A SHUTTERBUG EXPLORES 3

'And above all, watch with glittering eyes the whole world around you; because the greatest secrets are always hidden in the most unlikely places. Those who don't believe in magic will never find it.
~ Roald Dahl





A Shutterbug will be exploring Cape Ann MA this week with her camera and her assistant as always. We do look for 'the magic' and sometimes it appears when we are seemingly not looking. What a gift. What treasures nature offers to each of us.
We start our 'blogland' week on late Monday afternoon for Tuesday and then add a post each day. Hope you will make a return visit and share with us.


(scroll down for the link you want.)


SUNDAY ~  

Autumn on Cape Ann MA brings the most wonderful light and shadows.

Sharing with Shadow Shot Sunday2


Being on Cape Ann MA ~ decided to sketch some fish ~

Sharing with Alexandra's Sunday Sketches



SATURDAY ~ 

Here I am on a Cape Ann MA beach. 'Why do they 'plow' the beach and erode more sand?'

Sharing with Saturday Critters







'I know there is something in there.' ArtMuse Dog on Cape Ann MA beach.

Sharing with Camera Critters



FRIDAY ~ 
Extra special skies on Cape Ann MA lately ~ 

Sharing with Sky Watch Friday


A haiku for you and sharing with:

Haiku My Heart



WEDNESDAY and THURSDAY  ~ 

Magnolia MA on Cape Ann ~ Black Cloud overhead ~

Sharing with:
 Black and White Wednesday and
 Alphabe Thursday (U) ~ 'Under a black cloud'




TUESDAY ~ 

'Nature's palette' on Cape Ann MA is always a delight to me and Artmusedog.
Sharing with Our World Tuesday from 'across the pond.'










We are wishing you time to explore your world. ^_^


Your posted comments we adore! Thanks, xox





Comments

  1. Lisabella RussoOctober 5, 2015 at 4:40 PM

    What a gorgeous photograph and I love the quote!

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  2. mickOctober 5, 2015 at 5:14 PM

    Beautiful capture of the light over the water.

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  3. Yamini MacLeanOctober 5, 2015 at 5:15 PM

    Hari OM
    Brilliance...... blessings, YAM xx

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    1. Yamini MacLeanOctober 7, 2015 at 3:02 PM

      Hari OM
      Atmosphere plus... I love how similar our environments are, yet each with their difference! Blessings, YAM xx

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    2. Yamini MacLeanOctober 9, 2015 at 2:43 PM

      Hari OM
      Haiku perfect
      shining silvered blue
      Love you...
      YAM xx

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    3. Yamini MacLeanOctober 10, 2015 at 2:54 PM

      Hari OM
      AMD the adorable explorer! ... in OZ they 'comb' the beaches because of risk of danger items being left by undesirable elements. You know; glass, needles.... sad but true. Weekend huggies. YAM xx

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    4. Yamini MacLeanOctober 11, 2015 at 2:48 PM

      Hari OM
      Shadow sophistication.... just keep swimming, just keep swimming.. &*> YAM xx

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  4. Photo CacheOctober 5, 2015 at 5:38 PM

    The sky is perfect for a day out.

    Worth a Thousand Words

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  5. Sylvia KOctober 5, 2015 at 6:00 PM

    Oh, I do agree with the others and I do love the light on the water!! A gorgeous capture for the day -- any day!! Hope you have a wonderful week!! Do give Artmuse a pat for me!!

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  6. Linda KayOctober 5, 2015 at 6:20 PM

    Beautiful photos, and by the way your header is so lovely!

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  7. Kenneth Cole SchneiderOctober 5, 2015 at 7:08 PM

    Splendid seascape and beautiful sentiments.

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  8. Linda KunsmanOctober 5, 2015 at 8:08 PM

    Love what you have said about looking for the magic , but finding the gift unexpectedly. Beautiful, as is that glorious scene!

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  9. StephanieOctober 5, 2015 at 9:29 PM

    Really nice light!

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  10. AlOctober 5, 2015 at 9:35 PM

    And what a beautiful painting she has made for you here!

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  11. RajeshOctober 5, 2015 at 10:15 PM

    Wonderful images.

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  12. Yogi♪♪♪October 5, 2015 at 10:15 PM

    Beautiful shot, you can sure tell Fall is on the way.

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  13. BirgittaOctober 6, 2015 at 12:56 AM

    Such beautiful photo and I love the quote!

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  14. My name is RietOctober 6, 2015 at 1:38 AM

    What a beautiful, beautiful photo Carol.

