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. 🙂
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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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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What a beautiful photo.
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It is, but I’m also happy to be inside. 😉
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Lovely photo! Stay safe and warm:)
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I am, thanks. I hope you are, too. 🙂
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Cold, forbidding, yet strangely compulsive. That’s a place to watch from afar, preferably from the comfort of a heated room somewhere safe!
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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.
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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.
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Yes, a great trigger for a writer. 🙂
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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!
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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.
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Lynette, wow! Beauttiful paintings by Lawren that reach straight into the soul!😃
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Right? There’s such serenity.
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I got goosebumps just looking at the photo!
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Right? That weather deserves respect!
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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…
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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. 🙂
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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 🙂
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Thank you, Mei. 🙂 I am having a good week; I hope you are too. 🙂
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Yes, peaceful and calm 🙂
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Good to hear. 🙂
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A beautiful share Lynette. I love the snowy mountain scenes and your cozy words! Happy February!
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Thank you very much. 🙂 Happy February to you, too. 🙂
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🌺😊💓
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