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poetic nature poems and observati... By Christiaan A. Legan
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writer
photographer?
idealist
nature-lover
open-minded
conservationist
...?
I don't claim to be a great photographer, by any stretch. And I probably post way too many inadequate shots. My goal is to capture shots I find interesting and dramatic, and then share them with as many people as care to look at them.
NOTE! If I don't add you as a contact, please don't take it personally. I like to be involved with my contacts and take the time to leave them thoughtful comments, thus I find it difficult to keep up if I have too great a number of contacts. For this reason, I have to keep my contact list limited, unfortunately. Thank you for your understanding!
"In wildness is the preservation of the world."
"Goodness is the only investment that never fails."
"Nature is like a silent but sympathetic companion."
~ Henry David Thoreau
"If the sight of the blue skies fills you with joy, if the simplest things of nature have a message that you understand, rejoice, for your soul is alive."
~ Eleanora Duse
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States I've visited (guess which two I flew to):
visited 20 states (40%)Create your own visited map of The United States
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Photos of christiaan_25 (10)
christiaan_25's favorite photos from other Flickr members (7,392)
Contacts (85)
Groups (50)
- beTWO -no buildings- ~ 1 p / 2 a with our code, please! ~ 3,728 photos, 527 members
- ~Stealing Shadows~ - by ADMIN invite - *+18, Cmt 1 7,868 photos, 2,446 members
- The Sky Theme - Post 1, Award 3 - Sweeper Active 27,191 photos, 3,085 members
- 100 + Viewed Best Architecture Photos (add 1, award 1) 18,617 photos, 1,538 members
- Tilt-shift Miniature Fakes 60,693 photos, 18,331 members
- Artistic Perspectives 12,198 photos, 535 members
- I used to be young and listened to this 36 photos, 33 members
- NHL 3,008 photos, 182 members
- Chicago Blackhawks 2,373 photos, 230 members
- *~ Rock .. Paper - No Scissors ~* by Admin/Mod Invite 1,902 photos, 755 members
- ***All beautiful shots and many more. {♣Admin Invite Only♣} 201,570 photos, 10,945 members
- Your Best Shot 2011 14,023 photos, 16,490 members
- 100 Days of Winter 729 photos, 76 members
- Rolye group - ** Sunsets ** Post 1 - Awards 5 2,091 photos, 907 members
- Best Of DAMN! I Wish I'd Taken That 21,974 photos, 4,544 members
- Scenic Splendor - Post 1/ Comment 2 3,598 photos, 370 members
- Zombies, Zombies, Zombies! 26,596 photos, 3,172 members
- converse n.w.o. 11,586 photos, 2,385 members
- Chucks 1,591 photos, 374 members
- CHUCKS? YEAHH, OF COURSE!!!!!!!!! 4,568 photos, 870 members
- La eternidad del instante - Concurso de Soledad VOTANDO! 5,787 photos, 345 members
- NATURAL BEAUTY PHOTOS 11,751 photos, 372 members
- Project Weather 8,105 photos, 2,555 members
- * ~ ♥ ~ Autumn, Harvest-time & Happy Thanksgiving 1,935 photos, 226 members
- Illinois Police & Fire Department & Emergency Management 14,856 photos, 239 members
- Aerial Perspective 4,483 photos, 344 members
- The Master Photographer/Top Class Images. 6,629 photos, 220 members
- The Best Wildlife Photography on Planet Earth. 6,386 photos, 237 members
- Flickr Global (Your Best Photographs). 36,428 photos, 1,213 members
- Naturally Magnificent (NATURE ONLY) {P 1/ C 1} 37,112 photos, 2,042 members
- Cruise Nights & Car Shows 271 photos, 16 members
- Tallships 12,558 photos, 2,135 members
- Animales, Animals, Animaux, Animali, Tiere, Animais, Dieren... 6,449 photos, 550 members
- Disc Dogs and Frisbee Fetchers 955 photos, 153 members
- Saint FRANCIS Of Assisi * PEACE * 1,305 photos, 277 members
- VOICES IN THE WILDERNESS: A Prayer for Wild Things 66,876 photos, 3,384 members
- Cloudporn 88,698 photos, 11,012 members
- rotoballe 8,878 photos, 2,820 members
- Lovely villages, fields, meadows, swamps & countryside 148,052 photos, 5,691 members
- Lamps & Lanterns Lingering in Loneliness 4,411 photos, 1,386 members
- B&W FLICKR - P&B FLICKR 28,730 photos, 3,314 members
- ♥メ Sitting by the Dock of the Bay メ♥ *by invite only* 850 photos, 461 members
- ! JUmPs oFF tHe PAgE ... IMPACT ! MoTioN ! [ Must Awd 2 ] 3,819 photos, 409 members
- Caffeine Nation 1,203 photos, 166 members
- A New Niche 8,760 photos, 517 members
- Birds of Israel 3,206 photos, 398 members
- Flickr THE BEST 2011-2012 42,725 photos, 3,254 members
- PHOTO MAIS 4,229 photos, 307 members
- Your Best Shot 2010 20,273 photos, 24,824 members
- Locks (Padlocks, that is!) 3,796 photos, 1,443 members
Galleries (61)
- Magic mAgic maGic magIc magiC 4 photos
- More Magnificent MONO! 6 photos
- book covers, album art, and movie posters 2 10 photos
- no cityscapes allowed! 9 photos
- Stills 4 photos
Testimonials (12)
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annsamhill says:
"Christiaan, I have to say that you have made Flickr an exciting place for me to visit. With your kind and insightful comments and the way that you see JUST what I am attempting to portray, you make it a joy to belong to this wonderful group Cozy Corner.
