A Postcard From Islay

Portnahaven, Islay, 'Queen of the Hebrides'. An attractive 19th century planned village with a sheltered harbour and view of the Atlantic, and the best placed mailbox I have come across. The villagers were originally predominantly fishermen and crofters. Sadly, one of the houses has long been abandoned to the elements, It would have had amazing views and is such a shame. My link here is 'Ain't That A Shame' by Fats Domino.

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Petar Bojić, Hubs 56, , sea-herdorf and 68 other people have particularly liked this photo

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Roger Bennion ^club

A marvellous view and ace photography. Super control of the exposure setting and very well composed. Love those gorgeous blue tones. A fave for me. A clever match to an all-time classic from Fats Domino! Thanks very much for posting to 'Sight and Sound', Carol.

8 years ago.

Ecobird ^club has replied to Roger Bennion ^club

Thank you very much Roger. Really appreciated. I fell in love with Islay instantly. When I was 12 years old my parents bought me my first record player. We had a lovely old lady as a neighbour who brought me in some of her records but they were old 78s, one of which was 'Blueberry Hill' My tastes then ran to the The Monkees, and the Stones and I was not impressed. I am ashamed to say I thanked her but quickly binned them! You live and learn!

8 years ago.

Malik Raoulda ^club

Une belle et superbe vue imprenable et très contrastante..
La couleur blanche des façades enjolive parfaitement l'environnement photographique .

8 years ago.

Ecobird ^club has replied to Malik Raoulda ^club

Thank you very much Malik. Really appreciated. It is a lovely little port and I like the white buildings, - it makes the place look so fresh and clean

8 years ago.

William Sutherland ^club

Magnificent shot!

8 years ago.

Ecobird ^club has replied to William Sutherland ^club

Thank you very much William - really appreciated.

8 years ago.

Esther ^club

What a difference a roof makes.

8 years ago.

Ecobird ^club has replied to Esther ^club

Ha ha! It really does. Thank you very much Esther. Really appreciated

8 years ago.

RHH ^club

Beautiful photo, Carol. Wouldn't mind being there.

8 years ago.

Ecobird ^club has replied to RHH ^club

Thank you very much Ron. It is a gorgeous island with pretty places like this and gorgeous long beaches. I would love to go back some day

8 years ago.

RHH ^club

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8 years ago.

Ecobird ^club has replied to RHH ^club

Thank you Ron. Much appreciated

8 years ago.

William Sutherland ^club

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Ecobird ^club has replied to William Sutherland ^club

Thank you very much William. Much appreciated

8 years ago.

Edward Bowthorpe

Looks so beautiful there,eddie,

8 years ago.

Ecobird ^club has replied to Edward Bowthorpe

Thank you Eddie. Very much appreciated

8 years ago.

Karen's Place ^club

Well, that surely is a shame, but your image is pure beauty and a glorious viewed large.

A good ol' tune by Fats Domino too. Nice combo, Carol. :)

8 years ago.

Ecobird ^club has replied to Karen's Place ^club

Thank you very much Karen. I am surprised someone has not snapped up to renovate it as the location is so good. Wish you a good weekend ahead

8 years ago.

ROL/Photo ^club

Another beautiful view

8 years ago.

Ecobird ^club has replied to ROL/Photo ^club

Thank you very much. Really appreciated.

8 years ago.

Roger (Grisly) ^club

Beautiful place and a lovely capture, I could soon make that place habitable and what a place to live !, Didn't think you were old enough for Fats Domino lol.

8 years ago.

Ecobird ^club has replied to Roger (Grisly) ^club

Thank you very much hon. Ha ha! Definitely not! Must have heard it somewhere, - perhaps my mother used to sing it! Lol!

8 years ago.

tiabunna ^club

It's always a buzz to recognise places I've visited. :-) A lovely image and far better weather than when I was there. Always great to hear Fats again.

8 years ago.

Ecobird ^club has replied to tiabunna ^club

Thank you very much George. I feel the same, - it takes you back to another moment in time. It is the same with music for me too. The weather may have helped but Islay is such a beautiful island. I would love to go back there

8 years ago.

Jeff Farley

What a beautiful photograph. Super shot.

8 years ago.

Ecobird ^club has replied to Jeff Farley

Thank you very much Jeff. Really appreciated

8 years ago.

