Morning Dove

nice artistic work with feminine colors and feeling

Glad you found the image pleasing....tnks for your visit and all the 'cool' images you share....you have one fantastic Portfolio yourself there Bob! cheers, Gail

Never apologise for 'how you speak Eduard', for to me you speak with words of the breezes that rustle through the grasses and call to the leaves; the sun that warms my skin on a most beautiful day; the moon as it lights my garden at night; the stars that sparkle like diamonds in the vast darkness of the sky; the sweetest aroma of delicate flowers; the earth when it is moist and you can smell the mustiness of all that is growing; the sound of the brook as it waunders through magical woodlands; the mist of the waterfall as it lightly caresses my face; a rhapsody as each note delights my ears as they strain to hear the melody; and the comfort of a warm soft blanket that warms my shoulders when the chilly night air begins to stir. I say these things Eduard...because you speak in the language of Poets...and you 'compose' in the language of 'feeling'. Your images are never devoid of color, intensity....deep emotion......and you always speak to me with respect. For that I thank you.

 

For you see Eduard.....you have been to me....a friend...on these pages....you have taken me, in your own fashion - under your 'wing'....and have followed my 'faltering footsteps' as I have struggled to become more proficient in my photography....I think you sensed my eagerness to learn...and saw my 'palette'....the colors of my soul, through all the images that may have been very 'raw' in their creation...yet beneath it all....you saw 'me'.

 

I am no one very outstanding....quite simple in my entirety.....yet - souls connect....perhaps through 'color'....and 'verse', and 'composition'. Thousands of miles may seperate us....many years may or may not seperate us....but we are here and alive on this planet we call 'home'........and no matter how far apart....we are 'neighbors'.

 

We exist under the same sun, the same moon, the same stars.....and it is our humanity that calls out for friendship....for comraderie....and connection. These are essentials that I feel make us 'human' and are basic & natural instincts. - no matter our differences in age - in color - or dialect - our images bring us all together, and we speak in the language of color and hue and saturation. Our lives are 'histograms' that speak of our differences, yet somewhere among all those 'levels' ............ we connect.........and find delight and happiness when we see each other triumph in images that bring us together as colleagues.

 

Although we all have varying levels of expertise.....those of us who wish to find a common element among ourselves will follow each others journeys. There will be many who do not feel this way at all....and every word I have spoken here will be to their ears - 'folly'....but it is of little signifigance to me. For in you, I have found a friend and a 'mentor'....and if you stumble while trying to communicate with me....it does not hinder my ears from listening.....for you have years of wisdom behind your images...and as I visit them...and gaze at the colors, textures, and splashes of light....I learn a little more each time.

 

This is the language we speak in. It has no barriers or walls.....we use our cameras to record images....and from there we translate these images into a language we all can understand. This world is rapidly declining as man attempts to tear it apart.....if we can communicate through our images while this slow destruction takes place....then perhaps one day we may realize that no matter how proficient we have been in this endeavour, we have succeeded in nuturing one small percentage of 'humanity'. Speak my friend...for I will always listen....and I will always appreciate EVERY WORD..........my heartfelt thanks for each kind word spoken in your critique. You build me up when I am low, and weary....you build me up - and I begin - again. Sincerely.....your little 'flower' in Canada.

Many thanks for your continued suupport Ilkka.....sincerely, Gail

I identified immediately with how your felt Alf....and was truly nice to find someone who felt the same way about a Grandmother. And to think that image conjured up those rememberances. Thankyou so much for your comment on this image. I truly hesitated posting it....was not sure if it would 'fly' (?). But has been received quite well...so I guess I did something right. So nice to have you to discuss my work with....I must get over and visit your images...not keeping up so well this week.....look forward to speaking to you again soon, Gail

Truly a delight to be speaking with you again Jannica....and it must be doing your soul good to be working on your images again, without as much 'stress' to deal with. Although it was necessary and an effort of love, it still is draining just the same. Now it is time to 'build you back up' and what better way to do that but through your beautiful art. Many thanks for your heart-felt words. With much appreciation....Gail

