On the 7th anniversary of Jane’s Lens, I am grateful to my family, friends and the blogging community for your continuing support of my work. Your response to my images is encouraging and I appreciate the inspiration from other photographers around the world.
A special thanks to my husband, Bob, whose enthusiasm and keen eye has fortified me. We sure have fun together.
I hope you enjoy my collection of this year’s favorites.
Wishing you all a terrific 2019 filled with happiness, inspiration, kindness and hope.
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A 4AM alarm was fine with me in order to see the phenomenon of the Super Blue Blood Moon and Lunar Eclipse. It was exciting to photograph the changing color and light of the night sky with the grand finale of the eclipsed moon setting behind the Golden Gate.
Nikon D800, Nikon 70-200mm f/2.8 lens, 0.4 sec @ f/20, -2/3EV, ISO 80. Feisol Tripod. Processed in LR Classic CC.
Goodnight Moon
A welcome rain hit San Francisco in February and I thank my husband for urging me to get out of the car and walk to the water by the bridge. Luckily, I had my umbrella balanced on my head and camera in hand when this man suddenly appeared and ducked into the cafe. It was the only shot I made. Phew.
Fujifilm X-T2, Fujinon 35mm f/2 lens, 1/500 sec @ f/7.1. ISO 400. LR Classic CC.
A Hard Rain
One of our favorite day trips is to Point Reyes National Seashore. The autumn colors in the succulents lining the shore were dazzling. Fortuitously, a women in her VW Bug rolled up and capped the day with a quintessentially California moment. Within minutes, the fog rolled in and obscured the entire scene.
Fujifilm X-T2, Fujinon 90mm f/2 lens, 1/2000 sec @ f/4.0, ISO 400. Processed in LR Classic CC.
California Living
I had to laugh when I saw “life imitating art” at the David Hockney exhibit at LACMA.
Fujifilm X-T2, Fujinon 18-55mm f/2.8 lens, 1/15 sec @ f/8.0, ISO 800. LR Classic CC.
Sitting with Hockney
Speaking of moments that made me smile, while waiting for my train in Tokyo this Japanese cleaning crew gave me a photographic gift. It reminds me of a Wes Anderson movie.
Fujifilm X-T2, Fujinon 18-55mm f/2.8 lens, 1/80 sec @ f/4.5. ISO 400. LR Classic CC.
The Crew
Hudson River Park is a favorite spot to get some exercise and photos when we’re in NYC. I’m a fan of backlit subjects and silhouettes and this scene in the midst of the busy city was a perfect greeting.
Fujifilm X-T2, Fujinon 18-55mm f/2.8 lens, 1/1000 sec @ f/7.1, ISO 200. Processed in LR Classic CC and Nik Silver Efex Pro II.
Hudson Afternoon
Big Sur is a photographic playground. The light and colors this evening were extraordinary as the sun set and the moon rose over the pines.
Fujifilm X-T2, Fujinon 35mm f/2 lens, 1/160 sec @ f/10. ISO 320. Feisol Tripod. LR Classic CC.
Goodnight Big Sur
I am compelled to document this iconic old fishing boat since it has almost met its match with the weather. She’s hanging in there and deserves a nice portrait.
Fujifilm X-T2, Fujinon 18-55mm f/2.8 lens, 1/160 sec @ f/16, ISO 200. Processed in LR Classic CC and Nik Silver Efex Pro II.
The Point Reyes
I’m working on a series of rainy window shots from my apartment and this little red car wins.
Fujifilm X-T2, Fujinon 90mm f/2 lens, 1/80 sec @ f/16, ISO 800. Processed in LR Classic CC.
Red Car
This image, for me, captures the feel of San Francisco at night. I am fascinated by the variety of buildings – classic Victorian to modern apartments – and the geometry of the lighted windows nestled in the steep hillsides of the city.
Nikon D800, Nikon 70-200mm f/2.8 lens, 30.0 sec @ f/10, ISO 320. Feisol Tripod. Processed in LR Classic CC.
Night Life
I chose this close-up for the memory as much as the result. The meditative feeling I had while making the photograph is indelible – it was just me, the subject and the creative process.
Fujifilm X-T2, Fujinon 35mm f/2 lens, 1/500 sec @ f/4.0, ISO 400. Processed in LR Classic CC.
Open
Sonoma vineyards in autumn. Delicious.
