First Snow

Just came back from a visit to USA, met some PN friends in Boston and stayed with one of them in Cape Cod. the changing colors made me drunk..... very exciting

 

This is nice and funny ... why fanny? because that leaf grew a long stem, in order to be seen better than the others.... ;-)) covered with the first snow. Nice composition Len, a bit different than the many I see in that time of year.....and well placed on the frame.

No, no! You've got it all wrong Pnina. The stem grew long so I could get a decent composition here. Wouldn't hang in just the right spot with a short one. :-) Best, LM.

It is a most fortuitous stem, Len. You must have searched high and low to find it. It really does work well.

Luck is good! Spotted in my backyard on my way to the composter. Best, LM.

Here's the perfect representation for the concept of autumn turning into winter! I like the composition - very well balanced - and, of course, the contrast between the beautiful colours of the leaves and the snow white background. And, once again, thank you for your latest comment on my work, extensive and useful as usual!

Thanks for your thoughts. Although it seems obvious now that you've pointed it out, autumn turning into winter is a very good description. I hadn't consciously made that connection, though the pain in my back from shoveling snow constantly reminds me that autumn '08 is officially over! Best, LM

Len, this is the first week our temperature dropped below zero and remained, so winter is definitely around the corner although we haven't seen snow yet. The leaf stubbornly hanging on while next year's buds have formed just above is a real metaphor of life. The nicely preserved details in the background snow is wonderful too.

Nice to hear from you again. Taken with an entry level P&S camera this one may not pass muster in a 20" x 30" or larger but for 12 x 18 down to web size it's fine. I too was impressed with the texture of the snow in the background in spite of it being a flatly lit even overcast day. I've seen some Leica produced shots on this site that would take a place behind it. Don't be a stranger. Best, LM.

I believe you, Len. The linear response of digital imaging makes all of this possible as long as there is no sensor overload. I am amazed as well by my point and shoot Sony's metering - its wide area metering correctly identifies the brightest spot every time and prevents blown highlights in scenes such as this. It makes shooting much easier without resorting to manual mode as you have done here. For my casual snapshots, it's nice to have confidence in automatic modes.

Great commentary on the seasons, Len. I live in the upper south, and we don't get much snow here anymore, which disappoints me so much, and we never get snow when the leaves are still on the trees. Beautifully seen and composed.

Thanks for your thoughts and for putting a positive spin on the snow & cold. Winter hasn't even started & I'm grousing about it already. When you are putting your back out shovelling the stuff it's hard to appreciate why the skiers are all full of smiles. Something for everyone. Best, LM.

great composition

Thanks for the visit. It's especially appreciated now that I'm aware of what you've been going through lately. Your 'Dialysis' shot explains much. Get well soon old friend. Don't be a stranger. Best, LM.

Documenting the transition from Autumn to Winter. Your

thoughts\critiques will be gratefully received. Best, LM.

Another great shot Len! I could picture that on Photo of the Week. That was a really good find as the leaves are usually long gone when the snow comes around here. I'm really glad I got a chance to drop by and look at your latest shots!

Thanks for your thoughts Greg. It was an opportunity I couldn't pass up. Practically hit my head on the branch on the way by. Don't be a stranger. Best, LM.

Great composition and overall a very creative shot!

Thanks for your thoughts. Always nice to hear from you. Best, LM

Striking composition with very good control of light & exposure,Len.

Thanks for stopping by with your views. Much appreciated. Best, LM.

A note of envy: It is December the 13th and we have not seen any snow yet. If we did; I could go and hunt another autumn leave with an even longer stem!

Seriously, beautiful composition with beautiful colors. Refreshing.

Sorry your comment went unnoticed for so long. It really is appreciated. Yes, the quest for and longing for possession of longer stems seems primal. Good luck with YOUR quest. :-) Best, LM.