Living on the River

July 4, 2014 by LB

You’ve heard me praise the New River in previous posts, and I’ve commented about how lucky I am to live just minutes from it. Whether floating in a kayak or tube, or riding or sitting alongside, there’s nothing like a river to sooth the spirit.

Lately, I’ve been trying to imitate the work of some of the photographers that I follow. If you’ve visited Ron Scubadiver‘s blog, you’ve seen his beautiful reflections. Now, rest assured, I’m not comparing myself to him, but I thought of his work when I took these.

Colorful reflections on the river are lovely, but the image might have more depth in Black & White. If you are a lover of B&W, I welcome you to visit our new blog Monochromia. The blog will feature images in B&W, and is the brainchild of Joe at The Visual Chronicle, who says “We are a collaborative group of photographers, fanatics, artists and photo nuts”.

Somehow I got to be a part of this talented group of individuals. They are the pros; I’m, as you might guess, just along for the ride!!

Elina – Capturing Little Moments – http://capturinglittlemoments.wordpress.com
Robyn – Robyn Graham Photography – http://robyngrahamphotography.com
Patti – Nylon Daze – http://nylondaze.wordpress.com
Emilio – Photos By Emilio – http://emiliopasquale.wordpress.com
Joerg – The Things They Are In Pictures – http://joergthamer.wordpress.com
Joe – The Visual Chronicle – http://joeinfocus.wordpress.com
Meho – Le Mehograph – http://lemehograph.com (occasional posts)

Check out the blog and in the meantime for those of you in North America, Happy 4th and Canada Day (just a bit late).

Peonies: Buds to Blooms

June 3, 2014 by LB

Unlike last year, when barely a bud was to be found, this year’s Peony bushes have been full! As each day passed, the buds opened and the most beautiful blooms emerged. I just could not stop shooting and before I knew it, the file had grown to over 60 images.

Have no fear! I’m only sharing some of the images, most in color, some in B&W.

The images progess from buds

and the ants that help the buds to open.

Then the blooms began to open

Even the leaves are captivating

I only wish I could somehow share the aroma of these gorgeous flowers!

Petal Love

May 31, 2014 by LB

My peony plants are incredible this year! Each bush is full of gorgeous blooms. I’ll soon share a series of photos, revealing the peony from bud to flower, but for today … just a little petal love.

By the way, how do you pronounce Peony?

My friend Rick and I say pee-OH-knee. Others say PEE-ah-knee.

What do YOU think?

Reflecting on a Favorite Place

February 12, 2014 by LB

While visiting a dear friend on Saturday, I was struck by the clarity of his beautiful farmhouse reflected in the pond.

While the house and pond looked great in B&W, I had to retain Mother Nature’s colors in this final image.

February 18, 2014 Update

My blogging friend, Lynda, over at Life on the Farmlet, used the last photo as inspiration for one of her marvelous short stories! What an honor it is for me, especially because I love the way this woman writes!

Please check it out at http://pixilatedtoo.wordpress.com/2014/02/17/die-grauen-schlund/#comment-11015

That Chain … Again

February 7, 2014 by LB

What is about this chain that draws my eye when I walk outside each morning?

I’m looking forward to the weekend and more studying of the new camera.

Enjoy your weekend, everyone!

Frosty!

January 16, 2014 by LB

Shiloh Christian Church

December 19, 2013 by LB

It was a gorgeous day in Shiloh, perfect for late afternoon photography, and the Shiloh Christian Church looked bright and pretty sitting up on the hill in the sunlight.

What a difference the flip of a switch makes (or actually, the tap on the keyboard).

Which one srikes your fancy? And don’t you just love the shadows on the walls?

It Just Made Me Happy

November 16, 2013 by LB

And happy is good these days!

Just Playin’ Around

September 20, 2013 by LB

This fence just drew me in, but I was unable to get too close without spooking the horses. Since that affected the clarity of the image, I played around with editing. Those who have followed my growth as a photographer know that I don’t do much editing.

Some B&W