Stunning photographs captured over six-month period


	Stunning photographs captured over six-month period

balthazarus

11-21-2008 11:37 AM

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balthazarus says:

Very impressive picture, and patience...

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11-21-2008 2:44 PM

BartendingBear

Pin-holes rock. Great clip.

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