Autumn Inukshuk
Uploaded: October 15, 2015 | Entered: October 15, 2015 08:18:12
Thought I would add a little info.
The traditional meaning of the inukshuk is "Someone was here" or "You are on the right path."
Inuksuit are placed throughout the Arctic landscape acting as "helpers" to the Inuit. Among their many practical functions, they are used as hunting and navigational aids, coordination points and message centres (e.g., they might indicate where food was cached). In addition to their earthly functions, certain inuksuk-like figures have spiritual connotations, and are objects of veneration, often marking the spiritual landscape of the Inummariit — the Inuit who know how to survive on the land living in their traditional way.
Exif: Model: NIKON D7000
Karen E. Michaels October 15, 2015 2
How delightful! I have built a few of these dedicated to people who got me to particular points in life. I love the crisp colors and echoes of the building elements in the background. Also love the composition with the water. Movement is life. #1639889Karen E. Gold October 15, 2015
Thanks so much Karen. #11385754JO ANN CLEVELAND October 15, 2015
Now that's kool Karen! #11385765Mitch Spence October 15, 2015
I can see from Karen's comment that these have a special meaning I wasn't aware of. It is a beautiful, natural tribute. #11385929Karen E. Gold October 15, 2015
Thanks Jo Ann and Mitch. I have also added a little information about them. #11385934Patrick Rouzes October 19, 2015 1
Exceptional tones, clarity, focus, b/g & lighting, Karen. They are quite common here amongst the native people, Beautiful capture. #11387669Diane E. Deming October 21, 2015
Karen, Love your composition and all of the interesting information. We have seen these in the upper peninsula of Michigan and in Canada. Nice job! #11389028Rudi Reiner October 27, 2015
Great find and interesting info too! #11392460Karen E. Gold October 27, 2015
Thanks Patrick, Diane and Rudi. #11392462Sign up for an interactive online photography course to get critiques on your photos.
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