Cultivation of Corn Crops. Rural Countryside Living
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Focus on the young corn plants with tassels in the foreground with a blurred a quaint rural house in the background that evokes a sense of harmony and serenity.
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Dried corn cobs with kernels in focus amidst a farm field. Showing the progression of corn cultivation
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Ears of corns now turned a golden brown in the process of the final drying and curing, preparing for storage or consumptions and are hanging in clusters from the pantry ceiling, hinting at the abundance of the harvest season.
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Close-up of multiple golden yellow corn cob without husks, stacked neatly together and ready to be used or consumed. These are the final product from the abundance of last harvest season thus completing the story of corn cultivation and the glimpse of a candid peaceful rural life in the countryside.
Exploring the Journey of a Chicken's Life
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A free roaming native brooding hen pecking the ground in search of food along with its chicks. These chicks are then raised as livestock for selling and or consumption. It shows the importance of raising livestock not only as a healthy source of food but as livelihood in the rural life in the countryside.
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A group of adult chicken huddled together while resting on the ground, These are some of the same chicks that are now mature and ready to be harvest for livestock meat to be consumed or sold. It shows the natural progression of raising free-range poultry livestock in the rural countryside.
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Overhead view of several raw freshly dressed chicken meat arranged in rows on top of a meat shop stall at the local market. In this frame it shows the free-ranged chicken from the previous frame after it has been harvested, dressed and displayed for sale. Again, it shows the economic significance in livestock raising.
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Rows of boiled whole chicken hanging in rows behind the glass display of a noodle soup shop at night. This is the culmination of a free-range chickens' journey from a chick, being raised to maturity, then being harvested and sold. Finally, it ends up as food to be savored and consumed.
The Sacred Journey of Marigold Garlands in Traditional Offerings and Rituals
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Heaps of bright orange marigold flowers portioned and sold by bags which will be made later into garlands. It is Hindu religious offerings that symbolizes the vibrancy and positivity of life and auspiciousness. It is offered to God as a symbol of surrender of the mortal human being to the supreme power in Hinduism.
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Several finished marigold flower garland hanged on an empty woven basket beside a plastic bag filled with unstrunged flowers. These garlands and flowers are going to be displayed for sale in the market to be used as sacred religious offerings that symbolize surrender to Gods' power in the practice of Hinduism.
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A scattering of raw rice grains with several orange colored marigold flowers from the same garlands, left at the feet of a golden hindu statue as a sacred religious offering that symbolizes trust in the divine guidance and the will to overcome obstacles. It is an integral part of Hinduism.
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A scattering of raw rice grains with several orange colored marigold flowers and petals on the ground. It shows what is left of the marigold flower offerings after a Hindu religious ritual. This last frame thus show the completion of the marigold flowers journey from being strung into garland, being sold and ultimately being offered.
Crafting Flavorful Salted Sun-Dried Fish
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Several empty circular fish traps made from sturdy metal frame and plastic nets that are left to dry in the sun after being used. This shows the local source of food and income of the fishermen in the Philippines. This will be the first step in the process of making dried fish.
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Overhead view of raw fresh and cleaned fishes in a basin, as well as fishes being kept alive in an aerated container in order to prolonged its freshness. These are the same fishes caught by the traps in the first frame. They are displayed in the local market for sale
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Close up view of filleted and salted fish mounted on a plastic net and left to dry naturally through the heat of the sun. This is the same fish from the previous frame. It shows the process of preservation and making salted sun dried fish called Bulad in the Philippines.
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Heaps of bulad or salted dried fish finished product in native woven basket container that are displayed for sale in a local market stall. These are the same fishes from the previous frames. This concludes the story of how bulad is made and sold. From catching and cleaning to the drying and selling.
Ulos Cloth : A Batak Cultural Heritage and Livelihood in North Sumatra Indonesia
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A tailor sitting among vividly colored textile while meticulously preparing red strands of thread by hand in order to make Ulos. Ulos is a traditional Tenun or weaving fabric of the Batak people of North Sumatra in Indonesia. It shows the authentic indigenous art, craft and culture of the Batak.