My thanks for your visit and kind words!.....I agree with you whole heartedly....life continues on a daily basis to amaze me. The difference in the many species of wildlife on this earther is far reaching. I truly am greatful when I see a 'species' of any kind where they mate for life....continuing on sometimes for many years as a 'couple'.....obeying the 'instincts' they were born with....and to see their enjoyment in the pleasures of 'family life' is a wonder in of itself....tnks Bill for keeping tabs on me....sincerely, Gail

So nice to hear from you ..... thankyou for your very kind and insightful comments....most sincerely, Gail

Jut beautiful!!!

 

Alberto

You are so kind....many thanks for you word that inspire one. sincerely, Gail

Very nice moment. Not sure the treatment (post processing) works, but for all of the manipulations I do, I tend to be somewhat of a naturalist for these types of shots. Amazing she didn't fly fromyou to protect the eggs. She must have known you meant no harm. I answered your question on shooting the horse on the picture site. - Charles

You are really an artist!

Outstanding image Gail. Your creative talents are only exceeded by your wonderful personality, and enthusiasm. Brilliant work of art!

All the best,

Neil

Actually, I was going to leave this shot 'normal' but when I arrived at the 'ink outline' that I found pleasing....I went with it. I probably will post a normal shot...I have a tough time with 'ink outline' processing, so I kinda of thought I'd run with this one....(in the artistic vein). Tnks for taking the time to comment. Will check you site for the answer to my question...tnks for answering....sincerely, Gail

Thankyou for your lovley words of critique.....they truly mean a lot Maurizio....sincerely, Gail

Thankyou kindly Neil for your lovely words of critique..and for you time taken to critique....it keeps one busy doesn't it??? Hope you aren't covered with too much snow out there yet. sincerely, Gail

Gail, your rendering is exquisite. It seems like there is a layer of glass over the image. Bright and artistic, you are a gifted writer and artist.

There are times when I am humbled, thankful, and truly grateful for those who support and encourage me....this is one of them, and for this I am very touched by the words you have just written on my page. I will remember them, especially when I am attempting to master yet another skill in Photoshop....and things are not going as I would hope. Words such as yours will be wisdom for me to draw from during those struggles. I'm most appreciative that you visit....and take the time to comment on my photos.....safe travels....Gail

Actually,I want to show my interest but sometimes we can not find suitable words to describe!!...Thnx alot for sharing this beautiful shot and well composed.

 

Regards(Bobby).

sometimes 'no words' SPEAK are the most complimentary!! glad you liked the shot! sincerely, Gail

Often digital alterations, even the good ones, leave me feeling like I've missed something. But yours are done with such taste, and are always the appropriate effect for the situation. This one is stunning! The colors are vibrant, and you've captured the leery expression of this poor dove, who must be terrified yet not willing to leave its babies in the nest. The story behind it is so touching. And I just love 'listening' to you as your write, Gail. Not many of us possess that ability to put into words what our hearts and minds feel. I hope you can find an outlet (besides here on PN) for your creative writing. And I'm so sorry to hear about your daughter and her children. Family dynamics can be so difficult. We all have stories and skeletons......but your daughter's situation sounds potentially dangerous. My prayers and best wishes to you and your family.

Thank you so much for your kind words and concern Cristal...I'm gald that this 'dig alt' was more pleasing for you....re my creative writing...can't really help myself...love to write...but you are right...this is not the place to write...it is a place to post...At times ....out of desperation, one sometimes searches for words of encouragement....but this really is not the place...thankyou for reminding me....most sincerely, Gail

 

 

 

 

Gail, just to clarify. When I said that I hope you can find an outlet (besides here on PN), I was not insinuating that you shouldn't write your thoughts here. With what you are going through with your family at the moment, you must think I'm completely heartless! I just meant that you write so eloquently that you should try to find an additional outlet, possibly one offering you some money for your writing, which is certainly not the case here at PN. I have to be careful when I write something to make my intent very clear. I apologize for any confusion.