CCC","gallery","CRIB COCH CLOUDSCAPE.jpg",500,326,"Crib Goch cloudscape",1,1,"The impact in this image is created by this mass of heavy cloud sitting right over Crib Goch, one of the four mountains in the Snowdon Horseshoe. We just knew that at any minute the mountain was going to receive the contents of that wonderful cloud. These are the best conditions to do this type of photography, as long as you don't mind getting engulfed yourself! ","","Maggie Tear","Snowdonia, ","","","",1);backgrounds[996981]=new photo(996981,"24849","","gallery","Bank holiday weather.jpg",468,218,"Bank Holiday Weather.",1,1,"This image for me sums up Bank holidays. Driving to the coast for a day out, only to find the weather changing on the way and rain eventually arrives. Then a torturous jouney home in traffic jams. Only to repeat this next Bank Holiday!","","Ron Tear","Brighton, South coast, West Sussex,","","","",1);backgrounds[997001]=new photo(997001,"24849","","gallery","Blencathra summit.jpg",500,246,"Blencathra Summit",1,1,"Atfer a climb, crawl on Halls fell we finnaly gained the summit. This was the scene that greeted us. Desolate, windswept and vast. The figures add scale. This image was in the final of Wanderlust competition.","","Ron Tear","Blencathra, Lake District, UK ","","","",1);backgrounds[1028100]=new photo(1028100,"24849","","gallery","Dale head  2.jpg",600,385,"Dale Head Summit.",1,1,"Looking down Newlands Valley towards Keswick. A gentle climb to the summit with an option to carry on and complete the Horseshoe.","","Ron Tear","Dale Head, Lake district, Newlands Valley.UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1034549]=new photo(1034549,"24849","","gallery","Snowdonia weather web site. 2 copy.jpg",401,600,"Snowdonia Weather.",1,1,"Whilst ascending Moelwyn Mawr, looking into Snowdonia this was the scene. An image of how weather can change in mountainous regions. Always moody and heavy, the clouds hug the tops.","","Ron Tear","Snowdonia, Moelwyn Mawr, Cwm Orthin, Wales, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1034571]=new photo(1034571,"24849","","gallery","MORECAMBE BAY RAIN copy.jpg",565,190,"Morecambe Bay crossing",1,1,"Maggie and I decided we wanted to complete this 11 mile walk across the notorious sands. Led by an expert and about 100 other walkers. We started in dry weather and some stretches of shallow water. The rain arrived soon after the start and the water became deeper in places. At one point it was up to our thighs with a brisk current, the water was warm due to the recent weather. We completed it for Cancer Research and are owners of a proud certificate.","","Ron Tear","Morecambe Bay Lancashire, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1052898]=new photo(1052898,"24849","","gallery","Lone walker WEB SITE copy.jpg",600,197,"Lone walker, Fairfield.",1,1,"Taken on the summit of Fairfield, in the Lake District. Our second attempt at this peak, we went on to climb St Sunday Crag also. It was Autumn and the view was clear all the way to the Irish sea. This resulted in the reccesion seen in this image.","","Ron Tear.","Fairfield, Lake District, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1054406]=new photo(1054406,"24849","","gallery","Lone fisherman copy.jpg",600,193,"Rutland Dusk.",1,1,"This lone fisherman was trying hard to catch a trout. Rutland Water, the largest manmade reservoir in England is full of them. Also home to breeding Ospreys, this is a fascinating location. Holds the Bird Fair every year.","","Ron Tear.","Rutland Water, Leicestershire, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1054426]=new photo(1054426,"24849","","gallery","BRECON BEACONS SNOW WEB SITE. copy.jpg",500,167,"Brecon Beacon weather.",1,1,"At the start of our climb on Pen y Fan, this was the sight to greet us. We had to cross this landscape to gain the hills. Up onto the ridge and along to the summits of Corn Du and Pen y Fan. Exhilerating day !","","Ron Tear.","Brecon Beacons, Sth Wales, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1054428]=new photo(1054428,"24849","","gallery","DALBEG STONES copy1.jpg",326,500,"Boulders of Dalbeg.",1,1,"Western Isle's off Scotland are rugged and wild. Battered by the Atlantic Ocean the shorelines are the front line of resistance. It shapes these very large boulders, smooth and colourful.","","Ron Tear.","Dalbeg, Lewis, Outer Hebrides. UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1054457]=new