Lens-Artists Photo Challenge: Cooling
“Let your soul stand cool and composed before a million universes.”
Walt Whitman
This week as those of us in the US continue to experience the heat of summer, Ann-Christine has asked us to share some images of cooling. Since my husband and I are enjoying the low humidity and lovely breezes of New York’s Hudson Valley this month, we are fortunate to have found several ways to keep cool. Above, the beautiful shimmering leaves of a tree canopy at nearby Bash Bish Falls (gotta love the name, don’t you?!)
“Good words cool more than cold water.”
John Ray
Speaking of trees, I was captivated by the cooling shade created by the alley of pines we found at the Columbia Golf & Country Club in Claverack, NY. I couldn’t resist treating the capture above with some impressionist touches, as the path to the light was so enchanting it seemed more like something Monet or Degas might have created.
“Keep a cool head and a warm heart.”
Mike Love
I’ve been amazed at the difference in temperature between sun and shade, and the added element of water which lowers the temps still further. On our way to Bash Bish Falls we strolled along the babbling brook above, created by the falls’ torrents. We especially enjoyed the sounds of the waters as they made their way through the rocks. After a fairly strenuous uphill walk, we came at last to the falls – where we found several others frolicking in the natural pools below. Obviously they’d found a wonderful way to keep cool!
“One cool judgement is worth a thousand hasty counsels.”
Woodrow Wilson
Although nothing beats a natural waterfall, I was impressed with the waters falling from the beautiful fountain centerpiece of the Culinary Institute of America. Located in charming Hyde Park, NY (home of FDR), the institute has trained some of the most famous chefs in America. Originally founded to train veterans returning from WWII, today the institute has campuses around the world including 2 in California’s wine country. Some of their well-known graduates include Anthony Bourdain, David Burke, Michael Chiarello and Michael Mina among many others.
“Keep cool; anger is not an argument.”
Daniel Webster
Finally, there is a way to restore a peaceful spirit in the cool quiet to be found behind the doors of a country church. I was drawn to the aura of this small oasis of calm that we came upon during our meanderings along the country roads. It seems there are churches of every variety around every corner of this area. This one in particular, located in the village of Philmont NY, caught my attention for it’s weathered wood, red doors and beautiful stained glass.
“Be still and cool in thine own mind and spirit.”
George Fox
Thanks to Ann-Christine for this week’s challenge entry. Stay tuned for next week’s Lens-Artists Challenge to be published by Amy of ShareandConnect. For more information about the weekly challenge, click here.
Note: all images created with Fuji X-T2 except the CIA fountain, which is an iPhone 8+ capture.
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I love the top tree, there is a light, airy and reminds me of a Japanese watercolor or ink painting
Many thanks, exactly the feel I was going for 😊
very COOL shots Tina…..brilliant eye….just love ‘shooting up falling down”
Thanks April. They’ve done a beautiful job at the culinary Institute. It’s a really nice campus now
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I love these photos. Thanks for sharing. For some reason, the last photo felt the most cooling to me. Strange, huh?
Thanks TM! Different strokes 😊😊
Beautiful set of images, Tina. Shimmering is lovely and the waterfall swimmers is fun.
Thanks Jane, fun day in the country
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Hi Tina – I’m so pleased to see this collaboration coming into being! Here is my first post to my new favorite weekly photo challenge. Thank you all. (I didn’t find a link to follow some of your team members, so not sure what to do about that!)
https://lindylecoq.com/2018/07/21/lens-artists-photo-challenge-cooling/
Hi Lindy, thanks and welcome! I see you found the links so you’re all set!
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Beautifully cooling images, Tina. And so many precious quotes to pair your gallery! Is the header a detail from one of the shots? I see which camera is your favourite now, do you use your Nikon at all? The iPhone capture is amazing!
Thanks Dina! The header was an impressionist shot I made from the falls but didn’t include in the post. I’m using Fuji pretty exclusively now and enjoying the lighter weight 😊
The photograph of the cool waters is a fantastic one. I have trouble capturing moving items.
All of your selections are perfect.
Isadora 😎
Thanks Izzy, glad these caught your eye!
Your photographs always do … they’re perfection. Izzy 😎
Hi Tina, the lens artistry is certainly coming to the fore in this one. I remind myself of you being a golfer. You should have a warning on your site: FORE artistic photos coming your way!!
Your digital editiiting artistry into the light) is growing on me. And due to your optical artistry I want to go falls frolic!
Thanks Abrie! Actually my second photo was taken during a round of golf 😊. Double trouble!!
I love the old church!!
Thanks Nora, it was a beauty!
Wonderful photos, Tina. all of them Did you use Topaz for some?
Thanks Svetlana! Topaz impressions and Photoshop on the second tree shot. Just L/R on the opening image—slid clarity a bit to the left
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Tina, these are just beautiful!
Especially “Shimmering.”
Such a gorgeous photograph.
Have a wonderful week!
Thanks Lisa – I did like the way the tree images turned out.
I continue to enjoy the unique perspective of looking at things. Are you in town, maybe we can meet, I am here for a week.
Welcome back! Sorry, We’ve traveled north to avoid Kiawah heat although temps here are a bit toasty too. Enjoy the ocean breezes!
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I will miss you, enjoy the cool weather and friends👍
What a gorgeous post, Tina! I feel cooler already, which is great, considering that our air conditioning is broken!
Many thanks Patti! Bummer re the AC. We came north to visit our kids and avoid S.C. heat but it’s darned hot here and they have no AC at all so I share your pain!
