The inspiration for this week’s challenge is “Contrast”, and here I’m, sharing a very recent image that represents a lot of contrast: the end of the day, beginning of the evening; the dark colors from the previously light sky, kindly kissing the calm ocean waters, introducing the night to observers and by-passers…
The postal card for Archipelago Fernando de Noronha, in Brazil
And, if you’re curious to know how this scene would look during the day, here’s another contrast: the ‘earth-colored sky’ is replaced by a paradisiac blue sky, which is reflected onto the turquoise and green waters…. from a far away view, I’m bringing you all to a closer look at the “Morro Dois Irmãos”(Two Brother’s Hill) 
So, do you prefer the “sunset view” or the “daytime view”? I’m totally bias, because I’m deeply in love with the main island, but I’m leaving the question here!
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good feedback!
pattisj
March 27, 2012 at 1:13 am
It’s so hard to choose! I love the sky in the first photo, but the water in the second photo, and the textures are wonderful.
3rdCultureChildren
March 27, 2012 at 6:34 am
Thank you very much, Pattisj! Glad to know you enjoyed all of them!
evilnymphstuff
March 18, 2012 at 2:32 pm
A beautiful striking contrast. Be it at night or during the day, nature remains as mesmerising as ever!
3rdCultureChildren
March 18, 2012 at 7:43 pm
Loved your comment, comparing the two… Thank you very much!
Ruth Bailey
March 14, 2012 at 7:44 am
I like the sunset photo better, but both are beautiful. They remind me of visiting Capri in Italy and looking down at the stacks in the amazingly aqua water.
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I’m looking forward to seeing your favorites! Ruth
3rdCultureChildren
March 14, 2012 at 8:02 am
Oh, Ruth, thank you! Thanks for taking the time to come by and share your impressions!
Greetings from Brazil!
And Thank You for the award! What a great pleasure! I will make sure I follow the link for the badge, and display it on the blog’s sidebar… Much appreciated! I think I’ll prepare a post about the 7×7 link award…
Beebles
March 12, 2012 at 10:41 pm
Sunset, those are the colors that appeal to me, the other is wonderful as well but if I have to choose it’s too cheery for me.
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3rdCultureChildren
March 12, 2012 at 11:15 pm
Thank you, Beebles! And thanks for sharing your links!
jakesprinter
March 12, 2012 at 8:55 pm
Great entry for the theme contrast ,great work as always my friend
3rdCultureChildren
March 12, 2012 at 9:11 pm
thank you, Jake!
frizztext
March 12, 2012 at 7:11 am
greetings by
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3rdCultureChildren
March 12, 2012 at 7:37 am
Thank you! I’ll make sure I check yours! Thanks for sharing!
angki
March 11, 2012 at 11:18 pm
Whoaaaa awesome both pictures.
3rdCultureChildren
March 12, 2012 at 7:38 am
Thanks!
Amar Naik
March 11, 2012 at 10:21 pm
i like both photos.
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3rdCultureChildren
March 12, 2012 at 7:39 am
Thank you, Amar. Much appreciated!
Words We Women Write
March 11, 2012 at 3:04 pm
Your photos are pure honey, your consumingly joyful lifestyle is my vicarious adventure. Toni
3rdCultureChildren
March 11, 2012 at 5:13 pm
Interesting choice of words, Toni…
Not sure about the lifestyle… [smiles!] once in a while, we have a good opportunity to travel, and snap great pictures… 
But I really appreciate your comments – thanks for taking the time to check the blogpost out! Take care, R.
40again
March 11, 2012 at 11:56 am
I think both photos are stunning, but my favourite is the sunset shot. I think sunsets have such magical qualities, they transform even the most ordinary view into something special. Not that this view is ordinary in any way.
Thanks for sharing them
3rdCultureChildren
March 11, 2012 at 5:14 pm
Thanks for commenting! Much appreciated! It’s great to receive positive feedback!
LonelyTravelog
March 11, 2012 at 11:40 am
I like the first shot!!
3rdCultureChildren
March 11, 2012 at 5:16 pm
Great! It’s definitely a winner! Much appreciated. Thanks for commenting!
The Perfectly Imperfect One
March 11, 2012 at 1:48 am
Both are beautiful in their own way
3rdCultureChildren
March 11, 2012 at 7:21 am
Thank you!
Thanks for stopping by!
amberrosalie
March 10, 2012 at 5:22 pm
Brilliant images! I definitely love the first one more, but I love the burst of colour in the scene shot during the day. I think the rocks/formations are too imposing and scary in the second photo where as the sunset version has a great perspective and the colours set a sort of.. atmosphere, I suppose..
I’m probably not making any sense, haha, but the first I think shows the scene at it’s best. Both of the photos are amazing though. A great choice for this week!
Amber. xx
3rdCultureChildren
March 10, 2012 at 10:29 pm
WOW, Amber! Loved your comment! I can totally see the volcanic rocks being scary! Thanks so much for taking the time to check each one, and share your impressions! Greetings from Brazil!
Gobetween
March 10, 2012 at 3:06 pm
Great contrast a few hours create. Well done.
3rdCultureChildren
March 10, 2012 at 11:03 pm
Thank you!
Wyletter Whaley
March 10, 2012 at 1:57 pm
I found your site through Elizabeth’s “Mirth and Motivation”. Lovely photos. I particularly like the sunset.
3rdCultureChildren
March 10, 2012 at 2:37 pm
Thank you very much, Wyletter! I do need to check your blog, and find out what you’re up to!
