Each one of these photographs would deserve to stand alone, in separate Capturing beauty posts, but I decided to include them all here. I like this romantic narration, because snow, unlike rain, always has this effect on me. The falling snow somehow blocks out the rest of the world and you become aware of your own unique place in it.
Photographer Christophe Jacrot says he sees rain, snow and bad weather “as a fabulous ground for photography, an under-used visual universe with a strong evocative power, and with a richness of subtle lights. This universe escapes most of us, since we are too occupied getting undercover. Man becomes a ghostly silhouette wandering and obeying the hazards of rain or of snow, into the eternity of the climate …”
photos: Christophe Jacrot
So glad that this was one of the first posts I opened today. Even though I have lived in London for almost 8 years, the sight of snow still makes me excited. I have never really thought about how it blocks out the world and makes you aware of your own unique place in it – what a beautiful way of putting it!
These are completely stunning!
Such magical images. There is such a sense of aloneness. Lovely.:)
It is so true that we are too busy to “wrap” ourselves in layers and to get into the warm home and we can not see the beauty outside. I have to admit that I am that type of person, I do not like cold weather, but I like snow more than rain. These photos are so beautiful, Ada :*
PS: The visit to the book shop was a “victory”, Ada, I bought two more books of Hemingway and today Alexander McQueen is here 😉
Beautiful. Such immense feeling in each photograph.
Great choice. xx
These snow images are sublime! I agree that snow really brings an awareness of your space.
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There is something about both rain and snow I have always liked. They always get me…It is probably because of this curiously peaceful feeling I get whenever I watch the rain or the snow falling down.
Beautiful pictures, Ada!
You know, I’d never put the words “snow” and “bad weather” in the same sentense.
To me, snow is beautiful and yes, it does make you aware of the world around you, but in a different way. x
Love these photos! Love your blog! So I glad I found it….
These are such gorgeous photos!
Viewing these images has been such a treat, Ada. I’m so glad you put them all together as they really are an ensemble. The kind of photographs and narrative that many of us aspire to. Thank you so much for this infusion of inspiration!
Have a lovely weekend, my friend.
xo
All have beautiful places! The snow and neutral colors make a special texture over the images. Seems that I can feel the touch of the stone over them.
Thanks for sharing these photos, Ada, they brightened my day. I just looked him up and realised that I have seen some of his photographs without knowing his name. The ones you chose are wonderful.
After viewing your previous post I wouldn’t mind walking in that snow with a pair of red gloves … not.at.all. Well, we no longer have snow over here, but plenty of rain. Plenty.
Have a wonderful weekend!
Beautiful !!!
The photos are strong and charming at the same time! I like especially those two shot from above
how beautiful! there is such magic and mystery and romance in these images of the snow.
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