Although winter can be harsh, filled with hard, frozen surfaces, sometimes a gentle softness can be found in unexpected places. A snowdrift, sculpted by wind and lit by a cool February sun reminds us that nature can also be soft in the midst of a brutal winter.
More of my images can be seen at my Northern Visions blog.
An image captured as she was taking break between shots. Although we only worked together once, I admired her willingness to endure the cold autumn water temperatures of Lake Superior while posing nude. Some very beautiful images were created that afternoon.