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  15. Anne (cornucopia)October 6, 2015 at 5:01 AM

    Beautiful!!!

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  16. Hootin AnniOctober 6, 2015 at 8:08 AM

    Love this....nothing more calming than the sea.

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  17. Penelope NotesOctober 6, 2015 at 10:11 AM

    The shimmering silvery scene looks like the perfect place to contemplate the magic ready to be found in everyday life.

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  18. A Bit of the BlarneyOctober 6, 2015 at 10:50 AM

    Glorious!!! I

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    1. A Bit of the BlarneyOctober 9, 2015 at 9:15 AM

      Indeed, light is falling sooner. Love you haiku today, Carol

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  19. RitaOctober 6, 2015 at 1:12 PM

    Very pretty! Hard to get the sun. :)

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  20. DeniseinVAOctober 6, 2015 at 5:38 PM

    Heavenly!

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  21. Nancy ChanOctober 7, 2015 at 10:49 AM

    Gorgeous photos!

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  22. IdaOctober 7, 2015 at 1:41 PM

    Beautiful! It looks so peaceful even with the dark clouds over head.

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  23. AnonymousOctober 7, 2015 at 9:29 PM

    Beautiful images! Love that sun!

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  24. betty-NZOctober 7, 2015 at 10:54 PM

    Lovely photos, as always! I really like the monochrome shot.

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  25. LindaOctober 8, 2015 at 12:11 AM

    Nice work, quite dramatic.

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  26. TomOctober 8, 2015 at 6:35 AM

    Stormy skies.

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  27. SarahBethOctober 8, 2015 at 10:49 AM

    That dark cloud is certainly ominous! But Tuesday's photo is a beauty!

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  28. Rocky Mountain WomanOctober 8, 2015 at 12:37 PM

    You can almost feel fall in that top shot. I hope you have a little easier winter this year than last.

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  29. GattinaOctober 8, 2015 at 12:38 PM

    Just beautiful !

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  30. UnknownOctober 8, 2015 at 3:11 PM

    Beautiful photos :)

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  31. JoyfulOctober 8, 2015 at 5:22 PM

    Lovely series of photos.

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  32. Spare Parts and PicsOctober 8, 2015 at 6:07 PM

    That's an incredible skywatch sky you captured!! Have a nice weekend.

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  33. Photo CacheOctober 8, 2015 at 6:33 PM

    Awesome skyscapes.

    Worth a Thousand Words

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  34. Sallie (FullTime-Life)October 8, 2015 at 7:13 PM

    I almost couldn't stop looking at that top photo. Extra special sky indeed ... And there as well as in the other sky shot you caught the light perfectly!

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  35. Whispering ThoughtsOctober 8, 2015 at 8:45 PM

    Awesome pictures and that haiku is just plain gorgeous

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  36. SarahOctober 8, 2015 at 9:41 PM

    As always you've share beautiful images!

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  37. KarenOctober 8, 2015 at 9:54 PM

    That first shot is gorgeous!

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  38. AnonymousOctober 9, 2015 at 12:02 AM

    What lovely skies!

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  39. Dominique GohOctober 9, 2015 at 4:04 AM

    Love how clear the sky looks in your area. These few weeks it has been bad due to the haze.

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  40. Janice / Dancing with SunflowersOctober 9, 2015 at 4:12 AM

    That is a very dramatic sky in your first shot! Have a happy weekend.

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  41. The Artful DivaOctober 9, 2015 at 8:39 AM

    anu hurricane/rain problems for you? hope not!

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  42. MerisiOctober 9, 2015 at 8:52 AM

    Beautiful and full of delight!

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  43. Annie JeffriesOctober 9, 2015 at 10:42 AM

    A tasty spoonful of golden sunlight.

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  44. Magical Mystical TeacherOctober 9, 2015 at 11:37 AM

    I know there are some people that don't like the early nightfall, but I like it, because it gives me more time to snuggle in bed and read!

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  45. LeaOctober 9, 2015 at 11:38 AM

    I soak up these Fall sunny days, into my bones, and love the cool twilight that as you so eloquently say, night falling sooner...

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  46. Reading PleasureOctober 9, 2015 at 1:46 PM

    Lovely photos, Carol. And a fine haiku!

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  47. J COctober 9, 2015 at 1:55 PM

    Your photographs are always so striking and to me are comparable to the work of Ansel Adams. And yes, night is falling sooner, but that's what Mother Nature gave us so I'll take it.

