Although it was our last session together, the full moon hid from me. It danced among the snow but wouldn’t sit still long enough to capture it. I looked for light and cold instead. Winter held within a single frame. Tell me, can you feel it?
Moon rises fair and fleece.
Dark crow upon the fence outside.
Night thought, like snow concealed.
—Neil Reid
I had high hopes and big plans for this final photo shoot, but the weather did not cooperate. I went out three different times but clouds and rain made it quite difficult. All the same, I hope you enjoyed this last installment and all 12 months of full moon photos. I learned a lot this year! Stay tuned for some big announcements in the coming weeks. I’ve got ideas for a new project and I’m still working on publishing my short story collection.
As always, all photos were taken by me with an Olympus OM-D and edited with ON1 Photo RAW. Let me know if you have a favorite and have a wonderful week.
- January: Wolf Moon
- February: Snow Moon/Hunger Moon
- March: Worm Moon
- April: Pink Moon
- May: Flower Moon
- June: Strawberry Moon
- July: Buck Moon
- August: Blue Moon
- September: Harvest Moon
- October: Hunter’s Moon
- November: Beaver Moon
One final note. For those who knew Neil Reid, I’m sad to say he passed away earlier this month. I wrote a tribute to him on his blog today, but I wanted to honor him here too. I will miss his comments, letters, and beautiful poetry. He taught me a poem is a poem if you say it is and to love B I G. I will miss him.
Great pictures, Bridgette. What is your theme next year?
Thank you, Michael. I’m going to focus on something I’m very terrible at…photographing people. It will be portraits of strong women I know and admire. I’m terrified to do it, but also excited. Just bought new editing software.
I’m excited to see what you show us next. I wonder — will you go for the candid shots or the unapologetic shots? Hmm.
I’m hoping to capture their essence. Like some kind of pure, beautiful glimpse into their soul. Too much pressure??
You’d probably have to catch them unaware for that. You can do that.
Rooting for you! W00t!
Lovely photos, Bridgette! Well don. I’m sorry about your friend. 🙏🏻
Thank you so much, John. Not sure if you ever read his blog, but he was a brilliant poet. I will miss him very much.
Aw, hugs for you. ❤️
I enjoyed the winter photos. It’s all beautiful. Keep capturing, bridgette
You are so kind, Hazel. Thank you.
You’re most welcome, Bridgette. Happy Sunday! Stay blessed!
Charming Neil’s kitties.! Fantastic all photos. Congratulations for short story collection. I like 2, 7,11,13. Thanks you sharing 🌕!
I’m so glad you liked so many of these. Thank you for supporting me all year. It means the world to me.
You are most welcome, Bridgette! Iam so happy u like my little comment & poor support u. I always welcome to u.
Fantastic photos, Bridgette. <3
Much love,
David
I’m so happy you liked these, David. Hope you have a wonderful holiday season.
Beautiful pictures! 3 and 9 are my favorites. 9 reminds me of being a kid ❤️. I guess I don’t lay in the snow much anymore haha.
I’m so glad that photo could bring back happy memories. I don’t lay in the snow much anymore either!
Nice images Bridgette. I really like the second one.
Thank you! I don’t live in the snow, so I’m just in awe every time I see the way snow sits on the branches of trees.
I understand. It has become rare here and I enjoy those first precious dustings.
Some wonderful wintery snapshots, Bridgette! 2, 4 and 15 were my personal favourites. Such a lovely tribute to Neil – his poetry was such an inspiration <3
Thank you so much, Tom. I sure love visiting the snow, but not sure I’d find it as magical if I had to live in it. I appreciate your words about Neil. He was such a wonderful writer and friend. My heart still hurts.
Always a treat to spend time with your gorgeous photos. Thank you, Bridgette and happy holidays!
You are so sweet! Thank you so much, Michele, and happy holidays to you too!
#7 I’m drawn to roads, trails, paths, lanes – anything I can run along to see where it goes. Happy Christmas Bridgette and looking forward to seeing what 2025 brings for you.
Thank you so very much, Roy. I am drawn to roads too. May your 2025 be filled with lots of joy!