Fragility
While out on the lake last Saturday I noticed several leaves floating in the water from the surrounding Cottonwood trees. The ones that were the most emotionally compelling for me were these simple skeletal remains. So much beauty in such frailty. A symbol of life.
This image also reminds me of my latest favorite song, Shattered by O.A.R.
“How many times can I break till I shatter?
Over the line can’t define what I’m after
I always turn the car around
Give me a break let me make my own pattern
All that it takes is some time but I’m shattered
I always turn the car around…”
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dpennyor
excellent job dawne!!
Dawne Olson replied
Thanks Dennis!
linaji
It feels like feelings.. like the way life goes here.. perfect title and shot.
Dawne Olson replied
Thank you Lina… beauty and transcience… what a blend, eh?
Joanne Bradley
That is beautiful, just like lace! Wonderful image and capture!
Dawne Olson replied
Thank you!! I took so many pictures of this silly leaf this morning!! lol
Emily Peak
Awesome!
Dawne Olson replied
THANKS!! xx
Tamme Marshall
GORGEOUS!
Dawne Olson replied
Thank you Tamme!!
Paul Stephen ...
Nature and fractals beauty just perfect, nice music too Paul :)))))))))))))))
Dawne Olson replied
Thanks Paul! I’ve had that song stuck in my head all day!
CarolM
So delicate and fragile. Aged but still beautiful. You have a good eye for the little details. Great work.
Dawne Olson replied
Thank you Carol… you’re so kind! xx
dancinfreakshow
Dawne, this is phenominal!!!! So beautiful:)
Dawne Olson replied
Thanks Robert! That’s a terrific compliment!
bidjara
Well titled and lovely work on the photo…..it certainly does make one stop to think. Mel
Dawne Olson replied
Thank you very much…xx
Helene Kippert
Delicate and beautiful
Dawne Olson replied
Thanks Helene… I was afraid it would crumble into pieces before I finished photographing it!
jansnow
WOW, this is stunning!
Dawne Olson replied
Thanks Jan!
Krys Bailey
Skeleton leaves are a thing of beauty! Love this one!
Dawne Olson replied
Thank you Krys… really appreciate your comment.
waitin' for rain
amazing details and macro !
Dawne Olson replied
Thanks Victor
Kerstin Inga
lovely shot! and true to its title!
Dawne Olson replied
Thank you again.. for this and all your kind remarks on my work! I really enjoyed your visit!
Kerstin Inga
:-))
coppertrees
Beautiful, I missed it. Really love how you captured the essence of the Leaf
Dawne Olson replied
Thanks! I am easily entertained by leaves…
coppertrees
Me too and feathers they are the same in many ways.
Jan Bickerton
Compelling is the right word, I love these skeletons too. this is a great shot.
Dawne Olson replied
Thank you Jan! I appreciate your feedback!
mikrin
Beautiful Dawne!!
Dawne Olson replied
Thanks Mike!
chen cohen
amazing!!! stunning!!!!
Dawne Olson replied
Thanks! Your comments are appreciated!
Matthew Walters
Lovely shot.
Dawne Olson replied
Thanks Matthew
Sensiworld
Beautiful !
Dawne Olson replied
Thank you Sylvia!
Bojoura Stolz
Such a beautiful picture, some sober in color, so vibrant with subtle detail. Painting with light. Gorgeous.
Dawne Olson replied
What a lovely comment! Thank you Bojoura xx
giovdim
Beautiful natural filigree
stevendesiow
This is super. What a beautiful art.
brian pendrey
great work
Prasad
Excellent find. Nice tomes and composition.
WayoftheWarrior
great work
Dawne Olson replied
THanks!
Paul Stephen ...
