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      <description>Another small set of odds and ends from the last few days around Seattle.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;img src="http://marcus.pictures/fullsize/DSCF4580.jpg" alt="Stingray" /&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Stingray&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Stingray&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;img src="http://marcus.pictures/fullsize/DSC03718.jpg" alt="Seattle Nights: Ferris Wheel Glow" /&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Seattle Nights: Ferris Wheel Glow&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Seattle&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;img src="http://marcus.pictures/fullsize/R0009099.jpg" alt="Northern Lights Shipping" /&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Northern Lights Shipping&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br/&gt;The image captures a cyclist wearing a helmet and a backpack, riding along a pavement beside a white building with the words &amp;quot;NORTHERN LIGHTS SHIPPING &amp;amp; RECEIVING&amp;quot; prominently displayed. The cyclist is in the foreground, while the backdrop features an industrial area with parked vehicles and boats in the distance, hinting at a maritime setting. The scene is presented in black and white, adding a classic and stark quality to the visual elements, emphasizing the contrasts between the cyclist and the surrounding structures.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;img src="http://marcus.pictures/fullsize/DSC03713.jpg" alt="Nobody can cancel you" /&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Nobody can cancel you&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br/&gt;The image features a collection of stickers and posters on a textured wall, with a prominent hand-drawn poster stating, &amp;quot;Nobody Can Cancel You WITHOUT YOUR Consent.&amp;quot; The poster is decorated with floral illustrations, emphasizing its message of empowerment and consent. Surrounding this main subject are various other stickers, including a logo reading &amp;quot;ANFOPOP,&amp;quot; a vintage car graphic, and a red &amp;quot;STOP&amp;quot; sign, all contributing to an urban, artistic vibe. The monochromatic tone enhances the gritty aesthetic of the&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;img src="http://marcus.pictures/fullsize/DSCF4583-2.jpg" alt="Joyride in Black and White" /&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Joyride in Black and White&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Cappuccino&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;img src="http://marcus.pictures/fullsize/DSCF4567.jpg" alt="I AM" /&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;strong&gt;I AM&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br/&gt;The image features a close-up view of a textured wall corner, showcasing decorative elements in a monochrome palette. Prominently displayed is a sign that reads &amp;quot;I AM,&amp;quot; positioned above a stylized wing motif, which adds an artistic touch to the scene. The lighting creates distinct contrasts, highlighting the intricate patterns on the wall and the sign, while a white fence in the foreground enhances the visual depth. The overall composition emphasizes simplicity and elegance in design.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;img src="http://marcus.pictures/fullsize/DSCF4557-2.jpg" alt="Home no more" /&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Home no more&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br/&gt;The image depicts an abandoned, weathered camper trailer partially obscured by overgrown vegetation and vines, creating a sense of decay and neglect. The trailer, characterized by its peeling paint and dirt, has a door ajar, suggesting a long absence of human presence. The black-and-white setting enhances the atmosphere, emphasizing the contrast between the man-made structure and the encroaching nature, evoking themes of time and abandonment in a forgotten location.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;img src="http://marcus.pictures/fullsize/R0009069.jpg" alt="Contrast of Doors" /&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Contrast of Doors&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br/&gt;The image features a stark contrast between a white door and a gray garage door, both set against a weathered wooden wall. The door, with a circular knocker and two doorknobs, appears slightly worn around its edges, suggesting age and neglect. To the right, the garage door is marked with the phrase &amp;quot;NO PARKING,&amp;quot; which is slightly obscured by shadows. The overall composition emphasizes the textures of the surfaces and the interplay of light and shadow, creating a moody atmosphere.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
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