Harbour Houses

buwi, on May 5, 2008, said:

It looks very nice, your Whitby, Jim! Greetings, Bea

Lina08, on May 5, 2008, said:

Hi Jim, Whitby is a nice village :)

Wishes/Lina

♣ Víctor de Lara ♣, on May 5, 2008, said:

Wonderful!!

Greetings!

♣ Víctor de Lara ♣, on May 5, 2008, said:

Y.S.

AXOTA, on May 5, 2008, said:

Greetings and hello Guys. I am so glad you liked this photo. I do so much appreciate your friendly feedback and visit to my humble gallery.

Many thanks to you Bea and Lina.

Victor, that is praise indeed coming from one so gifted, it is a wonderful compliment.

Warm wishes to you.

Jim

Beatriz Barreto Tanezini, on May 6, 2008, said:

Nice!

kwalit@, on May 6, 2008, said:

beautiful image - YS! Greetings from Austria, Michael.

AXOTA, on May 6, 2008, said:

Ola Beatriz, saudacoes e bem-vinda.

Thankyou tanto pelas suas simpaticas observacoes simpaticos..

Sua visita e muito apreciado.

Cheers.

Jim

AXOTA, on May 6, 2008, said:

Hello Michael and a big welcome.

The people who occupy these harbour-side houses enjoy a fabulous view over the old fishing town.

I am so glad that you enjoyed this scene and feel honoured that you have chosen to save this photo to your favourites. Thankyou.

Cheers

Jim

Paula K, on May 9, 2008, said:

Hi, Jim. I love the light on this picture. Is there a best time of day to get good light? Or does it depend on the camera? Paula

Coal Miner's Boy, on May 9, 2008, said:

Jim, this one's tagged as a competition photo, but there's no place for me to vote on it. Did you forget to add it to the competition? I'd really like to give it my vote!

Please take a look at THIS PICTURE and let me know what you think. It's one of my brother-in-law's first attempts in Panoramio.

Cheers,

Paul

AXOTA, on May 10, 2008, said:

Thanks Paul, clearly something is not working in Panoramio. I submitted 7 photos but none of them have turned up in the contestants pages. Unfortunately I have no way to re-submit them.

Regards.

Jim

Ian Stehbens, on May 14, 2008, said:

Dear Jim,

I have enjoyed your artistic skill with the camera, and been also delighted with your portrayal of Whitby and surrounds. The element of the familiar is also something that draws me to your album. As you know, I have been to Whitby intentionally for it was a place of significance for my wife's family. As you continue uploading Whitby, I'll enjoy them all for the combined reasons of quality and significance.

As for this image, the first thoughts that came to me were that it was like arriving home and seeing my wife's car is already in the garage, or coming in from the cold and smelling a lamb roast in the oven! How many fishermen have come into this harbour and on seeing this bank of houses warmed to the sense of being home again, safe in the arms of a familiar haven.

Ian

josep àngel, on May 15, 2008, said:

Hi Jim, Very nice shot and wonderful houses. Best Regards from Catalonia to England. Josep Àngel

AXOTA, on May 15, 2008, said:

Hello once more Ian and welcome.

May I say first and foremost that I feel overwhelmed by your generous comments. Like I have said before, I hope that my modest attempts to post interesting photos with relevant descriptions tinged with a little humour relating to my hometown and its people, will find a wider audience. This is surely the rason' detre .

Your appreciation for my humble attempts at photography is inspiration indeed. I am totally surprised by the reaction of so many excellent photographers. I guess that you too share similar feelings.

I could not have imagined the feelings of joy and sometimes disapointment, even sadness that a single photo can evoke in the innermost thoughts of the human mind.

It is comforting for me to know that such feelings of homeliness, warmth and a sense of wellbeing are created in the mind of the beholder. So I thankyou for relating your personal thoughts so openly. It is a great gift you have Ian to be able to transfer your thoughts to paper so eloquently.

I wish that others here could understand that there is so much more to a picture than the way it looks.

As always Ian, It is truly a great pleasure to share these sentiments with you.

warmest wishes.

Jim

AXOTA, on May 15, 2008, said:

Hola Josep, Gracias por sus amables comentarios y retroalimentacion.

Jim

Madidi, on May 16, 2008, said:

Hi Jim,

Been away for a few days and just catching up on you guys. This is another beautiful study of Whitby, another side but no less fascinating.

Are you getting much fishing in?

Best regards,

Sean

AXOTA, on May 19, 2008, said:

Greetings and welcome back Sean. The fishing season is uderway and I am rushing to re-launch my boat following its annual re-fit. Its a busy time for me (a labour of love you might say) I am in my element when there is work to be done on the old dear. I live a solitary life and home chores get put on the back-burner. This means rushed or no meals, mountains of washing up, accumulations of dust, heaps of ironing, unread mail, unpaid bills. The list is endless. It's a case of first priority being the boat. As she is almost 50 years old, I feel it my duty to lavish the old girl wiyh lots of TLC.

