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Al Andersen
@alandersen.bsky.social
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An archive of what once was, to remember what no longer is. Disclaimer: I clone out minor distractions and fix the occasional drab sky. Don't get persnickety! Photos: alandersen.com Art: modean987.com WARNING: I block 1)sex, 2)politics and 3)stupid.
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Al Andersen @alandersen.bsky.social · 2h
Date: 20100417
Location: Hereford, Arizona

A luminous macro captures the spherical seedhead of Lindley's Silverpuffs with fine, translucent bristles radiating in delicate harmony. Soft high-key tones enhance the plant's ethereal beauty.

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A high-key close-up photograph of Lindley's Silverpuffs seedhead, showing dozens of silky white bristles radiating outward in a spherical formation. The intricate star-like structures are highlighted by soft, glowing light, and the neutral, pale background makes the delicate texture stand out clearly. A high-key black-and-white macro photograph of Lindley's Silverpuffs seedhead, showing its fine, spiky pappus bristles radiating outward in a spherical form. The soft, glowing background isolates the structure, creating an ethereal, weightless effect that emphasizes the plant's delicate and geometric beauty.
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Al Andersen @alandersen.bsky.social · 4h
Date: 20100417
Location: San Pedro Riparian National Conservation Area, Sierra Vista, AZ

A Southwestern Tent Caterpillar with a furry body and orange stripe. Found in huge numbers along the San Pedro River in Spring

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A close-up of a Southwestern Tent Caterpillar crawling on bark while eating a green leaf. The caterpillar has a fuzzy body with long white hairs and a bold orange stripe along its back. The background is softly blurred in shades of brown, emphasizing the insect's detailed texture and form.
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Al Andersen @alandersen.bsky.social · 5h
Date: 20100417
Location: San Pedro Riparian National Conservation Area, Sierra Vista, Arizona

A dried blade of grass curls and twists like a pale ribbon, its elegant form set against a softly blurred brown backdrop.

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A close-up of a dried blade of grass, gracefully curled into loops that resemble a twisted ribbon. The pale tan blade stands out against a softly blurred brown background. Fine textures and gentle shadows enhance the sense of motion and delicacy in this natural abstract form.
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Al Andersen @alandersen.bsky.social · 6h
Date: 20100328
Location: Catalina State Park, Tucson, Arizona

Bright Mexican Gold Poppies light up the entrance to the Equestrian Center at Catalina State Park, forming a dazzling display of yellow-orange blooms.

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A dense cluster of Mexican Gold Poppies with vivid yellow-orange petals blooming under full sun. The cup-shaped flowers are supported by tall green stems and set against a backdrop of darker green foliage, creating strong contrast and a glowing appearance. The scene feels lush and vibrant, capturing the vitality of spring.
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Al Andersen @alandersen.bsky.social · 8h
Date: 20100328
Location: Catalina State Park, Tucson, Arizona

A golden Gordon's Bladderpod wildflower blooms brightly in the Arizona desert, its sunlit petals and prominent stamens creating a vibrant focal point.

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A close-up of a yellow Gordon's Bladderpod wildflower with delicate petals and clearly visible stamens at the center. The flower is side-lit, creating a gentle glow that highlights the curves of each petal. The background is dark green with subtle purple tones, making the vibrant bloom stand out vividly.
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Al Andersen @alandersen.bsky.social · 9h
Date: 20100328
Location: Catalina State Park, Tucson, Arizona

A Desert Chicory bloom reveals its fine white petals and golden center in striking detail, touched with subtle lavender hues.

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A close-up image of a Desert Chicory flower with slender white petals, some showing faint lavender streaks, radiating from a bright yellow center. The petals are finely textured and slightly curled, giving the bloom a soft yet intricate appearance. The background is softly blurred, highlighting the flower's delicate structure.
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Al Andersen @alandersen.bsky.social · 10h
Date: 20100328
Location: Catalina State Park, Tucson, Arizona

A blue Desert Hyacinth blooms gracefully against a soft green background, its tubular petals shimmering with natural iridescence.

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A close-up image of a blue Desert Hyacinth wildflower with slender, tubular petals in shades of violet and blue. The flower stands tall with multiple blossoms clustered at the top of a single stem, set against a blurred green background. Sunlight enhances the delicate textures and gentle iridescence of the petals.
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Al Andersen @alandersen.bsky.social · 11h
Date: 20100328
Location: Catalina State Park, Tucson, Arizona

An orange globemallow wildflower is shown in glowing detail, its backlit petals illuminated to reveal fine textures and soft translucence.

