Author Archives: Lindy Le Coq

~ Lens-Artists Challenge #381: Minimalism + Black-and-White Photography ~

Ritva asks us to stretch our photographic skills this week by presenting minimalist images in Black & White. For a lover of color, this is indeed a challenge! All of the images I’ve selected started as color shots and have … Continue reading

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~ Lens-Artists Challenge #380 – Whats Around The Corner ~

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 … Continue reading

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~ Lens-Artists Challenge # ~ Best of 2025 ~

Only 8 days into 2026, and I’m already feeling drained by the politics in my country. That said, it’s nice to look back at photos taken in 2025, that I consider among my best. I hope these selections help you … Continue reading

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~ Lens-Artists Challenge #378: Last Chance Photos ~

It’s the end of another year of weekly Lens-Artists challenges, and TINA l invites us to feature images we have loved over the past 12 months, but have not yet shared. Yes, a rose is a rose, still this lovely … Continue reading

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~ Lens-Artists Challenge # 377: Holiday Fun ~

Anne-Christine invites us to bring on the holiday cheer. Any holiday is fine, just so long as we show what some of the traditions and celebrations are in our lives. “At this festive season of the year…” (C. Dickens), I … Continue reading

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~ Lens-Artists Challenge #376: Wings ~

This week Beth of Wandering Dogs, challenges us to feature anything with wings. As one who loves to photograph nature, especially birds and insects, I have many choices to select from. Who hasn’t wished to have wings that would lift … Continue reading

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~ Wordless Wednesday 12/3/25 Beach Walk ~

On your walk with life, please honor our earth, encourage dignity and share kindness. 🐾/

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~ Lens-Artists Challenge #375: Where to Find the Mysterious ~

This week Patti returns to host the Lens-Artists Challenge with an invitation to share our mysterious images. Her post provides several fine photos and explanations to help us get in the spirit. When I came upon this wedding altar on … Continue reading

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~ Lens-Artists Challenge #374—On the Move! ~

John, of Journeys with Johnbo asks if we “love to travel—or just tolerate the journey when you have to?” I’ve always loved to travel, however as I age, I no longer “‘chase adventure”. I have traveled on foot, bicycle, horse, … Continue reading

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~ Lens-Artists Challenge #373: Looking Back at Landscapes ~

Landscape photography typically features beautiful vistas in nature, scenes that open our eyes to the beauty of our earth in its various climates and topographies. This week, Egídio challenges us to limit our choices to no more than six images … Continue reading

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