Friday, February 6, 2015

5 Random Friday Finds

Find No. 1


I love how finding a simple weed stuck in the snow can turn into a piece of art.


I could have played with this image for hours, but eventually you have to put down the iPad and walk away.

Find No. 2


I found some ice encrusted on the bowl of a metal drinking fountain.

Find No. 3


After an appointment downtown this week, I had to wander farther down the street to capture this vintage theatre marquee.

Find No. 4


I found a lone ice fisherman.

Find No. 5


My friend Jill and I had one of our adventure days last week Friday. We were also celebrating Jill's birthday. She should probably be scared when I text her and tell her to pack warm mittens, something to keep her head warm and boots. But being the true friend that she is, she just does it and doesn't ask questions. I love this picture of us because we are totally in the moment and enjoying a cold, snowy winter day at the beach.


This is what I made us do. We parked on the closed to traffic beach road, climbed over the guard rail, waded through the snow and beach grass, so I could get some photos of these ice bergs. Never a dull moment on our adventure days!

Hope you are having a great week!

Joining Kim for Friday Finds

28 comments:

Unknown said...

Who knew weeds could become so beautiful! Laughing as I imagine the two of you on the cold, snowy beach snapping away! Photos are amazing.

jp@A Green Ridge said...

And that's what friends are for!!!!...:)JP

Ahayes1225 said...

Hop those fences and enjoy! Ice bergs? I am taking a lot of the weed pictures also. Very nice!

Viv@Thoughts from the Desktop said...

Weed pictures, a girl after my own heart.. Good thing most of the places we visit are quite deserted !!!

Bonny Bonafilla said...

Lovely photos, Sarah. It looks like you're having proper winter weather down in your neck of the woods - not like our paltry dusting of snow here in London. Joyous photo of you and your friend: it's obvious you were having a great day out together. All the best for the weekend, Bonny

Buckeroomama said...

I love the edits you did to the images... especially the one of the weed. Definitely fine art!

Michelle B said...

The smiles on your faces show what a wonderful day you both had! So many beautiful images. It is hard to just walk away from editing photos sometimes. You walked away at the perfect time, you created a piece of art. The water fountain is awesome! Have a great weekend! Stay warm!

Beverly said...

The one of you and Jill is a real keeper! Love the excitement and happiness you both have. I love your beach snow pictures, love the ice bergs!

tiarastantrums said...

love the different editing on the first two images

Nancy said...

You definitely have the gift of finding something very ordinary and making a piece of art out of it...I love your creativity and adventurous spirit. The shot of you and your friend is priceless....

Cathy H. said...

Great winter finds! I love the beach in the winter. That's something I've never seen! Love the picture of you and Jill! I'm sure it was a wonderful day! Stay warm!

Suburban Girl said...

Great finds and lovely images as always. I am enamored with that water fountain photo.

Dotti said...

Wonderful finds! You are so intrepid, mucking about in the snow and cold with your camera. I salute you!

sweetbriardreams said...

I always love losing myself in your images. You capture the true atmosphere of things you see. Gorgeous! Oh, and happy birthday to Jill from this side of the pond x

Unknown said...

Great photos and what a great friend Jill is. My teeth were chattering if yours weren't!! Love that movie marquee.

Ida said...

Wonderful post. Loving your artistic weed, the theater shot and the last shot of the beach. Sounds like a great day with your friend.

Lynne said...

Loved the artist eye in your photography . . . Lovely first two . . .
And the birthday outing looks delightful, great photo of you and "birthday girl - friend!"

Helen said...

Gosh it looks so cold. I'm catching up on your adventures - so sorry for getting so behind. I've never been to a beach with snow and ice so for me that would be a perfect location to capture!

The Artful Diva said...

I like how you make the ordinary extraordinary.

diane said...

Great finds! I need to get out more .... such wonderful captures!
Have a great weekend.
diane @ thoughts & shots

Deanna said...

It is fun to play around with our pics, especially with the I-Phone Apps. Love that image of the two of you, looks like you had a marvelous day to celebrate a birthday. I think the Artful Diva said it best. "you make the ordinary extraordinary"

Deanna said...

It is fun to play around with our pics, especially with the I-Phone Apps. Love that image of the two of you, looks like you had a marvelous day to celebrate a birthday. I think the Artful Diva said it best. "you make the ordinary extraordinary"

amy of studio four corners said...

beauty in simplicity - you can even make winter look appealing!

beth said...

i love how you see everything around you….and capture it perfectly!!!!

Donna Hopkins said...

Sarah, I love the picture of you and your friend - the very best! I've really come to appreciate those special friends - the ones who will pack up their boots and meet you for an adventure! The photo of the lone fisherman is stunning!

Sylvia said...

Great finds, Sarah, love your edits ... the weed in the snow, just gorgeous !
And what a lovely picture of you and your friend ... looks like you both had a wonderful time !
Have a nice Sunday,
Sylvia

Anonymous said...

I really enjoyed your post. What great finds and what a wonderful friend you have. You both look gorgeous! I loved all the photos!

Linda Vincent said...

I love your photos so much......very glad I found you on Instagram. And as Amy said...you always make winter look appealing! :-)