Fish are a little scarce just now but things will improve next week, weather permitting.

I appreciate your nice comments and visit Sean.

Jim

Pippetta, on May 22, 2008, said:

Wonderful panorama.Thank your voted.Hi Pippetta.

AXOTA, on May 22, 2008, said:

Thanks Pippetta. Your visit and kind comment is appreciated.

Cheers.

Jim

RE Perdido, on May 23, 2008, said:

GRACIAS POR COMENTAIO !!ESTOY PONIENDO FOTOS DE USHUAIA AÑO 1993-TUS FOTOS SON DIVINAS!!SALUDOS DE CUCHUFLITO DESDE ARGENTINA!

Sara Capparotto, on May 24, 2008, said:

bellissimo posto, bellissimoa photo.Congratulation Greetings from Padova near Venice

AXOTA, on May 24, 2008, said:

Muchas gracias a ti por tomante el tiempo de ver modesto trabajo. Saludos cuchuflito

Saluti di benvenuto e Sara. Sono cosi contento vi sia piaciuto questa foto.

Grazie per il tiempo di visitare la mia galleria.

Salute.

Jim

sonjabgd, on May 25, 2008, said:

Nice place,nice reflection and colours.Greetings,Sonja

AXOTA, on May 25, 2008, said:

The place is so much nicer for your visit Sonja.

Thankyou very much for your kind words.

Warmest wishes.

Jim

sonjabgd, on May 25, 2008, said:

GREETINGS TO YOU AXOTA, DON'T CLICK ON SPECIAL GIFT (VIRUS) BUT DELETE!!! .

AXOTA, on May 25, 2008, said:

Dear Sonja, thankyou for your kind consideration. I have deleted many of these viral warts from my gallery.

Warm wishes.

Jim

MarcoCarboni, on May 31, 2008, said:

Without words beautiful!!!

4ullas, on June 1, 2008, said:

Very nice composition and balanced colors. Congratulations and thanks. Best regards from 4ullas. My favourite pics

Juan Jo. Andújar, on June 1, 2008, said:

Beautiful houses. Nice shot. Greetings, Juan.

Voted!!!

MY CONTEST

AXOTA, on June 1, 2008, said:

MarcoCarboni, your kind words an visit are most welcome.

4ullas, thankyou, I value your opinion.

Juan, as always, it is good to hear from you again. I appreciate your visit and vote.

Thanks once again guys.

Jim

quinta de oliveira, on June 1, 2008, said:

Hi AXOTA, the sun was perfect when you get this photo, congratulation. Voted !

Visite My May Contest.

marek zdziechowski(marcopol1), on June 3, 2008, said:

Sunny and beautiful

AXOTA, on June 3, 2008, said:

Sometimes Quinta, nature conspires agreably with my photo imager.

Your visit , friendly comment and vote is greatly appreciated.

Greetings marek, Thankyou so much for your visit and praise.

Warm wishes to you both.

Jim

Pippetta, on June 4, 2008, said:

Beautiful photo.VOTED.Ciao Pippetta Italy

AXOTA, on June 5, 2008, said:

Dear Pippetta, your visit and vote is greatly appreciated. Thankyou.

Jim

♣ Víctor de Lara ♣, on June 6, 2008, said:

And this is my favorit for the contest Jim, Voted!!

Good luck!!

©junebug, on June 6, 2008, said:

Hi Jim! It's also my favourite and I just voted for it. Best wishes and good luck, Anne:)

TRingold, on June 7, 2008, said:

Wonderful shot Jim! As it does, Panoramio has provided a venue for art, science, philosophy and love all on your one image! I don't have Ian's ability, nor for that matter can I type. But I do appreciate the finer things in life which you are sharing with us.

Do you have any pictures of your beloved vessel posted? I would enjoy seeing her.

Warm Regards

Tom

Andrey Bogdanov, on June 7, 2008, said:

Nice coastal view full of warm evening colors! Warm congratulations from Russia.

AXOTA, on June 8, 2008, said:

Thankyou for your kind wishes and vote Victor.

regards.

Jim

AXOTA, on June 8, 2008, said:

You are so welcome Anne, I always enjoy your visits and meaningful words. Thankyou.

Jim

AXOTA, on June 8, 2008, said:

Greetings and a warm welcome TRingold

Dear Tom, first of all, thankyou for all your praise and thoughtful words.

This ancient harbour is worthy of the descriptitive term 'Haven', for those are my feelings too. The two massive stone Piers that form the entrance to the old Port, can be likened to the welcoming arms of a dear friend. When I return home from the sea, these familiar features, the fishermens cottages, fish quays, harbourside Inns and churches of great antiquity fill me with a feeling of wellbeing and a great appreciation of my fellow men (and women) and the joy to be alive.

I own a very modest boat, she is about 45 years of age, very safe and sea-worthy. Excellent fishing platform and will exceed 25 Knts. I enclose a link for your perusal. HERE

Thankyou for taking the time to stay a while.

Jim

AXOTA, on June 8, 2008, said:

Many thanks Andrey, Your visit and vote is much appreciated.

