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Norma Desmond's photostream
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http://www.loumcgill.com
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came here as an experiment for work - as an e-learning person interested in social software - normadesmond is lou mcgill
also wanted to put my son's work on here to help build his self esteem (had a hard time but improving- see blog if interested). He now has his own photostream in flickr under the name Knight Lloyd
www.flickr.com/photos/85828818@N00/
now am a devoted flickr addict as a human who sometimes takes photos but mostly likes to think

I have met some who take photos, some fab mothers, some thinkers and some very interesting others
'Late at night, when everyone is quiet, sit alone and gaze into the mind; then you notice illusion ending and reality appearing.
You gain a great sense of potential in this every time. Once you have noticed reality appearing yet find that llusion is hard to escape, you also find yourself greatly humbled.
Huanchu Daoren
taoist/daoist
or you could just spend the early hours on flickr...
you decide

Photos of Norma Desmond (1)
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- Talk about Autism 45 photos, 47 members
- NOBODY HERE BUT US CHICKENS!! 9,390 photos, 1,835 members
- Aspie/Autistic - Our Focus, Our Interests 34 photos, 5 members
- POTPOURRI MAGAZINE 92,020 photos, 6,097 members
- Flickr Sisters 2,810 photos, 66 members
- Lensbaby Composer 15,653 photos, 1,443 members
- Lensbaby 60,560 photos, 8,096 members
- Guardian Camera Club 22,073 photos, 10,987 members
- Trash the Dress 7,037 photos, 2,531 members
- SWPP & BPPA Members Group 1,129 photos, 112 members
- Camphill Avenue 68 photos, 3 members
- Shutter Crack 20,977 photos, 2,554 members
- This is Now 13,649 photos, 6,129 members
- Canon EOS 5D Mark II. 335,580 photos, 16,360 members
- By Accident 3,495 photos, 1,505 members
- dont box us in 162 photos, 221 members
- Glasgow Flickr Meetup Group 2,436 photos, 294 members
- Holga Weddings 724 photos, 127 members
- Nikon D300 Users 483,772 photos, 16,232 members
- BLUDOMAIN USERS 6,132 photos, 1,157 members
- Disabled Community & Pride 62 photos, 28 members
- Scottish High Street 137 photos, 30 members
- LOMO Repairs 126 photos, 498 members
- 'Name Me' or 'Agree a Fee'? 97 photos, 173 members
- Fray Quarterly: Issue 3: Sex & Death 136 photos, 636 members
- Das Kabinett Gallery ~ gone dark for rehang 1 photo, 1,088 members
- Scotlands Events 743 photos, 71 members
- Picture The Cure 501 photos, 317 members
- Flickr's Weekly Favorites Contest (DON'T POST TO THE POOL) 134 photos, 719 members
- Hotel Eden 345 photos, 157 members
- The Outsider Festival 148 photos, 31 members
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- ttv whores 16,331 photos, 965 members
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- Scottish Second Lifers 103 photos, 21 members
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- flickrjob's different images (post 1 - award 2) Sweeper running 17,189 photos, 1,096 members
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Testimonials (9)
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John Magnet Bell, Wearing a Red Tie says:
"One of her photos bears a caption taken from Konrad Adenauer:
“We all live under the same sky, but we don't all have the same horizon.”
None would more fittingly describe her work.
I will now adduce another quote, though the person who said it is not famous.
"Poetry ought to be discreet, it has more staying power that way. Also, strive for simplicity. That way, it can reveal itself to us over and over again, and never tire the reader."
This is what Norma's photography makes me feel."12th June, 2007
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jamesjosephimages.com says:
"norma has such profound vision. she presents stark, sometimes shocking imagery that appeals to almost each of your senses. a truly brilliant artist, i'm humbled by her talent."
7th May, 2007
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Infinity Rain says:
"Norma..WOW What can a person say that her photos don't already. She has the kind of strength of character that makes others sit back in awe. A wonderful eye for photography that draws people right into the photo no matter what (or who) it is of. I don't remember how I ran across Norma, or if she found me first but I do know on several ocassions her photography and spirit has brought me to tears. MAKE time to visit her stream because you can't *browse* them, you'll be locked into each one for quite some time. *hugs beautiful*"
12th April, 2007
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mad.melon says:
"wonderful photographer, fabulous woman, fascinating person, gorgeous mom, real angel :))"
18th March, 2007
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ambientlight says:
"It's clearly time I wrote some words about Lou (Norma).
One of my longest-standing contacts, we share a common connection with our autistic son's. I think that fact brought us together initially.
Beyond that I have come to know Lou through her images. Imbued with a joy for life and living, her photos are always thoughtful and full of soul. There is a truth in all of her work.
What I enjoy most I think is the obvious thought that goes into every one of her images, and she is willing to challenge herself and us as she often experiments with occasional forays into the experimental and conceptual.
Thanks for being you Lou, and I'm glad we've made a connection."16th March, 2007
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~~David says:
"Outstanding and Profound.
What else do you need to know?
Subtle and Tender.
What, more?
Alright - AND Amusing!"8th November, 2006
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inanutshell says:
"Norma's flickrstream is truly an inspiration. Her images span a wide variety of subjects and are ageless. Always technically and compositionally sound…her pictures scream reality..and the words that accompany them are profound and thought provoking. She is kind, philosophical and creative. A master of her art…she is an inspiration and I feel honored to have her as a flickr friend.
Thanks for sharing and inspiring!"24th October, 2006
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jessi. says:
"Norma's images span a wide variety of genres, from photojournalistic shots to flower macros. She excels at all types of photography, and each image tells an incredible story. My favorites of her shots are definitely her portraits - she has a remarkable gift for bringing out the best in her subjects. I'm so glad I've found her and her inspiring photostream."
13th June, 2006
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Nuno Leitao says:
"Lou takes photos which excel at two things: humanity and sheer impact. Great stuff."
12th May, 2006












