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Reaching For Light

© Laura E. Swan

Reaching For Light

Uploaded: November 10, 2009

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EOD
This is not really my hand.
It is the shadow of my hand from sharp natural sunlight.

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The Evolution of Each Person
Each Life
Is Merely A Series Of
Emergents; All At Different Paces And At Different times.
True Growth Is Allowed To be Free.
To Reach For The Light
Of Their Own Truths.

-Laura E. Swan

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No man has the right
to dictate what other men should perceive, create or produce,
but all should be encouraged to
reveal themselves, their perceptions and emotions, and to build confidence
in the creative spirit.

- Ansel Adams

(And Thanks To Jack. I read this Ansel Adams Gem in your Bio!)

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Exif: F Number: 7.1, Exposure Bias Value: 0.00, ExposureTime: 1/250 seconds, Flash: did not fire, auto mode, White balance: Auto white balance, FocalLength: 4.60 mm, Model: Canon PowerShot SD800 IS

Comments

Tiia Vissak November 11, 2009

well done! #1203541

Usman M. Bajwa level-classic November 11, 2009

Beautiful presentation and words, Laura!

UB. #8121555

Annette Carr November 11, 2009

Clap Clap Clap! I love this work of art and the accompanying words. #8121559

Maria Warren level-classic November 11, 2009

wow sis. wooooow this is so beautiful the light is amazing!!!! great work:)

(((hugs)))♥♥♥ #8121563

Nancyj E. Hovey level-classic November 11, 2009

OUTSTANDING presentation from your heartfelt center....Love the DDR and your talent excells more each day...wow! Excellent choice of words to set the path! 8o) #8121567

Liz blahh November 11, 2009

Beautiful image, artistry, rich tones & presentation! #8121576

Christine Lobsinger level-classic November 11, 2009

Well said, well thought out.. well done!
Laura, you picked some beautiful rich colours here, and I like it!!

CHRISTINE
SMILING #8121581

Brett Dolsen November 11, 2009

Beautifull created Laura!!Great thought provoking words and wonderfull tones and composition!!Brett #8121595

Ann Coates level-classic November 11, 2009

Beautiful words Laura. Beautifully captured and presented. Keep them coming. #8121616

Jyri Vissak November 11, 2009

Very creative! Well done. #8121632

Renata Gusciora November 11, 2009

Ah!This is beautiful!Fabulous expression!Unique work,Laura! #8121643

Kirsten Kiki Kjaer November 11, 2009

WOW! This is REALLY good, SSSLala! Expressionism!! Artwork!! Your creativity and talent for creating something different and unique is really revealed here. I LOVE it!!!!!!! This really got to me on different levels. Straight into my favs.
P.S. I so agree with both you and Mr. Adams. Beautiful poetry. #8121651

Paul E. Earl November 11, 2009

This is a stunner!! Fabulous image my dear Swanee!! #8121658

Laura E. Swan level-classic November 11, 2009

Thank you Tiia, Usman, Annette, Little Sis Maria, Mumj, Liz, Sister Chrissy, Brett, Ann, Juri, Renata, SSSKiki and Early Pearl!

I had fun making this one and I sure appreciate your words and your visits!

I have been to all of your galleries and saw your beautiful work! Great jobs!

Night night all!

-Laura :) #8121674

Chua Wee Boo November 11, 2009

Truly amazing works,Laura!!! #8121686

Michelle Alton November 11, 2009

A beautiful creation, Laura, for the MT. Strikes close to home for many of us this year. #8121747

Graham Robards November 11, 2009

Oh this is great Laura! Excellent! ~Pat #8121855

Jeff Robinson level-deluxe November 11, 2009

Very creative - Fantastic for the Theme Laura!! Jeff #8121896

Monnie Ryan November 11, 2009

Gorgeous, creative image, Laura -- great theme entry! #8122125

Tess L. Yee November 11, 2009

Fabulous artistry and presentation, and wonderful words to accompany, Laura! #8122458

Laura E. Swan level-classic November 11, 2009

Good Morning All!

Thank you Chua, Michelle, Sister Pat, Jeff, Monnie and Tess!

This was fun to make and important for me to write about. I appreciate that you came to comment and express yourselves too!

