To jump start Lens-Artists this year, Anne encourages us to take a walk around a familiar block and photograph what we see. We are at our condominium in Long Beach, WA to start the new year right! Every morning, I take Max & Daisy (my beagles) for a walk around the corner to Seacrest Avenue, a nice residential neighborhood. Today the sun had overcome the fog and clouds, so I felt comfortable taking my Panasonic Lumix for this photo shoot.
I had noticed this teal loveseat before, and with the shadow patterns cast from the porch railing, it was a delight to photograph.
Weather here can be harsh, with gale-force winds & driving rain, so little touches like the feathery grass and arched gate add a bit of softness to the view. And, I love the blue and white background bokeh in this shot!
Above, the gentle curve of a bent willow chair provides a subtle entry to this home. Below, a humorous welcome with beach themed motifs on the house and grounds.
Lindy Low LeCoq 
You have such a good eye for soft, beautiful, natural things, Lindy. Thanks for a delightful walk!
My pleasure, Anne-Christine!
What a nice selection you found around the corner, Lindy! I loved the teal bench and shadows, especially.
Thank you, Egidio. When we walked today, the sun was shining, however it was earlier so those lovely shadows hadn’t appeared yet!
Lindy, your walk certainly showed us that there is always something to photograph. What wonderful finds. I liked the bench and the shadows casting a checker board design. Creative touches for this challenge!
Thank you, Anne. Today, a half hour earlier on this walk the sun had not yet reached that porch! Timing certainly matters with photography too!
Yes it does Lindy!
Lindy, you found some wonderful things to photograph on your walk. I love the teal bench with the shadows and the fence with the curved door and the grass.
Thank you. Beth. I really like the curved gate shot, however the shadowed bench seems to be the crowd favorite for this post!
Beautiful! I love the Shadows and Light shot. The others are fine, too. Good eye! Or eyes, if you have two.
Thanks, Ralph. That one was the crowd favorite!