Hagia Sophia is a former cathedral, mosque, and now a mosque located in Istanbul, Turkey. It’s a UNESCO World Heritage site and a globally recognized symbol of architectural brilliance and cultural significance. Initially built as a church in the 6th century, it was later converted into a mosque and then a museum before being reconverted into a mosque in 2020.
Silver with Distinction for ‘The Art Dealer’ at the 2025 Australian Prize
Silver Award for ‘Brooklyn Bridge’ at the 2025 Australian Prize – Architecture category
CeLestriaL Greetings BeLoved Humans My name is “KarLi Queens” and I Am a SpirituaL Warrior of The LIGHT☆ otherwise known as a Lightworker here to assist Mother Earth Ascend to the fifth dimension. There are millions of Us “WOKE” Humans dotted aLL over Gaia and through Our CoLLective Conscious efforts of ALigning with Prime Creator/Universe/God Frequencies.
We are Co-Creators of The New Earth; just by Anchoring/HoLding the Frequency of Love/Light/Joy within Our bodies; subsequentLy by purging out aLL other negative programming/dark energy from our bodies. Hahaha… pretty mind blowing stuff aye Wot?? WeLL yes LiteraLLy our minds have been blown apart, but ThankfuLLy We have connected via the internet.
The “Hopi Indians” phrophesized many moons ago that a New breed of Humans wiLL gather by means of a “spider web” (Internet) and they wiLL be caLLed “The Rainbow Warriors”.
Like many others I connect with across Gaia; we have been on this Journey for over 30years, and are referred to as the “Front Liners” navigating the Path for others to foLLow; aLso known as “The SpirituaL Pioneers” of The New Dawn or The GoLden Age.
PersonaLLy I do this most Majestic Mission for my ChiLdren and my GrandchiLdren and of course for ALL Sentient Beings on Mother Earth. Love and BLessings to You ALL. Thank You ILan and BeLLa for this Great opportunity to Express My SeLf. Joy Ruth WeLLs
Piazza del Campo – Siena
It was a cold morning in Siena, Italy when we arrived at the Piazza del Campo square which is usually packed with tourists. I asked the family to stop behind me and quickly took ten photos to create this panorama. I then enhanced the contrast in the sky to bring out the clouds and to create the drama. Palio di Siena is a horse race that is held twice a year. Located in Tuscany, it is regarded as one of Europe’s greatest medieval squares. It is renowned worldwide for its beauty and architectural integrity.
Highly Commended at the 2024 Australian Prize
Silver Award for The Aftermath
Click here to see The Aftermath series from Kibbutz Be’eri
The Train – Silver Award at the 2024 Australian Prize People category
Three Men
The Train
The Aftermath
Girl with Balloons
Woman with a Green Scarf
No Vacancy
The Fortune Teller
Man Wearing a Red Turban
Boy and Wire
The Art Dealer
Delighted to win a Gold award for ‘The Art Dealer’ in the Monochrome category at the North Shore National Salon of Photography🥇
It was an early morning and only a couple of hours to spare before my departure flight, but I braved all odds and seized the opportunity to explore the vibrant flea market on the outskirts of Istanbul 💯
Luck was definitely on my side when I stumbled upon this incredible man who just exuded authenticity! With such a charismatic presence and a backdrop to match, I couldn’t resist asking him to look at the camera📸 We clicked instantly and he graciously posed beside his eclectic merchandise. The connection was natural, and the moment was magical. 🔥
The genuine delight on his face when he saw the photo on the back of my camera was priceless. He requested a copy to frame and hang on his wall, proving the profound impact that a simple photograph can have in bridging cultural gaps and capturing the true essence of a moment so beautifully🖼️ I’m so grateful for this experience.
Awesome to win a Silver with Distinction for ‘The Three Brothers‘ in the Portrait Open category of the 2022 NZIPP Iris Awards. They are standing together at the end of their working shift. From left to right are Andrew BUHIGIRO (the oldest), Paul RUDAKUBANA and Peter SINDIKUBWABO. They are employees of the Muhabura hotel, tidying the garden and sometimes helping in customer care. The hotel is located in the calm of the Musanze town, at the northern province of Rwanda. ❤
‘The Three Brothers’ – Silver with Distinction, NZIPP Iris Awards
‘The Underpass’ – Bronze, NZIPP Iris Awards
‘On the Tree’ – Bronze, NZIPP Iris Awards
Awesome to win a Gold Award for No Vacancy at the 2022 North Shore National Salon of Photography 🥇Heading to Auckland, I left Wellington really early at the end of the New Zealand Art Show back in June. It was dark and wet, with very little traffic when I passed through the sleepy town of Levin at about 06:57 AM. Thinking about my life, the eight hour, 650km journey ahead, and the $120 speeding ticket I got driving there, I noticed something red at the corner of my eye. I kept driving for another 5.5 seconds and then said to myself something to the effect “F**k it, I can’t just drive past this opportunity”.
I stopped the car, did a U turn, and returned to the scene. Searched for my tripod at the back of my cramped rental vehicle, and set up my camera on bracketing mode. I took five shots of every scene, each with a different exposure, from 4 to 0.4 seconds long. I was trying different angles to see which perspective is most effective. I then risked my life and set up my tripod on the median line to take some vertical snaps from a closer distance when two trucks came flying. capturing a total of 72 photos I was content that I have enough material to work on. Three minutes after leaving Levin heavy rain came pouring down from the sky. The final image is a composite of six photos, each taken with a different exposure to maximize balance, harmony and visual impact.
Here are some of the judges’ comments:
“OH MY GOODNESS! What a unique original image… They’ve done it in such an awesome way. The clarity is fantastic. The thing that is most clear about this image is that at 6:57 AM there was No Vacancy at that motel. It’s beautiful, it’s so graphic, it’s strong and it’s bold.”
“There is something very cinematic about it. It reminds me of a Kevin Tarantino movie. Something really sinister is going to happen in this place…”
“I love the sterility of it, I love the simplicity of it. Such a powerful and strong image. And then, to have that power pole, to come out, and be just in that perfect spot… this photographer is so incredibly lucky, or very talented… Great image, well seen, well captured, well presented.”
No Vacancy
The Gargoyle © Ilan Wittenberg 20013, Limited Edition of 9 + 2AP Buy Now
I was determined to photograph the gargoyles that guard the Notre Dame cathedral in the heart of Paris. My first attempt failed when the guard said no more visitors for the day. My second attempt failed because the guards went on strike! This photo was taken on my third attempt to see these stone-monster marvels! Some of the gargoyles laugh, one spits, others look bored, feed on prey or they grimace. Standing stoic and proud, these mythical birds and hybrid beasts are eerie witnesses to history. Catching a personal glimpse of these silent grotesque creatures was one of the highlights of my visit to Paris, and well worth the 387 steps climb to the top when the cathedral is restored and opens to the public again. This one is actually a Grotesque. Gargoyles are the ones that spout water from the roof. These awesome creatures were added during the reconstruction of the church in the 1840s. When the Nazis invaded the country during World War II, the gargoyles stood strong, withstanding a four-day German siege on the church. This print was awarded Bronze medal at the NZIPP Iris Awards!
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