Fujifilm X-T2, Fujinon 90mm f/2 lens, 1/1000 sec @ f/2.8, ISO 200. Processed in LR Classic CC.
On the Vine
Yosemite National Park is a favorite destination and this shot tells a story of experiencing nature at its finest.
Fujifilm X-T2, Fujinon 18-55mm f/2.8 lens, 1/160 sec @ f/22, ISO 800. Processed in LR Classic CC.
Morning Hikers, Yosemite
The Ginza neighborhood in Tokyo is best seen at night. It is a swirl of reflections and light.
Fujifilm X-T2, Fujinon 18-55mm f/2.8 lens, 1/60 sec @ f/4.0, ISO 800. Processed in LR Classic CC.
Taxi Stand, Tokyo
I’ll follow my granddaughter anywhere. Santa Monica, CA.
iPhoneX, 1/2400 sec @ f/1.8 ISO 20
Imogen Seizes the Day
“To laugh often and much; to win the respect of intelligent people and the affection of children; to earn the appreciation of honest critics and to endure the betrayal of false friends. To appreciate beauty; to find the best in others; to leave the world a bit better whether by a healthy child, a garden patch, or a redeemed social condition; to know that even one life has breathed easier because you have lived. This is to have succeeded.”
~ Ralph Waldo Emerson
Thanks so much for viewing my images. I wish you a creative and inspiring new year.
Fujifilm X-T2, Fujinon 90mm f/2 lens, 1/160 sec @ f/3.2, ISO 200. Processed in LR Classic CC.
Day Is Done
Jane Lurie Photography 
These are really awesome shots Jane. Great work.
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Thanks so much, Rob. Happy you enjoyed them. 😊
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Amazing photos!!
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Thanks very much, Andrew. I really appreciate you stopping by. 🤗
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Wow these are amazing! Did you go to colllage for photography or is it just your own experience that is striking me right now?
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Thank you very much, Grace. I studied education in college but have been passionate about photography since I was a teenager. I have taken many photography courses over the years and I practice a lot. 🙂 I appreciate your visit to my blog.
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Okay, cool! I was just wondering, as there is a lot of freelancer photographers (like me). Your comment, and pictures, are incoraging to me as I am extremely into photography and would like to make it my life pursue.
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Good for you, Grace! I wish you luck. I try to practice the art of seeing everyday. Keep looking and keep shooting. There is so much to learn. 🌈
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Thank you so much. Your words mean a lot to me! Yes, we just have to have our eyes open enough to see all God has created here and capture it. 🙂
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Great collection!
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Thanks very much, Graham! 😊
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I really enjoyed your favorites, because they’re showing us the diversity of our beautiful world in a special and inspiring way! Hope you have this year also many opportunities to photograph… I am looking forward to it 😊 Simone
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Hi Simone, Thank you for looking at my review and I’m so glad you enjoyed it. It is fun to look back, I guess then we look forward. I really appreciate your visit and I hope you are having a wonderful start to the new year. 😄
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Thank you so much!
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A great year Jane! 😊
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Thanks, C.S. It was pretty, pretty good. Appreciate you taking a peek. 🙂
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Stunning , fun, moody, you get the picture …a potpourri of fabulousness !
I recall enjoying all these throughout the year – except one i must have missed. Fun to see them again. …& appreciate the info you added accompanying each one.
I just don’t know how you decide- Your 5star filing system must be bursting !
Thanks for sharing. Love the quote & intro too. Sweet .
DS
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Hi Diane, You are so supportive, thank you very much! It means a lot to me that you remember and I really appreciate you letting me know. I hope you are doing well and having a great start to your year! Miss seeing you.
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Thank you for sharing. 🙂
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Ohh, Jane, these are spectacular! I won’t even attempt to choose the favourite since this is such a nicely balanced selection. I like it how you include luck as an element. But most of all I’m surprised by the granddaughter because you give out the air of say 40 tops. 🙂 Enough for grandkids, I suppose. 😉 I wish you another most excellent year! And I love the quote too. Not a bad way to live.
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Hi Manja, Thank you so much for your enthusiastic reaction to these. Means a lot. (Especially that you think I am young! 😃)Glad you enjoyed the diversity of images and my favorite Emerson quote… I like to revisit it at the start of each year. Wishing you a fantastic 2019 filled with inspiration and fun adventures!
