Yup, I was barn stalking. A relatively slow-moving subject and really, who doesn’t like an old abandoned building?
And crows, there’s always a crow. I’m sure they’re taking over the world. I’m okay with that.
We had just a little snow today.
All images © Karen McRae
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I love the door… such interesting shapes.. and the light…Ah. the light.
Thank you, the light was kind of moody when I took these.
Hi Karen – wonderful images as always! I do love the crow. He’s perched on a teeny tiny twig – very majestic. Thank you for these inspiring shots. (PS Snow already? NO!)
Just a little snow, no skiing yet!
Thanks Marina.
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Beautiful……capturing a loneliness in your images
Thank you Isabella. I love your work!
This is great – I love the sense of desolation. The picture with a crow would look great on a print.
Amazing photos!
I really really like the third picture. The crow, although always black, stands out perfect in it. Great work. And the door with light entering from the gaps is perfect!
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Thanks Nandini!
Exceptional! Whenever I drive past older structures I’m always struck by the almost irresistible urge to get out and take pictures even if it means risking trespassing. 🙂 Thanks for sharing!
Yes, old buildings always catch my eye too. thank you!
loved your photography..!! 🙂
Thank you.
You quite right – who doesn’t love old barns! I love these shots too; particularly the 3rd barn door photo. I have to confess – I’m sucker for doors.
Thanks Distan.
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Love the barn and the crow.
Did you know that a group of crows is not called a flock, but rather, they’re called a “murder.” A murder of crows. It’s because the group will sometimes kill a dying crow.
I just learned this from reading Wildwood, and I’ve been telling people kind of randomly, because I find it so incredibly peculiar.
Oh I just bought that book! I haven’t read it yet but I’m excited to delve into it. did you love it?
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did know that a gathering of crows is a murder, and it is cool!
Did you know that a flock of starlings is called a murmuration. You might want to check out this fantastic video of that phenomena if you haven’t seen it yet. It’s worth it.
I love that crow shot, Karen. And your words about them taking over the world too. 🙂
Thanks Katie,
The crows are everywhere! I love them actually.
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2nd photo.. To Die For 🙂 The Crow, beautiful 🙂 I can’t stop looking at your work!!!!
Thanks Juanita, I’m so glad you like them!
oh; the bird in the bare tree!