September 10, 2011

Photo Challenge: Dog Daze of Summer

It’s time for another Brenda Photo Challenge! The theme this time is Dog Daze of Summer. I had to wrack my brain to figure out how to best capture this theme. But it turns out that I took an image during our Alaska trip that sums it up perfectly!

When we were visiting the kennel at Kantishna Road House in Denali National Park, I happened to spot a charming scene with Reba, a lead sled dog. She was comfortably resting in her wooden doghouse, with her head at the doorway, thoughtfully pondering the swarm of photographers who had descended upon the kennel for a photo shoot. Gentle as a breeze in personality, I immediately recognized that Reba appreciated simple beauty. Though there was a well-worn dirt track that circled her house, she made sure that she didn’t disturb a dandelion plant growing right outside her doorstep. Sure enough, I caught Reba admiring this iconic summer wildflower bloom and I quickly snapped the shutter. Priceless! 




And just for the fun of it, here is a black and white version with the flower colorized. 




I hope that you will visit the challenge’s web link and check out the contributions of the other participants. And please continue to keep Miz Brenda in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time for her and her family.

17 comments:

  1. Oh, that is the perfect shot! What a capture my friend.
    It pays to be in the right place at the right time.
    Have a great weekend.
    Kim

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  2. Couldn't Ask for a more perfect shot Donna! It's Beautiful!
    Prayers for Brenda...
    hughugs

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  3. Oh my gosh! That's a fantastic shot! I can't decide which one I like better. They are both fabulous!

    Hugs to Brenda. She's such a great person.
    xx, shell

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  4. What a great shot and lovely thoughts for our friend

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  5. Great shot! It reminds me of the Siberian Huskey, Sandy, my hubby had a few years back.

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  6. Your photos are priceless! Reba is a beautiful girl! So sorry to hear about Ms Brenda's husband...

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  7. That's awesome and I especially love the black and white shot! That just calls out to be framed!!

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  8. Oh yeah and my post is up too now. Let's just say that I hit 6:00 PM to publish instead of AM!! Duh!!

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  9. as usual, you rock the photo world !!! i do hope all is well and good in your world - it's been a while - sorry ! tell marty to stop the lickin ! :))

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  10. I love both pics, but the B&W is absolutely fantastic!! Good eye, Miss Donna, you find the most interesting things. :) HUGS!

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  11. That is just so cool. You are a true photographer to have had your camera just when you needed it.

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  12. PRECIOUS!!!! What a face. Beautiful. The B&W is my favorite.

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  13. Priceless sums it up!! What a beauty!

    Ms. Brenda continues to be in my thoughts and prayers...

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  14. I'm keeping her in my prayers..I know how hard it can be! And your photos are wonderful! Love the black and white! ♥

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  15. Oh I love this photo!! And it's even more perfect in black and white.

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