Last month I started a long walk near the tree in the top photo. After walking a long way and circling back I spotted the tree again from the middle of the field. It may have been winter but it gave me a spring in my step. I suppose I could have titled this post "The start and the finish".I you would like to see other Outdoor Wednesday posts please click here.
That is a lovely tree! I also like the clouds . . . seems to be a bearded man looking down on you! The white clouds and white snow in the second photo are perfect companions.
ReplyDeleteFrom a distance , it looks like golden fields! I love the clouds hovering over the tree!
ReplyDeleteThe start & the finish - that is a great one. It gives one a sense of security, doesn't it?
ReplyDeleteOne feels a mild winter in these two pictures.
ReplyDeleteThese are beautiful! What a great sky and the little bit of snow on the ground perfectly compliments the sky. Question: Were you kneeling or sitting on the ground to get that perspective in the second photo? I REALLY like it!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful color & what a great sky! Would certainly put a spring in my step, too!
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by!
beautiful golden light James. I think we are all starting to feel that "Spring" in our step. I noticed it was still light out at twenty of six this evening & that was with a grey stormy sky!
ReplyDeleteFunny how we all seem to be looking for Spring and noticing that the days are getting longer. Is it in our DNA to seek the light? No mystery about why our early ancestors studied the annual cycle of the sun and marked the solstices and equinoxes.
ReplyDeleteI too like your photo very much. Sun even in winter brings hope. The gentle eyes looking down on the scene add to the warmth.
HI James
ReplyDeleteI love the big sky and the tree. Simple but beautiful. Great contrsting colours too.
I have to say that the tree picture is one of my favorites, the colors, the sky, it's just perfect.
ReplyDeleteSunny :)
la premiere photo est magnifique, ce ciel et cette compostion
ReplyDeleteJust lovely shot and great sky!
ReplyDeleteThat first picture takes my breath away, I love the colors and the light in that one!
ReplyDeleteBy the way, if you do decide to come to Belgium, I'd love to meet you! When would you like to come? Spring, Summer, Fall? I live near Antwerp and my city of birth is Bruges. I can show you some beautiful places in both cities!
Wouldn't that be something?
I like both but was impressed by the first picture, you was lucky to find this beautiful tree all alone there, but you surely got the best of it. Excwllent colors and a great sky!
ReplyDeleteThe first picture would make a wonderful postcard.. And I like the second one because it gives back very well the feelings of freshness in the air, the smell of the wait grass lying down, the sound of your steps in the spots of snow...
ReplyDeleteThe first picture is beautyful, the second is very "alive"..
I love the start and the finish. That is wonderful. Those clouds...I haven't seen clouds like that in a very long time. Spectacular photos my friend :)
ReplyDeleteThat first shot is fabulous!
ReplyDeleteLike Malyss said a postcard, congratulations James!
Léia
Good one, and the framing is superb in both photos!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful landscapes James. And such a photogenic tree! The colors are wonderful, the contrast between sky and ground is great. We had a spring day Sunday - 78 and sunny. Yesterday it snowed! Hope you warm up soon. Kathy
ReplyDeleteLooks like it was a lovely day to be out in the fresh air!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful...love the cold day in Philly also....
ReplyDeleteThere is no doubt that the first image is a winter image!
ReplyDeleteIt does not matter the season, your pictures are breathtaking. All so very pretty and clear. Nicely done.
ReplyDeleteOdd, this post didn't get picked up in my Google Reader :-(
ReplyDeleteI love the top vertical photo. It's dramatic and the color is impressive with the moody clouds.
I love the tree!
ReplyDeleteVery nice photos....love the one with the single tree.
ReplyDeleteHappy OW!!!
James: Your tree shot is so neat. Did you see the two eyes in the sky above the tree?
ReplyDeleteHello James,
ReplyDeleteLove the photos, especially the solitary tree.
~ Tracy
I love the feel of the big expansive sky...and it's blue? Did I miss some blue sky?
ReplyDeleteThe colors the sky is BEAUTIFUL :-)
ReplyDeleteI miss the bleu sky !!
its here always grey :(
(We can join reflections this weekend yeaaahhhhh ...
I have reflections ... Its a surpise for Lucy meow..meow.. )
Both are masterpieces in their own right. That tree is beautiful.
ReplyDeleteLove that big blue sky and tree.
ReplyDeleteIs absolutely magnificent, perfect in its apparent simplicity. A beautiful and profound emotion ...
ReplyDeleteThanks!
Wonderful photos, James! I love the first shot of the tree and the pretty sky.
ReplyDeleteThe first photo is so lovely! I can't stop looking at it. I like the "start and finish", a great title!
ReplyDeleteThe air to breathe must have been a delight. Believe me that one is able to miss winter with every sense.
ReplyDeleteA wonderful Thursday for you.
Stunning colors and photos.
ReplyDeleteThese are fantastic shots. So beautiful. My browser is acting up so I can't see all the posts on this page but it was a treat to see these.
ReplyDeleteBoth are wonderful outdoor photos!!! Methinks I love the first one best on this visit, but that might change the next time I drop by.
ReplyDeleteHugs and blessings,
Small Reflections
beautiful tree - the first photo is stunning!
ReplyDeleteDesigns of clouds announce the arrival of the spring previously.
ReplyDeleteJames. The first photo is an award winner!! It's exquisite. Print it, mat it and frame it...please.
ReplyDeleteWhat an interesting place this is.....
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