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.

Showing posts with label Sky. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Sky. Show all posts

Friday, September 28, 2012

Thursday, September 8, 2011

Reflected Sky

In the previous post I showed How to Change a Tractor Tire.
The same day I took those shots, I captured this.
I think the reflected sky is more interesting than the real one!

Thursday, September 1, 2011

Nebraska Sky

This was taken just outside the gate of Scotts Bluff National Monument in western Nebraska.
I found it in my archive as I was looking for a photo for 
I think I will also link with Scenic Sunday. I hope everyone has a good weekend!

P.S. This place was a landmark on the Oregon Trail. If you are interested in the history of the Trail,
follow this link.

Thursday, August 11, 2011

Soaring

Walking one day, eyes on the ground
What are those shadows, soaring around?

Quickly lifting my gaze, this sight met my eyes:
Long-pinioned birds, sailing the skies!

(The birds are turkey vultures.)



Friday, August 5, 2011

I'm a Copy-Cat!

OK, I'm a copy-cat!
Two weeks ago James published a very cool upside-down reflection.
I was impressed!
A week later, I took this picture, and I think it also looks cool upside-down!

Thursday, July 14, 2011

An Evening Paddle

Driving home last week
I impulsively turned down the road which goes by this place.

This kayaker,
Enjoying an evening paddle,
Caught my eye.

I had to hurry, 
Opportunities like this don't last long!


Thursday, July 7, 2011

Friday, June 24, 2011

Abstract Smoke Hole

The original version of this concrete teepee frame may be seen here.

 This first one was converted directly to black & white,
No other adjustments were made.

This second one was first converted to sepia, and then to black & white.
I like them both, which do you prefer?

Thursday, May 26, 2011

Clouds and Flowers


It's been raining, windy, and cold today, and it's supposed to continue many days more.
But we have had some good weather;
this was taken on a good-weather day, about a week ago.

Linking to:

Also, this is my choice for

Friday, April 8, 2011

Wet Blue Reflections

The small seasonal stream is flowing now.
It runs over rocks
Around clumps of grass and fir cones
And by cedar fronds,
Reflecting bits of blue sky and white clouds
All along its course.

Friday, March 11, 2011

The Last of Winter

It was a lovely February day, and
I like this shot, but
next weekend is the beginning of spring!