Light Light in the Southern Hemisphere is VERY different. I am from South Africa originally, but have spent time in Europe, and two years in North America. As an artist, I can see a very distinct difference in the quality of light. I flew over Africa during the day, and could see a difference between Northern Africa (including the Sahara) and Southern Africa. It seems that the way the light strikes the Earth between hemispheres is not symmetrical. Photos of New Zealand seem to indicate a similar light quality to that of South Africa. I'd say it's more crisp, full, luminous in the South (I'm not just talking about the distance from the equator) -- it's hard to describe... but it's part of what makes South Africa so uniquely beautiful.
Hi Bekka, It all sounds absolutely amazing! Your stories of the schools were fascinating- and were a great insight for me (all the way in sunny acton!). Looking forward to seeing you soon! xx
Hi Bekka (or should I call you Dian (Fossey - geddit?)
Sounds like you've been having a fantastic time over there. Very jealous of you having been on a gorilla trail. Guess you're nearing the end of the trip now. Have a safe trip home.
James
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Gare au Gorill-ill-ill-ill-ille Dear Bekka - my computer has been on the blink, my work hates blogs and there you are. I have just read all your entries to date (15/7/09 far too late at night) and I am moved in all sorts of ways. I read about those people who move away for education and think to myself how sad that from such a wonderful continent (albeit not Uganda, which seems more peaceful than nearly everything) people come to the UK for refuge and betterment and I end up trying to stick them in prison for taking other people's phones. And I read about how people farm vertically and I think how useless we are to endlessly exist in cities where we produce nothing and break the backs of the world's farmers. And then, I read about your Gorilla Adventures, and am transfixed by memories of Attenborough, Brassens, Willard Price, and wish I was looking in their eyes too.
fabulous Wow Bekka, it all looks amazing. I can't wait to talk to you about it at camp. So jealous ! wish I could have some time out to do something as fabulous as you are.
Sounds wonderful Hi Bekka
Great to catch up with your expedition! It sounds as though you're having a wonderful time though I'm astonished to hear you've been rafting! Brilliant!
Take care, love c
Hey Bekka.
It's sounds like your African adventure is everything you hoped it would be and more! Wow . . . truly amazing . . . please continue to keep us updated.
xx Chantelle
giraffes I've always thought they look like they move in slow motion.
And Justin is right about the light. There is indeed something unique about the light in africa. The photos tell that story.
Light Great 'first Africa post' Bekka. I've never been so it's all fascinating to me.
What's also interesting is the light, especially in the photo of Sandy and Colin. There's clearly something about the southern hemisphere light that's different because I could just tell it wasn't in Europe. Or maybe I'm kidding myself.
Anyway, keep up the good work and I look forward to the next instalment.
we'll miss you You'll be fine. They'll be loads of ups and maybe a few downs but loads and loads of interesting new facts, animals and people to take in all of which I'm looking forward to hearing about. As for the 6-8 legged variety. Deet. Pure and simple. In the battle between man and insect it wins hands down.
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Robert Laniewski
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Light in the Southern Hemisphere is VERY different. I am from South Africa originally, but have spent time in Europe, and two years in North America. As an artist, I can see a very distinct difference in the quality of light. I flew over Africa during the day, and could see a difference between Northern Africa (including the Sahara) and Southern Africa. It seems that the way the light strikes the Earth between hemispheres is not symmetrical. Photos of New Zealand seem to indicate a similar light quality to that of South Africa. I'd say it's more crisp, full, luminous in the South (I'm not just talking about the distance from the equator) -- it's hard to describe... but it's part of what makes South Africa so uniquely beautiful.