Thursday, October 22, 2009

SkyWatch Friday: It's beginning to look a lot like Autumn

I decided to take some photographs Wednesday of the fall leaves on the trees around my house and pick one for SkyWatch. The blue sky was such a good backdrop for the drama of the leaves.
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Try as I might I couldn't pick just one. The first photograph is of the dogwood tree at peak and close to being past it with some leaves already fallen. The next one is the maple tree not quite peaking except for the leaves at the very tip.
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I think I'll call the last shot anticipation as my big oaks are giving me a teaser of color but have a way to go. I'm reminded of Goldy Locks and the three bears - one too hot, one too cold, and one just right. Although to me all stages of fall foliage are just right be they beginning or ending.
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41 comments:

  1. JanOctober 22, 2009 at 10:27 AM

    Fabulous Autumn shots. You give me hope, we're still hot, here.

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  2. lissaOctober 22, 2009 at 11:10 AM

    beautiful shots, the blue of the sky is just perfect, I love it when leaves change to their autumn colors

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  3. Cezar and LéiaOctober 22, 2009 at 12:14 PM

    wow no doubt, it's wonderful!
    Adorable colours!
    Bravo!
    Léia

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  4. Regina October 22, 2009 at 12:27 PM

    Lovely blue skies and delightful colors of autumn.
    "My SkyWatch Post"

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  5. Photo CacheOctober 22, 2009 at 12:45 PM

    lovely autumn colors against the blue sky, a classic.

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  6. http://graceolsson.com/blogOctober 22, 2009 at 1:54 PM

    HI Dear...very pretty sky...
    Fabulous autmn..but here...oh...the fog and cold are everywhere
    http://graceolsson.se/mittliv/2009/10/22/skrapan-fyller-20-ar-at-skywatchfriday/

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  7. CarolOctober 22, 2009 at 2:11 PM

    Great photos...the sun really lights up the color....looks good for your header shot...autumn is so beautiful

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  8. MojoOctober 22, 2009 at 2:22 PM

    How odd. None of my trees are really doing much yet. Usually by this time of year I'm seeing an array of colors, but they're hanging on this year for whatever reason. Must be I have a different assortment of trees in my neck of the woods.

    But they sure look awesome against that crystal blue sky!

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  9. SaraGOctober 22, 2009 at 3:02 PM

    Beautiful blue sky and fall colors!!
    Happy SWF

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  10. Sylvia KOctober 22, 2009 at 3:09 PM

    Gorgeous shots as always, Carver, love the rich colors of the leaves. But I think my favorite is the last one -- what a tease that tree is! I love it!

    Enjoy your weekend!

    Sylvia

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  11. earthtohollyOctober 22, 2009 at 3:10 PM

    You're right, that gorgeous blue is a beautiful backdrop. Nice foliage, too! Happy SWF!

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  12. DarylOctober 22, 2009 at 3:12 PM

    Gorgeous autumn shots .. Carver.. those colors POP!

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  13. UnknownOctober 22, 2009 at 3:18 PM

    great shot!!!! Thank you for visiting me:))

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  14. EG CameraGirlOctober 22, 2009 at 3:33 PM

    Yes, the leaves are beautiful and the sky was the perfect backdrop!

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  15. Carolyn FordOctober 22, 2009 at 4:07 PM

    Incredible shots!

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  16. RobinOctober 22, 2009 at 4:28 PM

    I agree, that rich blue is a perfect backdrop. That first shot is my favorite, I love the combination of colors.

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  17. AlexanderOctober 22, 2009 at 4:39 PM

    Autumn just makes the tree very beautiful for photos. Love all the shots, nice use of the clear blue sky to contrast the photo at the back.

    Have a good weekend.

    Alexander
    Alex's World! - http://www.kakinan.com/alex

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  18. AlexanderOctober 22, 2009 at 4:39 PM

    Autumn just makes the tree very beautiful for photos. Love all the shots, nice use of the clear blue sky to contrast the photo at the back.

    Have a good weekend.

