Color Blast

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After Winter’s  cold and frost, we  look forward to Spring with each little bud that raises it’s head; bringing new hope as all Springs do. I have always thought that Spring and Fall were my favorite seasons; but this year’s Summer, because of a very very rainy Spring, was particularly green and abundant with fantastic color blasts. I love living so close to the pulse of the seasons.

Mother Nature delights us with each flower that grows to it’s fullest potential. Spring metamorphosis‘ into Summer with excitement. (join others at Susan’s Metamorphosis Monday)

 

Here is a little Metamorphosis example- SOOC (straight out of camera)

 

With a little help from Picnik - Add some “Boost” and Vignette”  (little darker edges) — don’t forget to SAVE AS.

In my creative dreams, this is how I would like to water color. 

Summer time helps bring out our Funky sides — don’t you think? I’m LOVIN these pots!

As I took a drive late one over cast evening… I came upon this bounty of daisies! I often perform dangerous dashings from my car just to get a shot. One of these days someone is going to run me over; but I could not pass this  by with out capturing this lovingly tended yard. Yes, some times I am a fool for beauty.

Do you supose the owner of this tire swing would mind if I took it for a Summer evening ride?

I can imagine that perhaps an 8 year old little darling could probably kick my butt if i tried.

Susan at Southern Daydreamer is throwing her usual Out Door Wednesday party; come see who is showing up.

Waving goodbye to sweet HOT August 2009!! Even though the days are long, some how Summer is too short.

TTFN~~ Claudia ♥ ♥

August 30, 2009 at 8:07 pm | Photography | 61 comments

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61 Responses to “Color Blast”

1. Joanie Wolfgramm says:

   September 3, 2009 at 6:47 am

   Absolutely gorgeous photos Claud. I love the vibrant colors!! miss u!
2. Cindy S. says:

   September 3, 2009 at 9:09 am

   Gorgeous photos!  Love the clarity of color.  My favorite is the tire swing, it reminds me of my childhood.  Thank you for stopping by my  blog and leaving a comment, I have never seen a jelly fish IRL, either, but I don’t know that I would touch it if I did.  Little boys will do most anything, though, eh?  Hugs, Cindy S. 
3. black eyed susans kitchen says:

   September 3, 2009 at 10:03 am

   Stunning photos…of course I just love the black eyed susan’s. You have some magical eye!
4. Sherry says:

   September 3, 2009 at 10:34 am

   Hi Claudia!
   Oh do you remember the days of the tire swing. Alot of problems were solved in my swing going high into the air. I used to imagine I was an angel and I was flying everywhere. I so love that pic. Memories for sure. The flowers were so beautiful. You have such an eye with that camera. I thank you for sharing. Stop by and say hi, as I love to have you visit. Country hugs and love sweetie, Sherry
5. Charlotte says:

   September 3, 2009 at 11:02 am

   Wow! That certainly is a color blast. I love your header picture.
   Charlotte
6. Jane says:

   September 3, 2009 at 11:28 am

   Gorgeous photos of gorgeous flowers. It doesn’t get any better than that on Outdoor Wednesday!!

   xoxo
   Jane
7. Heidi - Heart and Home says:

   September 3, 2009 at 2:36 pm

   Hi Claudia,
   Those a gorgeous pictures, and what wonderful colorful gardens. I too love the painted pots, have done that myself for my deck, but onlyin blue. I’m inspired by that photo to  branch ouy and add some other colors, I think!
   Thanks for stopping by and viewing my sky pics. Come back soon!
   Heidi – Heart and Home
8. Robin says:

   September 3, 2009 at 3:33 pm

   Beautiful pictures!
   I’m so behind this week. I wanted to stop by and say thanks for popping over to by blog for OW. I always love meeting new bloggers.
   Have a great day!
   Blessings
   Robin
    
9. Debbykay at Rose Cottage Gardens and Farm says:

   September 3, 2009 at 11:45 pm

   Claudia,

   Your photos are amazing — the colors so vibrant. Each image is so full of energy and life. I am invigorated just visiting your post tonight!

   Lovely!

   Hope your weekend is wonderful~
   Debbykay at Rose Cottage Gardens and Farm
10. Sara Chapman in Seattle, USA says:

    September 5, 2009 at 12:15 am

    I totally love this photo, and garden! What a lovely scene. This takes lots of planning, I know well. Good capture of it, too. I am so sorry it’s taken me so long to return your visit, but better late than never.
11. vera watkins says:

    September 6, 2009 at 12:03 am

    Claudia,
    beautiful photo’s! I really enjoyed your blog.
    Vera

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