As far as I'm concerned one of the absolute best times to be outside with a camera in hand is right after a snowfall. Somehow, the chill leaves the air and I'm never cold when I'm wandering around enjoying the peacefulness of a quiet, snowy day. I often head out to the Overland Park Arboretum after a snow. Generally, the only other folks I see are other photographers. We all try not to leave footprints that will intrude into a photo.
The above photo was my first entry into a photo contest. It was a second place winner, which was quite a thrill for me. It wasn't without controversy, however. It turns out the little red barn had been on loan to the Arboretum for the annual Art Fest for Kids that had been held a couple of weeks before the snowfall. I learned years later that there was a lot of discussion about whether or not to award a prize since some questioned whether the photo had been taken at the Arboretum. I'm glad someone recognized that it truly was a photo of the Arboretum!
The below photo is one of my favorites. It's so serene, with the hint of blue in the sky.
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