The light bouncing off the wet nacre of this clam shell reminded me of Steinbeck's novel in which the poor fisherman, Kino, found the Pearl of Great Price that utterly changed his life. It blinded him with its beauty and elusive promise of wealth at first, but ended up robbing him of everything he held dear -- leaving his life as barren as an empty gray shell.

I read this book ... Usually your photos describe the real world but these are a miracle of poetry ... camilleauteuil · 2008-05-24: 22:51

it is very special and whimsical Dragana · 2008-05-25: 12:28

That first shot is really splendid! Love it... eljapa · 2008-05-25: 16:10

Magnificent post Gripe · 2008-05-27: 04:01

Gorgeous janeE · 2008-05-27: 13:28

How fascinating and what a story!? A metaphor for life perhaps... These shots are magical. I have a 'thing' for shells... ????? · 2008-05-27: 14:37

Great shots! ArtgirlKris · 2008-05-30: 11:26

Fantastic! I adore #1! I can definitely see the "pearl" in that one! =) mattandbranson · 2008-06-14: 18:38

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