Saturday, February 19, 2011

Shadow Shot Sunday: Utah Shadows

If you've read my previous posts, you'll know that I fell in love with Utah after a road trip there last year. Its breadth and topography left me gasping with awe at each turn of the road. In all my travels, I have never seen its like before...it is, quite simply, a photographer's dreamscape.


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Among many possibilities on the trip, Utah offered endless opportunities for shadow shots. The light had a radiant quality, clear and unfettered, that spun swirls of shadows across the red soil and undulating rock faces.
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It seems certain I will once more succumb to the call of these great canyons and cliffs, and the
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wide grassy valleys... I know I would never tire of watching shadows shift and form anew as the sun moves across the sky...

I am linking this post to Shadow Shot Sunday, hosted by the gracious Tracy. You can be assured of a treat for the eyes if you pop in for a visit!
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15 comments:

Debra She Who Seeks said...

A special beauty all its own!

adrielleroyale said...

I love those gnarly trees - you're right, a photographer's dream! :)

Breezy said...

Living in Utah I am constantly amazed at the beauty around me. You have a great eye and have captured a feeling of serenity.

Sherry Blue Sky said...

So beautiful......can imagine you were mesmerized by the shifting shadows across the landscape. Dreamy photos.

Kay L. Davies said...

I love your Utah photos, Lynette, and these shadow shots are perfect examples of your artistic eye and dedication to the photographic art.
We want to take a road trip this year, so that we don't have to leave our darlin' dog behind. Don't know where, but Utah would be a good choice, as I have learned from your example. Thanks!
-- K

Kay, Alberta, Canada
An Unfittie's Guide to Adventurous Travel

Lighthousegal said...

These are Great pictures!! Love the scenery and the shadows are awesome. Thanks for sharing!!

Sue said...

I love this stark beauty. Desert landscapes have something quite bewitching. Your second last shot is fabulous.

Colleen - the AmAzINg Mrs. B said...

Thank you for highlighting our beautiful state! I am in awe most of the time about what I get to see each and every day..and I haven't even begun to see all the state has to offer..Beautiful photos..and you know you've got a place to stay when you come back, right? We'll set up a lunch with Breesy!

Ms. Becky said...

what beautiful country. I see why you fell in love with it. the shadows are so intense and lovely. that first photo is just majestic, I love the clouds. nicely done. have a great week!

Magical Mystical Teacher said...

That wild-looking tree against the tame fence--what a juxtaposition!


A PARFAIT DAY

A seeker of shadows one day
Did trip as she went on her way;
She picked herself up
And dipped from a cup
Of shadowy lemon parfait!


© 2011 by Magical Mystical Teacher

Shadowy Memories

Angie said...

Great shots, very intense shadows. Thanks for the visit.

Hey Harriet said...

Such wild and rich shadows! Utah looks like a magical place! Have a great week :)

betty-NZ said...

Lovely photos!

Anonymous said...

Love the last photo. Beautiful!

Linnea said...

Those shadows really do look lovely against the red soil and rocks. Glad you enjoyed your trip to Utah...