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  48. MarkOctober 9, 2015 at 1:58 PM

    I celebrate with you the nourishing quality of the sun.

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  49. gmaOctober 9, 2015 at 2:06 PM

    The less sun we see makes us appreciate it more and more.

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  50. EG CameraGirlOctober 9, 2015 at 3:29 PM

    I wish I were there to see your extra special skies!

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  51. fredamansOctober 9, 2015 at 3:54 PM

    Beautiful sky shots!

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  52. Su-sieee! MacOctober 9, 2015 at 8:44 PM

    Your Friday sky is spectacular and spooky. I think a witch or two ought to be flying by soon.
    The View from the Top of the Ladder

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  53. AimzOctober 9, 2015 at 9:35 PM

    The Wednesday/Thursday photo has done it for me, I'm a sucker for sky and cloud scenery :-)

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  54. rebeccaOctober 9, 2015 at 10:43 PM

    yes the days are growing shorter-ahhh but the golden light of autumn; how it fills my soul!

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  55. eileeninmdOctober 10, 2015 at 8:36 AM

    Hello, Carol! Lovely sky captures and pretty views of the Cape. Your Art Muse doggie is always a treat to see! Thank you so much for linking up and sharing your post. Have a happy weekend!

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  56. MaschaOctober 10, 2015 at 9:02 AM

    So many magic in your pictures! A poetic alldays life... and great skies...
    Have a nice weekend

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  57. rainfield61October 10, 2015 at 10:12 AM

    You know there is something in there.

    And I am as curious as you waiting for the answer.

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  58. AnonymousOctober 10, 2015 at 10:54 AM

    Can your puppy be anymore adorable? Love how he looks right into the camera. Sometimes, my Razzy will turn his face. :) Your photos and really like the photoshopped one of the sun shining so bright, the background is so pretty.
    Also, thank you for visiting me. :)


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    1. carol l mckennaOctober 10, 2015 at 11:16 AM

      Glad you like my little doggie ~ she is a cuties and a joy to have around and she too will turn her face from the camera many times ~ Thanks!

      None of my photos are 'photoshopped' ~ they are all 'straight out of the camera' ~

      Happy Weekend to you,
      artmusedog and carol

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  59. Phil SladeOctober 10, 2015 at 11:26 AM

    Now then Carol, I love dogs too but I admit not as much as I love birds. But who couldn't love Artmuse Dog just a little?

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  60. KatarinaOctober 10, 2015 at 11:48 AM

    Your little dog is a real cutie!

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  61. Powell River BooksOctober 10, 2015 at 11:29 PM

    Beach walks are the best! - Margy

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  62. AnnesphamilyOctober 11, 2015 at 12:04 AM

    Never disappointed with the beautiful stories and photos here. Thanks for sharing as always and enjoy a beautiful weekend.

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  63. A Colorful WorldOctober 11, 2015 at 11:40 AM

    Your pup is cute as always. Loved the first and last shots! Do you join in with Catching Light?

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  64. GalleryJuanaOctober 11, 2015 at 12:26 PM

    I love your whimsical fishies! And the long shadows in your photograph are one of the things I love about Autumn.
    Happy Sunday sketches.

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  65. Forest Dream WeaverOctober 11, 2015 at 12:40 PM

    Lovely series of images,especially the first.....and of course your fur person doing what dogs do!

    Wishing you both a happy week!
    Ruby

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  66. Magical Mystical TeacherOctober 11, 2015 at 1:18 PM

    Wonderfully mysterious shadow shot, Carol!

    My Shadow Shot

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  67. ChristineOctober 11, 2015 at 2:24 PM

    Sweet pretty fish for SS Carol!

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  68. Lisabella RussoOctober 11, 2015 at 4:01 PM

    What fun fish! Your artmuse dog is so seriously cute!

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  69. colleenOctober 11, 2015 at 4:03 PM

    I love the mystery of that shadow shot and the sea scenes make me feel peaceful.

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  70. Susan AndersonOctober 12, 2015 at 2:50 AM

    All wonderful, but those fish are my favorite this week. LOVE them.

    =)

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  71. Sallie (FullTime-Life)October 12, 2015 at 12:40 PM

    I know I've been here before, but your posts are always worth a second look even without additions ... But I'm sure I was here before you added that wonderfully mysterious footprints in the sand one. I love that! It feels like the beginning of a novel , or the cover shot!

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  72. Jennifer RoseOctober 17, 2015 at 4:32 PM

    aww look at those cute little ears :D

    great photos :)

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