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Close up to a stack of folded newly made vibrant red Ulos fabric showcasing indigenous ethnic design that will be displayed for sale on the market.
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Close-up of the newly woven red colored Ulos clothe with fringe and intricate patterns hanged in a row, displayed for sale in the local market.
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Close up to the old tired hands of a market seller counting Indonesian rupiah which is his profit from selling the traditional Ulos fabric.This emphasized the significance of Ulos not only as an indigenous art and culture of the Batak people but also a source of income and livelihood in North Sumatra, Indonesia.
Salt Harvesting Process in Kampot, Cambodia.
A Peek at Authentic Tradition
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Low section shot of a male unidentifiable worker manually gathering salt into rows and heaps using a long wooden tool in an evaporation pond.
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Close up of the heaps of salt forming a pyramid and arranged in a row with its reflection barely reflected on the bluish tint water of the evaporation pond.
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Close up of three woven wicker baskets left on the ground with the sunset light and shadow cast upon it. It's a tool used to gather and carry harvested salt.
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Mounds of harvested salt and tools left inside a spacious, dimly lit wooden and run down storage house for further processing and packing before it transported to be sold.
A Glimpse of Winter in Sapa, Vietnam
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Beautiful early morning scenery of the mountain landscape of Sa pa in Northern Vietnam hidden by wintry fog. Viewed from a wooden balcony ledge with a potted plant and overhanging bare branches that evokes a sense of soothing serenity and calm
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Close-up of a peaceful sleeping brown and black colored pet dog curled up on a textured floor with emphasis on its thick double coat fur that keep it cozy amidst the chilly morning
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Close up view of a set of handmade brown earthen cups with simple ethnic design for tea or coffee resting on a wooden table, exuding cozy rustic charm and inviting warmth.
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Traditional Vietnamese coffee prepared by slow drip on a rustic wooden table in the foreground with a lit cozy stone fireplace surrounded by wooden furniture in the blurry background.
Peaceful Morning Routine With A Pet Cat
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A pet cat sleeps peacefully on a wooden balcony railing decorated by stack of balancing zen stone with two wooden tall stool chairs. The scenic view of the river and the lush green tropical rainforest is seen in the background. Shows a relaxing morning and peaceful moment of home life.
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Close-up of a black and white pet cat sleeping, with a soft blurred background. This is the same cat in the previous frame with a focus and emphasis on its tranquil and restful expression to evoke the feeling of a calm early morning and peaceful moment of daily home life.
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Overhead view of hands preparing a mug with saucer and coffee in a french press on a wooden balcony beside the same sleeping black and white pet cat from the previous frame. Shows a pet owner preparing for morning coffee in the company of a pet cat. A peaceful life at home.
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Focus on coffee in the french press with a mug and saucer beside it. The view of the river and forest is seen in the background and a hand is seen caressing the sleeping pet cat in the chin. Shows owner petting the cat while waiting for the morning coffee to be ready thus conclude the story of a peaceful morning coffee routine with a pet cat.
A Wandering Ginger Stray Cat Meets a Friend
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Stray ginger tabby cat with matted and disheveled thick fur walking outside on concrete ground during the day.
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A stray ginger tabby cat with matted and disheveled thick fur and a purposeful searching expression. Walking and passing by a parked vehicle.
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A hand giving a stray wandering ginger cat an affectionate chin scratch. The focus is on the look of pure enjoyment and satisfaction on the cat's face. In this frame it shows a moment when a stray meets a caring person.
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verhead view of a ginger stray cat relaxing into a hand that is poised to lift said cat. Focus on the look of relief and comfort in the feline's face. It shows the connection and blooming friendship between the stray cat and the person it met while it is wandering.
A Fickle Cat Mood
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A thirsty black thai cat or konja in the local language, seen standing on its hind legs while bracing itself against an orange colored pail containing water, in an attempt to drink after a long walk on a hot summer day. Shows the adorable ingenuity and willful behavior of a typical cat.
