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Burgundy through my camera lens

 

Last September I enjoyed a week at a Photography Retreat in what I’d call “The Other Burgundy.”  Most of the time, when we think of Burgundy, France, we visualize acres of vineyards, beautiful rows of grapevines in a  patchwork of shades of greens.

I enjoyed a week in the non-wine growing part of Burgundy.  It was lovely.  Rural.  Pastoral. Quiet. Really charming.  Quiet roads and sleepy villages.   It was a great spot to take pictures, to relax and  to retreat from the busy-ness of life.

I’m hoping that through these images you’ll get the sense of peaceful, remote and gentleness of this charming part of France.

Welcome Sign at an Antiques Shop
Welcome Sign at an Antiques Shop
lunch
lunch date?

Canal and Locks in Burgundy

Canal going over a River
Canal going over a River

Lovely woman at a Village Market
Lovely woman at a Village Market

Sunrise Reflections
Sunrise Reflections

Reflections in Beaune Window
Reflections in Beaune Window

 

Studio Work
Studio Work

 

Yard Art
Yard Art

Attempt to be Abstract
Attempt to be Abstract

The Retreat was organized by Wild Photography Holidays.   Our gracious hosts were Niall and Charlotte Benvie.

 

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Susan J. Smith
Susan's career includes writing for newspapers, lots of community work and a wonderful family life. Now she is enjoying traveling, photography and writing for DesignDestinations and Grand Rapids Magazine. She welcomes you on her journey and appreciates your comments.

Comments

9 Comments
  1. posted by
    JoAnne
    Jan 7, 2019 Reply

    Your photos are so gorgeous! They are works of art.

    • posted by
      Susan J. Smith
      Jan 7, 2019 Reply

      Thanks, JoAnne, I appreciate your kind comment.

  2. posted by
    Tina
    Jan 7, 2019 Reply

    Wow – amazing! You feed my wanderlust!

    • posted by
      Susan J. Smith
      Jan 7, 2019 Reply

      Let’s do another trip together……so much of the world to see. (and….photograph!)

  3. posted by
    Judy
    Jan 7, 2019 Reply

    Your photos are enticing. And the black and white abstract is absolutely gorgeous! Would love a copy!!

  4. posted by
    Margaret Idema
    Jan 7, 2019 Reply

    Loved your photos of Burgundy….I hope you also had a chance to enjoy their great wines!

    • posted by
      Susan J. Smith
      Jan 7, 2019 Reply

      WE did and wonderful food. Charlotte is amazing. Jack enjoyed his cooking classes as well.

  5. posted by
    Barbara
    Jan 8, 2019 Reply

    Simply stunning!

  6. posted by
    Marie Preston
    Jan 15, 2019 Reply

    Merveilleux!

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