This week, Tina invites us to share our “Favorite Images of 2021″. A perfect theme to welcome 2022.
The “Traces of Time” theme is one of my favorite themes of 2021, and I have received many encouraging responses. I found some of my favorite rock images in my file describing the evolving millions upon millions of years where flowing water and winds carved this sacred wonder.

I. J. Khanewala’s comment made my Trace of Times post a special one, “Geology, overlaid by ecology. Such wonderful photos. You set me thinking again about deep time.”
For the Nature Light, Laura Bloomsbury replied,”… some sumptuous scenes here Amy and you illustrate the different warm/cold tones at the most magical times of light.” Nature lights create magical moments throughout the day, and almost every day. I enjoy chasing the lights with my lens.

“A Day of My Week” theme was well received by our followers.
Sue (Mac’s Girl) said, “… And it’s always so much more enjoyable when you have the time to fully appreciate them.” Thank you, Sue for reminding us to find time to fully appreciate them. Here I captured the beauty of the tree branch over the pond and colorful leaves on the ground.

For the Special Moments, Suzanne said,”Good advice never hesitate in capturing a moment as it will never be the same second time around.” So true.
The historic winter outbreak occurred in Texas during the week of February, 2021, and Texas was not prepared for it. This was a rare chance for me to capture snowflakes with my micro lens.

Many thanks to our guest hosts, my blogger friends, and followers for spending time to visit, comment, and participate. Each week, I look forward to visiting your inspiring posts.

These image set is about my photography experience. They are inspired by your thoughtful and encouraging comments.
A few years ago, Ana Linden (AnaLindenblog) comment one of my posts (see below). Years later, her words still stand still:
“At a time when the virtual world is so aggressive and overly critical (and we spend more and more time in this world), having a comfortable, safe, understanding and supportive space to share our creative attempts is more important than we often realize.”
Last but not least, special thanks to Tina, Patti, and Ann-Christine for their delication. They work tirelessly to lead/host, always strive for new ideas, and support our blog community; not to mention each theme and draft are carefully thought, discussed, and reviewed, before we hit the “publish” button. It has been a great pleasure and learning journey for me.

As Patti’s (pilotfishblog) once said, “Imagination–the creative impetus that has inspired all the artists whose works are displayed here. Imagination is also the key component that drives all of us in the blogging community to create and share our work.”
Last fall, I started exploring ICM and Multiple Exposure techiques. I was told that there was no right or wrong way to create using these features. So I had fun playing it. 🙂 David M’s Photo Blog has some cool ICM imges (click and search ICM there.)

