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07-APR-2006

Bare Went Over The Mountain or Hidden Surprise

It was another beautiful Spring day in the mountains. We had three feet of fresh new snow. The sky was bright blue and the sun was beating down. Wanda felt too encumbered and wanted to be free of her clothes. Heck, who am I to complain?

The concept was Wanda's. She wanted a picture where you didn't see her in the thumbnail or the main image at first look; but, as you got closer and look more there she is. I think we accomplished what she wanted

I liked this one but it didn't accomplish what we wanted


This photo would have been the main image; but, I found the first image held a little more visual interest.



And something a little odd we saw on our way home



Canon EOS 20D ,Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L USM
1/200s f/10.0 at 28.0mm iso200 full exif

other sizes: small medium large original auto
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Guest 27-Sep-2006 21:21
One word! BRRRRRR

Penny :)
kej10-Apr-2006 14:50
Isn't she cold?
Guest 10-Apr-2006 11:23
Can't you just sent a hunter trying to tell his buddies what he saw in the woods this morning? "No joke... I'm not kidding you...REALLY.... " :-)))) Great picture (as always)
Bob Floyd10-Apr-2006 07:27
Awesome. I am reminded of the camouflage art of Bev Doolittle when I look at this. Great work and most daring. You two make a wonderful team. V.
Shayne09-Apr-2006 19:29
Great FUN Picture ~ fantastic work Bill ~GMV
Wm. Bates09-Apr-2006 14:24
Thank you, Bryan. Have fun exploring photography with your lovely wife.

It is such a great hobby to explore together ... even if it is just photographer and model. We're always bouncing ideas off each other. Wanda and I notice so much more of the world now because of photography. We look for photo opportunities. We pay attention, at a much higher level, to the world around us. And, we share it with each other and then with friends now made all over the world.

On this little natural snowshoeing trek Wanda stopped to marvel at a small aspen with leaves just beginning to bud ... today we're headed back ... I'm bring the macro lens.
Guest 09-Apr-2006 13:55
Yes, this image definately accomplished what you wanted. I had no idea on the thumbnail and had to do a double take upon clicking the image. Obviously, the B&W helped with that idea too. I have to hand it to you guys, you make awsome partners. It's hard to believe she's a grandmother. I am just getting into portrait photography with my wife too, but have a little ways to go. Thanks for the inspiration.
Scott 08-Apr-2006 21:10
Wanda's a gal after my wife's own heart. Have some shots we did in RockyNational Park of her hiking nude and she was that way for a 2 mile hike. We love your pic's. Keep up the good work.
Wolfgang Bluhm08-Apr-2006 17:49
When bare goes over the mountain
one wonders what one will see

The other side of bare Wanda
is all that one would see
John Lester08-Apr-2006 14:37
Oh, to have been a passing fox.
Wm. Bates08-Apr-2006 13:35
Dave, the temps in the shade were in the 40's and there was no wind. The bright sun beating down and reflecting off the snow really makes it feel warm. Toss in some hard exercise and you really do get hot. Wanda spent about an hour hiking naked and free for about an hour. She said it felt great.

Fully clothed in my light jacket shell, packing her clothing and the camera I was soaked with sweat.
Brian 08-Apr-2006 13:10
I've been viewing your pictures for over two years and am amazed at how adventureous Wanda has become. Your photos of Utah always leave me thinking it's got to be one of the most beautiful places on Earth, and your pictures of Wanda? Well I don't have to tell you how much they are enjoyed by all.
Jv 08-Apr-2006 12:03
Like I've stated a few times before (and thought it each time I viewed your pics) you are one lucky guy Bill! Envy the relationship and the adventurous outlook on life you two have...
Dave Callahan Photography08-Apr-2006 09:58
Love the black and white.And has Wanda ever tried ski jumping like this?lol What was the temp?