Credit Where It Is Due

Credit Where It is Due

I like to make photographs, and I enjoy being praised for what I have done. But God teaches a different attitude, one of thankfulness and humility. He pointed that out to me recently. I DO NOT MAKE THESE PHOTOGRAPHS ALONE. I didn't create the light, or the technology which makes photography possible. I didn't buy my camera, it was a gift from my husband. I didn't give myself the ability to see through the camera in order to make an image which others find pleasing. It is right to use what I have been given to the best of my ability, but it is wrong to take credit for what I have not done. God made the light, the elements which are used to manufacture the camera, and the world from which these images come. He has given me gifts: people to teach me, eyes to see with, and a brain to process information. I am thankful for these gifts. He deserves all the praise, not I.

Thursday, May 19, 2011

Sky. Mountain. Lake.

Peace.

From my archives, a view of Lake Koocanusa, in western Montana.
I am linking it with

25 comments:

Kim, USA said...

Oh wow where is this place. This is beautiful!!
SWF

Kay L. Davies said...

An enticing photo, Dimple. Exquisite sky, reflected in the lake along with the mountains and the trees.
— K

Kay, Alberta, Canada
An Unfittie's Guide to Adventurous Travel

Magical Mystical Teacher said...

Blue, blue,blue--and so inviting!

SKY DITTY

A little birdie told me,
Although I don’t know why,
That if I were to look up,
Way up into the sky,
I’d see some wondrous planets,
The moon and sun and stars –
There before my very eyes
Blazed Jupiter and Mars!


© 2011 by Magical Mystical Teacher

Big Cemetery Sky

Oakland Daily Photo said...

Lovely shot with cool colors meeting warm ones at the water's edge/

Laura said...

such a lovely view...peaceful indeed:-)

Karen said...

A magical spot Dimple, beautifully photographed.

forgetmenot said...

You covered it all--sky, mountain, lake-- and it does equal "peace". Lovely post. Have a great weekend. Mickie :)

Hildred said...

Beautiful photo Dimple, - love the deep blue of the lake.

Jim said...

So tranquil. Beautiful shot.
Sydney - City and Suburbs

Anonymous said...

Beautiful depth to this shot Dimple. Wherever this is, I want to be there!

rjerdee said...

This picture makes me think I could walk on water...right across the path of light reflected.

Wendy said...

What a beautiful scene. Has me thinking about my upcoming vacation at home. If I can capture that kind of tranquility, it'll be a successful staycation!

Anvilcloud said...

A good caption for a good photo. Peace, out.

Thomas Lee/Lee Lip Pang said...

yes,i found peace and tranquility here,such a beautiful scenery.

My SWF

snowwhite said...

I love the reflection in rippling water. Serene and tranquil. Very delightful shot!
Dimple, have a nice weekend.

Sylvia K said...

Such a beautiful place and so peaceful and tranquil! I do love the watery reflections and these are perfect, Dimple! Hope you have a lovely weekend!

Sylvia

irinapictures said...

Mother-nature is so beautiful and wise. No ending source of inspiration.

Dianne said...

so pretty

Anonymous said...

Beautiful Dimple. The colors are luscious and the texture of the water is fantastic. This one's a keeper for sure.

Carletta said...

Simply gorgeous!
A lovely image of natural wonder at its finest.

'Tsuki said...

Wow, Dimple that is such a lovely place ! Stunning in its beauty ; and I specially like the angle you chose : there is a false symetry very interesting since the trees looks just like the mounts across the river... Well done !

Shirley said...

My mind just wants to be there. Actually I want to be there! It looks like the perfect spot for a few moments of meditation.


The Gardening Life

Sivinden said...

I like the depth in this picture - and what a wonderful place on earth.

KT said...

I agree...peaceful!

genie said...

I wanna go there and hang my itching poison eve filled feet in that beautiful blue water. That would be the best medicine for this misery I could imagine. This is one drop dead gorgeous shot. You get an award for this one. Glad you found it in your archives.