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dawn m. armfield, phd
@dmarmfield.bsky.social
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assoc prof of technical communication, xr/ai researcher, amateur photographer, concert-goer, she/her, first gen, resister
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Happy New Year!

Taken at the Japanese Friendship Garden in Phoenix, Arizona

#japanesefriendshipgarden #phoenix #arizona #teampixel
A serene Japanese garden in autumn featuring a tranquil pond with perfect reflections, traditional stone lantern in the water, cascading waterfall over natural rocks, and carefully manicured landscaping with vibrant fall foliage in yellow and orange tones. A tiered brick building is visible in the background among mature trees.
January 1, 2026 at 1:59 PM
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Wishing you a very Merry Christmas. 🎄

Taken at City Hall in Prescott Valley, Arizona.

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Large illuminated Christmas tree at night decorated with thousands of white lights, red and gold ornaments, and topped with a bright star against a dark sky.
December 25, 2025 at 12:30 PM
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At the 45th annual Las Noches de las Luminarias at the Desert Botanical Garden in Phoenix, Arizona.

#travel #roadtrip #lasnochesdelasluminarias #dbgphx #desertbotanicalgarden #phoenix #arizona #teampixel
A tall saguaro cactus illuminated with vibrant blue and turquoise lighting stands prominently against a twilight sky with pink and purple hues. Smaller cacti and desert vegetation glow with green and blue lights in the foreground, while silhouetted trees frame the scene during dusk.
December 23, 2025 at 12:40 PM
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At Fain Park in Prescott Valley.

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Close-up of rough, textured tree bark with deep cracks and crevices, illuminated by warm golden light. Three bright yellow autumn leaves rest on the bark's surface, creating a striking contrast against the dark brown and reddish tones of the weathered wood.
December 22, 2025 at 12:58 PM
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Happy Solstice! At City Hall in Prescott Valley.

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A large illuminated golden picture frame installation stands on a grass lawn at night, with a silhouette of a ribbon. Through the frame, a blue LED Christmas tree and colorfully lit trees are visible in the background against a dark sky. The ornate frame glows with warm yellow lights woven through its decorative pattern, and fallen leaves scatter across the ground.
December 21, 2025 at 2:25 PM
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At Fain Park in Prescott Valley.

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Black and white overhead photograph of a single dried leaf with prominent veins resting on rough, textured concrete or stone surface with natural cracks and weathering patterns
December 20, 2025 at 12:30 PM
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At City Hall in Prescott Valley.

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Large illuminated gift box decoration at night, made of wire frame with orange and red LED lights forming vertical stripes on the box and bow, displayed outdoors on grass covered with fallen leaves.
December 19, 2025 at 12:42 PM
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At Fain Park in Prescott Valley.

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A vibrant golden-yellow autumn leaf resting on weathered, textured wood. The leaf displays intricate veining patterns and is backlit, creating a luminous glow that highlights its delicate structure. The contrast between the bright leaf and the dark, cracked wooden surface emphasizes the beauty of seasonal change.
December 18, 2025 at 1:27 PM
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At City Hall in Prescott Valley.

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An illuminated wire-frame sculpture of a penguin in blue and red LED lights, holding a staff, displayed at night in a holiday light display with decorated trees visible in the background.
December 17, 2025 at 12:18 PM
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At Fain Park in Prescott Valley.

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A single dried leaf rests on weathered wood in striking black and white. The leaf's intricate skeletal structure is illuminated, revealing delicate veins that branch from the central stem like a natural roadmap. The translucent, deteriorating leaf tissue contrasts against the rough, textured wooden surface below, which shows deep cracks and age marks. Dark shadows frame the composition, emphasizing the fragile beauty of decay and the passage of time.
December 16, 2025 at 12:40 PM
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At Fain Park in Prescott Valley.

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Autumn leaves in shades of gold, yellow, and orange floating on calm blue water, with the blurred reflection of trees creating warm amber and rust-colored patterns on the water's surface.
December 15, 2025 at 12:34 PM
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At Fain Park in Prescott Valley.

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A single pale leaf floating on dark, rippling water, with its delicate veins visible through translucent edges and a curved stem extending from one side. Small water striders are visible on the water's surface in the background.
December 14, 2025 at 12:30 PM
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At Fain Park in Prescott Valley.

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Abstract water reflection showing rippled patterns in vibrant blues, golds, oranges, and browns, capturing autumn foliage mirrored on a pond surface with gentle water movement creating vertical streaks and distortions.
December 13, 2025 at 2:38 PM
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At Fain Park in Prescott Valley.

