Swans On The Ice ... by tizjezzme

Photography • Animals • posted on Dec 01, 2007

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This was taken just this morning, right when the snow storm here in Minnesota began. Oh, that wind was cold, and the sleet on my face HURT. Anyway, they sat on the half frozen over lake, in a huddle, and periodically they would lift their heads and squawk at each other (or me lol) .. and they'd tuck themselves in their feathers again. They were quite a distance away from shore, so I did what I could..and of course, there's always the postwork I always do. Hope you are having a nice weekend; thanks for stopping by!! Shari

Comments (40)

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Windworker

12:47PM | Sat, 01 December 2007

Magnificent. Your labor paid well in this fine composition! Excellent subject!

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Fred255

12:48PM | Sat, 01 December 2007

I must say it. Very Cool! Well done!

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odie

12:57PM | Sat, 01 December 2007

This is so cool! Did you colorize it as well? Nice reflections. Way to go you hardy Minnesotan!!

BorisB

1:04PM | Sat, 01 December 2007

Oh, my god, this is FANTASTIC!!! Wonderful reflections, really excellent work, Bravo!! I hope, you have a warm winter-coat, kisses & hugs!

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drag

1:24PM | Sat, 01 December 2007

Superb work. The reflections in B&W are amazing.

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iaacf

1:27PM | Sat, 01 December 2007

A beautiful shot !! On my screen the image is slightly blurred but I don't know whether this is just my screen doing this or the image.

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Buzzzy

1:40PM | Sat, 01 December 2007

Awww Mannn!!! It's a balmy Dec. 1st - 2007 - Here in SUNNY BRITE Central Ga - It's only 64* ... We have to ENVY your WINTERS! Keep 'em COMIN Shari GF! Beautiful Capture takes on a whole new meaning here! I'd SO be CAMPED OUT on that site! Huggzzz & Happy Yule Ya'll! Teri

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Digitaleagle

1:41PM | Sat, 01 December 2007

This is a very nice shot for the conditions, I really like the reflections and softness of the image. Thanks for braving the elements.

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dphoadley

1:46PM | Sat, 01 December 2007

Lovely! DPH

Valerie-Ducom

2:03PM | Sat, 01 December 2007

So beautiful ! Good day :)

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JeffG7BRJ

2:04PM | Sat, 01 December 2007

Wow Shari! This morning I was tucked up nice and warm in bed, I didn't surface until 9:30. I woke up much sooner but just couldn't be bothered to get up(I'm a lazy sod). No snow here yet and I don't even know what the forcast is. Great shot you got anyhow, you are either brave or a little mad(in the nicest possible way) and I think its mad. The things we do just to get a picture. Excellent shot and postwork as always. Bravo brave you.!!!!!

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busi2ness

2:09PM | Sat, 01 December 2007

Hardy Minnesotan! :| I bet you all are hardy and tough. Very good way to start the winter making good use of these opportunities. Well done, it looks like a wonderland.

wingnut55

2:11PM | Sat, 01 December 2007

a fine shot. lots of young birds in view, looks like they had a good breeding season, but is it that cold already ?

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PeeWee05

2:14PM | Sat, 01 December 2007

I think your shot is wonderful. I can't believe they done fly south or something! Well done for braving the cold. I love the reflection the most in this shot, it's kind of like something you'd see in a fairy tale book and honestly it bring thoughts of the story 'The Ugly Duckling'.

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JaneEden

2:39PM | Sat, 01 December 2007

Ahhh 'Swan Lake' and what an amazing capture it is, thank you so much for all your hard work so we could share - hugs Jane xx

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erlandpil

3:48PM | Sat, 01 December 2007

Great work erland

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auntietk

4:37PM | Sat, 01 December 2007

How beautiful! It's snowing here today. If I feel brave after I eat my lunch, I might go out. Brrr!

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GiMi53

4:42PM | Sat, 01 December 2007

EXTRA-ORDINARY image... this is absolutely wonderful, Shari !

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mbz2662

4:43PM | Sat, 01 December 2007

Wow, that's amazing! Great capture and post work.

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lemonjim

4:52PM | Sat, 01 December 2007

b r r r ! Bet they would like some furry slippers on those bare footsies.

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SSoffia

4:54PM | Sat, 01 December 2007

EXQUISITE CAPTURE !!!!!

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beachzz

5:12PM | Sat, 01 December 2007

Wow, I keep reading about how it's snowing everywhere, and I'm just getting ready for rain!! It's been cold here, but nothing compared to what the rest of you are living with!! This is a most awesome capture, thanks for getting out there and doing it for us!! It's really stunning.

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