Discarded ! by kimariehere
Close
Hover over top left image to zoom.
Click anywhere to exit.
Members remain the original copyright holder in all their materials here at Renderosity. Use of any of their material inconsistent with the terms and conditions set forth is prohibited and is considered an infringement of the copyrights of the respective holders unless specially stated otherwise.
Description
Hello all!!
I still have lots of pics from my Michigan trip, wildlife and sunsets etc - but for some reason this one calls to me, so I am putting it up!.. lol cannot expain why I like this here, but I do. Maybe it's the colors.
When I shot all the water lilies, * (see gallery) there was a side of the lake where all the sludge built up. An old Chinese woman told me the murkier the water the prettier lotus flowers. Why is that I wondered? How is it possible?
I walked over and looked at the sludge build up and saw these turning discarded leaves and a sandal that was floating there. Couldn't help but think how you can find beauty even in the tossed aside discarded things in life.
I feel deep down that the artists who have gone through the most pain and hurt for some reason, paint the most beautiful soul-reaching pictures...
How do those HUGE liles bloom in such murky water I wonder? Maybe they are so happy to get out of that downtown LA murky water that they bloom like nowhere else on the planet. I have been told they are the prettiest in the world in that dirty LA pond. Here is the side the lily pond that no one takes pictures of - I found beauty in it- the discarded - and thought I would share it with you here today! ( taken with my nikon 7900 pocket cam - not photomanipulated just a slight bit of smudging to help draw it out - only slightly saturated. They were strong colors from whatever was in that downtown murky pond lol)
Thank you for all your time and comments !'
Love to you all!
((( BIG HUGS )))!
~ &hearts: Kimmers ! :O)
Comments (83)
Margana
Such lovely colors in this,Kimmie.You've created a very painterly image with your composition and color palette.Wonderful work in the inimitable Kimarie-style.Have a wonderful weekend.-M :^)
sharky_
Very colorful. Excellent... Aloha
Blush
I like this too sis... I like you have always heard beauty can be found in places you never thought to look...It does draw you into it doesn't it???? This is going to my favs... Had to go to ER tonight had a migraine for 2 days my blood pressure was way high and went to Dr Wed....I now weigh 115 haven't saw that in over a year...got down to 103 when we chatted on the phone..I feel good but I just hurt all the time...and he did fuss at me for not making my appt with the Oncologist...He says I should take it in case my cancer comes back..But this is 4 times I have had cancer and taken the chemo each time...I don't put much faith in it why else would my cancer come back if I took all the preventive measures 4 times sis....Oh well enough about me... This is perfect and I love it.... Thank you for finding us the most unusual and treasured things to view... Hugs n love Your sis Susan~
maggiemai
oooh...I really like this photo Kim!! I think it's very artistically composed. That discarded sandal speaks volumes as it sits there floating amongst the beauty of nature. I think the focus, the color and the crop is just perfect!! Outstanding image!!! :-) PS: Your words touched me.
soffy
wonderful colors in this excellent shot***
JustAlice
This reminds me of a flip flop that Ken and I use to look for. It was under one of the briges we cross in the park. But then the heavy rains came and washed it away.... oh how sad. Great shot.
RGUS
They are fantastic colours though... and the jandal (yeah that's what we call them) is a brilliant addition to this screne... have to say it again... love the colours!!!
evielouise
it would make a nice cover for a greeting card Thank you " or thinking of you today" lovely kimmers:
nikolais
Kim, you seem to be the only person who can make a sandal into a work of art. Your playing with colors is just incredible.
nongo
You've really worked this into a eye catching piece of artwork!!!!!! Love the colors in this one!!!!!!
Chaos911
wow, fantastic shot!!!! i love it!!!! :)
gradient
Amazing colors and xlt compo!!!
idiot_sphinx
Awesome capture !! I think you are right, it is lovely and speaks tons by itself :) Excellent work !!~BRAVO~!!
bogwoppet
Superb work and wonderful composition and colours - a true masterpiece - Bravo!
TerraDreamer
Wow, this is great! Love the color in this. And thanks for the story!
Luka_30
Wanderful rich colors, and excellent composition. Beauty is everywhere just open your eyes, and you'll see it.
romanceworks
Nature always gets the colors just right ... and so do you. The sandal is the perfect element A vibrant photo and so wonderful how you find beauty in the most unique places. You look for the good in everything and the reward is ... you find it. :o) CC
redheadgrrl
There is such beauty in this composition and you have SUCH an eye for these things! Don't ever stop taking pictures - and please continue to post them...you make my mornings with this, Kimmie!
jinet
Splendid once again ! What a composition ! Gorgeous colors.
thevolunteer
Wow, this really is beautiful. You can find the most beautiful things in the most unlikely places. And what you say is true. Guess it is because of all the experiences the artists have been through. Aloha
Conniekat8
hehe, I would think It takes major skill and artistry to get such a wonderful photo out of a murky downtown LA pond!!!!!!
BBarbs
This is really a FABULOUS image. The colors and the contrast of flowers and the flip flop make it quite a surreal image. I am so glad you chose this one to post. It is so wonderfully unique and beautiful. I LOVE IT !!!!
brycek
Very pretty Kim..beautifully done!!
lhoulhou
Unuual for that kind of shot. Wondeful colors. Superb !
Syltermermaid
Wonderful captured, Kimmie!!! It looks like a surealistic painting!!! It is fantastic how you can find something in anything!! A wonderful talent!! Hugs Ute
Gor111
Yes I think so too! The colors here are relly very very beautiful! LOve the POV here! Bravo!!!
erlandpil
Congratulation for a good picture again erland
Rene-Brugman
what a lovely idea
Littlejock
Beautiful composition and colours. Great inspiration and reference
B_PEACOCK
I like this .Beautiful Shot Kim . So vibrant