photo(1054457,"24849","","gallery","North Uist beach  web page copy.jpg",600,260,"North Uist beach.",1,1,"The islands of the Outer Hebrides are unigue, beaches made up of seashells. Battered by the Atlantic, these beaches are white in colour and smooth. Here a moody sky adds to the drama of the landscape.","","Ron Tear.","North Uist, Outer Hebrides, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1056643]=new photo(1056643,"24849","","gallery","RUTLAND WATER TROUT FISHERMAN 2 copy.jpg",500,237,"Rutland Water, Fisherman.",1,1,"Rutland Water is a mecca for fisherman and birds. Filled with Trout skill is required to catch these wiley fish. With the setting sun this fishermans prospect of catching one were diminishing.","","Ron Tear,","Rutland Water, Leicestershire, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1057347]=new photo(1057347,"24849","","gallery","WINSKILL STONES 2  web site 2copy.jpg",600,327,"Winskill Stones.",1,1,"This single Hawthorn makes a vital focal point within the limestone pavement at Winskill Stones. These geological area's are rich photographic opportunities, known as glints and grikes by the local populace. Bleak during the winter months.","","Ron Tear.","Winskill Stones, West Yorkshire, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1057367]=new photo(1057367,"24849","","gallery","Hawthorne sunset copy.jpg",500,329,"Hawthorn Sunset.",1,1,"Another image from Winskill, only this time I waited for dusk. Long hour at this time of year. The light working it's magic.","","Ron Tear.","Winskill Stones, West Yorkshire, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1061912]=new photo(1061912,"24849","","gallery","A1 WEATHER copy.jpg",500,235,"A1 Weather.",1,1,"Driving in torrential rain/snow is a common occurance on UK roads. I wanted to capture what we dont see as drivers. Maggie drove on this occasion so that I could experiment with the camera. It is the soft impressionistic result that I like. Not driving in it! ","","Ron Tear.","A1, Trunk Road to Scotland. UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1066660]=new photo(1066660,"24849","","gallery","Scafells ,winter.jpg",600,285,"Scafels in Winter.",1,1,"On Crinkle Crags you can have a spendid view of the Western fells. Included in these is Englands highest peak. Scafel Pike, the r/h peak of these two. The other is Scafel just as dominant. In winter conditions demanding climbing.","","Ron Tear.","Crinkle Crags, Cumbria, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1074964]=new photo(1074964,"24849","","gallery"," web page. Sunset Fisherman..jpg",500,202,"Sunset Fisherman.",1,1,"Different positions and perspective can make the same scene so different. Here another image of the fisherman at Rutland Water. I have cropped the image to focus on the silhouette and those ripples. A slight softness adds to the appeal.","","Ron Tear.","Rutland Water, Leicestershire, UK","","","",1);backgrounds[1092321]=new photo(1092321,"24849","","gallery","Aira Beck.jpg",500,231,"Aira Beck.",1,1,"Aira beck flows into it's famous namesake falls. During the autumn months with rain this swell into a torrent. On such an occasion I photographed in heavy rain. The leaves were seen ( not placed ) and complimented the green algae that had grown on this boulder in the middle of the beck. Long exposure has given the feeling of flow with leaves passing through the image in the water.","","Ron Tear.","Aira Beck, Ulswater, Cumbria, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1096020]=new photo(1096020,"24849","","gallery","Roding Dawn web page.1.jpg",500,317,"Dawn, River Roding.",1,1,"This river is my local, fish and kingfishers inhabit this stretch of water. It wends it's way to the Thames estuary at Barking Creek. It runs through pastural landscape and does suffer the odd polution wipeout.","","Ron Tear.","Debden, Essex, UK","","","",1);backgrounds[1120421]=new photo(1120421,"24849","","gallery","Castle Crag 2 Borrowdale copy.jpg",600,280,"Castle Crag Borrowdale.",1,1,"From Derwent Water in Keswick this can be seen. Castle Crag the dominant peak in this scene was eveloped in cloud one moment then not the next. The atmosphere changed constantly. Sums up the mood of the Lakes.","","Ron Tear.","Derwent Water, Keswick, Cumbria, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1120556]=new photo(1120556,"24849","","gallery","Storm passing web