Before painting, this was a photo of a bunch of crows on the beach that I snapped last year.
Today was the first warm day we've had this year! And to make it extra special, there wasn't any wind. It was so incredibly nice to go outside without a coat, scarf, or boots, and feel the warmth of the sun soaking through me. This afternoon I enjoyed photographing the few flowers we have blooming as well as some happy birds. And the topper... it stayed light out until 8 PM.
Tulla and I had such a wonderful day.
Below are a few photos from the past few days, beginning with the winning Mr S of course :-) Such a busy boy he is. I laugh at how smart I thought I was when we had an arborist out to trim the trees, and I worked with him to preserve certain branches so I would have the perfect props when photographing birds. Ha, Mr S sees things a bit differently. He'll do anything for Mrs S, and constantly looks for the perfect twig or piece of bark to make the nursery more comfy for her. He makes many trips up the Maple and over to the Pine tree with the perfect token of his affection.
Spectacular photos, you do the most amazing things to photos, love this post
Posted by: Bren | 04/08/2011 at 07:29 AM
beautifl photos!! What fun to watch your friend ! Hope you are doing well, I hope you get lots of sunshine!
Posted by: laurie May | 04/04/2011 at 09:12 AM
would love to touch Mr S's tail just once. It is magnificent, almost like a "hair do" -makes him look so regal!!! Your photos are wonderful as always.
Posted by: Bernie | 04/02/2011 at 02:38 AM
every time i see your photos i just say...WOW!! they are amazing...love the little wren...such a beautiful photo!
Posted by: kathryn | 03/31/2011 at 05:03 PM
You consistently add beauty to my life just by stopping here. It's like taking a stroll into the woods. I love your crow painting so much!!!
Posted by: Peggy | 03/31/2011 at 10:34 AM
Your photos are fantastic. Really like the one of the bird.
Posted by: Mary K McGraw | 03/31/2011 at 06:46 AM
Wonderful photos!! and I love your painting also.
Posted by: Janet Ghio | 03/31/2011 at 06:26 AM
Beautiful Pic's!!!
Posted by: Connie B | 03/31/2011 at 05:35 AM
Your photography is breathtaking. Mr S certainly showed you who was boss!
Love the crow painting too xx
Posted by: daisy | 03/31/2011 at 05:27 AM