Why does something always break when you come home after a vacation???
Your header is so pretty, like rippled glass. And I love the impressionist trees. So many ways to stay cool – under the shade of trees is my favourite 🙂
Thanks very much Jude. Like you, I’m a big fan of Impressionism!
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Cool indeed Tina and I particularly love your header – no surprise there 🙂
Thanks andrew😊
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Lovely post, Tina. Very beautiful colors.
Thanks Jane – enjoying the northern greenery
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Oases for sure. And I love that you brought spirituality into cooling off as well. Bish Bash Falls looks heavenly. Always a treat Tina. Donna
Many thanks Donna. That was a very special find for me
Lovely shots Tina!
Many thanks LG!
Beautiful cooling images Tina, I love the greenery and the waterfalls with the fabulous name! :o) xxx
Thanks Xenia-it’s fun to say, don’t you think ?!
Absolutely! :o) xxx
These are gorgeous photos Tina! Where exactly is the Hudson Valley? Is it in upstate New York? It looks beautiful.
Thanks Nicole! Yes we’re about 2 hours north of NYC and 40 minutes south of Albany. Beautiful rolling hills and farmlands
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Now THATS what I call cooling WM!
Love the name Bush Bash falls, there must be a story behind that name. Great series of cooling images Tina. Especially everyone frolicking in the pool
Thanks Pauline, they were really enjoying the cool waters!
That first image was the most interesting to me, despite its warm colors, it felt cool to me.
Thanks Amy, I agree. Something about trees just feels cooling
Great photos, Tina. The first one and the second one look like paintings, especially the second one. I Love to watch the kids running to the shooting up and down fountains. A perfect way to keep cool. 🙂
Thanks Miriam. I agree about the kids. Sadly the CIA is much more an adult playground!
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I know, Tina. They can look at it and still get some cool air from it. Great feature. 🙂
Lovely photos. I was just up in Columbia County for two weeks. One of my sisters lives close to Claverack. It is such a beautiful area. Luckily she has a pool so we were able to keep cool.
Thanks Marie, we are quite close to Claverack, passing through as we drive our granddaughter to camp. It’s very peaceful up here and the low humidity is a wonderful change for us
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That pool below the waterfall sure looks inviting!
Yes but a rather treacherous path to
It. We stayed up above!
And I’m assuming getting down, precarious as it may be, is still easier than getting back up? You’ll need to look for another refreshing pool just to recuperate from the exertion!?
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LOL, excellent point de Wets!
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Wonderful collection of varied topics in these photos. Very enjoyable!
Thanks very much Anne
Love the frolic, Tina, and those fountains are always fun. Have a happy week! X
Thanks Jo, you too!
Especially like your first interpretation, which gives that tree an ethereal and a spritely quality.
Thanks Sally-exactly my goal so comment much appreciated!
What a wonderful “cooling” series, Tina. We need some cooling right now on the east coast. Did you jump in to the pool at Bish Bash Falls? It looks very inviting. 🙂
LOL, afraid not. It looked delicious but I’m purely a swimming pool kind of gal 😊😊
Beautiful photos. That first one is really like a painting. Very cool indeed.
Thanks very much MM, that’s what I was Hoping for 😊
A great cool entry, Tina!
Thanks Sue!
All your photos are truly lovely, but with the weather we’ve been having, I really enjoyed the falls and the swimming area. 🙂
Thanks Judy—it’s been a really hot summer this year. Goodness knows what August will bring!
Love this “ cool”post… I felt the temps drop!
Definitely a summer that needs some cooling GF!
Cooling gallery, Tina! and, the impressionist touch is so right – enhancing the dappled greenery. I feel refreshed.
Thanks Ann-Christine. Your topic was perfect for The week!
Thank you, Tina – it seems temperatures are high in many places right now. Phew…
Wonderful.
Thanks Rabirius
A beautiful gallery for cooling, Tina! The last photo is perfect for “Be still and cool in thine own mind and spirit.” quote. 🙂
Thanks Amy, I thought they worked well together. Appreciate your noticing!
What a cool post, Tina! Loved your wonderful images, fitting quotes and stories.
Thanks Helen, glad you enjoyed!
What an ending, Tina, a doorway to peace is very touching. It warms my heart. The rest, of course, is always superb!.
Thank you Perpetua. Believe it or not, I thought of you when I included that one
Bless your heart, Tina ❤️
Cool, Tina
Thanks Kurian!
Gorgeous photos! Love the impressionist touches on the trees!
Thanks Grammy, I’m a sucker for impressionist art so am happy those appealed to you!
Enjoy the cool, Tina. Between the heat and the rain, it is an oven here. And the only thing baking is me! 🙂
I know what you mean Lois. It’s been quite the summer so far!
Beautiful post, as usual! Miss babbling brooks. Loved the church door.
Thanks Laurel, the church was a real beauty. They are working on restoration which makes me kind of sad
I agree that would be sad. Better to preserve.
Very cooling indeed! A welcome virtual respite from the heat of San Diego today!
Thanks Terri, seems everyone is having a heat wave this year!
Ahhh. You’ve managed to cool me momentarily from the scorching air of Tuscany!!! Thanks Roo!!
Greetings Roo, happy to
Help! Seems the whole world is
Hot This month!!
Very cool pictures, Tina, especially that Bash Bish Falls (what a name) one that looks like a painting!
Thanks Hien, one wonders who
Named them and why that!!!