Lens-Artists Photo Challenge #179: Serene
This week, Patti invites us to show what serene means to us.
“Serenity is not freedom from the storm; but peace amid the storm.”
~ S A Jefferson-Wright
The morining scenes at the ranch and farm look peaceful and serene. It’s always wonderful to see horses enjoying the peacefulness.
Beautiful countryside scenery in Scottland:
It’s a treat to sit on the bench in a quiet place surrounded by trees and plants.
Thank you for joining in Tina’s “You Choose”. It was fun and inspiring. Hope you will share photos of serene. In your post, include a link to Patti’s post and the Lens-Artists tag.
We also have two important LAPC announcements. The Lens Artists team will NOT be posting a new challenge on Saturday, December 25th, but we will return on January 1st, 2022 for our annual Favorite Photos of 2021 challenge. The number of images is up to you.
Until then, have a wonderful week and happy and healthy Holidays to
everyone!
The World Is A Book... 
I’ve never been to Scotland but the images you’ve posted are where I want to be.
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Hi Amy
Your photos of the beautiful Scottish countryside make me want to be right there, in the frame, instead of viewing from afar. I think that is one of the hallmarks of great photos – they transport the viewer.
Here’s my final 2021 offering for the last Lens Artist challenge of the year, wishing you and yours Happy New Year:
Best, Babsje
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I hope you are having a wonderful Christmas Day. I look forward to seeing your favorite photos of the year. You have so many wonderful ones, it is going to be hard to decide, I’m sure.
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Beautiful and serene, Amy. Love the Scottish horses of course, and the lovely bench! Wishing you a wonderful and festive holiday, Today is Christmas Eve and it is snowing here – a dream Christmas for all children – and me. I hope you will enjoy the break and …Happy New year – a Better Year we hope, than 2021. ♥
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Beautiful post, Amy. Love your images.
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Hi Amy
The bench scene in your photo is so inviting! I can imagine sitting there on a lovely June evening, when the lightning bugs are just starting their graceful flickering displays. What a lovely mood your image evokes.
Here’s my wishes for peace and serenity in the coming new year:
Best, Babsje
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Thank you for your thoughtful comment, Babsje.
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There’s something about wide open spaces isn’t there? Happy holidays Amy!
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Wise words and a beautiful gallery,Amy
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Thank you, Paul. 😊
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That quote is fabulous, and your photos underscore the feeling.
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Lovely choices for the theme, Amy. I like where the bench is placed, among the trees. A very peaceful spot.
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Thank you, Sue! I rarely get a chance to sit on the garden bench. 🙂
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The serenity of pastoral images is hard to beat. The only thing that tops a drive in the country is a loop around the lake that you were driving to see. 🙂
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Thank you, John for all the encouraging comments through the year! 😊
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Those greens are especially serene 🙂 Happy Christmas Amy 🎄🎅
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Thank you for all your support through the year! 😊🙏
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Serene images and Happy Holidays to you also!
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Thank you, Anne. Happy Holidays to you and yours! Looking forward to next year’s endeavor. 😊
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Your photo of the horses is so serene, Amy!
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Thank you! Glad you enjoyed this image. Alway happy to capture these horses. 😊
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Beautiful images and scenery Amy, wishing you Happy Holidays too! 🧡
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Thank you, Xenia! Enjoy the holidays!
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Thank you Amy! 🧡
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I feel so much more relaxed now, Amy. 🙂 A merry Christmas to you and yours and enjoy the break.
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Thank you, Janet! Same to you! 💗
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Lovely images. Have wonderful festive season Amy.
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Thank you! Same to you 💗
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I wish I were just sitting on that bench in your photo. Looks so peaceful and calming 😀
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Thank you, Cee! We can use some peaceful moments.
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Serenely beautiful scenes, Amy. Easy to get into the calm of the moment in these areas!
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Thank you, Terri! I, too, like the Mountain View.
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Just beautiful!
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Very pastoral, Amy!
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Thank you, Sue. For all we are facing, serene is much needed…
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Absolutely true
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Hope it’s all serene at your house, Amy. It’s calm here, until I hit the Christmas panic button! Have a wonderful time, hon! See you in 22!
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Thank you, Jo! It can be stressful this time of the year. We’re trying to simply much as we can. 😊
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Inspiring photos!
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Thank you, Dawn!
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I had to laugh Amy, because you included such beautiful and serene images and then POW, Santa joined in the fun! Happy Holidays to you and yours.
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😊 Hope Santa doesn’t mind.
Enjoy the break. Happy Holidays, Tina!
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Beautiful Amy. Serene and pastoral!
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Than you, John!😊
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