I published this photo on April 4, 2008, which is a statue in the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory at Como Park, St. Paul, Minnesota. Today is the first theme day of 2009! Travel around the globe to see many of the "best photos of 2008" for 151 photo bloggers, but don't forget the time differences. Visit as many as you can! Click here to view thumbnails for all participants
An excellent choice, Kate! Best to you and yours as we start this new year.
ReplyDeleteAh, Kate! I love the photo!
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Cheers for a happy new year! May the world find 2009 a more peaceful, optimistic, blessed and safe year.
Chris
The statue look so real, Kate.
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year and thanks for your comment. I wish you have very cheerful 2009.
That's a great image, and I'm not sure why. Maybe because from that angle the statue looks like it's real and moving.
ReplyDeleteWishing you and all yours a happy, healthy and prosperous New YEar from London
I like this photograph and the sculpture knew what he was doing.
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year to you and your family from Patty and Abe.
Ah, yes, I remember this beauty! The spring flowers and her gray complexion, along with your beautiful framing of the shot and tack sharp focus all come together to make this a stand out.
ReplyDeleteWell Kate, the year we've been waiting for is finally here. I'm wishing you great health and wonderful adventures in 2009,
-Kim
Seattle Daily Photo
Oh wow what an excellent choice to lighten our way into 2009 - happy new year.
ReplyDeleteShe's a beauty, Kate and nice to see all those flowers and think of Spring! Happy New Year to you once again.
ReplyDeleteSuch a beautiful statue, very delicate and it's astonishing how life like it is.
ReplyDeleteI wish you and your family a very happy new year.
j'aime beaucoup cette statue, un très bon choix. Happy New Year.
ReplyDeleteI like many cette statue, one very bon choice. Happy New Year.
A beautiful shot with the flowers and the ripples of the water.
ReplyDeleteHave a Happy New Year!
Lovely composition and subject. It's so delicate. Excellent chpice.
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Beautiful statue. I like it a lot.
ReplyDeleteHappy new year 2009 to you and your family. May 2009 brings you joy and happiness :)
Happy New Year Kate! I love statues and this one is absolutely fabulous......thanks for all your visits this past year......
ReplyDeleteGreat choice! :)
ReplyDeleteHappy 2009 to you too! :)
Thanks for visiting singaporedailyphoto.com!:)
Best,
Zannnie
Love the way you composed this. The ripples in the water appear to come from the statue.
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year!!
Kate, this is a beautiful photo and what a wonderful sculpture! I hope you and your family have a happy and healthy new year.
ReplyDeleteDear Kate I wish you and all your nearest and dearest all the best in the New Year!
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It's beautiful - it reminds me of some sculptures I've posted from around here!
ReplyDeleteA Very Happy New Year to you in 2009 - may it bring peace, joy, friends and great photography!
So beautiful. a great choice. MB
ReplyDeleteI remember this one. Maybe now shes dipping her foot in the water to see what 2009 will be like. I hope you have a wonderful year.
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year Kate! Have a good 2009.
ReplyDeleteI like your choice for theme day. A great photo :)
Very good choice. The contrast of the beauty of the gray statue against the colors of the flowers is wonderful. Happy theme day! And happy new year too. Wishing you peace and prosperity in 2009.
ReplyDeleteHad to double take on that. The statue looks so real. Nice choice.
ReplyDeleteI think this is one of my favorites too. Great shot Kate.
ReplyDeleteWishing you a healthy and Happy New Year.
Great choice! That's a wonderful sculpture and it's set in a glorious place.
ReplyDeleteA lovely photo, Kate. Happy new year!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely exquisite~~~ What an excellent choice... I had not found your blog when you posted this in April... Glad I found you!
ReplyDeleteLOL:Wanda
It's lovely and such a lifelike pose that I feel I'm watching a person, not a sculpture. Wonderful Theme day choice.
ReplyDeleteI wish you and your loved ones a very Happy New Year.
Blessings to you Kate for a healthy, fulfilling year. Thanks for your visits and friendship.
ReplyDeletei like this statue excellent choice for the theme day
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The way you took the picture,It really looks like it is her foot that is moving the water!!
ReplyDeleteGreat capture.
Happy New Year.
Beautiful--great choice!
ReplyDeleteAnd Happy New Year!
Such a beautiful photo and the colourful flowers make a spectacular backdrop
ReplyDeleteI love this, it's exquisite and you photographed it beautifully.
ReplyDeleteIt's been years and years since I went to Como Park. I think I went swimming there at night but I'm not sure if I'm thinking of the same place.
i love that place. we walk past it every day, with dogs. and go inside (without dogs) at least two or three times a year. ... uusally on frigid days like today.
ReplyDeleteI remember this photo and yes Kate, it's the best choice in my opinion. Even if late let me wish you an Happy New Year !!!
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