See The World Through Our Lenses

Posted on January 22, 2013 by lesleycarter

Visual media isn’t exactly my strong point, hence the logo contest. Some people have an inexplicable eye for photography. They understand angles and can take an unbelievable shot with a disposable camera; I am not one of those people. I’ve visited some of the most beautiful places in the world and explored adventures to the extreme, though, so I’ve managed to capture hundreds of great moments on video and in photos. From North America to Oceania, from whitewater rafting to skydiving, you can see the world through our lenses at the Bucket List Publications Gallery.

Have you ever dreamed of flight? You can soar to new heights as you watch me pilot an airplane, a jet pack, a helicopter, and a glider. Maybe it’s the falling aspect the pulls you. Watch as I leap off of buildings, fall through the sky at 200km/hour, or jump from bridges. “Once you have tasted flight, you will forever walk the earth with your eyes turned skyward, for there you have been, and there you will always long to return.” ~ Leonardo Da Vinci

Did you ever see an ocean that was such an unbelievable blue that you were unsure if you were actually awake or asleep? I can show you that dream in Fiji. Have you ever seen the pages of ancient history unfold before your eyes? You can with my photos of Europe. Travel around the world in just a few short minutes or take your time and explore; you can see it all in less than an hour.

Indulge in the adventure of travel and new experiences at Bucket List Publications.

Can you identify where the photos were taken? Make your guess by commenting next to the pictures. Even though you know the country, do you really know the area? Lets test your travel knowledge.

38 thoughts on “See The World Through Our Lenses”

IdealisticRebel on January 22, 2013 at 6:11 pm said:

Greatly interesting blog.

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- lesleycarter on January 23, 2013 at 4:37 am said:
  
  Thank you for the beautiful comment.
  
  Sometimes it’s nice to wake up to the kindness of others 🙂
  
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  - IdealisticRebel on January 23, 2013 at 11:05 am said:
    
    you are correct. hugs, Barbara
    
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mkesling63 on January 22, 2013 at 6:12 pm said:

Visual isn’t mine either so I started asking people with graphic experience for my quotes you may try the same. Photos are just photos that do not perhaps mean fun too some.

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- lesleycarter on January 22, 2013 at 6:18 pm said:
  
  I love photography and including pictures in my posts. I just don’t have that creative eye that is natural to some. 🙂
  
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  - mkesling63 on January 22, 2013 at 6:20 pm said:
    
    Me either. But I like what you are doing. Shows a lot of respect for your customers and I might look you up one day too for an east coast guide. Been sometime since I was there.
    
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apronheadlilly on January 22, 2013 at 6:14 pm said:

I love a lot of photography, but the pics that “mean” the most are the ones I took because I was present!! 🙂

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- lesleycarter on January 23, 2013 at 4:38 am said:
  
  I totally agree. I may not have an eye for it, but when I look back at my photos, I’m instantly brought back to that time. Photography is a beautiful thing regardless of the photographer. Some just do it with ease 😉
  
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Jennifer on January 22, 2013 at 6:22 pm said:

Hey! I had another idea for your logo. I am creative but sometimes struggle to draw/visualize it :). I noticed you used the word lenses quite a bit in the above post….and it got me thinking. It would be neat if your logo was a pair of hipster ray bans (with the frames grey) and the lenses a reflection of pictures you’ve taken on your travels – do you know what I mean?? And the pictures would be in color. Do you know what I mean? I think that could be so cool…..

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shovonc on January 22, 2013 at 6:26 pm said:

That’s a great manifesto.

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reversecommuter on January 22, 2013 at 6:35 pm said:

I LOVE that you experienced a shade of ocean blue that made you question whether you were awake or asleep – that is Inspirational!!!!!!!!!
xo reversecommuter

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bpreethi on January 22, 2013 at 6:38 pm said:

This post reminds me of the time i went skydiving 🙂 fun times xx

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Let's CUT the Crap! on January 22, 2013 at 6:53 pm said:

Stopping here is an education every time.

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- lesleycarter on January 23, 2013 at 4:44 am said:
  
  It’s always a pleasure to hear from you 🙂
  
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Denyse H Turner on January 22, 2013 at 7:02 pm said:

I SO want to skydive but SO afraid!!

