"Photography helps people to see." ~ Berenice Abbott

Three’s A Charm

Threes catch my eye. I am drawn to the symmetry and composition of  subjects in threes. As I culled through my images, I realized that a red and green theme was developing — perfect for some holiday cheer! 

Three Bells and Me, Chiang Mai

Three Bells and Me, Chiang Mai


“I have just three things to teach: simplicity, patience, compassion. These three are your greatest treasures.” Lao Tzu

 

 

Three Friends, Bangkok

Three Friends, Bangkok

 

“Three things cannot be long hidden: the sun, the moon, and the truth” ~ Buddha

 

 

 

Window Seat, Bangkok

Window Seat, Bangkok

“There are three classes of people: those who see, those who see when they are shown and those who do not see.” ~ Leonardo da Vinci

 

 

 

Three Dancers, Dubrovnik, Croatia

Three Dancers, Dubrovnik, Croatia

“By three methods we may learn wisdom: First, by reflection, which is noblest; Second, by imitation, which is easiest; and third by experience, which is the bitterest.” ~ Confucius

 

Trees and Grasses, Patagonia

Standing Tall, Patagonia

“They say a person needs just three things to be truly happy in this world: someone to love, something to do, and something to hope for.” ~Tom Bodett

 

 

Estancia Roofs, Patagonia

Estancia Roofs, Patagonia

“When it comes to the future, there are three kinds of people: those who let it happen, those who make it happen, and those who wonder what happened.” John M. Richardson, Jr.

 

Red Orchids Three, Chiang Mai, Thailand

Red Orchids Three, Chiang Mai, Thailand

“In three words I can sum up everything I’ve learned about life: it goes on.” ~ Robert Frost

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23 Responses

  1. Nice! Love the bonsho!

    February 18, 2013 at 10:25 am

    • Thank you, Shannon, That little boy was so fascinated with the bells. Appreciate your comment.

      February 18, 2013 at 4:06 pm

  2. Fabulous post. Wonderful images and super inspiring quotes.

    January 2, 2013 at 11:04 am

  3. Threes are great – thanks for visiting!

    December 26, 2012 at 7:50 pm

    • Thank you, ideflex! Appreciate it!

      December 26, 2012 at 11:27 pm

  4. april kanew

    OK…this one was very touching…i especially LOVED “3 bells & me”…..also loved the words!! thank you always for sharing the light!!

    December 21, 2012 at 6:39 pm

    • April, I’ve loved this scene and thought it would be effective to leave his shorts red against the black and white. I’m glad it worked for you. Thanks so much for appreciating and glad you liked the quotes, too!

      December 21, 2012 at 9:31 pm

  5. Suzie

    It is wonderful to also see the world through a lens. I love it. Suzie

    December 21, 2012 at 1:26 pm

    • So glad you do, Suzie. Love your feedback, thank you!

      December 21, 2012 at 1:29 pm

  6. Mary Lynn

    As always, your pictures are wonderful. I especially loved the quotes – very thought provoking. Happy holidays!

    December 21, 2012 at 10:00 am

    • Mary Lynn- Thanks so much for your kind comments! Happy Holidays to you!

      December 21, 2012 at 1:30 pm

  7. Excellent and creative series Jane!

    December 21, 2012 at 8:13 am

    • Thanks, Phil. Glad you enjoyed it!

      December 21, 2012 at 8:21 am

  8. Linda Wyatt

    3′s the charm! On so clever! ! Loved
    It! merry Christmas

    December 21, 2012 at 7:36 am

    • Thank you, Linda. Merry Christmas to you all!

      December 21, 2012 at 8:20 am

  9. Jane Iwan

    Thought-provoking images and insightful quotes. Loved it.

    December 21, 2012 at 6:52 am

  10. Kathleen parramore

    Beautiful. I actually got that same shot of the bells. Estancia roofs are my favorite. K

    December 21, 2012 at 6:35 am

    • Hi Kath- You’re so lucky that you were just in Chiang Mai. Thanks so much!

      December 21, 2012 at 7:16 am

  11. Jeannie

    Love these! The quotes are powerful !

    December 20, 2012 at 11:17 pm

    • Hi Jeannie, Glad you enjoyed them. Quotes with three thoughts flow well, don’t they? Thank you for appreciating!

      December 20, 2012 at 11:20 pm

  12. Lovely images and lovely quotes. well done!

    December 20, 2012 at 11:09 pm

    • Hi T, Thank you! I enjoyed putting it together.

      December 20, 2012 at 11:11 pm

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