Your pictures of Scotland: 7-14 August

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News image — John O'Neill captured the eclipse during a gap in the clouds from his back garden in Shotts.

John O'Neill The eclipsed Sun forms a wider, glowing crescent surrounded by warm orange and gold tones. Thick clouds diffuse the sunlight, creating a striking halo effect around the crescent. — John O'Neill captured the eclipse during a gap in the clouds from his back garden in Shotts.

A selection of your pictures of Scotland sent in between 7 and14 August.

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Anastasiia Petruk A thin, bright crescent of the Sun shines through layers of dark grey and blue clouds. The scene has a dramatic, moody look, with dense cloud banks along the bottom of the frame. — Anastasiia Petruk had to wait for a glimpse of the cosmic event from Woodland Bay beach, near Girvan, but said it was worth it.

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Mateusz Sztajnert-Bluj A bright solar crescent is partially obscured by swirling orange-brown clouds. The eclipse is less advanced than in the first image, and the cloud textures are especially prominent across the scene. — Mateusz Sztajnert-Bluj said seeing the eclipse from Heartlands in Whitburn was "magical".

Elaine Sheard A calm shoreline scene with sailboats anchored on still water under a dramatic sky tinged with pink and purple hues. Mist hangs over the distant hills, while the water reflects the soft evening colours. — Elaine Sheard captured the "soft and hazy colours" the morning after the eclipse.

Mark Grierson A grey seal rests on a rocky shoreline covered in dense brown seaweed. It is looking directly toward the camera. — Mark Grierson spotted this two-week old seal pup on a boat ride on Loch Ewe near Poolewe.

Stuart Collinson Tall thistle plants with purple flower heads rise above a dark green hedge. The flowers stand out against a backdrop of blue sky and large white clouds. — Stuart Collinson found the flower of Scotland while walking in Edinburgh's Saughton Park.

Dwight McAnear A narrow river winds through a lush green corridor, bordered by stone buildings and traditional timber-framed houses. The scene features historic architecture, ivy-covered walls, and a partly cloudy sky. — Dwight McAnear captured a tranquil moment in Dean Village in Edinburgh while visiting from Durango, Colorado.

Rob Barrie A combine harvester appears in silhouette on an open field, framed by a dramatic sunset. Orange and pink clouds fill the sky, creating a striking contrast with the dark landscape. — Rob Barrie watched as his father harvested the last of the spring barley on a summer evening.

Bill Hodgson A kestrel perches on a utility wire, showing its speckled brown plumage against a pale blue sky. — Bill Hodgson came across this Kestrel resting on a power line in Stronsay, Orkney.

George Moffat A calm river reflects the blue sky and surrounding woodland, with sunlight shining over tree-covered banks on a clear day. — George Moffat was sailing on calm water under blue skies in Drummuir.

Stuart Powles A grey squirrel hangs upside down from a garden bird-feeding station, surrounded by leafy greenery and hedges. — This friendly neighbourhood Spider-Squirrel helped itself to a snack from Stuart Powles' garden in Hamilton.

Christina Cox A broad landscape of green and golden hills surrounds a steep-sided valley beneath dramatic, cloud-filled skies. — Christina Cox visited the historic Devil's Beeftub, near Moffat - named for its use as a location to hide stolen cattle.

Wendy Greenstreet A sandy beach is bordered by churning waves rolling in from the sea. In the foreground, a breaking wave creates white spray and foam as it reaches the shoreline. Beyond the surf, multiple bands of waves stretch across the water towards a rugged rocky headland — Wendy Greenstreet captured dramatic waves at Dalmore Beach after some windy weather.

Mairi Robinson Hundreds of bright yellow sunflowers fill a large field, stretching toward a tree-lined horizon in the distance. — Mairi Robinson visited this colourful scene at the Scottish Sunflower Experience in the Clyde Valley.

Steven Neish The interior of a Gothic-style church featuring tall, pointed arches and colourful stained-glass windows that fill the space with vibrant light and intricate patterns. — Steven Neish spent an afternoon looking up at the zodiac-themed stained glass windows shining over Mount Stuart's marble hall on the Isle of Bute.

Aileen Gillies A close-up of a white barn owl standing among tall grasses, showing its distinctive heart-shaped face, dark eyes, and detailed feathers. — Aileen Gillies came face to face with Snoopy the barn owl at Kintail Birds of Prey centre on Loch Awe.

Eugene Rutter A vintage black steam locomotive pulls passenger carriages along a railway line through a lush green landscape, with mountains and dramatic clouds in the background. — Eugene Rutter saw the Jacobite train on its way to Mallaig.

Yvonne Keeling Five miniature schnauzer dogs sit side by side on a low stone wall at the entrance to a sandy beach. Tall dune grasses frame the scene, with the sea and a cloudy sky visible in the distance. — Yvonne Keeling's "shower of schnauzers" enjoyed their trip to the beach at Troon.

Charlotte McAllister A red-and-black vintage boat named “Vital Spark” is moored beside a calm harbour on a misty day. Low clouds and fog partially obscure the hills in the background. A smaller boat is tied up at a nearby pier, while the still water reflects the larger vessel. — Charlotte McAllister saw the Vital Spark on a pit stop at a misty Inverary.

Adrian Plumb A bird of prey is captured mid-flight as it descends toward a weathered wooden post. Its wings are fully spread, showing striking black-and-white patterned feathers, while the soft green background keeps the focus on the bird's movement and detail. — Adrian Plumb saw a red-footed falcon on a rare visit to Scotland.

Shanti Nelson A photograph taken from inside a dark stone archway, looking out onto a courtyard with green grass and a lit lamppost. Framed by Gothic-style architecture, a large stone building stands in the background. — Shanti Nelson had a "night crawl" through the cloisters at the University of Glasgow.

Kirsty White A shaggy Highland cow stands on a hillside covered in purple heather, overlooking a broad landscape of fields and hills. In the distance, a large steel bridge spans an estuary beneath a hazy sky. — Kirsty White said she had made a "new pal" in the Pentland Hills.

Neil Halley A long bridge stretches across a wide estuary under a partly cloudy sky. The still water mirrors both the bridge and the clouds. — Neil Halley found the River Tay in reflective mood.

Cindy Forbes Cameron A narrow path winds through a leafy woodland tunnel, with bright morning sunlight streaming through the trees. Distinct rays of light cut across the scene, illuminating the foliage. — Cindy Forbes Cameron glimpsed the sunlight beaming through the trees on her morning walk in Stirling.

Graham Christie A colourful harbour filled with sailboats and small motorboats moored along stone quays. Bright blue skies and large white clouds overhead add contrast to the bustling waterfront and the buildings lining the harbour. — A sunny afternoon greeted Graham Christie at North Berwick Harbour.

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