Assignment #59

On behalf of Assignment #57 winner Pat (Conropl) I would like to annouce Assignment #59: That Home/Comfortable Feel:

As described by Pat:
This assignment is to show a picture of something that evokes that feeling you get when you are at a place that just makes you feel at home or where you get a comforting feel. That means you not only have to present a picture, but also a short (one liner if you wish) description of why that scene or person or object gives you that felling of comfort.

Basically, I want to see shots that can be used to describe a feeling or emotion rather than just technically good.


cls - I get the connection to the shoreline. It is a place I go often to get away to think and get lost in the moment. I also like the way you included yourself in the shot to further the theme. And it was just a well executed and composed shot.

http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5531/1...d439d527_o.jpg


Jayson - Great farmland shot with the warmth of sunset. That windmill has to be something that brings back memories. I really like this... reminds me of home.

http://www.alderimages.com/img/s1/v20/p558192334-4.jpg


DavidWare - Relaxing at a waterfall. I've done that myself... it is very relaxing. Like cls, I like the inclusion of yourself in the shot to further the theme and add to the feel of the shot. Great looking waterfall and long exposure.

http://i.minus.com/ibyLmZ8RouXX1F.jpg

Jonathan Huyer - What a great view to wake up to. This is just a beautiful shot.

http://www.huyerperspectives.com/Lan...IMG_1183-L.jpg

Kayaker72 - There is a reason 4 of the 5 shots had water as a main element. And silently slipping through the water with a kayak getting close to nature and animals is such a great way to spend time.

http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5345/1...a8b13d61_o.jpg


Congratulations to all the finalists. The poll will be open for 5 days.

I live only a few minutes' walk from the Baltic Sea. Whenever I get some time left I like to refresh myself with a walk along the shoreline. I'm not sure why, but the sea has a relaxing effect on me regardless if it's stormy with waves or calm like in this photo. (This one was trigged by remote poorly hidden in my right hand.)

http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5531/1...d439d527_o.jpg

Here is my reminder of home. I am from a farming/ranching community. This is the windmill on our farm. I took this about 7 years ago with an old Kodak camera. I don't get to photograph the area nearly enough.

http://www.alderimages.com/img/s1/v20/p558192334-4.jpg

Hi Everyone. This assignment closes tomorrow if you are interested in making a submission.

Might as well throw my hat into the mix. This place is one of my favorite places in the world, I can go there and just relax. I've napped right next to these falls, as well as brought a book and just read next to the sounds of the water. I just wish it was closer to me! A couple hundred yards or so behind me and to the left is a house, and every time I see it I just think of how amazing it must be to live right there.

Falls
http://i.minus.com/ibyLmZ8RouXX1F.jpg

Great idea for an assignment, and excellent submissions so far. Here's one from the archives: We have a great view of these mountains from our picture window, and we never get tired of seeing the alpenglow at sunrise. It is a constant reminder that we live in a wonderful part of the world.

Sunrise over Ha Ling Peak, Canmore
http://www.huyerperspectives.com/Lan...IMG_1183-L.jpg

Great shots everyone. I am going to jump into the archives as well for this one.

I imagine this one is pretty self explanatory. Put me in a kayak, on the water, in the woods and I am feeling pretty comfortable.....:cool:


http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5345/1...a8b13d61_o.jpg
small-3325 by kayaker72, on Flickr

Hi Everyone.....the poll is now open!

It is a close vote...the polls are open for one more day!!

Thanks everyone for your votes. I am honestly surprised as I thought all the photos were great.

I'll work on coming up with the next topic and get it posted. For now, Assignment #60 - Music is up and running and due by March 3rd (next Monday)

Thanks again!

Congrats Brant, it was a great shot. I tried a similar one over the summer but it didn't come out as well. I'm hoping to do a lot of kayaking this year, maybe even buy my own.

Congrats Brant! If I had voted in this poll it would probably have been for your shot - I think all of them are good but your's has an extra touch with the kayak point of view. Looking forward to #61...

Congratulations Brant! I really liked the kayak point of view also. Great photo.