Fluffy Icing on Canyon Vegetation

This week we had another snow day.

There have been so few of them, I'm compelled to highlight the magic, once again.

This time, from a different perspective.


Snow piles up on the bony fingers of bare branches , creating dazzling visual effects.

The contrasts bring out things you'd otherwise miss.



I can often tell which way the wind was blowing during the snowstorm by looking at the wild sage.



A tall weed bows under its colossal load.



It's odd to see a remnant of fall in February.

For some, letting go is hard to do.

The patterns of the branches can be dizzying.

Here's another way to experience it, thanks to a little playful manipulation.

If I knew how to dab with paints, this scene would beckon me to grab my palette.

Instead, I create the effect digitally. It's somehow cheating, I know.

Since today I'm dreaming of warm weather,

this final version of this winter shot reflects the longing of my heart.