I look forward so much to visiting your stream of images as I know I will always be enlightened by their beauty and simplicity and entertained by the wisdom and humour of your writing.
you are a friend indeed. It would be such a privilege to meet you."11th February, 2010
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>Valentina< says:
"Christian is something very special. The smallest details in nature are very important for him. He photographed and commented in loving ways. Harmony in the nature and between humans are very important. You see it in his pictures and in his words!
I would like to know you personally, my friend Chris"15th January, 2010
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Jenny Gandert Photography - aka "Rays From Heaven" says:
"Christian is a nice and caring person, who has a great talent for writing and who just happens to be a great photographer. He makes me feel fortunate to include him as my Flickr friend.
I chose today to write about Christian, because according to the calendar, it is the first day of winter. Christian lives by his own, more seasonally correct calendar and only his most stubborn Flickr friend has dared to stay loyal to the traditional calendar. ;-)
Through his photography, he will lead you down city alleys turned to golden treasure in the night light. He will share with you his determination to get a shot of that elusive bird and you will share in his glory as he gets not one but many great photos of the heron or hawk or whatever it may be... always in their natural environment. He will lead you to his trusted friend, the maple, and call it "ours" as if sharing it completely with all of Flickr. You will laugh as yet another squirrel threatens his very life and smile as he starts to win them over. You will learn of his daily adventures as you read his wonderful stories, even when your eyes are weary... for you know the story is always worth it.
I can't leave out his comments on your photos. He makes people feel good about their photography and their lives. He sees what the photographer saw and he points out things in the photos that many others have passed by. He takes the time and makes the effort to leave sincere comments.
Don't stop here on his profile... take a thorough look around and get to know him. You won't be disappointed."21st December, 2009
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*setsuna says:
"When I visit christiaan photostream,I can feel so refreshing air.As if I walk there! every season he takes same tree,"maple through time",I like this idea.I can see the season in his hometown through his photos,especially this maple shot! He shows every life is so beautiful and dramatic. and he is really kind person,he gives so kind comment every time.I appreciate his friendship so much! Thank you! :)"
10th October, 2009
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Michelle in Ireland says:
"christian ....normally i would write about how wonderful your photos are ... but today .... its gonna be about you ..
i think you are by far one of the best contacts i have ... i value your opinion ... i look forward to hearing from you ... i admire your patience for others (like when i don't comment back straight away ...sorry about that) and i feel honoured to call you a friend.
it truly is a privilege to be amongst those you call friends and i will forever remember it. Thank you so much for beings so wonderful ... and keep clicking my friend .... you're amazing :)"30th August, 2009
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~ Anne ~ says:
"Everyone needs at least one Flickr friend like Christiaan!
He is the faithful friend you can always rely on to leave thoughtful and sincere comments and it's obvious that he gives your photos more than a passing glance. I am always looking forward to his comments! :)
Christiaan's wonder-filled photos express his love for nature and his ability to find beauty everywhere.
I appreciate Christiaan's enthusiam, his kindness, his humility and sincerity... but above all, his friendship!"11th May, 2009
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jbobbe says:
"Well there is not enough to say about Christiaan. He always takes the time to look through your photos. He gives great comments, and makes you feel good that some one genuinely appreciates your work. He himself is a tremendous photographer, and you can see his truthful interest in whatever he is photographing at the moment. I think he see a beauty in everything, and shows it in his work! I always look forward to seeing his postings when I log on!"
4th May, 2009
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rowrlm says:
"The photography that is displayed on Christiaan's pages truly reflects his artistic eye with wonderful detail and light, as well as his creative personality that shows through......from his photos in downtown Chicago to his beautiful photos at the Morton Arboretum. His comments and the descriptions of his photos are so well written that they are almost as much a delight as the photos themselves. He is a dear flickr friend and a wonderful person. Check out his photostream and you will be in awe of its beauty!"
15th April, 2009
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Rosita So Image says:
"Christiaan creates a story with his camera. He has a talent to describe his world through his pictures. I always love the details in his photographs.
I consider Christiaan as one of my Flickr friends, I always appreciate his kind comments, his comments have encourage me to keep posting, when I was a newbie on Flickr.
Thank you Christiaan for sharing your wonderful pictures with us, for your generousity, for eveything...."1st April, 2009
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one under the sun says:
"What amazes me about Christiaan is his sincerity that shows so much in his pictures. He walks with his camera in his hand and documents his world, the way he sees it and wants other to see it. That is why his pictures are so real. It almost feels like you are walking right beside him and you both, stop, stare, comment, photograph and start walking again. It is like watching a Discovery Channel.
He is also the kindest, the most generous and dedicated person that I met on Flickr. I really value his friendship and always looking forward to his comments."15th January, 2009
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Яoodi says:
"Ohh my friend christiaan
friends as you see this is my Artist brother and just gods knows how much im proud of him
the stubborn photographerrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr
and great writerrrrrrrr
can i see that tree in Xmas with snow christiaan?
hahahaa This is christiaan our friends , i love him as my brother"24th November, 2008
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Pixellie. says:
"About Christiaan_25.
I can only say that since having Christiaan as a Flickr Friend I have enjoyed flickr more than ever, not just for his Images or his Comments but also for his Wit and his Caring.Spend a little time and look at his Photostream.
Bill Spalding."24th November, 2008
- Name:
- Christiaan
- Joined:
- September 2007
- Currently:
- Near Chicago, United States of America
- I am:
- Male
- Occupation:
- writer
- Website:
- http://christiaan_25.imagekind.com





