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Jane, somehow I had missed this post… and am glad I found it today… As always, your work is inspirational – and your quotes do the same! The Emerson that you included here is wonderful. Most of the photos I remember seeing – which means they were worth of being remembered! And the comments for each are appreciated…
Happy 2019 to you! Best wishes for more Light to follow!
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Hi Larry, How nice to read your reaction and that you remember the images. Thank you so much. The Emerson quote is a longtime favorite and a good reminder at the start of the year. Appreciate you viewing my work and I wish you a fruitful and inspiring 2019, too! 🙂
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Great photos! They really reminded me of our trip to California a few years ago and also the trip to Tokyo that we can’t wait to take!
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All spectacular!
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Thanks very much, AppreciateLife. 😊
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Great set, Jane.
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Thanks so much, Rabirius. Happy 2019. 🌈
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Classy photography..Just loved the pics!!
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Thanks so much, Shantakumari. Happy you enjoyed them and I appreciate your visit. 😊
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Fantastic photos!
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Thanks very much, Nancy. Happy you stopped by and glad you enjoyed them. Happy new year!
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I just hiked with Ingrid and chatted to her about how much I enjoyed your photography!
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How nice! Thanks!
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Spectacular photos!
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Thanks so much, WD. I’m pleased you enjoyed my review. Wishing you a terrific new year! 🌈
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You doin really good Jane very amazing captured collection I found here, Wow Love the Pixel very clear Thank you for sharing 🙂
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Thanks so much, Jake. That means a lot. Hope you have an inspiring new year. 🙂
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Likewise my friend Jane 🙂
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You are a stunning Photographer..Amazing pics.
Do check my blogs on https://mesmotsbysazz.com/
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Thank you so much, Sajal. I appreciate your visit and wish you a fantastic new year.
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Wish you the same. Do check my blogs on https://mesmotsbysazz.com
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Excellent year for you 🙂
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Thanks so much, Joshi. Wishing you a creative and fruitful year ahead. Looking forward to more of your stunning work.
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Wow! You always put so much heart and soul into your images, captions and comments Jane! Since I like humour – The shot of Sitting with Hockney is fantastic! – as well as The Crew! For colour burst, my vote goes to On the Vine. California Living is a wonderful nostalgic shot – the hippy beeetle amidst all the flowers. I love The Point Reyes monochrome – so rich! And of course – the dearest to you is Imogen! (Did I ask you before if she was named after Imogen Cunningham?)
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Hi Michael, Thank you! I really appreciate your thoughts on these favorites. Happy you enjoyed them. Our granddaughter isn’t named specifically for Cunningham but she has always been a favorite for me so it’s a special connection. Wishing you a fantastic 2019!
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What a wonderful and varied retrospective of the past year! I look forward to more in 2019.
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Thank you, Belinda. Happy you enjoyed these and I wish you a wonderful year ahead filled with beautiful moments with your camera.
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Thank you Jane. To you as well.
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My favorite part might be, “We sure have fun together.” 🙂 That being said, what a perfect quote, and I like your brief explanations – they really add to the whole.
The old boat, Point Reyes, is a beautifully finished piece of work, and I love the rainy window view below that one for its liveliness. The B&W flower does convey the feeling you describe, and having felt that more than once, I appreciate that image so much. Then there’s Imogen – YES! I would follow her anywhere, too.
Congratulations on 7 years! 2018 was filled with good times and great images, that’s clear. Warm wishes for another year of spreading easy breath and good cheer, Jane.
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Hi Lynn, You sure picked up on some of my favorite things. Thank you so much for taking the time to view and comment. I really appreciate your thoughts. I am grateful for our blogging conversations and creative sharing. Wishing you moments of inspiration and beauty in 2019 and I am looking forward to what you find with your lens. Happy shooting. 🌈
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Beautyful Review of 2018.
Hudson Afternoon is my favourite.
Best wishes for 2019
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Hi Detlef, I’m so glad you enjoyed these, especially Hudson Afternoon- thank you very much. Wishing you a wonderful and inspiring new year.
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Hi Jane,
April shared this with me. These are among the most interesting photographs I’ve ever seen. They are all so different in mood and subject and each one has it’s own story to tell.
We miss you guys on Kiawah!