Congratulations this rocks Paul :))))
Dawne Olson replied
Thanks Paul!! I’m so happy it was featured! Thank you!!
blamo
congratulations on your feature Dawne
Dawne Olson replied
Thank you… I wouldn’t have even known about it I think except for your comment! :0)
Agnes McGuinness
Congratulations on your feature in M.I.A. Love the music:)
Dawne Olson replied
Thank you Agnes, it was really a surprise!
tkrosevear
Congrats on the feature Dawne, a beautiful feel and time of the year for contemplation ;)
Dawne Olson replied
Thank you! It certainly is!
linaji
HI DAWNE.. CONGRATS ON THIS FEATURE.. THIS IS A FAV FOR ME..
Larasolnishko
You have heart for nature, that is why you see invisible….Cod bless your soul! Congratulation
Dawne Olson replied
That is a beautiful acknowledgement… and so true. I’m happiest there. Blessings to you as well! xx
EarthGipsy
Great title, beautiful image….....
Dawne Olson replied
Thanks Sonia… sorry I’m so behind on replies and comments. I’m back from vacation and working my way through stuff! Thanks for the comment!
Sharon Johnstone
Absolutely gorgeous Dawne!!!!!
Dawne Olson replied
Thank you Sharon… I found it very challenging to photograph!
Tracey McKeown
Moving,,,,,,,,,,,, just gorgeous!!!
Dawne Olson replied
Thanks Tracey… I’m sorry I’m so slow to respond but I do appreciate your comment on this image!
Elaine Harriott
Wow – this is stunning. your words are just as beautiful that go with this image, well done!
Dawne Olson replied
Thank you Elaine.. I’m so sorry it has taken me this long to reply… I do appreciate your kind words!
Andrea Barnett
I absolutely LOVE this! So haunting, yet so gorgeous! Great work!
Dawne Olson replied
Thank you dear! A lovely compliment and I’m really happy you enjoyed this image.
Kasia Kotlarska
Beautiful photo!
Dawne Olson replied
THANKS! :0)
Susan Grissom
love your work,.this is exquisite…......
Dawne Olson replied
Thank you Susan!! That’s a lovely compliment
micmac
BEAUTIFUL TONE,DETAILS AND PATERN…SUPERB MACRO!
Dawne Olson replied
Thank you so much Gigi for commenting on my new work… Have a very Happy and Prosperous New Year! xx
Trenton Purdy
BEAUTIFUL. Count this as a comment on every one of your photos! Ha! :D Great Work.
Dawne Olson replied
Thanks so much for the great remarks you left on my work… very much appreciated! Have a Happy New Year
Antonio Zarli
Great capture of details … excellent job
Dawne Olson
Thank you kindly Antonio
Sande Elkins
This is so beautiful! You have a unique vision and I love that. You find amazing beauty where few look. Wonderful work!
Dawne Olson replied
That is such a lovely thing to say! Much thanks to you Sande
ildilazar
Gorgeous work!!
Dawne Olson replied
Thank you so very much!!
Solomon Walker
incredible photo…like a lace in another time, another era….
Dawne Olson replied
Thank you Solomon – love your perspective on this one!
GerryMac
fantastic capture!
DaRkSiLeNcE
so delicate, it reminds me of some desserts, very sweet work indeed!!
Dawne Olson replied
Thank you…. such is the beauty of abstract work… it can seem like so many things :0)
Maria Moro
please consider one of your artworks for our Patterns in Macro & Extreme close up challenge
Dawne Olson replied
Thank you so much Maria for your visit to my portfolio and for the group invitation!
Cora Wandel
SusanR
Amazing detail!
Dawne Olson replied
Thank you so much Susan!
Anne-Marie Bok...
Lovely picture with amazing details! Congrats with the feature!
Dawne Olson replied
Thank you! I’m honored!
Deborah Milligan
fantastic shot dawne:)
Dawne Olson replied
Thanks!
Jolie
beautiful detail & such golden colour!
Dawne Olson replied
Thank you Jolie..
PatriciaLM
A BEAUTIFUL SYMBOL OF LIFE….... beautifully captured Dawne …
You can feel the emotion in this capture for sure…..
Patricia:-)
Lenora Brown
I had to add a comment but I have no words for this shot! I am favoriting this though :O
Luca Renoldi
splendid tones and details! instant fav
Maria Moro 10 days ago