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A close-up view of a single orange globemallow wildflower with delicate, semi-translucent petals illuminated from behind by sunlight. The petals glow warmly against a softly blurred green background, while the fine textures and subtle curves of the bloom are clearly visible, creating an ethereal, luminous effect.
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Al Andersen @alandersen.bsky.social · 12h
Date: 20100117
Location: San Pedro Riparian National Conservation Area, Sierra Vista, Arizona

A hawk rests among bare cottonwoods by the edge of Kingfisher Pond beneath a dramatically enhanced sunset sky replacement.

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A vivid sunset sky in deep purples, oranges, and reds stretches over a still pond bordered by bare cottonwood trees and tall dry grasses. A hawk is perched among the leafless branches, nearly camouflaged in the stark landscape. The water below reflects the intense colors of the sky, while the scene conveys a sense of solitude and natural stillness.
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Al Andersen @alandersen.bsky.social · 1d
Date: 20100103
Location: Little Boquillas Ranch, Fairbank, Arizona

A tall rusted water tower stands among bare desert trees, its wooden tank and steel frame weathered by time and sun. The view from below highlights strength and design.

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A tall metal and wood water tower rises above leafless trees, viewed from below against a clear blue Arizona sky. Its rusted tank and weathered supports show age and strength, reflecting the historic character of Lil Boquillas Ranch. A tall metal and wood water tower rises above leafless trees, viewed from below against a clear blue Arizona sky. Its rusted tank and weathered supports show age and strength, reflecting the historic character of Lil Boquillas Ranch.
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Al Andersen @alandersen.bsky.social · 1d
Date: 20100103
Location: Little Boquillas Ranch, Fairbank, Arizona

A small brick commissary with a rusted metal roof and red trim stands beneath a clear Arizona sky. Its arched windows, chimneys, and aged texture evoke a sense of history.

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A small red-brick commissary building with a rusted metal roof and two chimneys stands in dry grass under a clear blue sky. Its weathered door and arched windows show age and craftsmanship, reflecting the history of an Arizona ranch property.
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Al Andersen @alandersen.bsky.social · 1d
Date: 20100103
Location: Little Boquillas Ranch, Fairbank, Arizona

The old brick commissary and adjoining smokehouse at Lil Boquillas Ranch glow beneath clear desert light. Rusted roofs and weathered walls speak of time and craftsmanship.

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A small brick commissary with a rusted tin roof and red door stands beside a weathered wooden smokehouse under a clear blue Arizona sky. Dry grass and bare trees frame the scene, creating a peaceful glimpse of historic ranch life.
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Al Andersen @alandersen.bsky.social · 1d
Date: 20100103
Location: Little Boquillas Ranch, Fairbank, Arizona

A weathered red smokehouse with a rusted metal roof and vented cupola stands in dry grass beneath a bright blue Arizona sky.

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A small square wooden smokehouse with red weathered walls and a rusted tin roof stands in a dry grassy field under a bright blue sky. A vented cupola tops the roof, creating a rustic and historic ranch scene in southeastern Arizona.
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Al Andersen @alandersen.bsky.social · 1d
Date: 20100103
Location: Little Boquillas Ranch, Fairbank, Arizona

Two old ranch houses rest beyond a weathered fence and bare trees under the clear Arizona sky. Dry grass and desert light lend the scene warmth and stillness.

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Two single-story ranch houses stand behind a red wooden fence and leafless trees in a dry grassy field. Sunlight casts soft shadows across the scene, showing the quiet desert landscape of Lil Boquillas Ranch near Fairbank, Arizona.
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Al Andersen @alandersen.bsky.social · 1d
Date: 20100103
Location: Little Boquillas Ranch, Fairbank, Arizona

A weathered red barn and rusted roof stand beyond a wooden fence under a deep blue sky. Bare cottonwoods and dry grass frame the calm desert setting.

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The west side of an old red wooden barn with a rusted tin roof stands behind a wooden fence in a dry grassy field. Bare cottonwood trees and a bright blue sky complete the quiet rural Arizona landscape. A wooden corral with weathered rails stands beside a red barn with a rusted tin roof in a dry grassy field. Sunlight highlights the aged boards and metal, creating a rustic scene of quiet desert ranch life in southeastern Arizona.
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Al Andersen @alandersen.bsky.social · 1d
Date: 20100103
Location: Little Boquillas Ranch, Fairbank, Arizona

A small stucco blacksmith shop with red trim and a metal roof stands amid dry grass and desert light. Its weathered walls and simple form evoke a sense of time and endurance.

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A small stucco blacksmith shop with a corrugated metal roof and red-trimmed door and window stands in dry yellow grass under a clear blue sky. Cracks and shadows on the walls reveal age and desert wear, creating a rustic, historic ranch scene.
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Al Andersen @alandersen.bsky.social · 2d
Date: 20100103
Location: Little Boquillas Ranch, Fairbank, Arizona

Two old ranch houses stand behind a wooden fence and bare trees, bathed in gentle desert sunlight. The dry grass and warm tones evoke the calm of rural Arizona.