Christiane ♥.•*¨`*•✿

Oh! what an excellent and beautiful picture, Carol ! *****
Very, very well done indeed !
Have a nice evening, my friend.

8 years ago.

Ecobird ^club has replied to Christiane ♥.•*¨`*•✿

Thank you very much Christiane. Really appreciated. I love Islay, - it is a beautiful island

8 years ago.

Dave Roberts 2014

Nice composition Carol, a great view of the village and bay. Good song too!

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8 years ago.

Ecobird ^club has replied to Dave Roberts 2014

Thank you very much Dave. Really appreciated

8 years ago.

Helena Ferreira

Splendid panorama!

8 years ago.

Ecobird ^club has replied to Helena Ferreira

Hi Helena and many thanks. Really appreciated. Enjoy the rest of your week

8 years ago.

Puzzler4879

Simply superb!

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8 years ago.

Ecobird ^club has replied to Puzzler4879

Thank you very much John. Really appreciated

8 years ago.

RHH ^club

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8 years ago.

Ecobird ^club has replied to RHH ^club

Thank you Ron. Really appreciated

8 years ago.

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8 years ago.

Ecobird ^club has replied to RHH ^club

Good evening and many thanks Ron

8 years ago.

RHH ^club

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8 years ago.

Ecobird ^club has replied to RHH ^club

Thank you very much Ron

8 years ago.

Ecobird ^club has replied to RHH ^club

Thank you Ron. Very much appreciated

8 years ago.

Treasa Ui Cionaodha

Stunning scenic shot. Extra on Black and Large Well done Carol Regards Tess

8 years ago. Edited 8 years ago.

Ecobird ^club has replied to Treasa Ui Cionaodha

Hi Tess and many thanks. Really appreciated.

8 years ago.

Jürgen

wunderschönes Foto.
Fantastisch das Blau/Weiss

8 years ago.

Ecobird ^club has replied to Jürgen

Many thanks - really appreciated. Wish you a lovely weekend

8 years ago.

Dave Roberts 2014

Very nice Carol.

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8 years ago.

Ecobird ^club has replied to Dave Roberts 2014

Thank you very much Dave. Really appreciated. Have a great weekend

8 years ago.

Diana Australis ^club

Although I love your postcard, I would rather be there!
And I guess that is what a postcard induces...it's a lovely, lovely shot Carol!

8 years ago.

Ecobird ^club has replied to Diana Australis ^club

Thank you very much Diana. Really appreciated. I really fell in love with this island, and like you I would love to be there now. Have a lovely weekend

8 years ago.

Jaap van 't Veen ^club

Picture postcard perfect.
Congrats on Explore.

8 years ago.

Fantasyfan

Impressive view

8 years ago.

* Didier 85 *

Bel endroit Carol !

8 years ago.

M♥rJ Photogr♥phy !!… ^club

Oh to be there Carol !!! Wonderful image !!!

8 years ago.

Ecobird ^club has replied to M♥rJ Photogr♥phy !!… ^club

Good evening and many thanks. Really appreciated. I would love to go back there some day

8 years ago.

Treasa Ui Cionaodha

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Congratulations on Explore Frontpage & What's Hot. Well done Carol Regards Tess

8 years ago.

RHH ^club

Congratulations on Explore, Carol.

8 years ago.

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8 years ago.

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8 years ago.

Pat Del ^club

White houses, blue sky ... A great photo !
Best regards
Pat

8 years ago.

Ecobird ^club has replied to Pat Del ^club

Many thanks Patrick. Really appreciated

8 years ago.

Gudrun ^club

In weather like this the West of Scotland is incredible! I trust you tasted a few good Islay single malts:-)

8 years ago.

J. Gafarot ^club

Beautiful place !
Congratulations !

8 years ago.

Jadviga Grase ^club

Beautiful capture! Fave for me!***********

8 years ago.

Elbertinum ^club

Ein schöner Kontrast - die weißen Häuser der blaue Himmel und das blaue Meer :-)

8 years ago.

Schussentäler ^club

stunning shot

8 years ago.

LotharW ^club

I always love a few drops of malt from there in winter and on sundays by the fireplace! :-)))

8 years ago. Edited 8 years ago.

sea-herdorf ^club

Eine wunderschöne Inselwelt, Ecobird,
sehr schön in Szene gesetzt,
freundliche Grüße
Erich

7 years ago.

Hubs 56 ^club

a lovely place - good framed, Hubs

6 years ago.

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