    Alexander
    Alex's World! - http://www.kakinan.com/alex

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  19. Guy DOctober 22, 2009 at 6:42 PM

    Beautiful photographs as always, well done Carver.

    All the best
    Guy
    Regina In Pictures

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  20. NaturegirlOctober 22, 2009 at 7:33 PM

    Beautiful blue sky a wonderful backdrop for these colorful leaves.
    Autumn is such a stunning ever changing season..my eyes pop each day I look out at the trees!

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  21. ErinOctober 22, 2009 at 8:20 PM

    so enjoyed your beautiful fall leaves. i am eagerly awaiting ours to turn...they are slowly getting there.

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  22. eileeninmdOctober 22, 2009 at 8:24 PM

    Beautiful blue skies and pretty autumn leaves.
    Thanks for sharing.

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  23. storytellerOctober 22, 2009 at 8:29 PM

    Stunning Fall color against those gorgeous blue skies ;--)
    Hugs and blessings,

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  24. Napaboaniya APADOctober 22, 2009 at 9:57 PM

    Lovely colors, and I'm sure it's pretty to watch the leaves change colors :)
    Happy Weekend Carver! :)

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  25. LouiseOctober 22, 2009 at 10:02 PM

    Well, I can easily see why you couldn't pick just one. Everything is amazing. The tree colors AND the sky sets them all off so well!

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  26. This Is My Blog - fishing guyOctober 22, 2009 at 10:17 PM

    Carver: Fun captures of the trees in your neat skies.

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  27. ArleneOctober 22, 2009 at 10:20 PM

    Great Autumn shots!

    i love all of them!

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  28. ArijaOctober 23, 2009 at 12:23 AM

    Great combination of colour against the sky!

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  29. Tammie LeeOctober 23, 2009 at 1:12 AM

    I am glad that you did not pick just one, they are all lovely.
    Spirithelpers

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  30. P-TEROctober 23, 2009 at 3:58 AM

    autumn and bleu skies go hand in hand ! ! !
    Great pictures!
    Gr.
    P-TER

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  31. MaROctober 23, 2009 at 5:48 AM

    Love the colors and perspectives.

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  32. GreensboroDailyPhotoOctober 23, 2009 at 6:20 AM

    Love your comments. I'm always trying to find the tree that is "just right!" As a cancer survivor, you will like my post today! Happy Friday.

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  33. AnonymousOctober 23, 2009 at 7:46 AM

    I'm glad you shared all three, carver. You're right - all the variations are interesting and lovely in their own right, and the bright blue sky stars in all of them.

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  34. Janice / Dancing with SunflowersOctober 23, 2009 at 8:53 AM

    What a beautiful combination those blue skies and red leaves make.
    Janice.

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  35. Jan K. alias AfanjaOctober 23, 2009 at 10:37 AM

    Beautiful shots again, Carver.
    This is autumn at it's best. Thanks for sharing.
    Enjoy your weekend!

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  36. Three Rivers, MichiganOctober 23, 2009 at 6:38 PM

    The fall colors make a nice sharp contrast against the so very blue sky. Love these!

    http://threeriversdailyphoto.blogspot.com

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  37. AyieOctober 23, 2009 at 7:08 PM

    that second shot is my fave, i like the shapes against the clear blue sky

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  38. SharodinduOctober 23, 2009 at 8:01 PM

    Beautiful capture of Autumn! I liked all the shots specially the second one. How did u manage to capture those maple leaves so clearly?

    Nice post... very humble way to welcome Autumn..
    :)

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  39. CarlettaOctober 23, 2009 at 11:51 PM

    Stunning against the blue sky!

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  40. HorsoonOctober 24, 2009 at 12:56 AM

    Fantastic blue sky shot! I love the first shot especially, it's, like you said, 'dramatic'!

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  41. http://graceolsson.com/blogOctober 25, 2009 at 4:31 AM

    hello cARVER...


    how are u?

    great shot...
    http://graceolsson.se/mittliv/2009/10/24/happy-birthday-to-u-irene-at-flowers-from-today/

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