Depsite the rain and cloudy skies that I encountered while riding through the hills and hollers of Kentucky, I was none the less, struck by the beauty of the area. Walking into the mist during an early morning hike in Breaks Interstate Park, I was surrounded by the quiet sounds of morning in the woods. The light coming through the trees let me know that the canyon was not too far off, but once I arrived, I had to use my imagination as to what lay before me. No disappointment though … just peace.
The return to work, and life in general, has so far been a barrier to sharing the tales of my recent travels. I will get it done, however, and I’ll hope you’ll come on over to Life on the Bike and Other Fab Things to ride those roads with me.
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beautifully mysterious!
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Thank you so much! I’m so glad that you like this image.
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Amazing, c’est une remarquable image, belle lumière et composition!!
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You are most kind! Thank you so much!
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… as Joe says, If you love B&W Photography, check out Monochromia and the group of photographers who participate in this blog.
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This is a spectacular shot Laurie, so beautiful! Such wonderful morning mood in the forest, I’d love to be there! 🙂
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You really would have loved it, knowing your enjoyment of nature, Elina. Thank you
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🙂
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Ooooh Laurie, what a dream of a picture! I can feel myself being drawn so willingly into this misty frame . . . .
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Patti, thank you! That is how I felt walking towards that misty light that morning.
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I like the ethereal feel to this picture. Beautiful.
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Thank you so much! It makes me happy that this photo has been so well received!
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I never read 50 shades of grey but I do think she could have used your photo as a teaser….awesome tone on tone on tone…….Also loved the words you’ve used to share this part of your day with us, really beautiful LB. xoK
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Thank you!!! I’m so glad to know you are visiting our blog from way out northwest!!! Love that you’re having such a great time!
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The way that light reflects from the rear center of the photo, it gives the background a sublime misty appearance. Its almost like the tree in the center is reaching for some sort of peace that only the sky can offer. Thanks for sharing…
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That is such a lovely comment … thank you so much!
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One excellent photo.
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Ron, thank you so much!! I’m always so glad when a photographer of your skill likes one of my images. Happy me!
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🙂
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Wow, what a great ambiance and a beautiful light !!!
Congrats 🙂
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Thank you so much, Sophie! So glad you like it and thanks for commenting!
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Awesome, love it! Gives me a sense of a good horror film.
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Oh I love that interpretation! Yes … who knows what lurks in the woods? Don’t Go In There!!! 🙂
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Nice! well done.
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Thank you, Mike! That means alot 🙂
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This is my most favourite Laurie Buchwald EVER!!! LOVE IT! You have made perfection and I love you too!! 🙂
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BIG smiles over here; and very warm heart. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!! ❤
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Photo by Laurie !
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Joe – our Champion! Thanks for all you do for us! AND, now that I seem to be getting things back under control after vacation and a crazy first week back, I plan to visit and share the FB page for Monochromia. Finally!
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It’s almost like a feeling of tranquility takes over as you gaze at this image. Beautiful!
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Thank you, Emilio. It was a short walk that morning but so peaceful; tranquil is a great word, too
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Wow! Super nice picture! You captured the light very well and this tree in the middle seems trying to escape to catch ilght. I really love this Laurie!
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Thank you so much, Meho. I was so glad that I was able to share what nature was offering that morning.
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This is an incredible image Laurie, you captured every nuance of the tones and mist. I actually have mist on my eyeglasses from looking at this 🙂 Very well done.
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Oh that comment makes me smile. Thank you so much!
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Wow! A very atmospheric and moody shot
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Thank you!! Atmospheric is a great word … I could feel the mist, hear the moisture dropping on leaves and ground, and see the light coming through the trees. I felt surrounded by really good things.
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I am really enjoying the depth of tones in this image and I just love the shapes of trees.
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I’m so glad you like the image … thank you! It was a lovely, misty morning and the trees really did stand out.
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