“Across the Valley”
“Art is to console those who are broken by life.”
― Vincent van Gogh
I generally don’t post these ‘enhanced’ images, but enjoyed creating this one so much, I had to share it, hopefully it fulfills it’s intent to console somebody who needs a bit of brightness in their day.
The source image was made last week while hiking my brother in law’s woodlot near Bancroft, Ontario. It was a cool November morning as I crossed over a ridge to be greeted by this scene of wonder.
Through the deep green foliage of the resident hemlocks, the opposite ridge was alight with sunshine reflecting from fallen oak leaves, bathing the scene in the most beautiful warm glow.
While the original photo was nice, I was inspired to make it more ‘painterly’ by running it through my Topaz Impressions filter. As I become more adept at painting, I’m hoping to make a real painting of this in the near future. For now, it’s a inspiration to a possible future.
I also just realized this will be my 1,000th post. From something that started out as a place to collect my thoughts, it’s grown into an inspiration, and a way for me to carefully consider my art.
Thanks to those who have chosen to join me on the journey. Here’s to the next 1,000!
Ed Lehming Photography 
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This is priceless, Ed. I’m glad you published this image. This touched me very deeply. Thank you!
Thank you Amy.
You are very welcome!
The background hue is enchanting.
Thank you
Congratulations! I look forward to more of your wonderful posts and photography.
Thanks Belinda
Congratulations on your 1000th post, Ed! I thought it was a painting. Excellent job of editing!
Thank you Miriam
You’re welcome, Ed.
a joyful tapestry of colours and textures. Congrats!
Thank you
Congratulations on 1000 beautiful and inspiring posts.
Thanks for joining me on the journey
You’re very welcome 🙂
Really nice.
Thank you
1000 posts? Incredible! This is a beautiful photo. Reminds me of Emily Carr.
Thank you, that and 4 years of posting 🙂
Good on ya!
This works very well. What a creative way to bridge photography and painting.
Thank you