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3rd May 2012
A Happy Place by cfitzgerald

A Happy Place

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When I lived in near the beach, that was my happy place, but I bet I can find some neat places around here. If only I had hours with a book (and bug spray), and if only this was public property too....

This shot was taken by accident. It was completely over exposed. There was something magical about the way the shadows were contrasting though and I couldn't delete it. Honestly, this is my favorite photo I have taken in LONG time. I was thinking about putting my camera away, except for jobs or special occasions. This mistake has renewed my energy for MY art. I cannot even describe how good it feels, as I have been quite sad about the artistic side of things lately.

PS It really best viewed large, if you have an extra 10 seconds or so...

Happy weekend!
Comments
LOVE the processing! Beautiful shot
posted May 6th, 2012  
it really is best enlarged. what a gorgeous image. what do you think the cross in the corner is for? is this someone's private yard? fabulous.
posted May 6th, 2012  
Another great shot. I have made this a favourite. I love the colours, the tones. Also I am a sucker for good tree images.
posted May 6th, 2012  
I love it too, Courtney ... there is a special quality about the lighting and color tone! I finally did my "favorite photo" yesterday in the rain and mist. It didn't go over well on the site ... so have felt a little uninspired today. Does one keep pushing for the photos that they LOVE or just give up. I don't know anymore. I know how you feel tho ... it does lift one's heart when it happens. Magical, like you said.
posted May 6th, 2012  
Great composition, Courtney, and I love the magical feel it has.
posted May 6th, 2012  
Cortney i love this!! Love the Lighting, Color's and the Composition! Just Beautiful!
posted May 6th, 2012  
Quite lovely
posted May 6th, 2012  
The processing really makes it special.
posted May 6th, 2012  
Well, this one turned out quite nice Courtney. I lik eit, and it looks like a wonderful place to sit and relax.
posted May 6th, 2012  
Beautiful processing
posted May 6th, 2012  
gonna slap a Fav'aroo on this there pic
posted May 6th, 2012  
Beautiful composition!
posted May 6th, 2012  
This is wonderful!
posted May 6th, 2012  
That is really an amazing shot the way it worked out
posted May 6th, 2012  
I happened to have an extra 10 seconds today. :) It is a beautiful shot.
posted May 6th, 2012  
I can always find an extra 10 seconds for your shots... :)
This is lovely - I'm so glad you got your camera out - I'd like to sit out there with a good book too, it looks so peaceful
posted May 6th, 2012  
Great shot, looks like a lovely place =)
posted May 6th, 2012  
Looks beautiful :) Lovely capture!
posted May 6th, 2012  
Gorgeous place and a lovely serene shot! Definitely worth viewing large!
posted May 6th, 2012  
Very inspiring shot; do you paint from photos? Sounds very cathartic
posted May 6th, 2012  
Magical shot! Beautiful.
posted May 7th, 2012  
Courtney, this is beautiful.
posted May 7th, 2012  
Fascinating look to this shot
posted May 7th, 2012  
wonderful shot!
posted May 16th, 2012  
I like it too. I can see its potential as a happy place. Also wishing I had time to devote to such luxuries!
posted June 10th, 2012  
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