Regards.

Jim

KasiaD, on June 13, 2008, said:

You chose the right time of day when the light was just lovely to capture these houses. Well done. I really like it. Kasia

picsonthemove, on June 13, 2008, said:

Nice warm colors

Voted

Ciao

picsonthemove

My June Contest Pictures

Armagnac, on June 14, 2008, said:

excellent ! voted too.

antorenz, on June 19, 2008, said:

Hello Jim! I - - - V O T E D - - - for this wonderful picture of yours! I think it's just great and ... romantic, I'd say!

Greetings from Italy.

antorenz >>>> MY CONTEST PICTURE

ciao...

AXOTA, on June 19, 2008, said:

Kasia

picsonthemove

Armagnac

** 2c **

antorenz

Thankyou so much guys for taking the time to call in. You know, I really appreciate all your great comments.

Warm wishes.

Jim

Faintlightofdawn, on June 20, 2008, said:

Wonderful shot, voted! Best wishes, Fai

Marcel MLINARIĆ - Croatia, on June 20, 2008, said:

Nice colourful houses! Great shot!

AXOTA, on June 20, 2008, said:

Thanks for your feedback Sam. I will be visiting you soon

Fai, Greetings and a big welcome. Thanks for taking the time to look and vote. Warm wishes.

Jim

Hello Marcel. Your kind words and visit is much appreciated.

Thanks once again guys for stopping a while.

Jim

Palmina Moore, on June 22, 2008, said:

What a beautiful shot Jim I love the light play on the buildings.

Palmina

AXOTA, on June 23, 2008, said:

What I realy love about these harbour houses Pali is the way that they thrust upwards to gain elevation over the houses in front.

Like spectators in a crowd on their tiptoes, each row of streets compete for the fabulous harbour views.

This is one of my favourite photos, the light from the west enhances the scene, and adds clarity to the image.

Cheers Pali

Jim

Nawitka, on June 23, 2008, said:

This is fabulous, Jim. I love the warm lighting and the warm colours of the houses. Good luck in your contest, I voted.

jymsn123, on June 24, 2008, said:

Voted. Jeff

AXOTA, on June 24, 2008, said:

Dear Nawitka. One can easily imagine the feeling of relief when mariners return to the safety of this warm and welcoming sight.

Thankyou so much for stopping by and voting.

Jeff, Many thanks for all your votes. You took the time to stop and visit, and for that I am truly grateful.

Warm wishes to you both.

Jim

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enriqueayuso, on June 25, 2008, said:

nice colors, no wander people like it.

AXOTA, on June 26, 2008, said:

Well Enriquea I am glad you like it too.

Your compliment is much appreciated. Thankyou.

Jim

pembo, on June 28, 2008, said:

Very nice with soft colours.

pembo from Kiel

AXOTA, on June 28, 2008, said:

Thanks Pembo, Glad you liked it.

Jim

Pro Diver - Carlos Colonetti Neto, on July 10, 2008, said:

Bela foto Jim! Adicionada a minhas favoritas! Carlos

Vote: My July Contest

AXOTA, on July 10, 2008, said:

Saludos Carlos. Hablo solo un poco espanol, me perdone.

Me siento alentado por su amable cumplido e' Y*.

Muchas gracias

Jim

mauricia, on August 8, 2008, said:

HiAxota, Y* for this ... is wonderful, I like very much, the same all your galley . I´ve added with favourites, Greetings from Argentina Mauricia

AXOTA, on August 8, 2008, said:

Greetings and a big welcome mauricia.

I am delighted to be added to your list of favourites. It is so good to make new friends.

I am happy to add your name to my list also. We will chat many times in the future.

Thankyou so much for your visit, Y* and kind appraisal.

Jim

Doenjo, on August 12, 2008, said:

Very nice shot AXOTA!!!. Beautiful place ,congratulations.

Best regards, Doenjo.

AXOTA, on August 21, 2008, said:

Greetings Doenjo, your kind comments and visit is most appreciated. Thankyou.

Regards----Jim

Amelia Royan, on January 11, said:

Another stunning composition. What a great place. is it near where you live Jim?

Greetings, Amelia

AXOTA, on January 11, said:

Its about a 5 minute walk Amelia. If you look on the adjacent map, I live very close to the railway station. I have a fantastic view from my bedroom window.(and I still cant find a lady) check out my first ever photo ;>)) With views like this, it would be difficult to get it wrong. I'm pleased that you like it Amelia, ta!

Jim

vld9, on April 22, said:

This is very nice picture...i take to my favorite...good work please visit my best photos...thanks Great! Greetings from Ukraine

AXOTA, on May 15, said:

dear vld9, I am delighted that you chose this photo for your favourites and I thank you for inviting me to your gallery.

You are most welcome ;>)

Kind regards,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,Jim

vld9, on May 15, said:

:)

vld9, on May 15, said:

Your pictures are all very nice. great photo! i like your gallery! Greetings from Ukraine, vld9