LaTeeDa

The weather here has turned decidedly cold lately. Brrrrrr. And I find myself itching to get out with my camera. But, with the cold weather, rain, snow, and less daylight, it is harder to do lately.

A couple of weeks ago, I managed to get to my favorite waterfall. I have been there many times, but have never been happy with the photos. It's a difficult thing to photograph. The waterfall is only about 30 feet high at it's highest point, but the water cascades down a canyon wall over a length of over 150 feet. Trying to fit the whole thing into one image has proved to be frustrating and disappointing, from a composition standpoint.

So, this time, I decided to photograph bits and pieces of it instead of the whole thing. I am happier with the result.

suki44883

Oh wow! That is absolutely GORGEOUS!!! I love that! I want a copy!

Impurrfect

(((LTD))) - absolutely beautiful!!! Think I'm going to have to visit where my local waterfalls are, pretty soon

Hugs and prayers,

Amy

LaTeeDa

While we were there, a blue heron came flying in looking for something to eat. This is the second blue heron I have been able to get relatively close to in the past few weeks. I said to D that maybe it is my totem animal. He said maybe I just hang around rivers a lot, lol.

LaTeeDa

The full moon is coming up. I may have to don my hat and gloves and go out for a photo shoot. This is what I got last time I did that. I actually made business cards from this image.

LaTeeDa

I've had such a jones to go out and shoot, I even went out in the snow/sleet/rain on Saturday. This image looks "textured" but if you really look close you can see the streaks caused by the falling rain, lol.

suki44883

Oh wow! I need a copy of that moon rise, too!

LaTeeDa

You're makin' me blush. But, NEVER throw away a good camera, lol!

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LaTeeDa

Waterfalls are very high on my list of favorite places/subjects. I remember as a kid I could sit and watch a waterfall for hours. Same with rivers, streams, or just about any flowing water. I think I need a fountain in my house, lol.

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LaTeeDa

Better than throwing it in the lake...........

LaTeeDa

Thanks so much Anvil. I have found that some people are touched by my images and others are ambivalent. And that's okay with me. As cliche as it sounds, I have found my calling. I will continue to do it regardless of what people think. The praise is very nice, however.

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CatsPajamas

LTD,

Those are some amazing shots. I love how you are able to capture the essence of the moments. I have tried and have learned that some people have that gift... I am not (currently) one of them. My pictures don't show what I saw. Yours are able to show what you see and MORE.

Wow! Keep on shooting.

wellnowwhat

Yes. A gift!

Thank you for sharing!

LaTeeDa

Cats, I like how you say (currently). I believe that some people have an innate sense with photography. For others, like me, it's something that can be learned. I've always liked taking pictures, but I only got lucky a few times with the camera. Since I have worked on developing my passion (some might call it an obsession) I have learned what works and what doesn't. I pay much more attention to detail, lighting, framing, than I once did. It's almost like I have a desire to communicate through my images and that desire dictates how I approach the subject. I see the world around me in a different way. It's not something that comes natural to me, but something I have worked on over the last three years or so. I have found it very gratifying. Much more so than my previous obsession to fix an alcoholic.

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Tuffgirl

LTD - thanks for making my evening with some new shots to drool over! Just gorgeous, as always.
~T

lillamy

Ooooh that first picture gave me goosebumps. Good ones. That is beautiful!!!

TakingCharge999

OMG that waterfall.. and the other pics..

I need to start my a thread too, not to hijack yours ! too lazy but you have inspired me to share... but the difference is that I am indeed looking for praise...ah, still codie LOL


Let´s slowly convert the F&F Forum to a photography forum !! congrats again !

theuncertainty

Beautiful!!!! Thank you for sharing!

Ann

Your pictures are awesome, LaTeeDa, and indeed they are not just "pictures", they convey the feeling of being there with you enjoying nature at its best. The moonrise is magnificent and not an easy shot.

I too found photography as a hobby in recovery, it got me outdoors and into nature where I too find peace, and I just love trying to "capture" what I see in my heart.

So while you inspire me here, I shall cheer you on and highly recommend the "camera recovery plan" for anyone who needs to get outdoors and enjoy life.

Hugs

posiesperson

LTD, thank you so much for sharing these. I have all kinds of feelings when I see them.

Absolutely beautiful, you talented photographer, you! And it's a breath of fresh air on here, to remember that we are all so much more than recovering people, we are full of our own individual talents that blossom as we grow.

Thank you for sharing this part of yourself~
posie