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Hi Gary, Great to hear from you. I’m happy you enjoyed my review and coming from your storytelling eye, that means so much to me. Thank you very much. We miss you greatly – hoping we can arrange a reunion soon. Wishing you and April a fantastic 2019. 🌟
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Wow I am utterly speechless Jane. These images are so incredibly spectacular!!! If only I could ever create anything like it! Photography is a gift, a talent and is tough. Your photos are so inspiring. Thanks for sharing and Happy Happy New Year!
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Hi Nicole, You are so kind, thank you very much. Glad you enjoyed my review. You are a wonderful photographer and I can’t wait to see where your adventures and camera lead you this year. Wishing you all the best in your work and family endeavors!
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Thank you so much, Jane for letting us review your favorites! A beautiful selections for 2018. I also remember many other great photos of yours.
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Thanks so much, Amy. A fun (and important) exercise to go through each year. Happy you enjoyed and also remember some of my shots- what a great compliment. Wishing you many memorable shots in 2019! 🌈
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Hi, Jane. What a glorious, light-filled and inspiring gallery of shots and memories. A lovely tribute to your husband as well. All the best to you in 2019. Keep following that adorable granddaughter as she explores the world!
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Thank you, Patti. So glad you enjoyed my review. My favorites could have easily been all of Imogen. 😍 appreciate the warm wishes and I hope you have many happy times in 2019.
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Of your 2018 favorites, I must say your nightscape of SF (“Night Life”) is one of your best and one I like very much. It’s a gorgeous canvas of life in the big city. Was it taken through a very clean window or from the roof?
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Hi David, Thank you very much. That was a beautiful moment for me and I’m so glad you like it. I shot this on through an open window on a tripod. 🙂 Wishing you a fantastic 2019 filled with inspiration. Looking forward to seeing where your lens takes you.
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absolutely BRILLIANT Jane!!! JUST WOW!! I consider myself lucky to be a recipient of your great talent!! Thank U for the wonderful moments!! happy new year to u two!!
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Hi April, Thank you my dear friend. You have stuck with me since my very first year of blogging and it means so much to me. Your support and friendship is appreciated and I just wish we lived closer together. Wishing you and Gary and fantastic 2019….hoping our paths cross. 🌈
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It must have been difficult choosing those few favourites. My goodness – Imogen has gotten so big.
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Hi Lisa, Aw, thank you so much. I’m amazed when I look back on Imogen photos how quickly kids change. She’s a delight for us. 🙂 Wishing you happiness and fulfillment in 2019!
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Gorgeous photos, Jane. I think my favorites are Goodnight Moon and Red Car, and of course, your little granddaughter! Your work always reminds me of how lucky we are to live in this beautiful corner of the world.
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Thanks so much, Susan, for enjoying my review. I figured my favorites had to be some photos other than my granddaughter. 🤣 Wishing you an inspiring and creative new year and I’m looking forward to seeing what you’ll be working on.
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as always..I enjoy your work! Wish you would do a book…I would be your first customer!
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Hi Ann Marie, That’s so nice! I enjoy doing books but only for family and friends at this point…maybe this year! I really appreciate your visit and happy you enjoyed my review. Thank you very much and wishing you a fantastic new year.
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Well, hopefully, someday you will share your gift with the world. I hope you have a wonderful new year as well…and keep shooting! ❤
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Jane!! Your photography is outstanding!! WOW! And your lenses have me drooling! F2’s and F2.8’s! I KNOW how expensive those are! How talented you are in so many ways not only on the field but in the editing room. Loved each and every image!! I’ve been here quite a long time just soaking the Beauty I’ve seen with your photography. Thank you so much for sharing this part of you with us. In so many ways you are doing exactly what I dream of doing …. someday! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
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Thank you, Amy Rose. I really appreciate your enthusiastic response and taking the time to let me know. Yes, those lenses are fun to work with and lately, most of the time, I just do some light editing in LR. You do beautiful work and I look forward to seeing where your lenses take you in the new year!
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Amazing. Happy new year!
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Thanks so much, Sartenada. A very happy new year to you, too. 🌈
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Standing O up here 👏👏👏
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Thanks so much, Andrew! 🙂 I just found your sweet comment in my spam folder. Sorry for the late reply! Glad you enjoyed my review.
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Come and enjoy Jane’s beautiful photo gallery – FAVORITES OF 2018
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Thanks for sharing, Chuck!
