B L I Z Z A R D
by Bear_Music

Comment by ubique:
Can't do that in Photoshop! Well, I suppose someone could, but wouldn't they feel a right plonker after they'd emerged from 2 hours at the keyboard only to see this, made by a dignified (if cold) old gent in 1/640 sec?

There's a lot I love about it, and nothing I don't. Perhaps I'll remark in particular about the way the horizon, the very earth itself, is being bent down before this tempest.

This is among the very best of LB images here, using selective focus to genuine purpose. I could look at it again, and for a long time too. And I will, because I am declaring it a fave and awarding it the Order of the Thumb:

I'm Dreaming of a White Christmas
by Bear_Music

Comment by Jedusi:
Good use of a lensbaby and very nice shot.

I'm Dreaming of a White Christmas
by Bear_Music

Comment by krnodil:
Beautiful tunnel effect here, whisking us towards that lone figure. There's a bit of sadness and solitude in this dream.

B L I Z Z A R D
by Bear_Music

Comment by krnodil:
You get the feel of the wind and snow strongly here, probably accentuated by the LB bend effect.

IMG_8665-reeds-close-baby.jpg
by Bear_Music

Comment by Art Roflmao:
Cold & Spikey! Just the way I like 'em. ;-) Excellent!

B L I Z Z A R D
by Bear_Music

Comment by JuliBoc:
Mmmm, dreamy shot.

B L I Z Z A R D
by Bear_Music

Comment by Art Roflmao:
What, no lifeguard on duty??! :P

Excellent scene, Bear. Perfect for the LB and well done.

B L I Z Z A R D
by Bear_Music

Comment by Melethia:
Yikes, it looks nasty out there. Use of the LB furthers the whole blowing snow feel of the shot.

I'm Dreaming of a White Christmas
by Bear_Music

Comment by Gordon:
putting it to good use I see

The Overpass
by Bear_Music

Comment by JuliBoc:
I think this is the way a lot of people see the world. My husband doesn't care a whit if my shots are sharp or not. He just goes by the composition, colors, and general feel to determine which he likes.