I’ve photographed these woods many a time. Truly, I know the name of every tree on this woodland path by heart; we are good friends by now.
Today, after a week of gloom – some clearing, and a glimmering light – a sparkle of brightness before more promised rain.
I didn’t feel like going out, cozy and comfy inside, and the mountain of projects on my desk glowered at me with hearty disapproval. But, as I do so often when perfect light beckons, and blue saturates the large windows in our office, I gathered up gear, cast aside commitments and met up with Nature to see what wonders she would amaze me with this brilliant autumn day.
Yes, I’ve photographed these Japanese Maple and Fothergilla trees at the Arboretum many lovely times. But never before with Lensbaby. (A guilty pleasure I do try to minimize!) The swirling colors and dancing light nearly insisted upon it, though – thus Lensbaby and I had a merry time among the trees, crawling into bushes and ducking under shimmering branches.
Yes, I’ve photographed these Japanese Maple and Fothergilla trees at the Arboretum many lovely times. But never before with Lensbaby. (A guilty pleasure I do try to minimize!) The swirling colors and dancing light nearly insisted upon it, though – thus Lensbaby and I had a merry time among the trees, crawling into bushes and ducking under shimmering branches.
In less than an hour, the light had diminished, subdued by thickening clouds that once again flaunted rain.
I would have loved to have shared it with you! But here, exactly as photographed, is a little sampling for you of what I saw and felt – spinning inside a giant kaleidoscope of glittering colors that winked and twinkled and blinked and then were gone.
And now, I must make up for my indulgence and return to the abandoned demands on my desk!
Thank you, each of you, for your visits and special comments recently. Each of you are so appreciated and it wouldn’t be the same here without you!
xo – g
Just lovely….brilliant! smiles…
We all need to take time to reconnect with nature and recharge our batteries. Your pictures indicate you had a fabulous time accomplishing this pleasure. Take care and enjoy! hugs Jen
Dear Georgianna, A feast for the eyes and for the heart.
G! I just ordered a lensbaby – can't wait to try it out!!!! Was it hard to adjust to? I'm already inspired by these photos….
G-these are heavenly! The colors and their warmth, the sweet focus, and the perfect blur. Love them all! xoxo, Kristi
Beautiful kaleidoscope! ever changing but perfect in every way.
~Dianne~
wow…this really makes me long for a change of color here, though that's all wishful thinking.
The Lensbaby works so wonderfully here G, very nice choice :) I know what you mean about finding it hard to resist nice light despite having loads of work to do, it's hard sometimes.
I love them!! so beautiful effect!
Ciao have a good day!Monica
Woow, dear G, these your photographs are really a Feast! Love the lensbaby effects – as if you are pulled into a whirpool of bursting Joy! How wonderful you could spy this rare momentum!
Hugs,
Zara
Hello G
What a unique effect! I never heard of lensbaby before but I'm sure it would be fun to play with.
Judith
The colours in your photographs are just stunning and perfect in the sunlight xx
Georgianna, I love these photos! I have no idea what a lensbaby is, but I sure like what it does.
xo
Claudia
I'm happy you decided to leave you duties for a while and capture these gorgeous shots to share with us. The lens-baby effect is truly spectacular! :) I saw your rose calender over at decor8 today. Congratulations! Have a wonderful day! xo
Magnificent–so striking, the colors and light. Thanks for explaining the soft light effects of earlier photos. . .and now I will want to check out lensbaby, too!
Delightful colours! With the Lensbaby effect, it feels like we are there watching the wind blow through the leaves. :-)
Thank you so much, dear friends!
Lensbaby is a creative effects lens that allows you to tilt and bend the front lens element, thus bending the light rays entering the camera. The effects can range from subtle edge blurring to an over-the-top swirl fest, like I've done here. It's very addictive. Lensbaby.com
A., I'm really glad you are getting one! I'll email you separately about some technical points.
Happy Day everyone! xo
These are just gorgeous! You do such amazing things with your camera! Loving the Lensbaby too!
Hi Georgianna, thank you so much for your lovely comments. If you really like to have the book, I can send you a copy. I can also send a copy to your husband somewhere in Amsterdam or Antwerp. Just let me know.
Love your blue and yellow photo's of the roses!!! So nice to keep in contact after the BYW course. Did you know Petra, one of the Dutch students of BYW, has made a few projects for this book? We became friend after meeting in Amsterdam.
X Eline
As always simply wonderful and thankyou so much for your kind words on News From Italy about my garden and its produce, so much appreciated.
By the way what exactly is a lensbaby? I know it is an attachment you put on the lens but can you explain in laymans terms maybe?
What swirly pretty colors. Felt a bit of vertigo there. But it was sure pretty!
Brenda
These are amazing! I love this technique and the colors. :)
it looks like fall is in full bloom there. it looks beautiful.
hugs
Hi Georgianna,
I am so glad you took that time off to capture the beauty and then shared it with us! I love your lensbaby.
I hope you get more sunshine soon.
Carolyn
You are right, the sun did come out!!!! and you and the trees and the light are all friends. It is sooo clear. I love this path you led me on. Thanks friend. Have a blessed night.
WHeee! I've just taken a dreamy trip to your yard! This was what LB was meant for I do believe! Thanks for sharing your magic today….:)
Gorgeous…feels like you took a picture from my head. I don't wear my glasses b/c they bother me, so my world is always a little fuzzy and I like it that way!
These images just shout pure joy! I can see how that perfect afternoon just cried out to be enjoyed. Thanks for taking us along. :)
xoxo,
Mary
Pure magic. Plus, you make me want a lensbaby. LOVE THESE!
One of my favourite things to do as a child was to gaze into a kaleidascope. How fantastic that you were able to replicate this feeling here.
I love what you bring to the page with or without a special lens !! x
you are a Master, dear Georgianna!!!!!!!!
What incredible color! So glad you took that little break to share this beautiful path with us. ♥
These photos are beautiful, G.! The kaleidoscope effect with the Lensbaby is just amazing … like a swirl of colour! xo
I have never seen such a lens and just starting to dabble in photography a little I am amazed. If you have anything to share about this I would love to hear about it. Your blog is simply beautiful and i cannot wait to have the chance to go all through it. Thank you for sharing your new lens.
Brenda