Testing the Water

Catching up on my weekend shots...After a wonderful day and evening with my friends on Saturday I had to get myself out of bed a little too early for a Sunday and go into work for a few hours - feel free to boo and hiss at this stage ;-)

It had been a wonderfully sunny and snowy morning but by the time I came out of work the snow had all but disappeared. Even on the hills the sun was too strong. Went for lunch at the Rendezvous Cafe in Whitley Bay instead ( http://365project.org/bmnorthernlight/365/2011-10-02) - no rendezvous though - and a wander on the beach. Lots of families and dog walkers out and about enjoying the unusually mild and sunny Sunday afternoon. Loved how this little boy was so engrossed in his play with the waves that I got my own feet wet :-D

Edited both shots differently and not quite sure how effective it's been. Any feedback happily received!

Alternative shot:
http://365project.org/bmnorthernlight/bits-n-bobs/2012-02-05

Can I just say what a fabulously incredible bunch of people you are!! Thanks so much for all your time to view and comment and fav on my shots! It does cheer me up no end and spurs me on every day :-)

[aliciaG]

I really like the tones of this one. Almost feels metalic. Nice processing.

[Claire]

Boo/Hiss:0) I like the reflection on the other one better, however his total enjoyment in this shot is fabulous.

[Jeni]

Also lovely, the tones and colours are gorgeous in both, but I have a special soft spot for blues....

[Phil]

Boo-Hiss!
They are both wonderful - a kid enjoying the water and running away from the waves is classic! I think I like the light in this one more but they are both smashing!

[Dawn Wilson]

Lovely shot!

[davide]

this is probably my very own favorite among all your stunning pictures. It's got that something

[petra]

this is adorable!

[bmnorthernlight]

@claireuk @filsie65 haha, thank you for the boos and hisses Ladies! made me feel so much better :-) And thanks for the lovely comments of course!

[bmnorthernlight]

@woot Oh wow, I think I'm a bit speechless now! Thanks so much, Davide! I was so happy when that kid came along to play with the waves.

[bmnorthernlight]

@doorknee71 @petra Thank you so much for the comments, really appreciate them :-)

[Shirley Banford]

Ooh, sweet! Nice of him to play for you.

[Moira Brown]

Fabulous shot!

[Teresa (pocketmouse)]

Fun shot, so free :)

[Kathryn Marshall]

Fun shot!

[Shanne]

he does look as if he's having fun, the reflection is great - this is more about a portrait of the little boy, the other about the beach as the biggest focus

[Ruth]

I think i prefer this one. It feels like its telling more of a story & i like the slightly more 'natural' looking sea.

[Ade Akinyede]

Lovely capture!! Looks like he's dancing :)

[Juliette Packham]

I really like the tones in this - got a great feel to it. A fav for me. That's me caught up with you I think now!! Have a great weekend

[bmnorthernlight]

@sparkle Thanks so much for the fav and the catch up, Juliette! Hope you have a great weekend too! Sounded like a very tough and busy week!!

[bmnorthernlight]

@adeakinyede Thanks Ade :-) he was a bit! I think the waves do that to everyone!

[bmnorthernlight]

@rufus430 Thanks Ruth, yes I really liked how he's so engrossed in this

[Jane Hyde]

love the composition and tones

[Cavemonster]

Great! This just says 'fun' to me :)

[Erinn Dubay]

Great capture! Really love the processing, reflection and composition. I've enjoying browsing your album. Really great work! I am excited to follow you. :)