Tag Archives: outdoors

~ Lens-Artists Photo Challenge #236: East Meets West ~

Amy leads today with a challenge that has stumped me. Although I have traveled across the USA I have few photo records of places I visited, and the only countries outside the USA I have been to are France and … Continue reading

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~ Wordless Wednesday ~ A Walk to North Head Lighthouse ~

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

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~ Lens-Artists Photo Challenge #235: Shadows and Reflections in Monochrome ~

Patti opens her intriguing challenge with a quote by Alfred Stieglitz, worth repeating: In photography there is a reality so subtle that it becomes more real than reality. I had never been able to put words around the sensation I … Continue reading

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~ Lens-Artists Photo Challenge #233: A One Lens Walk

On Friday, January 13, 2023 we arrived at our condo in Long Beach, WA. The next morning, while walking my beagles to the beach, I stepped backward off the edge of the trail and lost my footing. My right knee … Continue reading

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~ Lens-Artists Photo Challenge #230 – Last Chance ~

As I look through the photos I’ve taken in 2022, I realize there aren’t as many as in years past. Blame it on the dogs! They didn’t eat my homework, however they have kept my hands pretty busy when we’re … Continue reading

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~ Lens-Artists Photo Challenge #228: Diagonals ~

A hearty thank you to Patti, who leads the challenge this week asking us to “explore diagonals as a way to add visual interest and depth to our photos, as well as a sense of action.” For this challenge I … Continue reading

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~ Lens-Artists Photo Challenge # 226: Textures ~

No matter the season of year, in our usually damp Pacific Northwest region, moss of many varieties thrives. I have always loved the feel of moss under my fingers and under my feet. It adds a soft quietness to many … Continue reading

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~ Wordless Wednesday ~ Light can be Both Wave and Particle ~

On this week of Thanksgiving in the USA, may we believe in peace and sharing. Please honor our earth, be kind and stay safe.🐾

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~ Lens-Artists Photo Challenge #225: Wildlife Close to Home ~

At our home on the Long Beach Peninsula, Washington State USA, the birds are my main attraction. Though there are many other wild creatures, I rarely see them close enough to photograph unless they are no longer living. Seals and … Continue reading

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~ Wordless Wednesday ~ Sanderling Flock in Flight ~

Wherever you watch life in motion, please honor our earth, be kind and stay safe.🐾

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