Thanks for taking the time to come over and share your impressions! Much appreciated! Greetings from warm Recife, Brazil…
zurisullivan
March 10, 2012 at 12:10 pm
beautiful photos! I like the sunset a little better though
3rdCultureChildren
March 10, 2012 at 1:17 pm
Thank you! It seems that the sunset is the ‘chosen one’… Thanks for stopping by and sharing your comments!
eof737
March 10, 2012 at 6:20 am
Beautiful sunset.
3rdCultureChildren
March 10, 2012 at 6:31 am
thank you… I’m a huge fan of the warm tones all over the sky… Very comforting… Thanks for commenting…
dadirri7
March 10, 2012 at 4:53 am
gorgeous photo!
3rdCultureChildren
March 10, 2012 at 6:30 am
Thank you!
Much appreciated!
Madhu
March 10, 2012 at 4:17 am
Beautiful! Just like all your shots from this enchanting place! Thank you for the pingback!
3rdCultureChildren
March 10, 2012 at 6:30 am
You’re more than welcome!
Pavitra
March 10, 2012 at 3:52 am
the first photo reminds me of two giant heads peeping out of the water
3rdCultureChildren
March 10, 2012 at 6:29 am
Interesting take… They’re called two brothers… From Far away, one gets the impression they’re the same size… From closer look, you can tell the incredible difference… But they’re both gigantic and magnificent! Thanks for commenting, Pavitra!
pix & kardz
March 10, 2012 at 3:43 am
i am going to sit on the proverbial fence and say that both are beautiful in their own way. while the daytime image is brilliant and vibrant, the evening image is magical. thanks for sharing
3rdCultureChildren
March 10, 2012 at 6:27 am
Ohh… Thank you very much, Pix & Kardz!
natureintheburbs
March 10, 2012 at 12:29 am
Lovely!
Fergiemoto
March 9, 2012 at 10:07 pm
Beautiful! I like both, but I will choose the sunset. I like the silhouette and the glowing sky! Thanks so much for the link back to my blog!
3rdCultureChildren
March 10, 2012 at 12:10 am
You’re more than welcome, Fergiemoto! and thanks for answering “my question”…
Always great to get positive feedback! 
Colline
March 9, 2012 at 7:45 pm
I like the night time photograph – the contrast seems more evident.
3rdCultureChildren
March 9, 2012 at 7:56 pm
Thank you, Coline! And thanks for taking the time to check it out!
LadyDiDi
March 9, 2012 at 7:06 pm
Oh, the sunset view is magical! Love both pictures and I envy you for the great places for taking photos
Thanks for the pingback as well!
3rdCultureChildren
March 9, 2012 at 7:55 pm
Thank you, Lady Didi!
Much appreciated!
Cassie's world
March 9, 2012 at 6:01 pm
Paradise dreaming. Fantastic pictures! http://worldofcassie.wordpress.com/2012/03/09/weekly-photo-challenge-contrast/
The Traveling Book Club by Nora Vasconcelos
March 9, 2012 at 5:44 pm
Absolutely beautiful!
3rdCultureChildren
March 9, 2012 at 5:55 pm
Thank you very much!
cobbies69
March 9, 2012 at 5:18 pm
great photo’s and take on theme…;)
Robin
March 9, 2012 at 5:17 pm
Definitely the sunset view…
xandimusic
March 9, 2012 at 5:10 pm
very nice photos, like them!!!
peace
xandi
3rdCultureChildren
March 9, 2012 at 5:21 pm
Thanks for stopping by Xandi! Brasileiro?
Obrigada!
Take care!
xandimusic
March 9, 2012 at 5:23 pm
No, German. But love brazilian music
you should check out our blog too
3rdCultureChildren
March 9, 2012 at 5:26 pm
Cool! And I love Kraftwerk!
Will check your blog, for sure! Thanks for sharing!
xandimusic
March 9, 2012 at 5:27 pm
haha, we already posted them
I think they’re classic for German music everywhere…
3rdCultureChildren
March 9, 2012 at 5:54 pm
and imagine all that for a 13 yr old girl… good times!
xandimusic
March 9, 2012 at 5:58 pm
haha, perfect
3rdCultureChildren
March 9, 2012 at 6:05 pm
3rdCultureChildren
March 9, 2012 at 5:54 pm
Cool! And Kraftwerk !was the first CD I bought as a teenager!
Will check your blog, for sure! Thanks for sharing
Wanderlustress
March 9, 2012 at 5:08 pm
Hey thanks for the pingback. Great photo! Btw, I’m an EFM, too. We’re on our way to Vientiane, Laos for our second tour after two years in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico.
3rdCultureChildren
March 9, 2012 at 5:21 pm
WOW! Getting the EFMs together! Great network! We would love to visit Juarez… Who knows? Maybe one day we’ll… Let’s be in touch, and thanks for stopping by and checking the post!
ameliaclaire92
March 9, 2012 at 5:07 pm
I prefer the sunset view as well. Granted, I’d choose the view of a sunset over just about anything!
3rdCultureChildren
March 9, 2012 at 5:18 pm
Thank you, Amelia!
Sunsets are truly magic! Thanks for checking it out!
Felix
March 9, 2012 at 5:01 pm
Sunset, I like better
3rdCultureChildren
March 9, 2012 at 5:02 pm
Thank you, Felix! The strong/warm colors are definitely a statement!
Thanks for stopping by and commenting… let’s see what we’ll get here! Cheers and wishes for a great weekend!
Felix
March 9, 2012 at 5:20 pm
You have a wonderful weekend too