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that kind of moment

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As I left the wedding that afternoon, I opted to wander to my car, rather than walk. It was quite a trek across the grounds of the ranch where the wedding feast had taken place but it was stunning and well worth the wander. Wide open spaces as far as the eye could see replaced what had been just an hour before; a hillside filled with family and friends honoring a marriage. This was a different kind of day at the ranch where the cows were usually the sole inhabitants.

Throughout the wedding day, I captured images of love and friendship and celebration. There were the signs of the festivities—food, drink, décor—and symbols of a union—the dress, the tux, the ring—all amidst the beauty that only Mother Nature could graciously provide. And she most certainly did on this unseasonably warm, sunny Northern Calfornia day.

As the sun sank behind the hills and the day was slowly turning to evening, guests made their way out, down the winding road back to the small town of cottages and inns. I spent a few last moments with the bride and groom, capturing the day's last light. A perfect way to wrap up the story of their wedding day.

With less than an hour left before the dusk turned to dark, I took my time to getting back. The light was soft and sweet. The breeze kicked up with the cooling air. The sounds of the sweeping landscape became a symphony of sublty. Birds chirping, heading home for the night. Cows from the pasture calling out for dinner. A chorus of Turkey's raised their voices as I shuffled down the dirt path. And with all that, I could still hear the tall grasses and pine trees carrying the evening wind.

It took me about 30 minutes to find my car. Not because I was lost but because I chose to make those last few moments of the day last. Even despite a few unexpected events throughout my travels that weekend, it was the perfect end to a delightful trip.

As I began to pack up my equipment, I took one last look at the vast, pictureesque countryside of Bolinas. The ranch dog had the same idea. It was that kind of moment.

I have a feeling you know what I mean and that you've experienced that kind of moment. And I'll bet you had your camera there to document it. Do share with us today a moment—big or small—you know you'll never forget.

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A couple embracing..the word "love" spelled out beneath them...a surreal, technicolor setting and in the middle of the desert no less. Definitely that kind of moment :-): http://instamaticgratification.wordpress.com/2010/10/24/271365/

October 28, 2010 |

cigi

Mother nature never fails to amaze me and sometimes offers momenta that stay in your heart for a lifetime.

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October 28, 2010 |

Kristina

I love it when Shutter Sisters' daily post fits my blog entry like a missing puzzle piece. This photos is all about trying to get back to paying attention to the little moments, get back to the emotion in a picture.

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October 28, 2010 |

Audra Van Vliet

The image is beautiful all on its own...but itsyour verbal description of the scene and the day that brings it to life. Here is just one small moment...captured in the rain:
http://marciescudderphotography.com/index.php?showimage=1341

October 28, 2010 |

Marcie

Your words painted such a perfect picture for me Tracey! I almost didn't need the photo to go along with them, they were so powerful on their own.

I had a moment, just the other day, that I know will stay with me a long time. I'm still relishing this capture of that moment, that I can go back to at any time:
http://www.kateyeview.com/2010/10/potential-of-day.html

October 28, 2010 |

Kat

That kind of moment, that I'll never forget? Oh yes: Visiting Whitby in England, when the mist had come in from the sea and we could hear the fog horns and the waves on the shore but barely see a hand in front of us. Completely magical, like we were suddenly in a completely different world.

October 28, 2010 |

Jennifée

...and the link... :-)
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October 28, 2010 |

Jennifée

yes, yes, I know exactly what you mean and I LIVE for those moments. Those are the best--unscripted and very meaningful. Beautiful post.

October 28, 2010 |

AndMilesToGo

that is a breathtaking image..the tall grasses carrying the wind...i can hear it Tracey!

last month in the midst of a storm ... I found a moment or two from my window in my flooded family room...I'll never forget it

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October 28, 2010 |

elk

beautiful beautiful beautiful! the words and (all) the images.
xo

October 28, 2010 |

camerashymomma

wow, Tracey, your photo and post truly make me feel the atmosphere of those moments, thank you!!!
here's a photo I took last summer, in a very peaceful morning, when I tried to capture the quiet beauty of the moment: I so wished to keep this memory for the autumn and winter months!
http://www.flickr.com/photos/mar_s/4955387110/in/photostream/lightbox/

October 28, 2010 |

marina

This photo is just amazing and completely captures what you describe.

October 28, 2010 |

Tracy

I often take walks with my son, and although he's been through two autumns, this one he's thoroughly enjoying. I had only planned on taking photos of the scenery, but this is a memory that I hope will flood my brain when I take my last breath:

http://www.flickr.com/photos/cardboardsea/5085547544/

October 28, 2010 |

Jennifer

We tumble out of the car into grey light and heavy air, thick with morning dampness and anticipation. Not three steps across the gravel, her hand wriggles free and she takes flight past the old barn...

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it may not look like much in my photo but this was one of those moments
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and this is an old one but it was one of those moments for sure
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October 28, 2010 |

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A warm afternoon this past summer, my son actually let me take a photo of him. Every time I look at this photo I can still hear his laugh.

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October 28, 2010 |

Liz

I have a new toy, my 50mm 1.4 arrived in the mail on Tuesday eve. Yesterday morning I opened the window in my shower to let out the steam and saw these leaves out the window calling my name. So glad I took the extra 4 min it took to run outside and capture the color and bokeh.

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October 28, 2010 |

Kimberly

Just gorgeous Tracey! Mid-week last week the rain cleared for just one afternoon, and I raced home to catch gorgeous rays that were streaming off the clouds: http://recoveringfirecracker.squarespace.com/blog/2010/10/25/god-light.html

October 28, 2010 |

Trude

I so know how you feel! This photo was after the rain at the end of the day. The evening light calls to me!

http://www.flickr.com/photos/11704811@N02/5122112594/

October 28, 2010 |

Cara

This summer I went to the Great Handcar Regatta only to find out that everyone dresses up in what are called steampunk style costumes. It is sort of a turn of the century goth thing, very interesting and eye catching. I was thrilled when a woman carrying a parasol paused nearby allowing the sun to illuminate it beautifully. And to think I almost didn't bring my camera!
http://www.flickr.com/photos/lauraophoto/5121483743/

October 28, 2010 |

Laura O'Hanesian

I smiled when I saw this post because I had just posted something with the same title.

I had a moment this week... I was lucky enough to be given a ticket for the Women's Conference and was staying at a friend's house in Huntington. I brought my camera on the off-chance that I was able to have any alone time (I still can't get manual exposure down.. I'm a visual learner and I really need someone to show me on my camera.. :/ ).

My friend was going to be late in meeting me so I grabbed my camera and went to the pier. I sat and watched the sunset and the seagulls nearby. I blew the exposure on a number of them, but I liked this shot. ..SIGH.. I miss the OC!
http://manuallyexposed.blogspot.com/2010/10/moments.html

October 28, 2010 |

Deanna

This is not a great photo, but it captures a moment that I will never forget. Taken while running the Great Wall Marathon outside of Beijing, China.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/gogovivi/3563044090/in/set-72157618689040923/

October 28, 2010 |

Kiley

You had me with every word, taking me by the hand through your commentary. Beautiful: words and image

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Sometimes the simplest moments are the nicest.

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