page..jpg",385,600,"Passing Shower.",1,1,"On this day whilst climbing Crinkle Crags the weather was inclement. In between frequent snow showers, glimpses of sun. It was cold but it made for another memorable day in the hills.","","Ron Tear.","Crinkle Crags, Lake District, Cumbria, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1135997]=new photo(1135997,"24849","","gallery","Fog bound fishermen 3 copy.jpg",600,268,"Fog bound Fishermen.",1,1,"An urban landscape taken in London. Clapton on the River Lea a popular fishing spot. Good for Chub and Roach in any conditions. Fishermen are normally hardy types.","","Ron Tear.","River Lea, Clapton, East London, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1136110]=new photo(1136110,"24849","","gallery"," Beach 2 web site.jpg",389,600,"Beach, Nth Uist",1,1,"The Outer Hebrides are jewels on the west coast of Scotland. They form a chain of islands each very individual. North Uist is no exception with it's beaches and high hills. In this image a receeding wave adds motion and the weather adds mood.","","Ron Tear.","North Uist, Outer Hebrides, Scotland, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1142801]=new photo(1142801,"24849","","gallery","Force six. web site.jpg",500,242,"Force Six, Hayling Island.",1,1,"Haylng Island was popular with wind surfers and watersports. On this occasion a force 6 gale was blowing in. There were the few that took to the waves. Driving rain and salt spray meant a challenge to overcome.","","Ron Tear.","Hayling Island, Hampshire, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1156397]=new photo(1156397,"24849","","gallery","SUNLIT BANBURGH copy.jpg",600,283,"Sunlit Bamburgh",1,1,"During our visit to Northumberland this was one of the must visit locations. I could see that there might be a break in this rain threatening sky. Waiting when Maggie informed me that we had to go ( meal booked in the Treehouse Resturant, Alnwick ). The sun did breakthrough and we made it to the meal, just !","","Ron Tear.","Bamburgh, Bamburgh Castle, Northumberland, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1156462]=new photo(1156462,"24849","","gallery","Windsurfers copy.jpg",600,202,"Windsurfers Brighton.",1,1,"Taken during the windsurfing championships held in Brighton. As they lined up the sun broke through allowing this one image. The guys either end aided the composition fortunately.","","Ron Tear.","Brighton, East Sussex,  UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1307198]=new photo(1307198,"24849","","gallery","with border. Wave.jpg web page..jpg",600,198,"Into the Wave.",1,1,"One of the many bays on the beautiful island of Barra in the Outer Hebrides. The Atlantic surf rushes in to create these magnificent waves. The locals seem to enjoy them as seen here.","","Ron Tear.","Barra, Outer Hebrides, NW Scotland, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1538598]=new photo(1538598,"24849","","gallery","Derwent Dawn..jpg",600,285,"Derwent Dawn.",1,0,"Early mist hangs over the body of Derwent Water. The cool light and atmosphere add up to an expressive scene. The lower hills in the b/g add scale.","","Ron Tear.","Derwent Water, Lake District, Cumbria, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1782553]=new photo(1782553,"24849","","gallery","Autumn..jpg",385,600,"Autumn.",1,0,"Taken in Epping forest during this magnificent Autumn. It was late but worth it, superb colours this year.","","Ron Tear","Epping Forest, Loughton, Essex, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[1945607]=new photo(1945607,"24849","","gallery","Aview from the top.jpg",600,378,"From the Summit.",1,0,"Taken from the summmit of Snowdon, looking south/west. The inference from the low cloud aiding the atmospherics in this scene.","","Ron Tear","Snowdon,Snowdonia, Wales,","","","",1);backgrounds[1984607]=new photo(1984607,"24849","","gallery","Boray..jpg",391,600,"Boray.",1,0,"This rocky outcrop 50 miles from Nth Uist in the Atlantic ocean was on our way to St Kilda. A fast inflatable got us to St Kilda in 1.5 hrs. We stopped here briefly to admire the Gannet colony ( 60,000 ) Taken in the swell beside this magnificent location. St Kilda was stunning also.","","Ron Tear","Boray, Atlantic ocean, St Kilda, n/w Scotland coast.","","","",1);backgrounds[1984667]=new photo(1984667,"24849","","gallery","Golden Dawn..jpg",600,396,"Golden Dawn.",1,0,"East Sussex is a