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The same sleek black thai cat or konja seen in the first frame now walks pass the orange colored pail of water. It continues to march forward and looks refreshed and energized with a determined facial expression. Its eyes squinting from the brightness, yet firmly focused on the general direction of the camera.
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The same wandering black thai cat or konja now walking towards its owner who is bending down to give loving and affectionate back petting. The cat has its eyes closed with a calm content facial expression and appears to be freely enjoying the attention and caress it is currently receiving.
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In this last frame, the same black cat now has its eyes open and slanted, with a look of boredom and annoyance in its facial expression. It appears to no longer enjoy the attention and touch it is getting from its owner. It shows the fickle mood and behavior of a typical pet cat.
Rescue Cat Success Story
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A volunteer at an animal shelter holding and attempting to bottle-feed a rescue with the focus on the small newborn kitten being held gently and carefully in a warm blue cloth by human hand.
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In this frame, the same rescued kitten from the previous frame is now older. It is play fighting with the hand of the volunteer caregiver at the animal shelter.
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Side view of a calm tabby cat lying down. This is the same rescue kitten from the last frame. Now it is a healthy juvenile cat.
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Close-up portrait of a tabby cat with a sharp and focused gaze. The same cat from the previous frame is now a full grown healthy adult cat.
Journey of a Marigold Flower in Hinduism
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A hand seen stringing bright orange marigold flowers into garlands to be sold in the market as Hindu religious offerings that symbolizes the vibrancy and positivity of life and auspiciousness. It is offered to God as a symbol of surrender of the mortal human being to the supreme power in Hinduism.
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Several finished marigold flower garland hanged on an empty woven basket beside a plastic bag filled with unstrunged flowers. These garlands and flowers are going to be displayed for sale in the market to be used as sacred religious offerings that symbolize surrender to Gods' power in the practice of Hinduism.
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Close up to several marigold flower garland finished product hanged on a woven wicker basket and displayed for sale at a local market. It is used in Hindu religious worship rituals and offerings, that symbolizes trust in the divine and the will to overcome obstacles. It is an integral part of Hinduism.
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Overhead view of a hand holding several petals from a marigold garland over several tea candles. It shows what is left of the marigold flower offerings after a Hindu religious ritual. This last frame thus show the completion of the marigold flowers journey from being strung into garland, being sold and ultimately being offered.
Preparing A Pineapple; Healthy Snack
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A persons' hand slicing off the peel of a pineapple using a knife on a wooden cutting board next to potted indoor plants on a granite countertop.
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A persons' hand slicing and dicing the peeled pineapple using a knife on a wooden cutting board next to potted indoor plants on a granite countertop.
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Sliced and diced juicy pineapple fruit in a ceramic plate with a fork. Placed next to another pineapple and potted indoor plants on a granite countertop.
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A hand poking a piece of chopped pineapple pieces on a plate with a fork, about to eat it. This is the culmination of how a pineapple fruit is peeled, sliced and served to be eaten as a refreshing healthy snack or dessert at home that offers a refreshing and tropical twist.
The Art Behind Peppercorn Farming in Tropical Climates
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Rows of lush young green vines of the peppercorn plant or Piper nigrum supported with trellises or poles in a small organic farm. The leaves appear shiny from reflecting the bright sunlight indicating a warm and tropical climate. Peppercorn vines are cultivated for their berries that will be cured or dried and turn into spice.
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Rows of peppercorn plant or piper nigrum supported with trellises or poles with additional sun shade to partially block the sun. In this frame, the crop is now mature and almost ready to start bearing flowers that will turn into fruits thus the addition of shade. It shows the progression from juvenile plant to mature one in the farming process.
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Close to vines of a peppercorn plant or Piper nigrum with young peppercorn cob that will later turn into berries which in turn will be harvested to be cured or dried before selling. It is showing the good growth and maturity of the cultivated crop from the two previous frames.
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Medium shot of dried peppercorns or Piper nigrum in massive plastic sack containers that are displayed in one of the stalls in the local market. It shows the final product of the organic peppercorn farm. This concludes its life cycle from juvenile vine to flowering and fruiting up to being harvested and sold.
