Smoke in the valley

Early morning scene from our kitchen window. I seem to be doing a lot of dark photos lately but am still challenging myself for a real photo per day even if I am rushed.

Three good things:
1. Getting to know the exchange rate in euros and US dollars pretty fast.
2. Bought a gorgeous summery dressing gown with lots of lace for $10 in the Hospice shop.
3. Finding out about several cameras (not going DSIL)

[Annie D]

love the smokey chimneys

[Tony]

Creates a great atmosphere, very few houses here still burn wood for heating.

[Gena Pegg]

That bit of orange in the sky and the smoke make this such a lovely image!

[katy]

I really love the composition and the color! I had to FAV this one!

[Nita]

Love the subtle smoke and the hint of the same color in the clouds. Lovely capture.

[Osia Strasner]

Very atmospheric.....you seem to have captured the spirit of that time!

[Daisy Miller]

Beautiful shot. The smoke, the dark colors and the small punch of color makes this a special photo.

[Kerri]

Beautiful

[Taffy]

The clouds look like a mountain range in this.

[John]

Very interesting light and layers! Mood-evoking picture.

[Bev]

Great shot, Maggiemae. That's such a lovely view. Stunning the way the sun shines through the clouds in the distance. Very cool.

[Rach_who]

I like the little band of orange

[Terry]

I really like this one.

[Lindy]

Yep sure is. Love that tinge of colour.

[Rick Schies]

Well done. Are you planning a trip to the States?

[MaryBeth Dailey]

your list of 3 things is quite positive sounding and intriguing! Hmmm...Your view is nice..you are on the top of the hill looking out over all the other guys!

[Sandy]

You have an awesome view.

[Pat Knowles]

Your misty just coming light shot is really compelling to look at. I can just imagine you looking out of the window waiting for the kettle to boil for that first cup of tea...love those smoking chimneys! Beautiful layers & a great edit!

[Maggiemae]

@happypat Early wakenings for you, Pat! One thing - we don't have a kettle - installed a boiling tap on the central bench and its always on tap at boiling point! So handy! So more time to stand and stare!

[Maggiemae]

@digitalrn Yup, Rick - Sturgis for the Motorbike Week in SD then Minneapolis in MN!

[Maggiemae]

@espyetta Yes, Marybeth - down there in the valley it is alway at least 3 degC lower in temperature!

[Maggiemae]

@tonydebont So many people burn wood here in NZ but what is encouraged actively is that it should be dry wood, Tony!

[Maggiemae]

@prttblues Sometimes it takes a photograph to realise that we do have a lovely view, Bev! You know the old saying, "familiarity breeds contempt!"

[Margaret Obey]

Amazing view

[richard saffold]

sturgis should be fun, minnesota...hot and sticky.

[Cathy Donohoue]

I really like the layers that you captured here. Beautiful. Can't wait to hear what cameras you are looking at.

[Yvonne]

Love that smoke, Maggiemae. Beautiful capture. What a view!

[Corinne]

Nice tones...

[Judith Greenwood]

You have a great view! I would spend all day washing up!

[Mr. Spock]

Lovely view from your kitchen window!

[Maggiemae]

@yonnie Yvonne! How lovely to see you back here! Hope all is well with you and your family!

[Phil Howcroft]

gr8 atmosphere maggie

[Gillian]

Nice layers.

[Ann H. LeFevre]

Cool shot- the clouds look like mountains and fire.

[Darlene]

Such a great shot, Maggiemae. Love your three things a day. I am looking for a new camera as well and not a DSLR. Great price for a dress, love thrift store shopping.

[Maggiemae]

@darsphotos It pays to know what one really wants in a camera I think, Darlene. I don't want to lug stuff around but want the ability to use manual the way I want! I'm going for a good compact - Olympus Stylus 1 seems to be the best from my research.

[Darlene]

@maggiemae I have been searching for a while as you know and with my camera getting worse, I have to find something soon. I have the same issue as you, I do not want to lug a lot with me but want a good camera. Thank you for saying what you are looking at. I will have to check it out. I got a lot of input from others on 365 and have watched to see how photos look and have based it on that along with my sons input.

[Maggie]

You have a lovely outlook from your window and this dawn view has lovely dark and smoky tones that add mystery to the familiar. I am playing catch up with my comments today,but I do appreciate your regular feedback so much.

[Stephanie Swift]

Love the pov and that streak on orange. Sounds as if your journey is indeed going to be a big one!

[Chatreya (Cat)]

This one could tell a story.