Greetings to the people of Earth.
I've always wanted to say that! Now that I did, I can now get on with other things.
I'm a science fiction writer (not famous yet) born and raised in Chicago, Illinois. I've lived in the Czech Republic and Germany, and though I am currently back in Chicago, much of my heart remains in the Czech Republic. Maybe it's the beer. Or the bread. I hope to live in Moscow soon, as a big portion of my heart already resides there. I've had an interest in science fiction since an early age and will probably maintain that interest for the rest of my life. I love SF, and anything else that embraces the spirit of discovery...or anything that chafes against the arbitrary boundaries of "conformity."Â
I discovered Renderosity a couple of years back when I was browsing the internet, looking for cool images to spark my imagination during a period of writer's block. It wasn't a serious block, but I needed something to make me ask the sorts of questions that I always ask before settling down to craft a short story or novella. Since that time, I've written quite a lot and I've begun to post photographs and other visual works that I created here...partially because I love the Renderosity community in general, and partially because the images and text-snippets that I have contributed here are something of an ongoing journal. I'm incredibly lazy when it comes to journal keeping, and so posting picures of particular significance actually helps me to remember the things I want to remembe, without having to eat into my fiction writing time by writing non fiction. Well, at least that's my excuse and I am sticking with it.
I entered into the field of photography totally by accident; I'd always been interested in capturing small stories, but it wasn't until my journey to Europe that I began to consciously seek out tableaus that imply stories in progress. As a result of that, my writing is growing in unexpected directions, and I look forward to becoming more and more active here, and in other artistic/publishing fields.
For those looking at my gallery, enjoy it and feel free to leave comments and sitemail! Good day to all!
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Comments (22)
myrrhluz
I'll admit, I'm not extraordinarily fond of earwigs. It is something in the name and a totally unreasonable prejudice on my part. Your story and information has moved me to resolve to better myself. I looked them up and saw the formidable appendages on the male (slight backsliding of my resolve, there.) Excellent story and pretty little lady (well I'm working on the second bit, but she is excellently captured). I love the image of the little seamstresses stitching up the ripped fabric of the sky. That would make an excellent image in a children's book. I imagine there are many such books in Agara. Wonderfully inventive and well written story of earwigs and dragons, and also of your adventures with this camera shy specimen. A total delight to read.
lwperkins
I have visions of tiny containers of turtle wax and chamois cloths waiting the polish the earwigs. I'm not fond of earwigs, but if they predict dragons, I can adjust my attitude;)
CoreyBlack
WOW! I want some of what you're on. The image and writing are delightful. The detailing and texture here is very nice. You photograph bugs and insects better than anyone I know. As for the writing, I love the idea of the sky being ripped and then sewed back together. As to clean earwigs, I'm getting an image of liitle earwig washing stations where the hot wax costs extra. Great work.
RodS Online Now!
Excellent photo, Chip! And I love the story to go along with it. Happy New Year, my friend, and may you have dragons aplenty in 2011!
MagikUnicorn
Great closeup I use to catch this for fishing...It's really work ;-) ☼ HAPPY NEW YEAR ☼
beachzz
Earwigs give me the creeps after seeing a Twilight Zone episode about them. I won't go into detail, but don't let em lay eggs in your ear!!
kgb224
Outstanding capture my friend.
lick.a.witch
Earwigs (males) were used often to 'sew' wounds. They were held against the wound until their pincers 'bit' then, poor souls, their heads were cut off. Their pincers remained intact until the wound healed. Sucks to be a male earwig! I, on the other hand, have the greatest respect for this much maligned creatures even when they invade my dahlias! Fabulous narrative and wonderful image. ^=^
KateBlack10
Really interesting read and image Chip :) I had no idea that earwigs have such a vibrant history and life. The vision of the males ripping apart the sky while the females sew the ripped edges of the sky together, using silken thread made from stardust and needles made of the finest moonlight is AWESOME! What a beautiful and visual tale. It makes me appreciate them so much more- great work!
flavia49
wonderful image and narrative!! Happy New Year 2011!!
RobyHermida
Excellent !!!!!! Hugs:)
helanker
I must say, you constantly amaze me with your brain spinns, Chip. What you can get out of watching a earwig is just amazing and deep fascinating. You are like a cat with nine lives, because of all you experience from tiny things. You dont just see an earwig. (one thing) No, you see alot of things, every time you look at something new. That is what I mean by you living nine lives. Where we only see the finger, your brain sees a whole arm or more. LOL ! The best part is, that you share some of your thoughts with us. Yeah I know, a bad explanation, but I dont have your skill and with your brain, I am sure you understood what I meant.
MrsRatbag
She looks to be made of bronze...nicely seen and captured. And I guess I'd best put up my dragon shield before spring!
durleybeachbum
Corey stole my line! I was just thinking the same..that maybe I could ooze like you with the help of something a little extra, shall we say.
Orinoor
It is good to know that someone out in the world appreciates earwigs. I confess, I am an earwig hater, both as an overly imaginative child and as a grown-up gardener. Dragons do seem right for them, they are both fierce and well-armed, attributes which don't garner much enthusiasm when they are ensconced in my grapes and corn. Lovely shot!
auntietk
I must admit that you're moving me from loathing the things to tolerating them somewhat better. The last earwig I found in my house still got flushed, but I did it calmly, with no creeping out. Maybe the next one I find I'll put outside. LOL! Yeah ... maybe not. We'll see! But you're on your way to saving at least a few earwigs. Great story!
Rhanagaz
Great information an a great capture of this "little dragon" ;o)
sandra46
WOWO A NEW MONSTER! GREAT CAPTURE
MrsLubner
Boy, oh, boy... I can tell you've never seen or had an earwig in your ear. :-) In the south where I came from, earwig infestation was almost as bad as roach or fire ant infestation. They would crawl on the bed at night and every once in a while, one got into the cool, damp ear canal and refused to come out. That meant a trip to the doctor for flushing and extraction. These guys do real damage to my garden. Doesn't mean I don't like looking at them, but they aren't my friend. This is a super shot with excellent detail and I don't have to actually see one on my floor to enjoy it. :-)
0rest4wicked
My daughter would run from the room if seeing this...lol. Sensational narrative!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
danapommet
Fantastic capture Chip! We called these "pincher bugs" when we were little kids. I loved Corey's comment!!!! It is wonderful narrative. Dana
moochagoo
I agree with Corey :))