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Two single-story ranch houses stand behind a red wooden fence and leafless trees in a dry grassy field. Sunlight warms the pale walls and bare branches, creating a calm and nostalgic desert scene near Fairbank, Arizona.
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Al Andersen @alandersen.bsky.social · 2d
Date: 20100103
Location: Little Boquillas Ranch, Fairbank, Arizona

A weathered red and brown barn stands under a bright blue Arizona sky, its boards sun-faded and warm with time. Bare cottonwoods frame the quiet desert scene.

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The east side of an old wooden barn with sun-faded red and brown boards stands in a dry field under a bright blue sky. A small open doorway and distant leafless trees create a peaceful rural scene in southeastern Arizona. The front side of an old red and brown wooden barn stands in a dry field under a clear blue sky. Large weathered doors and a smaller side entrance open to the quiet ranch landscape, reflecting the warm light of the Arizona desert.
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Al Andersen @alandersen.bsky.social · 2d
Date: 20100103
Location: Little Boquillas Ranch, Fairbank, Arizona

Sunlight streams through gaps in an old wooden barn, casting golden tones across scattered planks and dust. The structure's beams and textures evoke quiet endurance.

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Inside an old wooden barn, beams of sunlight filter through cracks in the walls and roof, illuminating scattered boards and tools. The interior glows with warm tones and deep shadows, reflecting the quiet atmosphere of an aging Arizona ranch structure.
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Al Andersen @alandersen.bsky.social · 2d
Date: 20100103
Location: Little Boquillas Ranch, Fairbank, Arizona

A row of weathered wooden feed troughs lines the interior of an old barn, sunlit through open beams and dusty air.

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The interior of an old wooden barn shows a long line of weathered feed troughs beneath a slanted roof. Soft sunlight reveals rough wood textures, dust, and shadows across the floor, capturing a still and rustic ranch setting in southeastern Arizona.
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Al Andersen @alandersen.bsky.social · 2d
Date: 20100103
Location: Little Boquillas Ranch, Fairbank, Arizona

A close view of the weathered barn at Lil Boquillas Ranch shows sun-faded boards, rusted bolts, and a leaning wooden gate framed by dry grass.

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A close-up of an old wooden barn wall with dark red planks and a broken gate leaning against it. Rusted bolts, dry grass, and faded wood textures show signs of age beneath a bright blue Arizona sky, creating a rustic and weathered desert scene.
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Al Andersen @alandersen.bsky.social · 2d
Date: 20100103
Location: Little Boquillas Ranch, Fairbank, Arizona

A sunlit barn with rusted red siding and a tin roof stands amid dry grass and leafless cottonwoods under a deep blue sky.

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An old red barn with a rusted metal roof stands in a dry grassy field surrounded by leafless trees. The bright blue sky with scattered white clouds contrasts with the barn's warm tones, creating a peaceful rural scene in southeastern Arizona. A weathered wooden barn with a rusted tin roof stands in a dry grassy field under a vivid blue sky with scattered white clouds. Leafless cottonwood trees rise in the background, creating a calm and sunlit rural scene in southeastern Arizona.
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Al Andersen @alandersen.bsky.social · 2d
Date: 20100103
Location: Little Boquillas Ranch, Fairbank, Arizona

An old white ranch house rests among bare trees and sunlit fields, its weathered frame enclosed by a simple fence.

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A small white wooden ranch house with a dark roof stands behind a wire fence, surrounded by bare trees and dry golden grass. Sunlight casts long shadows across the yard, highlighting the peaceful, weathered charm of this historic Arizona home.
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Al Andersen @alandersen.bsky.social · 2d
Date: 20100103
Location: Little Boquillas Ranch, Fairbank, Arizona

Golden trees frame the weathered gate of Lil Boquillas Ranch, their dry leaves glowing beneath clear desert light.

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An old ranch entrance with a red gate and wooden sign reading "Lil Boquillas Ranch" stands beneath golden autumn trees. The dirt path beyond leads to open fields and distant barns under a clear blue Arizona sky, evoking quiet rural charm and timeless beauty.
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Al Andersen @alandersen.bsky.social · 2d
Date: 20090426
Location: Bisbee, Arizona

A quiet Bisbee street rises beneath brilliant sunlight, lined with restored storefronts and aged brick facades that tell stories of Arizona's mining heritage.

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A sunlit street in Bisbee, Arizona, viewed uphill from in front of the U.S. Post Office, shows colorful storefronts, brick facades, and a mix of old and restored buildings. A few people walk along the sidewalks beneath a clear blue sky, while long shadows stretch across the quiet road.
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