This is a very familiar sight to me. Deep, serious winter snow. Blowing, swirling, wheeling, billowing wildly, settling uncomfortably only to be on the move again.
I find that this photo, by photographer Arthur Stanisz, captures the disquiet and restlessness of a winter storm. The mountain acts as a sort of monochromatic canvas, a supporting frame amid the curtain of darkening, louring skies.
This storm should be respected: stay inside with a good blanket and some hot chocolate.
https://www.nationalgeographic.com/photography/proof/2017/04/your-shot-unbelievable-landscapes/
Happy week, everyone. 🙂
I love how the snow blowing over the mountain just blends in with the clouds. Agreed, there’s always something so cozy about being bundled up in blankets with a hot chocolate during a snow storm. Stay warm out there.
Thanks. 🙂 That’s definitely a stay-at-home and be cosy storm. I love how the photographer framed the mountains with the grey clouds, but the clouds are the focus.
A perfect view from a warm cabin window. I can see the chimney smoke curling up softly as the winter drags slowly on. Hope all is well Lynette. Allan
Being able to look out the window and exclaim, “my that’s bad out there,” while sipping a hot beverage is a good reminder to be respectful of the weather and grateful that we’re not out in it. 🙂
I am well, thanks, Allan. I hope you and yours are too.
What a beautiful photo.
It is, but I’m also happy to be inside. 😉
Lovely photo! Stay safe and warm:)
I am, thanks. I hope you are, too. 🙂
Cold, forbidding, yet strangely compulsive. That’s a place to watch from afar, preferably from the comfort of a heated room somewhere safe!
That type of mountain storm can be very dangerous. This picture showcases serious business. It is definitely a good time to be inside with a warm drink and a fluffy sweater.
Yes, Lynette. Observing from the safety and comfort of a warm room, we can allow our imagination to take the risks of venturing out there, and live through it vicariously rather than in reality.
Yes, a great trigger for a writer. 🙂
Lynette, a stunning photo and beautifully described by yourself – I particularly like ‘the curtain of darkening, louring skies’. The image reminds me of the paintings by Caspar David Friedrich – dramatic, a hint of the monochrome, full of atmosphere!
Thank you very much. 🙂 I agree that this photo is very reminiscent of his work; also reminds me a bit of Lawren Harris. https://www.wikiart.org/en/lawren-harris
I like that style a lot.
Lynette, wow! Beauttiful paintings by Lawren that reach straight into the soul!😃
Right? There’s such serenity.
I got goosebumps just looking at the photo!
Right? That weather deserves respect!
Terrific photo and a lovely description. And I agree, there’s something lovely and sublime about being able to see something such as this outside your window whilst nestled inside, clutching a hot cup of steaming something…
Thanks, Brian. Much appreciated. There’s something about the gratitude for being warm and cosy on a stormy day that’s really appealing to the limbic brain. 🙂
Beautiful image, and beautiful words! Yes we need to respect nature and know when to seek shelter. Hope you’re having a good week Lynette 🙂
Thank you, Mei. 🙂 I am having a good week; I hope you are too. 🙂
Yes, peaceful and calm 🙂
Good to hear. 🙂
A beautiful share Lynette. I love the snowy mountain scenes and your cozy words! Happy February!
Thank you very much. 🙂 Happy February to you, too. 🙂
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