quiet celebration

Typically when I think of the holiday season I think of festive, boisterous, falalalaing. This year I have changed my tune a bit. I have learned to find the beauty in the quiet of the holidays. The peacefulness, the unspoken love between families, the loveliness of nature this time of year. Perhaps the key is to learn to appreciate both. Take the time to celebrate with loved ones, but also take time to enjoy the quiet- take it in.

This photo reminds me of my newfound appreciation for quiet. Walking through my neighborhood alone I happened upon this cluster of pink sticks, perfectly framed by an evening sunset. Escaping the joyous noises of December is just as important as partaking in them. Capturing them can be equally festive.

Today's giveaway consists of 2 8x10s from my etsy shop, you choose. Pink sticks is a recent addition. Comment to be entered to win and good luck!

Words, Photo and giveaway graciously offered by the blissful and beautfiul Traci French. Click over to be enraptured by her blog Bliss.

Comments

[Kate]

This photo is gorgeous!

[sarai]

beautiful!

[Lori]

Very pretty. It reminds me of the starkness of winter. the pink branches and soft colors of the sunset remind me of the hope that spring is coming.

[robin alias rstedem]

these photos are beautiful..color tone..everything!!

[Betsy]

Beautiful. Especially love the one entitled "chosen."

[Irene Lenihan]

Such a simple and stunning image. Beautiful

[Wanda]

Lovely shot. I heart your work, Mrs. French.

[Celia]

Gorgeous, gorgeous.

[liz]

So much peace to be found this time of year.

[Liz]

having just bought a new/old house in need of much cosmetic work, i am struggling hard to keep my life balanced and quiet, which is what i crave. it's an uphill battle but i'm getting there! :)

[Sharon]

Terrific photos. You've got a great eye for color and composition.

[Kayce C]

Very relaxing.

[anna]

Beautiful shots - I wish I could find pink somewhere in my snowy wonderland!

[mel]

Beautiful bokeh!

[Gail]

I am another admirer of your photos...it would be difficult to choose 2 if I won! I agree that we all need to stop and enjoy the simple and beautiful things during this season,,
http://www.flickr.com/photos/22733432@N08/2199881635/

[Jessica]

So wonderful, they made me smile!

[Heidi Jo]

Oh how fun! This is probably my favorite giveaway yet because I definitely have prints I am wanting from your shop and I have a feeling my hubby didn't get them for me for Christmas. I am in love with your Winter Dogwood and Delicate. And all the others, of course. The colors are are gorgeous and the photos are all so dreamy!

[Melissa]

Lovely and serene

[Mindee A.]

there is something so serene about these images . . . beautiful!

[Dawn]

A reminder to slow down is always appreciated here.....thank you and that shot is lovely~

[ThePeachTree]

oh yeah, this one is new to me :) Awesome.

[Kath]

A more gentle approach. What a wonderful way to do Christmas. This photo is stunning.

[Kelly]

Love your shots - gorgeous colour and cool warmth : )

[kosenrufu mama]

i' m in!!!! i love your blog miss french!
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[AppleTree]

I LOVE that photo.

[Lauren]

Oh wow!!! What a GREAT giveaway!!! And the blog, wow!

[Sarah]

Beautiful as always!

[Kitty]

beautiful colors and composition. as always!

[Siiri]

Beautiful! Happy Holidays!

[Jen]

I love Mrs. French!! Pick me!

[Lyndsey]

beautiful photo!

[Elizabeth]

Mrs. French is so talented. I love pretty much everything in her Etsy shop!

[Kaitlyn]

how could i not leave a comment about lady french's amazing photographs?

they're inspiring & awe-ing (is that a word? you what i mean) and i can't get enough!

[Sham]

I love love LOVE Mrs. French!! I read her website daily and have had my eyes on a couple of her prints for a while now :)

[Emily]

Gorgeous. And somehow, I find the quiet moments so much more beautiful.

[sandra]

Beautiful colors and delightful bokeh!

[AshleyL.]

So beautiful.
Your work is simply incredible!

[Sherry]

Your photos are so beautiful, it would be hard to choose! Thanks for sharing the beauty you find.

[Kelly]

what a lovely giveaway!

[Melanie]

If I win it would be a Christmas miracle.

[JachiCue]

this is gorgeous

[Molly]

I just browsed your shop. I love the colors in your photos! Any of them would look great in my home!

[kayla]

beautiful. Thanks for the giveaway.

[mika]

mmmm... yes, i'm an observer of quiet times, too... your images are very pretty :)

[Mariana Maya Photography]

just found your site and I have to say I LOVE every single image!!!

Happy Holidays!!
Mariana

[mary]

Oh yes, I love capturing the quiet beauty of nature at this time of year, too. That is one beautiful photo!

[Sara Christine]

What a lovely giveaway!! It would be an honor to win and hang these beauties in my home. xoxo

[Becky]

Such beautiful photos!

[Tiffany]

ooooooo no wonder UO wants you!
I love the pinks and teal blues. It's my biggest weakness!!

[Amber]

oooh choose me ;) I love all her work!