Your pictures of Scotland 2 - 9 October

9 October 2020

News image — Swing state: "With the sky painted in an epic array of colours I had to get the camera out", Andrew Leinster said of this stunning image of Isla Morris at Burnturk Woods looking towards the Lomond hills.

Andrew Leinster Girl on swing — Swing state: "With the sky painted in an epic array of colours I had to get the camera out", Andrew Leinster said of this stunning image of Isla Morris at Burnturk Woods looking towards the Lomond hills.

A selection of your pictures of Scotland sent in between 2 and 9 October. Send your photos to scotlandpictures@bbc.co.uk. Please ensure you adhere to the BBC's rules regarding photographs which can be found here.

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Lynn Cadger Bride and groom on Luskentyre beach — The tide and groom: "My daughter Kirsty and her new husband Andy Sneddon having some post-wedding fun on the beach at Luskentyre, Harris", from Lynn Cadger.

Ian Brown Kite surfer — Surf's up: Ian Brown captured this action shot at Troon, with Ailsa Craig in the background.

Erskine Logan Aberdeen harbour — Like an oil painting: The harbour in Aberdeen, Europe's oil capital, in all its glory thanks to Erskine Logan.

Mandy Williams Deer — Motherly love: A red deer and her calf in Galloway at sunrise, thanks to Mandy Williams.

Peter Ribbeck Moon over Goat Fell — Full marks: "This is the moon over Goat Fell on the Isle of Arran and Saltcoats harbour in north Ayrshire", says Peter Ribbeck.

Connor McLaren Broughty Ferry beach — A nice day on the horizon: A sensational sunrise scene at Broughty Ferry beach, courtesy of Connor McLaren.

Stephen Willis Beinn Each in the Trossachs — Border crossing: First light on Beinn Each in the Trossachs, starring Dougal the border terrier, from Stephen Willis.

Claire Scott The Cobbler — High hopes: "I don't know the fella in this picture but I hope he sees it", says Claire Scott. "Beautiful day with amazing views from the summit of The Cobbler."

Peter MacKenzie Fox drinking from bird bath — A sly drink: "This fox cub has learnt to drink from our birdbath in Edinburgh", says Peter MacKenzie.

Justin Hill Loch Ness — Monster effort: Loch Ness from the air, thanks to Justin Hill.

Brian Hughes Thistle — Thistle do nicely: Brian Hughes took this Flower of Scotland shot in Pittencrieff Park in Dunfermline.

Andy Leonard Quilquox, Aberdeenshire — The calm before the storm: "Looking across the countryside near Quilquox, Aberdeenshire, in beautiful light shortly before a rain shower", says Andy Leonard. "I was struck by the bright green of the new crops and the trees silhouetted against the storm clouds."

Morven Hibbert Dumgoyne Hill — Split decision: "I captured this shot of the sun truly splitting the trees on a walk up Dumgoyne Hill on the edge of the Campsie Fells", says Morven Hibbert.

Stephen Swindell Aberdeen harbour — Swell idea: Stephen Swindell captured the power of these waves at Aberdeen harbour amid Storm Alex at the weekend.

Wendy Richardson. Double rainbow — Seeing double: "The photo was taken at Ferneyhill Cemetery in Kelso looking towards the Thomson Monument", says Wendy Richardson.

John Cuthbert Knapps Loch — Afternoon Knapp: John Cuthbert captured this atmospheric scene at Knapps Loch in Inverclyde.

Marian Coburn Squirrel(s) — Table for two: Marian Coburn spotted these “twins” in Perth.

Tom Blackman Glenfinnan Viaduct — A well-trained eye: An atmospheric shot at the Glenfinnan Viaduct, from Tom Blackman

Neil MacRitchie Ben Klibreck — Clouding the view: "There wasn't much of a view from the summit of Ben Klibreck due to cloud - but there was once you dropped below the clouds", reports Neil MacRitchie.

Angela Mihovska Fisherman off Stonehaven — Catch of the day: Angela Mihovska caught this fishing scene off the Stonehaven coast.

Cassie Richardson Stag — A deer friend: Cassie Richardson sent this photo taken in front of Buachaille Etive Mòr.

Gerry Feeney Loch Leven — Leven it late: "Captured this lovely sunset over Loch Leven while staying in Glencoe", says Gerry Feeney.

Tracy Macpherson Robin — A robin red rest: Tracy Macpherson spotted this little chap taking a break at Dunoon.

Peter Maciver Whale — A whale of a time: Peter Maciver caught this majestic moment at Gare Loch.

Charlene Craig Arbroath beach sunset — Where Hugo, I go: "This amazing sunset shows Arbroath beach in all its beauty, with my happy dachshund Hugo exploring", says Charlene Craig. "He loves the beach more than life itself."

Jon Wood Old Man of Storr — Storr blimey: "Took this picture on a walk up to the Old Man of Storr", says Jon Wood of his impressive Isle of Skye shot.

Gerry McKeown Loch Coulter — Fishing for compliments: Gerry McKeown also caught this beautiful image after an evening on Loch Coulter, Stirling.

Phil Ashby Glen Etive — "No, it’s not a volcano!": That was Phil Ashby's description of this well-timed shot of Glen Etive.

Dave Todd Deer in fence — Roe deer oh dear: "This chap decided to feed on our plants and shrubs in our garden in Oban", says Dave Todd. "Grabbed this image through our kitchen window".

Melody Leggett Rainbow over Kelvingrove — Rainbow art: Seven-year-old Melody Leggett spotted this picture opportunity at Kelvingrove.

Duncan McLay Bothy — Best of bothy worlds: "Cycled past this on an mountain bike ride over from Glen Artney", says Duncan McLay.

Eilean Low Ayr sunset — Something in the Ayr tonight: "We've been having some lovely colours at sunset lately", says Eilean Low.

Mark Grierson Gifford golf course sunset — A lovely golf shot: Mark Grierson from Edinburgh captured a "fire-like" sunset at Gifford golf course.

Rosie McGeachan Swan — Beak-a-boo: "Wee bit close Mr Swan, taken at Hogganfield Loch", says Rosie McGeachan in Glasgow.

Karina Leahy Loch Insh — Insh perfect: Karina Leahy captured this shot of Loch Insh.

Gerry Doherty Stag sculpture — Stag night: Moon and Mars aligning above Andy Scott's sculpture in Dumbarton", says Gerry Doherty.

Martin McKerrell Buoy — Beach buoys: "This is washed up in Irvine beach park at the moment", says Martin McKerrell. "It made an interesting focus for those walking on the beach".

Chris Pinder Scarecrow in mask — Outstanding in its field: "I came across this suitably masked scarecrow in the Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh", says Chris Pinder. "Who wouldn't want to maintain a social distance from her?!"

Charlie Gallagher Boys watching Largs sunset — Sons set: Charlie Gallagher caught this tranquil moment featuring sons Charlie, four, James, 10 and Chris, 11, enjoying an ice cream at the end of the day in Largs.

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