Tag Archives: nature photography

~ Lens-Artists Photo Challenge #152 ~ Shades & Shadows ~

Posted on June 17, 2021 by Lindy Le Coq

“Every picture has its shadows  And it has some source of light…”  Joni Mitchell Shadows add another dimension to the flat surface of photographs. I especially enjoy wavy shadows on water. Shadows also add a sense of drama… …and, as in … Continue reading →

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~Lens-Artists Photo Challenge #151: From Large to Small ~

Posted on June 10, 2021 by Lindy Le Coq

For this weeks challenge I’ve selected the soothing, luxurious tones of purple and lavender. Although it is considered a rarely occurring color in nature, the photos in my archives that are of large swaths of color are in the purple … Continue reading →

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~ Lens-Artists Photo Challenge #150 ~ Let’s Get Wild! ~

Posted on June 5, 2021 by Lindy Le Coq

Those who regularly visit my blog know I’m a child of the wild. Though in my youth I may have been a wild child – these days I’m a happy old lady who feels blessed to live at the edge … Continue reading →

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~ Wordless Wednesday ~ Beach Birds ~

Posted on June 3, 2021 by Lindy Le Coq

Wishing everyone safe travels as we navigate outward once again. Please stay safe.🐾

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~ Lens-Artists Photo Challenge #149 – Cool Colors – Blue and Green ~

Posted on May 24, 2021 by Lindy Le Coq

Wrap yourself in the stillness of blue ~ settle into its soft calm ~ drift along with its infinite possibilities ~ to that place of peace within. Step lightly into the freshness of green ~ feel the gentle touch of … Continue reading →

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~ Lens-Artists Photo Challenge #148: Spots and Dots ~

Posted on May 22, 2021 by Lindy Le Coq

What a fun challenge Leya has presented for us this week! I am currently in Long Beach, WA – one of my favorite “spots” to enjoy nature. Watching this beautiful mature Black-bellied Plover stride across the sands was a thrill … Continue reading →

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~ Wordless Wednesday ~ Heavenly Light ~

Posted on May 19, 2021 by Lindy Le Coq

Wishing everyone safe harbor, as we navigate onward. Please mask-up and stay safe.🐾

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~ Lens-Artists Photo Challenge #146: Focusing on the Details ~

Posted on May 7, 2021 by Lindy Le Coq

Flowers are blooming, shrubs are alive with fragrance and color, and spring is in full swing. Last Wednesday, I posted landscape shots of the front yard, and today I offer details of some of those lovely bloomers. Rhododendron thrive in … Continue reading →

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~ Lens-Artists Photo Challenge #145: Getting to Know You ~

Posted on May 1, 2021 by Lindy Le Coq

What I love is being in nature – somewhere near water. Here are some photos of favorite places. Wishing everyone safe harbor, as we navigate onward. Please mask-up and stay safe.🐾 https://scillagrace.com/2021/04/24/lens-artists-photo-challenge-145-getting-to-know-you/

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~ The Evasive Marsh Wren ~

Posted on April 30, 2021 by Lindy Le Coq

From the middle of a thicket of vines, or on the ground amid dense marsh grass, a rattled trill calls out in defiance of my presence. Wrens are notorious for sounding like they are scolding – this one seems more … Continue reading →

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