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flyfishbrat on January 22, 2013 at 7:39 pm said:

I do see the world through your lense…and what a wonderful world it is. Thanks for taking us all along with you.

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- lesleycarter on January 23, 2013 at 4:48 am said:
  
  Your would is quite beautiful as well. I get hungry every time I look at your site. 🙂
  
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  - flyfishbrat on January 23, 2013 at 4:38 pm said:
    
    Thanks Lesley, that was a sweet comment.
    
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GrowlTigger on January 22, 2013 at 8:19 pm said:

Sums up why I read your blog and similar, too see the world through the lenses of the photographers and bloggers.

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Brandy on January 22, 2013 at 8:33 pm said:

Beautiful! ❤

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frankoshanko on January 22, 2013 at 8:37 pm said:

Cool photo Leslie! 🙂

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donnajeanmcdunn on January 22, 2013 at 8:49 pm said:

There is not a shred of doubt that I would never do the things you have done. I would like to fly, but it would have to be a very large jet and I would not want a window seat. I would have to pretend I was riding in a very large bus. That said, I love your photos, even the ones that make me hyperventilate and make me want to kiss the ground. A boat (also very large) would be more my style to go from country to country and see the world.

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Cat in my Bag on January 22, 2013 at 11:57 pm said:

Amazing pic and great perspective! xo

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sivakumarkulendran on January 23, 2013 at 4:30 am said:

Amen!

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suzicate on January 23, 2013 at 4:37 am said:

I love all of the interesting places I visit and exciting things I do through you! Thanks for sharing your experiences!

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lesleycarter on January 23, 2013 at 4:40 am said:

Thanks for reblogging Mike! If you added social media buttons below your posts, I could share with my followers through Facebook, Twitter, etc. 😉

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- Mike on January 23, 2013 at 4:59 am said:
  
  Thanks, I’ll see if I can get those up. 🙂
  
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twinbeam on January 23, 2013 at 5:02 am said:

Yout experience looks so much and whay a thrill it must have been. I believe Leonardo da Vinci was saying one can experience flight even without even being there up in the sky. He was aware and had to hide his words of what was the real intent. I can from my home if s person is sick. All I need is a picture a focus point.

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apron6 on January 23, 2013 at 7:16 am said:

The quote of Da Vinci is one of the most used and most cliché, but so true! I used it as starting point for Apron6.
I like you photo’s btw 😉

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Heather on January 23, 2013 at 1:34 pm said:

the skydiving photo is beautiful…don’t know where it is though…I also take photos, I’m a complete amateur…but, the way I see it is I’m enjoying myself, these photos are for me so all I have to please is myself! 🙂

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Teddy3indc on January 23, 2013 at 3:25 pm said:

I invite you to hang with me in the Shenandoah mountains for two nights in the spring. Hikes, dual blog and fun. Let me know.

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Turnip Times on January 23, 2013 at 11:19 pm said:

I just read about the sights you visited in Atlanta. WOW Things have changed. I lived there from about 1970 until 1979.

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will2inspire on January 24, 2013 at 1:42 am said:

If the fact that you see your life flashing with the most important memories before your eyes is true, i think you would win an Oscar. Amazing photography, and i can only dream of having these kind of experience you had. Well done!

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Justin Rosander on January 24, 2013 at 10:58 am said:

I’m glad you enjoy that. I get vertigo just looking at that picture. O.O

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kesavamani on January 24, 2013 at 6:47 pm said:

Fantastic. It is my usual dream.

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Photokova on January 25, 2013 at 10:22 am said:

Great post.

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Cicely on January 25, 2013 at 1:16 pm said:

The view though your lense was amazing! I will say this is not on my bucket list but, I am grateful for those non-chicken adventurers like yourself who just go for it :).

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GothicHeartsandBatWings on January 25, 2013 at 8:13 pm said:

I’m always astounded by how wonderful and exciting every new post of yours is. It takes me away into a whole other world of adventure and makes my brain buzz with more plans for travel in the future. I also wanted to let you know that you’ve been nominated for the GARGIE award and The Very Inspiring Blogger Awar. Now I know it may be a little strange looking the photo for the first award, but I feel you deserve them both! Always enjoy reading your post and am never let down by them. Keep on adventuring and traveling on and enjoying the wonders of the world and what it has to offer. Hugs,
Tons of Love Bites,
Izzy

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