reletivly rural landscape, it also has hills with shallow valleys. On our way to the Bluebell Railway there was a lot to photograph. This appealed to me, fog, light and tree's.","","Ron Tear","East Sussex, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[2011270]=new photo(2011270,"24849","","gallery","Borage..jpg",600,373,"Borage.",1,0,"A plant grown for it's oil content. It has a purple flowering head which is very attractive when seen en mass. Here contre'jour lighting does accentuate this.","","Ron Tear","Arable field, Harlow, Essex, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[2017939]=new photo(2017939,"24849","","gallery","Shropshire oak..jpg",600,285,"Shropshire Oak.",1,0,"Much Wenlock in Shropshire, an undiscovered county which we are exploring gradually. Farmers grow crops around these sentinels, much photographed.","","Ron Tear","Much Wenlock, Shropshire, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[2053682]=new photo(2053682,"24849","","gallery","Fog.jpg",600,386,"Dawn on Derwent.",1,0,"Derwent Water at any time of the year can be mysterious and moody. Autumn always can be just this. The cold blue light of dawn accentuates the low fog.","","Ron Tear","Derwent Water,Keswick Lake District","","","",1);backgrounds[2056983]=new photo(2056983,"24849","","gallery","Light and shade..jpg",600,384,"Light and shade.",1,0,"The Welsh landscape has huge potential. Dramatic hills and mountains to rival the rest of the UK. Here on the outskirts of Snowdonia the light plays with the landscape. Beautiful to observe.","","Ron Tear.","Nth Wales, foothills of Snowdonia, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[2741268]=new photo(2741268,"24849","","gallery","Beachy Head copy.jpg",600,400,"Beachy Head Lighthouse.",1,0,"Famous landmark in East Sussex. This lighthouse is synonomous with the Sussex downs and the Seven Sisters. Until recently stood alone out at sea. Erosion of the has resulted in a chalk bridge being formed through the collapse of the cliffs. This image was a long exposure taken during a gale, quite a night.","","Ron Tear.","Seven Sisters, East Sussex, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[2741309]=new photo(2741309,"24849","","gallery","Beach survival.jpg",415,600,"Beach Detail.",1,0,"The landscape at our feet is often ignored. Survival is the key to our shoreline plants. The salt exposure makes these hardy plants. As with all extremes plants adapt and survive. It was the composition of nature that attracted me.","","Ron Tear.","South Uist, Outer Hebrides, Scotland, UK","","","",1);backgrounds[2743331]=new photo(2743331,"24849","","gallery","Light and shade.2.jpg",388,600,"Light and shade.",1,0,"A foggy morning in Epping forest, as the sun rises and illuminates the receeding fog. Always a photo opportunity.","","Ron Tear","Epping Forest, Loughton, Essex, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[2743394]=new photo(2743394,"24849","","gallery","Light..jpg",600,346,"Light on the shore line.",1,0,"Newgale in South Wales, the light illuminating the sea shore. Evocative skyscape, beautiful Wales.","","Ron Tear","Newgale, Sth Wales, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[2762641]=new photo(2762641,"24849","","gallery","Heavy Rain 2  .jpg",600,293,"Lake District weather.",1,0,"When we started the climb up Bowfell the weather was fine. It soon changed as it does in mountainous regions, rain first then followed by snow as the ascent became higher. A throughly exciting experience,if you know what your doing.","","Ron Tear.","Lake district, Bowfell, Cumbria, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[2770073]=new photo(2770073,"24849","","gallery","Isle of Skye.jpg",600,162,"Rhum and Eigg.",1,0,"As seen from the Isle of Skye. It was the abandoned farmhouse that compleated the scene. These crofters buildings left to rot are attractive additions to the landscape.","","Ron Tear","Isle of Skye, Outer Hebrides, Scotland, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[2790428]=new photo(2790428,"24849","","gallery","Worbarrow  6 copy.jpg",389,600,"Wobarrow Bay.",1,0,"This beautiful part of Dorset is relatively quite. Hidden bays and coves are well kept secrets. Wobarrow is one such area, the village of Tyneham is near by. Abandonded 1941 it has remained so because the army use this are for gunnery training.The public are allowed on non training days.","","Ron Tear","Wobarrow