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Always love sharing great posts with followers!! My pleasure!
xoxoxo
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Simply Fantastic!!!! Bellissimo, Jane, Bellissimo!
xoxoxo
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Thank you so much, Chuck! Wishing you a fabulous and creative 2019. I really appreciate all your support. 🙂
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What a wonderful collection and way to end one year and start another … best wishes in 2019!
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Thank you, Denise. As you know, it’s a good exercise to review that year (also, it helps us remember!). I’m glad you enjoyed this review. I am looking forward to seeing your terrific work in 2019– wishing you many happy creative moments in the new year.
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Happy New Year and Happy Blogoversary Jane. These are great shots. Hard Rain is one of my favorites of yours. I hope you have a wonderful year and it there are many more great photo ops to come!!
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Hi Mike, Thank you– that means a lot. Appreciate your support and I am looking forward to your posts in the new year. Hope you have inspiring adventures in 2019. 🙂
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Wow. Stunning images. And it seems with some of them serendipity matched preparation.
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Thanks very much, Khürt. Luck certainly is a factor, as Cartier-Bresson says. Appreciate you stopping by and wish you a wonderful 2019.
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Great images. We’re going to California and are having trouble deciding whether to go south or north of SF….your photos of Big Sur and Point Reyes haven’t helped one bit 😂😂😂. Best wishes for 2019!
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Hi Andy, Ha! Thank you– then my job is done. 🤣You’ll need to do both! You can’t go wrong with either but I’d have to vote for that drive to Big Sur. It is amazing. All the best in 2019!
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2018 was a very good year for your love of photography. These are so beautiful, Jane. Thanks for sharing them at the same time. It is a shower of inspiration and a reminder of why we love to live in the Bay Area.
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Thank you very much, Allan. I have enjoyed our blogging friendship and mutual appreciation of the beauty of the bay area (especially our GG). Looking forward to your creative posts and wishing you a fantastic new year.
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Thanks, Jane. It will be fun to see where our photography takes us this year.
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Jane: as usual the images are great. All are evocative, some for technical reasons, some for artistic impact. Hard to decide my favorite, but I do like the one of your granddaughter. Have a wonderful 2019, and hope to see you.
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Thanks so much, Jack. I really appreciate your encouragement and have enjoyed our discussions and collaboration over the years. Looking forward to more of your gorgeous nature photos in the new year. Wishing you and Katie a terrific 2019!
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They are all really nice, Jane. Happy photo anniversary….I particularly liked the red car…
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Hi Lee Anne, Thanks so much! I appreciate your support. Wishing you a wonderful 2019! 🌈
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“Sitting with Hockney” and “California Living” are my two favorite of these, but you had a fabulous photography year.
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Thank you, Amy. Your encouragement is much appreciated. I’ve enjoyed your posts and I wish you a wonderfully creative new year. 🙂
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Thanks very much!
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stunning and beautiful collection of joy and classical…
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Thanks very much, Mihran. So glad you enjoyed these. Wishing you a wonderful new year.
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Love, love these!
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Thank you, Sue! Hope all is well- I miss you. All the best in the new year.
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A wonderful and varied selection – I particularly liked the beetle, and the old fishing boat. Thank you!
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Thanks so much, PC. I really appreciate your support. You like retro things, like me. 🙂 Wishing you a creative and inspiring new year!
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My first car was a 1973 Beetle – no modifications, bright blue, would rattle and shake at speeds below 50mph, but settled down above 50. Completely unreliable, but I miss it!
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What a great memory, PC! They are classics. 🙂
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stunning, Jane! I’m now both inspired and motivated to go out and tackle 2019. Keep up the memorable and creative work!
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Thank you, friend! Here’s to a terrific 2019. 🌈
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Beautiful images! Looks like 2018 has been amazing! I look forward to seeing more in 2019 🙂
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Thank you so much, John. It was a pretty good year. 🙂 Glad you enjoyed and I wish you a wonderful 2019. 🌈
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Love your photos, Laurie. Cheers to more fabulous photos. Happy blogging anniversary.
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Thanks so much, Imelda. Wishing you a fabulously creative year ahead! 🙂
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Your 2018 favorites are wonderful images.
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Thanks again, Bruce. 🙂
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I have enjoyed your blog for as long as I have been following it. Your work is beautiful, informative and sets a very high standard for the rest of us photographers. Keep tip the inspirational work.
