My roundup of 2012 was a fun challenge. Driving across country twice this year and hitting seven national parks provided a massive amount of subject matter. My favorites list, however, encompasses a diversity of subjects ranging from landscapes to portraits and urban scenes.
A photograph is a favorite for various reasons. For me, these shots evoke a warm memory, a special time shared with someone, a moment of tranquil beauty or an interesting composition that sparked my creativity.
Thanks again for taking the time to view my photography and for your support over this past year.
Happy New Year and all the best to you in 2013!
Please click on the photos for a slideshow with my narrative:
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- My Little Rowboat, Santa Barbara, CA
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- Falcon, Awendaw, SC
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- Soaring in Big Sur, CA
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- Sunset and Full Moon, Sedona
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- Sentinel’s Shadow, Monument Valley, UT
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- The Pit, Salt Lick, Austin, TX
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- Life Is Good!
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- Inner Workings, Golden Gate
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- Sunrise and Hoodoos, Bryce Canyon, UT
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- Golden Gate and Sails, San Francisco, CA
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- Rocks and Fog, Bodega Bay, CA
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- Crater Lake Blue, Oregon
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- Vast and Tiny, Grand Canyon
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- Hoodoos and Clouds, Bryce Canyon, UT
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- Friends, Charleston, SC
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- Day Is Done, Monument Valley, UT
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- Dreaming in the Trees, Utah
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- Winter Sky, Kiawah Island, SC
Jane Lurie Photography 
Success!!! I just “pressed” it instead of reblogging it!
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Thanks so much, Amanda!
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Thanks!
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Reblogged this on Surprising lives and commented:
I really hope that this amazing collection reblogs well. it deserves to be seen properly. Of course you must visit Jane’s blog for the real thing. lol
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Thanks for sharing this one, Amanda! 🙂
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You’re so right, no wonder they’re favourites, stunning.
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Thank you so much, Amanda. And, in replying to you, I had a chance to reminisce and look at them again. 😉 Your visits and comments are greatly appreciated.
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It’s good to reminisce about such lovely times.
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What a stunning collection. You do beautiful work.
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Hi Wabi Sabi- Thanks you very much!
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Love your little rowboat, stunning photo of the falcon, and I love that winter sky over SC.
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Thank you, Lynne. Rowboat will be in a local juried show in a couple of weeks which I’m excited about. And falcon and winter sky are among my favorites. Appreciate your comment!
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Good luck, Jane. Let us know how it does.
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Some breathtaking shots, esp. the cloud!
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Thank you, Amy! Appreciate it and glad you enjoyed them.
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Wow really fantastic set of images. Happy New Year.
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Thanks so much, Edith!
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If your goal was to make me want to travel – you succeeded! I am lucky to have seen every state pictured here, but not every site. So much more to see in this beautiful country! Thanks for sharing!
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Hi Adrian, Yes! That is one goal along with appreciating the beauty around us. Lucky you, to have been to so many incredible places around the world! Thank you so much for letting me know!xoxo
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You sure made 2012 look great!
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Thanks, Anne- so glad you enjoyed it!
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Great photos and travels as well! Cheers to more adventures this 2013!
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Hi Aian, Thanks! Appreciate your comment and for stopping by. All the best in 2013!
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Looks like a year well spent. Fabulous, especially the sunset.
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Thank you, Johanna. Looking forward to 2013. Glad you like the sunset!
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Just to remind you of your trip to the canyons. This is my amazing amateur photographer on the island. Happy New Year! A
Sent from my iPad
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Thank you, Ann! Happy New Year!
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Late Happy New Year Dear !!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 🙂
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Thank you, Fredy. You, too!
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Thank you, Sherry. Glad you enjoyed the photos and quotes. I thought your inspiration gallery was terrific!
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A wonderful year of terrific photos! Love the one in my backyard. Your photos make me appreciate what is right here. K
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Thank you, Kathleen! Appreciate all your support. Yes, we have a lot to love right around us!
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Wow, you have some incredible cloud, sky photos. Your pictures have me longing to travel out West . Happy trails in 2013.
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Thank you, Barbara! Here’s to an adventurous 2013!
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Nice. All our good wishes for a happy and healthy NY. Any chance for a Florida sighting?
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Thank you, Susan! And to you, too! Yes, will email you.
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what a journey…..great memories captured…what a special talent! Look forward to new adventures in 2013!
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Thanks, April! Appreciate you taking the journey with me. Here’s to a great 2013!
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Fantastic series Jane! Loved ’em!
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Thank you, Phil! Appreciate it.
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Still a sucker for the little rowboats :0) Well done!
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Thanks, T! Glad you like My Little Rowboat.
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These are all great. I don’t know how, out of the thousands of wonderful photos you take, you can make such a cut.
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Hi Jane, A challenging and fun way to reflect on a year of work. Of course, your gorgeous grandson is an easy addition! Thank you, as always, for your kind words and encouragement, friend.
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7 parks…you very lucky girl!! The only place you have mentioned that I have been fortunate enough to see is San Francisco. Which one was your favorite?
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Hi Laurie, I would have to say Bryce…truly incredible. Monument Valley is up there on the list (it is a tribal nation park) and of course, Grand Canyon is an experience that should not be missed! Thank you for asking and for stopping by. Happy New Year!
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thank you for replying. we are trying to make plans for 2013 and this will help in the direction.
Blessings,
laurie
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