Bay, Dorset, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[2790448]=new photo(2790448,"24849","","gallery","Storm Brewing.jpg",600,268,"Storm brewing.",1,0,"The outer hills of Snowdonia, rolling mounds to the base of the mountains. This day of contrasts perfect for photography.","","Ron Tear","Outer Snowdonia, Nrth Wales, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[2950352]=new photo(2950352,"24849","","gallery","Autumnal richness.jpg",600,392,"Autumnal Richness.",1,0,"Epping forest at the height of Autumn. Colourful forest floor to match the tree's. Natures rich pallete.","","Ron Tear","Epping Forest, Loughton, Essex, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[2962600]=new photo(2962600,"24849","","gallery","Light in the forest..jpg",600,384,"Light in woodland.",1,0,"Epping forest is a Beech and Oak woodland. The Beech have been pollarded for many years. Distinctive shapes that add to the forest design.","","Ron Tear","Epping Forest, Loughton, Essex, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3068636]=new photo(3068636,"24849","","gallery","GREEN GLOW.jpg",600,400,"Green Glow.",1,0,"St Johns in the Vale, off the A551 in the Lake District. Light and autumnal tones are irresistable. Capturing the light on a tree lined ridge with a hint of a sleet shower.","","Ron Tear","Lake district, St Johns vale, Cumbria, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3089643]=new photo(3089643,"24849","","gallery","Light 1copy.jpg",600,402,"Light.",1,0,"Light illuminating individual tree's. Irresistable.","","Ron Tear","Lake District, Rydal water, Cumbria, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3145236]=new photo(3145236,"24849","","gallery","Light on the Scafels..jpg",600,290,"Light on the Scafels.",1,0,"A view of the Scafels with beautiful winter light. In between snow showers, the wonder of mountains.","","Ron Tear","Lake district, Scafel, Cumbria, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3228906]=new photo(3228906,"24849","","gallery","Derwent dawn copy.jpg",600,400,"Derwent Dawn.",1,0,"Out before breakfast is served in Keswick. Autumnal colours and still waters, Friars crag the viewpoint. Looking towards the hills at dawn, magical silence.","","Ron Tear.","Derwent Water,Keswick Lake District","","","",1);backgrounds[3229438]=new photo(3229438,"24849","","gallery","Lighthouse Western isles.jpg",600,168,"Lighthouse.",1,0,"Taken from the ferry near the Isle of Mull. These straits are trecherous so lighthouses are abundant.","","Ron Tear.","Mull, near Tobermoray, Scotland, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3261100]=new photo(3261100,"24849","","gallery","Poppy field. copy.jpg",600,365,"Poppy Field.",1,0,"Field of poppies, Kent. It is the bank of red of course that attracts.","","Ron Tear","Kent, off the M20, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3261341]=new photo(3261341,"24849","","gallery","Poppy 2 copy.jpg",600,401,"Poppy Field.",1,0,"More poppies but with cornflowers to break up the red.","","Maggie Tear","Kent, near M20. UK","","","",1);backgrounds[3261360]=new photo(3261360,"24849","","gallery","Rainbow over the Langdales.jpg",600,400,"Rainbow over the Langdales.",1,0,"A trip to Blea Tarn is always worth while. It's location is so photogenic. On this occasion a mixture of rain, snow and light produced exceiting conditions.","","Ron Tear","Lake District, NW England, Cumbria, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3261367]=new photo(3261367,"24849","","gallery","Lit reeds 1.jpg",600,400,"Golden Reeds.",1,0,"A recent trip to the Somerset levels, golden light of a cold frosty day. Reeds aglow with the low setting sun.","","Ron Tear","Somerset levels, Glastonbury, Somerset, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3275142]=new photo(3275142,"24849","","gallery","That bothy..jpg",336,500,"Bothy, Glen Coe.",1,0,'This famous land mark under the " Buchaille Etive Mor " refuge for bad weather or early start. Bad weather was the order for the day !',"","Ron Tear","Glen Coe, NW Scotland, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3275163]=new photo(3275163,"24849","","gallery","Summer light. copy.jpg",600,266,"Summer light.",1,0,"Glen Coe has a gentler softer side during the summer months. Appealing light and tree's, perfect combination.","","Ron Tear.","Glen Coe, NWScotland, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3275203]=new