We look forward to seeing your favorite images of 2021. Remember to use the Lens-Artists Tag to help us find you.
The Lens-Artists team is excited to announce that we’ll be welcoming several new members beginning in 2022. In addition to those of us with whom you are all familiar, we’ll be joined this year by
Sofia Alves of Photographias
Anne Sandler of Slow Shutter Speed
John Steiner of Journeys with Johnbo
Those of you who have followed us for some time will be familiar with all of them as they have all been regular participants and each has Guest-Hosted for us in the past. We know they will bring their marvelous photography, extensive travel experiences and fresh insight into our weekly challenges. We are very much looking forward to having them with us. Please be sure to follow their blogs to be certain you don’t miss any of our upcoming Lens-Artists challenges.
Happy New Year!
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Wow! Beautiful. Thank you 😊
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I like your choices for the favorite images – and the variety of seasonal beauty was a nice aspect – from the crystals of ice to the softness int he roses and the colorful sun in the distant sky – well done.
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Thank you, Yvette! I’m glad you enjoy the ice crystals. The sun brings some hope for 2022. 🙂
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🙂 ahhhh – and I could use a dose of sun right now –
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Amy, these are beautiful and the fact that you included a quote from several of your readers made the pictures even more special. I guess that is why we do this, to see how people react to our words or photography. It is the interaction with readers that sets blogging apart from other forms of communication. Thank you so much for all the time you spend getting your posts ready and inspiring us. Thank you also for the huge blocks of time it takes you all to respond to all of our work. I hope that the addition of three more artists will lighten your load some. I hope 2022 brings you the best year ever. 🙂 Lots of love to you and yours.
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Thank you for your thoughtful comment, Marsh. “Share and connect” is what we all do in the blogosphere. The responses and echoes motivate us to go on, and all have been much rewarding.
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Beautiful photos all. I don’t remember seeing the wonderful photo of the ice crystals.
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Thank you, IJ! I picked a few new images here, I was afraid readers might get tired of my recycled photos. 🙂
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Lovely images, Amy. The snowflakes look like ice flakes or crystal flakes, amazing. I like your multiple exposures. It’s fun doing it but I don’t have the camera to do it though. Happy New Year to you!
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Thank you, Miriam. Since we can’t travel far, I thought to learn a few fun photo techniques. Happy 2022. So glad you made a few trips to seevisit your daughter and grandkids. 🙂
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It would be a fun thing for me to learn if I had the camera, Amy! Yes, I’m glad we could make those trips. The kids grow so fast and I don’t want to miss those precious moments. 🙂
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Snowflakes and a macro lens for the win! I hate the cold too much to have the patience to do that for more than a few minutes. Happy New Year.
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Thank you, Khurt! I hope weather will be kind to us this winter. Happy 2022.
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amazing excellent images captured beautifully with fine skills.Happy new year
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Thank you, Anjum for your comment. So glad you joining in.
You’ve sent out great messages to us through your photos. Well done!
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Thank you Amy wish you all good of everything.May peace n joy be with you
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Same to you, Anjum. 🙂
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Thank you for your year in images and words, Amy! A beautiful collection as always – and this time I admire that first mountain especially. It looks very spectacular! You are always inspiring and spotting interesting new topics. Full of ideas – and this post is no exception. I love the idea of posting comments from our community with your images. Let’s hope for a new and better year for us all – and for nature.
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Thank you for your encouraging words. Blogsphere is a great a place to share and learn. Having the opportunity to view your remarkable photos on a regularly is always a wonderful treat. Yes, let’s hope this is a better year. 🙂 ❤
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What a wonderful post, Amy! I love that you re-posted comments that mean a lot to you. Thanks too for mentioning mine!! You’ve been a wonderful part of the L-A team. I’m delighted we’re continuing to collaborate in 2022. Your friendship and creativity are very important to us.😀❤️
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Thank you, Patti. Your stories and insights always touch my heart. Inspiring, indeed.
You have done wonderful works behind the scene, which have made it easy and enjoyable for us to follow. Can’t thank you enough.
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Could be my favourites too Amy 🙂
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Thank you, Brian! They are my favorites becuase of your visits and comments. 🙂
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A perfect retrospective, Amy! Perfect. And I love the way you’ve paired them with comments. I am so impressed with your work! 🙂
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Thank you, Debra! Your comments and encouraging words always make my images look special, and are inspiring.
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I liked your image of the pink flower, Amy. Great focus to highlight the main subject. Thanks for the challenges you have hosted for this photo challenge!
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Thank you for your encouraging word. I appreciate your support. Your posts are alway inspiring.
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All wonderful images and I love your new creative venture, but yes, chasing the light…aahhh..it is what we do. ❤
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Thank you, Dawn. Your comment means a lot to me. I always admire your photographying skills and observations.
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Awww…thanks Amy.
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I decided to link to all four of you. Thank you for all the prompts and hurrah for the new year with helpers! This is my January 2021, for other months welcome to follow me through the year and we will discover my favourites together. 🙂
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Wonderful images from your year! I’m looking forward to your challenges this year!
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Thank you for taking time to visit and comment. 🙂
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What a lovely collection and a super way to look back! It’s been an amazing year and your challenges have made me hungrier for more. Thank you, Amy for doing such an amazing job. Happy 2022.
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Hi Sheetal, Wonderful to hear your comment. Thank you for taking time to visit.
Happy 2022 to you.
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What a beautiful gallery Amy, I adore the light through the autumn leaves most of all.
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Thank you, Paul. I, too, enjoy the autumn leave image. It was an enjoyable walk.
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So deep for me.
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Beautiful choices to represent the year Amy!
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Thank you, Nora for taking time to visit and comment.
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