Snow Caps
Somewhere between fantasy and reality, but having fun

Recent posts/images have hinted at an approaching spring so I thought I’d apply the brakes a bit today since there was a dusting of snow on the ground yesterday morning when I walked the dogs.

This was a fun close-up image that I put through it’s paces in Photoshop until I stumbled upon something I liked, somewhere between fantasy/abstract and reality.

There’s winter in the cold white of the snow but the sun light playing off the remains of last falls blooms reveal a warmth as well. I like that contrast and post-processing strived to emphasis it.

This year I decided I was simply going to have fun, let go of my need to control and not be afraid to experiment with images.

Not totally radical in most cases but beyond where I’ve ventured in the past.

Looking back at the last month and a half of posted photographs, so far so good — whether the results reveal a difference or not, for me it feels different.

Hey, have a great weekend and remember, live it like it was your last! :-)

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Journey Photographic
13 years ago

The fun is the most important part – it’s easy to forget that, but we shouldn’t!

Anita Jesse
13 years ago

Congratulations on the breakthrough. I am excited to see more of your experimenting. This one is a tantalizing example of what we may see in the coming weeks as you have fun.

It amazes me how adept some of us are at turning a passion into a job. Too often, I find myself slipping into that abyss. The “job” mentality is an ideal way to suck all the passion out of creativity.

pj
pj
13 years ago

Love the abstract feel here Earl. Never be afraid to experiment — you never know where it may take you. This photo is a good example of that.

Ken Bello
13 years ago

I, too, like the abstract quality you have here, Earl. It’s amazing to me to see the possibilities one can achieve in photography since it’s gone digital. Take advantage of this freedom the technology permits. You may be surprised with the results. Like this!

Mark
13 years ago

The warm colors here are in direct violation of the portrayal of winter code. Please pay your fine to the 21st district Court of How Things Should Be.

Mark
13 years ago
Reply to  Earl

Then, after you lose your license, it is banishment to use Polaroid film forever. :-)

Monte Stevens
13 years ago

Yes, Earl, there is a difference. It shows in your work and in your writing. I like what I see from you.

Man, Mark is tough on you!! :-)