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You are so kind to say, Bruce. I really appreciate it, thanks very much. I have enjoyed your work, too. Wishing you an inspiring new year for your lens. 🙂
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Great images Jane, but it’s the street photography/candid portrait ones that stand out for me……you really do have a great eye for those – Hard Rain, Sitting with Hockney, The Crew for example
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Hi Mark, Your comment means a lot– thanks very much. I find that I really love observing people in various situations– although I don’t often think of myself as a street photographer, I find those images to be the most rewarding (I do love being stealthy). I really appreciate your thoughts and I wish you a creative and adventurous new year.
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All just stunning! Liked the inclusion of specs. The Emerson quote should be on everyone’s refrigerator.
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Thanks very much, Kathy! Glad you also enjoyed the narrative/specs and my favorite quote…I agree about that! Wishing you an inspiring and creative 2019 and looking forward to seeing more of your beautiful work.
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Fabulous shots. You need your own gallery!
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Thank you, Dor. That’s very kind of you to say. Wishing you a fantastic 2019 full of inspiring adventures. 🌈
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Wonderful end of the year portfolio. Good job! Reminds me of my favorite quote by Edward Steichen: “Photography is a major force in explaining man to man.”
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Thank you, Frank. Glad you like these. That quote has a similar message to Berenice’s. Wishing you a terrific new year.
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Stunning photos, Jane.
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Thanks so much, Maralee. Wishing you a terrific new year. 🌈
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They’re incredible collection. And happy New Year..
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Thanks very much, Nurul. Happy you enjoyed this. Best wishes for a wonderful 2019.
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What an amazing collection, dear Jane! I can’t decide which one is best – they are all wonderful! The bettle with the surfboard is great!
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beetle, I mean 😉
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Thank you, Petra. That Beetle was a gift. 🙂 Glad you enjoyed and I wish you a marvelous 2019. 🌈
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Beautiful as always 🙂
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Thank you, as always, Barbara and Jakub. Looking forward to your adventures in 2019. Enjoy every moment!
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Wonderful collection, a nice way to start my day. Thank you.
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+1 . Very nice!
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Thanks very much, YC. Happy new year to you!
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Thanks so much, Ted. Happy new year to you and yours. 🙂
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Just extraordinary, Jane.
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Thank you so much, Sarah. Glad you like my review…good to reflect. Wishing you a wonderful 2019. xo
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Some great images, Jane! Love that VW Beetle, and sitting with Hockney was well observed!
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Thanks so much, Sue. Happy you enjoyed my review. All the best to you in the new year!
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Thanks, Jane – here’s to a creative 2019!
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Beauty to warm any soul.
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Thank you so much, Paula. I really appreciate your warm words and encouragement. I love your work and look forward to seeing what you create this year.
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Always say it but these are stunning, have another good one in 19 Jane!
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Thanks so much, Brian. All the best to you and looking forward to seeing where your lens takes you!
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So nice to see these shots again,you have a wonderful varied catalogue of images; each and every one a stunner. I look forward to 2019 with you.
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Thank you, Jude. I really appreciate your encouragement. It’s a fun (and challenging) exercise to look back over the year’s work. Wishing you a creative and adventurous new year. 🙂
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So much variety, and so much beauty, Jane! I was smiling and then gasping in awe at some of your shots. 🙂 🙂 Wishing you another fulfilling, happy year!
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Hi Jo, That’s so nice to read. Thanks very much. I wish you a terrific year filled with fun adventures. 🙂
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You are such an amazing photographer. This collection shows such diversity in your images! I love the mini stories you have told so that we get a sense of the magical moment.
I am a huge Hockney fan and really enjoyed that one!
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Hi Ali, Thank you so much. I enjoy looking back on the year– helps gain insights about the work and also helps me remember what I did! 😃 Glad you enjoyed the commentary and the Hockney — that moment really cracked me up. Wishing you a terrific 2019 and I look forward to seeing where your camera takes you.
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I so absolutely adore your photos, Jane!
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Loved each and every one, as well as your thoughts. So glad I stumbled upon this tonight. Beautiful images that inspire…Thanks for sharing.
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Thank you, Heather. I’m happy you’re inspired. I think it’s important to reflect and then dive into the new year. Wishing you and your family a fantastic 2019. 🌈
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Thanks! A fantastic 2019 to you and yours as well.