-Laura #8122863

Kerry Hill November 11, 2009

Beautifully done Laura, excellent work!! #8122972

ROLAN NARMAN November 11, 2009

Gorgeous artwork, textures and presentation sis Lulu! Very creative indeed! Almost made me sing the song "The shadow of your smil...ooops....hands"!!! #8123244

Stephen Zacker November 11, 2009

Nice work #8123380

Laura E. Swan level-classic November 11, 2009

Hi Kerry! Thanks a BUNCH! :)

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Really Brother? Well now -I- want to break out in song, too! "Thank you for the music!"

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rZnBI8j_6JI

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Thank you Mr Tree! That song is for YOU TOO! :D ... BIG SMILE HERE! I GOT A "WOW"!


-Miss Rose, Sister Lulu and Laura
#8123388

Laura E. Swan level-classic November 11, 2009

Hi Steve! Sorry! You slipped right in there while I was writing. I appreciate your support and comments!

-Laura

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rZnBI8j_6JI

For you. #8123414

Randy D. Dinkins level-classic November 11, 2009

Great image and perfect MT. #8123660

Kitty R. Rodehorst-Hanna November 11, 2009

Awesome MT image, Laura!!! :-) k #8123745

Barbara Waldoch November 11, 2009

Wonderful image, Laura! #8123877

Patrick Rouzes level-classic November 11, 2009

AN ultra creative work here, Laura, with lovely title, quotes & words! Super job indeed! #8123943

Laura E. Swan level-classic November 11, 2009

Hi Randy! Thank you and THANKS for the visit! :)

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Hi Kitty! Thanks Lady!

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Hi Barbara! Thanks Flower lady!

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Hi Paddy!!! That was an ULTRA kind critique my friend! Thanks so much! :D

-Laura

#8123971

Stefania Barbier level-classic November 11, 2009

wonderful art piece, Lala!!! #8124081

Stefania Barbier level-classic November 11, 2009

SORRY didn;t know it was your bday... happy bday and hope you had a great one!!! #8124144

Tommy E. Burgess November 11, 2009

Very beautiful work Laura!! #8124148

Douglas Pignet November 12, 2009

Beautiful work on this lovely image, great lighting and comp. #8124384

Nancy J. Locke November 12, 2009

Laura, what a FANTABULOUS shot!!! You have a great camera and artistic eye. Superb!!!

Love the color contrast, composition and mood you have captured.

AWESOME!!!

Hugs, Nancy J L #8124682

Bojan Bencic level-classic November 12, 2009

Very creative and artistic, Laura. Beautiful image and message. Love it. #8125067

Tammy Espino November 12, 2009

Beautiful!! :) #8126160

Laura E. Swan level-classic November 12, 2009

Last to first-

Thank you Tammy!!! :D

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Hi Bojan! Thanks so much!

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WOW! Thanks Nancy J! Such high compliments! I'm honored!

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Hi Doug! THANK YOU -VERY- MUCH!

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Thanks so much Topaz Tommy! HA!

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Stef! Great to see you! Thank you so much for the kindness and for the belated wishes. 29 isn't so bad after all! HA!

-Lala, Laura and all other names! :) #8126205

Wm Nosal November 12, 2009

Beautiful! #8126255

Laura E. Swan level-classic November 13, 2009

Thank you Wm! :)

-Laura #8129461

Ellen Hodges November 13, 2009

Wonderful capture and effects, Laura!! #8129483

Laura E. Swan level-classic November 14, 2009

Thank You Ellen!!! :) #8129872

Cindy Bendush level-classic November 14, 2009

Intriguing image Laura - super balance and effects! #8129904

Laura E. Swan level-classic November 14, 2009

Thank you Cindy! I love the word "intriguing"...and I appreciate your kind words! :)

-Laura #8130873

Robert K. Bemus level-classic November 14, 2009

Awesome image, Laura!! #8131972

Toni Riggs November 15, 2009

Great image! #8132222

Maria Morrow November 15, 2009

Really love this, Laura.. Love the concept and the effects you've applied. I've enjoyed your entire gallery as well. Great work! #8133780

Laura E. Swan level-classic November 15, 2009

Thank you Robert, Toni and Maria!!!

I really appreciate your visits to my gallery!!! :)

-Laura

#8133928

David M. Montero November 20, 2009

Well done Laura!!! Great job on this unique and cool shot. #8148840

Laura E. Swan level-classic November 20, 2009

Thanks Dave! Appreciate the visit.

-Laura #8149074

John Connolly December 14, 2009

This incredible image has a very ethereal feel to it Laura! Your creativity knows no bounds! Amazing work, my friend! #8215746

Laura E. Swan level-classic March 25, 2018

Thank you very much, big Bro!! :D #11687131

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