photo(3275203,"24849","","gallery","Surf. copy.jpg",600,294,"Surf.",1,0,"South westerly winds, guaranteed to whip up a storm. Here at Hayling Island, windsurfers and borders enjoy the surf.","","Ron Tear","Hayling Island, Hampshire, UK","","","",1);backgrounds[3275226]=new photo(3275226,"24849","","gallery","Tidal copy.jpg",600,347,"End of the Day.",1,0,"The English channel on a winters sunset. Tranquil and calm, after a cold bright day.","","Ron Tear","Littlehampton, West Sussex, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3275230]=new photo(3275230,"24849","","gallery","Lone Tree..jpg",600,389,"Morning light.",1,0,"The Lake district is an english paradise. Valleys and lakes and tree's. Lit from behind, near silhouette and fresh tones.","","Ron Tear","Lake district, valley, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3276036]=new photo(3276036,"24849","","gallery","Rain.jpg",600,296,"Rain.",1,0,"What to expect in the Lake District. When climbing the mountains of the Lakes weather plays an important part. Always be prepared for the unexpected, on this occasion the heavens opened in front of us, but we remained dry !","","Ron Tear.","Lake District, Howtown, Ulswater, Cumbria, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3276065]=new photo(3276065,"24849","","gallery","Llt Great Gable.jpg",600,400,"Great Gable.",1,0,"We climbed this in whiteout the previous day, I took a rest from scaling the peaks, Maggie went ahead with the ridge of Maiden moor ect !","","Ron Tear","Great Gable, Wasdale, Cumbria, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3324626]=new photo(3324626,"24849","","gallery","Ray of light.jpg",600,273,"Ray of light.",1,0,"After a very early start 3am in London and a drive to Glenriding. We climb in thigh deep snow to our goal Striding edge. A kiss and embrace, onto this famous ridge. Soft fresh snow helped our traverse. On to Helvelyn and back to the car in Glenriding. 12 miles of exhileration.!","","Ron Tear","Lake district, Fells, Cumbria, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3331700]=new photo(3331700,"24849","","gallery","Frozen Derwent. copy.jpg",600,379,"Derwent Water, frozen.",1,0,"Not often does this exspanse of water freeze. It was very cold nad this was the sight that greeted us in the early morning. Photographers were standing on it also !","","Ron Tear.","Derwent Water, Keswick, Cumbria, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3331715]=new photo(3331715,"24849","","gallery","Autumnal sunshine..jpg",600,400,"Autumnal light.",1,0,"Along Coniston Water are these mixed woodlands. Perfect for an end of stay stroll, 4 miles later the car appeared !","","Ron Tear.","Coniston Water, Lake District, Cumbria, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3331771]=new photo(3331771,"24849","","gallery","Lit Tree 1_1795 copy copy.jpg",600,400,"Lit.",1,0,"Autumn is a magical season. Burnished tones add light and the scene is transformed. This is just on such occasion.","","Ron Tear","Lake District, Thirlmire, Cumbria, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3334739]=new photo(3334739,"24849","","gallery","Skiddaw..jpg",600,199,"Skiddaw dawn.",1,0,"Taken from Crow park in Keswick. Was there for dawn and the hills just lit with this pink glow.","","Ron Tear.","Crow Park, Keswick, Cumbria, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3358376]=new photo(3358376,"24849","","gallery","West Mersea sunset..jpg",412,600,"West Mersey Sunset.",1,0,"A fish eye view of an Essex sunset. Vivid illumination.","","Ron Tear","West Mersey, Essex, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3358443]=new photo(3358443,"24849","","gallery","Woodland Decoration..jpg",600,357,"Woodland Decoration.",1,0,"As Spring approaches these beautiful plants start to appear. Bringing a slash of white to the returning woodland.","","Ron Tear","Essex woodland, Essex, UK","","","",1);backgrounds[3359729]=new photo(3359729,"24849","","gallery","Rain 2.jpg",600,187,"Rain and shine",1,0,"What to expect in the Lake district, inclement weather ! ","","Ron Tear","Lake District, Cumbria, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3430567]=new photo(3430567,"24849","","gallery","Blaven..jpg",600,375,"Blaven.",1,0,"Part of the Black Cullins of Skye. This peak silhouetted against a Scottish sunset.","","Ron Tear","Isle of Skye, N/W Scotland, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3716235]=new