Last days of summer - reflections and sky!

Most days, the dog gets to run around a beautiful field in town. It always gives me a sense of the seasons - the sky, air and colors all change every 4 months or so. The play of light on the grass and mountains, the shadows of the trees and clouds, the wide openness of the view make me feel so blessed to be able to experience this beauty every day.

 

The lily pond is the the Clark Art Institute and it always calls to me when I walk their grounds or visit the museum. Yes, we all think of Monet when we see lily ponds. Enjoy the scenery!

Bird Photography - Audubon Awards

The Audubon Society Magazine has published their Annual Photography Awards. The photo's are stunning! They capture birds while feeding, hunting, resting (do they rest?) and mating. The photo's have exquisite composition and color. The photographer's must have been incredibly patient and observant to make the photo's. Any of these photo's could be an inspiration for art, using the colors, lines and texture of the birds.
Check out the photo's at the website: http://www.audubonmagazine.org/features1101/photoawards.html
There is a screensaver as well if you're a subscriber. The snowy owl with one wing across his head is my favorite - but the green-breasted mango (don't you love that name?) is gorgeous too. What's your favorite?