Tuesday, June 1, 2010

Watery Wednesday, Outdoor Wednesday / Bolsa Chica Wetlands Preserve, California USA

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This beautiful Snowy Egret was kissed with the magical light during the hour before sunset.

Bolsa Chica Wetlands Preserve, California USA



27 comments:

Pat Tillett said...

Although, I've driven and bicycled right by there a thousand times, I've never stopped at the preserves. I'm not sure why! anyway, beautiful pics...
we must live in the same general area.

Love your photos and blog...

Xavi said...

Looks like a beautiful and peaceful place.
Have a nice day Carolyn.

NatureFootstep said...

You are right, this is truly magical. It´s like taken from a faritale.

Tania said...

Great pictures. So wonderful and peaceful, jepp magical.
Have a nice evening:-)

Unknown said...

I love both shots! Very beautiful and tranquil!

Martha Z said...

I enjoy watching these birds, they watch so patiently for a meal to come by.

Jim said...

Those birds look majestic. So beautiful.
Sydney - City and Suburbs

nature ramblings said...

The light was just right to give the scenes a magical quality. Great photography!!! Thanks for sharing.

Carly said...

Beautiful pictures. They are amazing birds! Great to just watch!

Kala said...

These gorgeous images should be viewed large. Love the light!

eileeninmd said...

The egrets are beautiful birds and your scene is lovely. A beautiful capture!

Hootin Anni said...

Once again...simply gorgeous

Cai said...

Great photos, like the first one!
If your interested check out my newly opened photo challenge website which is abit different from the rest :)
www.weekdayphotos.com.
Its all about being creative and having fun.

Have a good one!

KMOYMAMA said...

I feel that success or failure of photos is greatly affected by sunlight. I think tht these are examples. I love them.

caite said...

I took some photos of egrets yesterday but have not posted them yet. good thing..I mine may suffer from comparison.

gengen said...

It is very pretty i like it. Happy watery Wednesday.

Blondie's Journal said...

Very pretty and peaceful!

xoox
Jane

LV said...

You caught this scene at the right time. Your pictures tell it all.

Anonymous said...

wow you really caught a magical moment here...your photos are fantastic.

Luzia said...

Wonderful magical szenes! Greetings from Luzia.

Joanne Olivieri said...

Just amazing. To capture the egret in flight is very special. It looks like an enchanting spot.

Suburban Girl said...

It does look so calm and peaceful. The bird, a perfect subject.

Unknown said...

magical indeed!

Nancy said...

A perfect picture!

Luckaa said...

It is fantastic!

Serline said...

Thanks for the reminder that the Golden State has so much more to offer beyond the cities and the beach...

Ann, Chen Jie Xue 陈洁雪 said...

How long were you waiting for these perfect shots?