photo(3716235,"24849","","gallery","Bay_at_Portmerion_2.jpg",600,400,"Bay at Portmeirion.",1,0,"Fascinating strands left by the receeding tide at Portmeirion bay in North Wales. It was the play of light that changed constantly.","","Ron Tear","Portmeirion Bay, Portmeirion, North Wales, Britain.","","","",1);backgrounds[3719152]=new photo(3719152,"24849","","gallery","Llyn_Gwynant_2.jpg",600,400,"Llyn Gwynant",1,0,"Our recent visit to North Wales and Snowdonia, out early to catch the stillness of dawn on the surrounding lakes. Llyn Gwynant was mesmerising.","","Ron Tear","Llyn Gwynant, Beddgelert, Snowdonia, Wales, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3719256]=new photo(3719256,"24849","","gallery","Evening_sky_1.jpg",600,400,"Evening Sky.",1,0,"One of many images taken from this location above the bay at Portmeirion. A fantastic time was had.","","Ron Tear.","Portmeirion bay, North Wales, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3719261]=new photo(3719261,"24849","","gallery","Early_light.jpg",600,400,"Light in the Valley.",1,0,"Taken from the A458 on our way to Welshpool. The light illuminating these tree's and a conifer back ground.","","Ron Tear.","Near Welshpool, A458, Mid Wales, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3719283]=new photo(3719283,"24849","","gallery","Blaenau_2.jpg",333,500,"Blaenau Ffestiniog.",1,0,"Slate tips make for exhilerating images. They tower over the buildings in the foreground. A photographers delight.","","Ron Tear","Blaenau Festiniog, North Wales, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3747505]=new photo(3747505,"24849","","gallery","Nant_Gwynant_4.jpg",600,392,"Llyn Gwynant reflection.",1,0,"The stillness of dawn reflected in Gwynant mirror like. The yellow gorse adding it's colour to the scene.","","Ron Tear","Llyn Gwynant, Snowdonia, Nth Wales, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3747560]=new photo(3747560,"24849","","gallery","Tracks_and_cocklers.jpg",600,391,"Tracks and cocklers.",1,0,"Cockleshell bay on Barra in the Outer Hebrides has the only beach landing strip. It also produces extremely good cockles. The planes land on low tide when they have finished the cocklers come out !","","Ron Tear.","Cockleshell Bay, Barra, Outer Hebrides, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3747566]=new photo(3747566,"24849","","gallery","Golden_glow.jpg",600,400,"Golden Glow.",1,0,"Portmeirion Bay, the setting sun reflected in the pools and riverlets of the bay at low tide.","","Ron Tear","Portmeirion Bay, Portmeirion, Nrth Wales, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3747584]=new photo(3747584,"24849","","gallery","Golden_glow3_.jpg",600,256,"Afterglow",1,0,"From an elevated position above Portmeirion Bay, witnessed this beautiful scene.","","Ron Tear","Above Portmeirion, Snowdonia, Wales, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3749644]=new photo(3749644,"24849","","gallery","Beached_Huts_2.jpg",600,400,"Beached Huts.",1,0,"Llanbedr beach with these colourful beach huts. Given more impact with the doulble reflection in the standing water.","","Ron Tear","Llanbedr, Llyn Peninsula, Nrth Wales, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3749830]=new photo(3749830,"24849","","gallery","Moel_Siabod.jpg",600,400,"Moel Siabod.",1,0,"This most popular of the Snowdonia peaks was a challenge on our first day, we went up via the scramble. Testing but worth it for the fine views to the biggies !","","Ron Tear.","Moel Siabod, Snowdonia, Nrth Wales, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3753460]=new photo(3753460,"24849","","gallery","Snowdon_light_2.jpg",600,400,"Snowdon Light.",1,0,"This famous viewpoint on the road to Llanberis is a honeypot for photographers. The lighting was only fleeting, magnificent !","","Ron Tear","Snowdonia, Nrth Wales, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3758629]=new photo(3758629,"24849","","gallery","Harlech_view.jpg",600,327,"A view to Harlech.",1,0,"From a high viewpiont Harlech could be seen. The soft evening light glowing on the foreground landscape.","","Ron Tear.","Above Portmeirion, Snowdonia, Wales, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3758782]=new photo(3758782,"24849","","gallery","Under_cloud_2.jpg",600,400,"Under Cloud.",1,0,"Snowdon as it's mostly seen, in cloud. Heavy cloudscape of mood with a spot lit f/g/","","Ron