Digital, 2022.
One of the last days of winter before spring! There were flurries, clouds, and a little bit of sun. I took advantage of the sun being behind the icicles as the sunlight lit them up beautifully.
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Digital, 2022.
Swans frolicking in the winter sun by Lake Ontario. The last image is my favourite in this set. The translucency in the swan’s wings is so beautiful and elegant.
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Digital, 2022.
I’ve found a new appreciation for swans in the past few weeks. These guys seem socialized and from my experience, are friendly towards humans. I’ve spent time just sitting by them and observing while they either stand or sit around me. We’ve fed them quite a few times at this point, so I hope they’ve realized we aren’t a threat. It’s always so relaxing to just sit and listen while they honk at each other.
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Digital, 2022.
Swans and mallard ducks frolicking together in Lake Ontario on a cloudy, winter afternoon.
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Digital, 2022.
Mallard ducks and swans enjoying a sunny, winter day out by Lake Ontario.
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Digital, 2022.
Mallard ducks and swans enjoying a sunny, winter day out by Lake Ontario.
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Digital, 2022.
A lone swan stands on a frozen Lake Ontario during golden hour in winter.
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Digital, 2022.
Swans greet each other and look for food on a frozen Lake Ontario during a sunny, winter afternoon.
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Digital, 2022.
Three mallard ducks looking for food on a frozen Lake Ontario.
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Digital, 2022.
A collection of some of my favourite images from this winter season. The lake was partially frozen which gave the illusion that the swans were walking on water. I was also happy with the branches in the scene as I could use them to naturally frame the photos.
I consider these photos another example of being at the right place at the right time. For example, I thought the swans looked like they were dancing in the third image. And in the fourth, I was really pleased with the way the branches perfectly framed not only the swans approaching the viewer but the ones in the background, as well. This wintery landscape didn’t last long either, so I’m glad I took these photos when I did.
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