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Upward view of a tall tree with twisted, gnarled branches displaying golden yellow autumn foliage against a bright blue sky. The perspective from below emphasizes the dramatic branching pattern and creates a striking contrast between the warm fall colors and the vivid blue background.
December 12, 2025 at 12:25 PM
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At Fain Park in Prescott Valley.

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Golden yellow and orange autumn leaves floating on dark blue water, with thin reddish-brown stems creating delicate linear patterns across the surface. The water reflects light creating a gradient from lighter blue in the upper left to deeper navy tones.
December 11, 2025 at 12:42 PM
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Skunkbush sumac at Fain Park in Prescott Valley.

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Close-up of a single golden-yellow autumn leaf attached to a branch, photographed against a blurred background of warm orange and reddish-brown foliage. The leaf appears dried and crinkled, with visible texture, while the bokeh effect creates a dreamy, soft-focused backdrop of fall colors.
December 10, 2025 at 2:23 PM
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Fain Park in Prescott Valley.

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A serene autumn landscape showing a calm lake reflecting golden cottonwood trees and a clear blue sky. Rocky hills frame both sides of the water, with brown grasses and bare trees dotting the shoreline. A small wooden dock structure sits in the water on the left side. The scene captures a peaceful fall day with vibrant yellow foliage contrasting against the earthy tones of the surrounding terrain.
December 9, 2025 at 12:49 PM
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Fain Park in Prescott Valley.

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A serene black and white landscape photograph capturing a calm pond with mirror-like reflections. A prominent tree stands on the left bank, its white branches creating a striking contrast against the gray sky. The tree's reflection is clearly visible in the still water. The shoreline features tall grasses and reeds, while scattered buildings and additional frost-laden trees populate the distant background. Leaves dot the water's surface. The monochromatic treatment emphasizes the peaceful, winter atmosphere of this rural waterside scene.
December 8, 2025 at 2:57 PM
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Fain Park in Prescott Valley.

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A serene natural pool nestled between sculpted granite rock formations, with crystal-clear water reflecting the bright blue sky. Smooth, weathered boulders in shades of gray and tan frame both sides of the water, while bare winter trees dot the rocky landscape above. A fallen log rests partially submerged in the shallow, golden-tinted water on the right side, and scattered leaves float on the surface throughout the pool.
December 7, 2025 at 12:23 PM
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Fain Park in Prescott Valley.

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Black and white landscape photograph of a serene river scene with a large cottonwood tree in the foreground on the left bank, its full canopy of leaves creating dappled texture against the sky. The calm water reflects the tree and sky, with grassy vegetation along both shorelines. A second mature tree stands on the right bank in the distance. The composition creates a peaceful, pastoral atmosphere with strong contrast between the dark tree trunk and the luminous sky.
December 6, 2025 at 1:12 PM
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There's nothing quite like autumn in Arizona. We don't have a lot of the reds and oranges, but what we do have are beautiful golds against the most astounding blue skies. It makes for a stunning natural display like this one at Fain Park in Prescott Valley.

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A serene autumn landscape featuring a winding path covered in golden fallen leaves leading toward a calm lake. Trees with vibrant yellow foliage line both sides of the water, their colors reflecting on the still surface. Tall golden grasses grow along the left shoreline, while hills covered in darker vegetation rise in the background. The scene is lit by warm sunlight under a clear blue sky, creating long shadows across the leaf-strewn path.
December 5, 2025 at 12:30 PM
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Eastern redbud leaf

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A backlit autumn leaf glowing in vibrant golden yellow and orange tones, with visible veins and dark spots scattered across its surface. The leaf rests on dark ground with small pebbles and twigs, creating a striking contrast between the luminous leaf and the shadowy background.
December 4, 2025 at 12:59 PM
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Silver leaves (not bells)

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A close-up black and white photograph of a single dried leaf with serrated edges hanging from a thin stem. The leaf shows intricate texture detail with visible veins running through its weathered surface, and appears fragile and skeletal against a blurred, dark background.
December 3, 2025 at 12:33 PM
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Golden hour

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Wide golden field stretching toward distant mountains under a dramatic sky at sunset, with wispy clouds illuminated by warm sunlight breaking through, creating streaks of light across the blue and gold-toned sky.
December 2, 2025 at 1:03 PM
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Waiting

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A delicate dandelion seedhead in full bloom, displaying a perfect sphere of white, feathery seeds ready to disperse. The seedhead stands on a reddish-brown stem against a blurred background of green and brown moss or grass, with warm sunlight illuminating the translucent seeds and creating a glowing effect.
December 1, 2025 at 12:32 PM