Tear","Snowdon, Snowdonia, Wales, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3770044]=new photo(3770044,"24849","","gallery","Llyn_Dinas_1.jpg",600,373,"Llyn Dinas.",1,0,"Tranquility of early morning, flat calm and reflective. Llyn Dinas perfection.","","Ron Tear","Beddgelert, Snowdonia, Nrth Wales, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3770051]=new photo(3770051,"24849","","gallery","From_the_Top_copy.jpg",600,396,"From the top.",1,0,"On our way down trhe Miners track from the summit of Snowdon. It was trecherous to start but became easier on the lower path. The lakes in the cwm are visible.","","Ron Tear","Snowdon, Snowdonia, Nrth Wales, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3770075]=new photo(3770075,"24849","","gallery","Beddgelert_mists_1.jpg",600,400,"Bedgellert Mists.",1,0,"Up early to capture the mist/fog of the morning. It only happened the once whilst here. Worth getting up for.","","Ron Tear","Beddgelert, Snowdonia, Nrth Wales, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3770148]=new photo(3770148,"24849","","gallery","Shadow_play.jpg",600,400,"Shadow play.",1,0,"Light and shade on the landscape and bay near Portmeirion.","","Ron Tear","Portmeirion Bay, Snowdonia, Nrth Wales, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3770222]=new photo(3770222,"24849","","gallery","Reflected_light_1.jpg",600,400,"Reflected light.",1,0,"More from that bay near Portmeirion. Light and patterns.","","Ron Tear","Portmeirion Bay, Snowdonia, Nrth Wales, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3809205]=new photo(3809205,"24849","","gallery","Foggy_morning_copy.jpg",600,263,"Morning mist.",1,0,"One of a saeries of images from these photogenic conditions. Up early and out in the cold light of dawn.","","Ron Tear.","Beddgelert, Snowdonia, Wales, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3809726]=new photo(3809726,"24849","","gallery","Foggy_morning12.jpg",600,271,"Morning mists 2",1,0,"The same location, less mist.","","Ron Tear","Beddgelert, Snowdonia, Wales, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3809816]=new photo(3809816,"24849","","gallery","Moel_Siabod_Dusk_1.jpg",600,400,"Moel Siabod Dusk.",1,0,"The lure of the mountains is never ending, in dramatic light they take on an aura of their own. Here Moel Siabod at dusk, alight.","","Ron Tear","Moel Siabod, Snowdonia, Wales, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3848906]=new photo(3848906,"24849","","gallery","Colourful_moment_2_.jpg",600,389,"Colourful Moments.",1,0,"Ashridge estate in Buckinghamshire is a popular location with woods full of bluebells in May. In this image a couple are having their photo taken with the sea of blue background. Observed from afar.","","Ron Tear","Ashridge Estate, Berkhampstead, Buckinghamshire, England, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3870655]=new photo(3870655,"24849","","gallery","Buttercups_and_Daisey.jpg",600,392,"Buttercups and Daisey.",1,0,"Early May see's a profusion of activity in nature. Botanical blooms of colour, as here in a field of buttercups. Daisey is the Long Horned cow in the distance !","","Ron Tear.","Roulsham, Oxfordshire, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3870662]=new photo(3870662,"24849","","gallery","Blues_1_copy.jpg",600,388,"Bluebells.",1,0,"More from Ashridge, wonderful in the season of May.","","Ron Tear","Ashridge Estate, National Trust, Buckinghamshire, UK","","","",1);backgrounds[3926754]=new photo(3926754,"24849","","gallery","Porthmadog_1.jpg",600,400,"Portmadog",1,0,"The esturary where the rivers converge at Portmadog. The outlying hills of Snowdonia as a backdrop.","","Ron Tear.","Portmadog, Snowdonia, Wales, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3980180]=new photo(3980180,"24849","","gallery","Worbarrow_3_copy123.jpg",389,600,"Worbarrow tide.",1,0,"Another from Worbarrow, wave power.","","Ron Tear","Worbarrow Bay, Dorset,UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[3980210]=new photo(3980210,"24849","","gallery","Worrbarow_Bay_Dorset.jpg",394,600,"Worbarrow Bay.",1,0,"Another from this beautiful bay.","","Ron Tear","Worbarrow Bay, Dorset, UK.","","","",1);backgrounds[4057814]=new photo(4057814,"24849","","gallery","Llyn_Gwynant_3.jpg",324,500,"Llyn Gwynant",1,0,"The stillness of dawn calmly reflected in the lake. A jewel of Snowdonia.","","Ron Tear","Snowdonia, Nrth Wales, UK.","","","",1);