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Happy 7th. You hardly seem old enough to have a granddaughter.
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Thanks very much, Steve. There are a few miracles left in this world. 😉Wishing you a fantastic 2019.
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Jane, a splendid grouping of eclectic images. I’m still most fond of The Hard Rain. It really speaks to the moment. Second would be Hudson Afternoon. The simplicity of this silhouetted photograph with its foreground of the person lying on the park benches, the mid-ground of the city and the beauty of the God’s light bursting out of those dramatic clouds is my second choice. However, it does rival The Hard Rain.
Happy New Year! May 2019 be another successful year for you.
Tim
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Hi Tim, How lovely of you to take a moment to let me know your reaction to these – I remember your nice comment about Hard Rain when I first published it. Thank you so much for your encouragement. I’ve really enjoyed your work over the years and look forward to where your lens takes you in 2019. Much happiness in the new year to you and yours.
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Thank you and you’re most welcome. Maybe in 2019 our paths will cross.
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You’re certainly an inspiration. So wonderful to revisit some of my favorites in this collection as well as those I hadn’t seen previously. To me, Night Life captures the quintessential feel of San Francisco with all the buildings jostling for a better view. The shot of Imogen is beyond precious!
Wishing you and Bob another amazing year and looking forward to more of your beautiful images.
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Hi Gunta, Your response warms my heart. Thank you so much. So nice to be in your blogging sphere– I really enjoy your work and adventures, too. Wishing you a wonderful 2019!
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,love them all but especially the VW bug photo!
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Thank you so much, Jeannie. Glad you enjoyed– especially that CA moment. Happy New Year!
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Congratulations on the anniversary, Jane! Looking back at your beautiful images of the previous year has my mouth watering at the beauty you’ll be sharing with us in the year ahead. May 2019 be kind to you and your loved ones!
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Thank you so much, Dries. Happy you enjoyed my look back and I appreciate your support. Wishing you and your family a fantastic year ahead filled with more of your beautiful nature photography and adventures!
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Thanks very much, Jane!
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Happy Blog-a-versary Jane. Beautiful selection. Especially liked the SF night scene.
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Thanks, Tina. It was a busy and fruitful year. Happy you enjoyed them. Wishing you a great year ahead full of inspiration and new work.
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Beautiful images Jane! I can see why these were your favorites.
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Hi Michael, Thanks so much! It’s a valuable exercise, I think, each year. Plus, it helps me remember where I’ve been. 🙂 I have enjoyed your work as well, and wish you a wonderful 2019.
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You’re most welcome. I agree it’s good to look back and see how you have progressed as a photographer. I always enjoy looking at your pictures and I’m going to try and be more active in the blogosphere this year! Cheers to an exciting 2019 for you!
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Stunning images
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Thanks so much, Paulie. I’m happy you stopped by. Happy new year. 🙂
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This is a great set of pictures. Most of them I’ve admired before and it is a much appreciated reunion.
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Thank you so much, Peter. What a nice compliment. Wishing you a wonderful and inspiring 2019. 🙂
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Happy birthday to your sit. Incredible collection of your favorites.
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Thank you very much, Elliot. Happy you enjoyed my review. I’ve enjoyed your posts and wish you a fruitful new year filled with inspiration!
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Oh what a magnificent collection! Every photo a gem.
Happy New Year Jane. May 2019 be all you could wish for.
Alison
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Thank you, Alison. Happy you enjoyed my review. Wishing you and Don a fantastic 2019 that’s full of inspiration and great photography adventures.
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So many truly wonderful shots, but I keep coming back to the attendant at the Hockney exhibition. The composition is fantastic.
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Hi Su Leslie, So glad you like the collection and that one in particular. Images that make me laugh…the gallery perspective made it quite a challenge to get it right. Thanks so much and wishing you a fabulous 2019.
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hi jane, a wonderful and interesting review of year 2018.
regards robert
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Hello Robert, Happy you enjoyed my review. Thank you for all your support and for sharing your work, too. All the best in 2019. 🙂
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Jane, this is such a lovely collection of your amazing images of 2018. I always admire your inspirational work. Wish you a most creative year of 2019
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Thank you so much, Cornelia. I always appreciate your kind encouragement and admire the work that you do, too. I hope your new year is filled with inspiration and happiness.
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