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Uploaded: 10/16/06 3:15 AM GMT
Pleasant Surprise
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I was exploring a cemetery when I came across this unique structure. I guess it's the caretaker's "shed." I was so fascinated by it. I love the touch of green and red leaves. Could I have gotten any luckier? Added 10/5/07: I recently found out that this structure is where they used to keep the deceased during the winter, because the ground was too hard to dig the grave - I'm assuming they don't still have to do that!?

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::phasmid
10/16/06 3:41 AM GMT
Wow .... and even the sun was providing you with the best light possible. I love this image and I can see exactly why you chose to grab it..good thing too :) The reds and greens are lovely, as you mentioned and the leaves strewn on the ground are all complimented by the green door. Makes me wonder why they decided to paint on that color ....at any rate, besides the excellent composition and clarity, I also noticed that the stones that make up this caretaker's shed have such deep, clear cut shadows that the depth of their recesses come alive. This is a wonderful capture.

:)PJ

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::cynlee
10/16/06 3:57 AM GMT
Such a lovely shot. The clarity, the colors, the lighting, all super!
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::Anita54
10/16/06 5:13 AM GMT
Stunning post with clarity, great color and composition. The lighting is amazing and you've captured wonderful textures and made this a most pleasing view. Excellent work.
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::snapdragonk
10/16/06 7:34 AM GMT
This is an incredibly unique little place. Wonderful colour and composition, well done.
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.jodie38mader
10/16/06 2:07 PM GMT
OOH - AWE! This is such a great shot. I am so glad you found this. Makes for a very intriging picture. Great colors and clarity. The lighting is just perfect. Thanks for sharing. Jodie
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.BarnArt
10/16/06 3:03 PM GMT
What they said!
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What ever happened to the good ol' days?
.MellodySmiles
10/16/06 8:53 PM GMT
Superb image Tracy! Onto my desktop it goes, excellent color, composition, and clarity. 10/10 Job well done!
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My visits will be infrequent this fall but my friends here at Caededs will not be far from my thoughts. Carrie
::muggsy
10/16/06 11:09 PM GMT
Don't know about you being able to get any luckier ... but I'm feeling pretty lucky running across this image. The subject is so ordinary but you're composition of this is extra-ordinary. Such a warm cozy and colorful presentation. I'm thinking this will do nicely among my favorites ... my thanks Tracey
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::HauntingMorgana
10/17/06 8:40 AM GMT
I absolutely love this photo. Just the right amount of lighting and color!

Michael.
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.ericdolphy
10/18/06 2:47 PM GMT
Beautiful shot.
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::wheedance
10/24/06 8:04 PM GMT
Where is this? Wow, what a find! Beautiful shot. Love it.
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::Terrydel
10/24/06 8:20 PM GMT
I love this kind of picture! It would make a great wall painting! You've done a remarkable job with the composition and the lighting. Color and clarity are perfect. I love all the textures and interesting detail. I could look at this all day! It deserves a 12 in the VB!
Terry
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.rolonmascara
10/25/06 2:01 AM GMT
Tracy - This shot has everything, sharp focus, composition, texture and color. It's a ten for sure and one of your best. Thanks for allowing us to view this perfect moment in time. -R
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::djholmes
10/27/06 1:05 AM GMT
This is fantastic. I saw it before but didn't have time to comment. Thanks for sharing this.
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.andersonphotos
10/27/06 3:16 PM GMT
This is a great find indeed! I really like all the warm colors surrounding the cool grey of the stones. Great job!
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.FriedaFelicia
10/30/06 4:13 PM GMT
This is indeed very pretty. Does not feel like a grave yard at all. So beautiful!
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::kwaters
11/08/06 8:32 PM GMT
Wow - I bet you just stopped in your tracks! I would love to see this picture as a jigsaw puzzle as well!!!!! You caught it very well - love the contrasting colors and textures.
Kat
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+ppigeon
11/09/06 10:49 AM GMT
A magic capture. I like it a lot :-)
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-Pierre-
.mrsbtu
11/20/06 1:10 AM GMT
Amazing that you stumbled upon this beautiful sight. The colors and lighting are excellent.
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darsel
12/26/06 3:55 AM GMT
this is beautiful
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.jesouris
12/28/06 9:52 AM GMT
wow, this is absolutely beautiful! very unique
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.wencele
12/30/06 8:03 PM GMT
Beautiful photo! Thanks for sharing :) God Bless
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LOVE WINS.
.snowdog
10/11/07 7:59 AM GMT
That is so pretty! :) Like dreamland...
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sailormars
02/18/08 10:34 PM GMT
that's almost unreal looking. wonderful shot!
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Constance52347
12/21/08 4:48 AM GMT
Looks like it's right out of a children's story book...
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johannaswolf
01/07/09 2:52 PM GMT
There is nothing even remotely that cool here - but I do know they do still have to store bodies when the ground is frozen!
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.HiSchmidtj
02/06/09 5:18 PM GMT
Wow I love this. It kind of reminds me of the houses in The Shire :) (yes, Lord of the Rings reference) hehe
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.pslm33
08/25/09 12:29 AM GMT
Man alive! What a great photo... i'm blown away. the colours are amazing, the light is great. thanx a stack for sharing this.
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.thebigleagues
09/12/09 5:31 PM GMT
very nice
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mr_clough
01/08/16 7:34 PM GMT
I would love to live there!
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funny the things that just pop up during adventures :)

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