You check the weather forecast to find out whether the weather is good for a photo outing! Yes, it’s rabbit hole time again!
According to Grammarly.com weather can be a noun as in when we make a weather forecast, or a verb as If the team can weather the injuries it has faced this year.
When used as a conjunction, whether is the correct spelling. And did you know that a Wether is a ram or goat that is castrated at a young age. Honestly, I didn’t dig this rabbit hole! It just happened. And these words are homophones–words that have the same sound but different meanings.
This challenge is about the various types of weather conditions in which we photographers find ourselves pursuing our hobby or vocation.
We all look for nice weather. Sunny, nice puffy clouds, or sometimes even a cloudless sky will do. The direction from which the sun hits an object can intensify its color or cast a shadow.




Sometimes those big puffy clouds turn dark and gray. That’s a sign that a storm is coming. Better hurry and take those pictures!


Did you hurry and duck inside or under a shelter. Or, maybe, you just like to photograph in the rain. Just make sure your camera is covered.


After the rain, we are left with puddle reflections that entice children to jump into. Right now, we have a one-day break in rainstorms here in sunny California. That’s okay, it’s better than being in drought.

If its very cold, rain turns to snow that covers the ground with a beautiful white blanket. Just try to keep your children away!



My favorite weather is fog. I love to photograph in the fog. There’s something mysterious and calming about fog.


So, we’ve talked about the weather and now it’s your turn. Do you enjoy taking your camera out in all types of weather? Whether or not you do, I’m sure you have some enjoyable images taken on outings or vacations. And if you have some pictures of Wethers, let’s see those cute little animals too. Okay, I’m done! I promise!! Well, one more thing. When you respond to this challenge, please link to it and use the Lens-Artists tag. That way I can see whether you responded with weather images and stories. I guess I wasn’t quite done!
This week Egidio asked us to show how warm colors can affect our images and the feelings they leave behind. I enjoyed seeing all your amazing responses. Take care everyone and enjoy your weather!
Next week Donna will be challenging us, so be sure to look for her post.
If you would like to participate weekly in our Lens-Artists Challenge, click here for more info.
Weather is such a great theme, especially this time of year, Anne! Your pictures are stunning, clouds really steal the show sometimes. That one with the mountain reflection is spectacular! I’ll be along for the ride with my color challenge post which includes some weather images, a happy coincidence!
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Thanks Terri! I’ll be looking for your post!
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I’ll add the URL when it posts at 7am 🙂
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Thanks, Anne, for this wonderful challenge this week. I had a lot of fun, picking the images for this week’s contribution: https://solaner.wordpress.com/2024/02/10/lens-artists-photo-challenge-286-weather/
I like your poodle reflection most. It’s such a typical image for bad weather!
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Thanks Andre! I’m off to see your post now.
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GREAT theme, GREAT great photos. Weathered truck, pond, old barn, BEAUTIFUL snow mountain reflection. SO many faves. Excellent.
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Moi: https://fairplay740.wordpress.com/2024/02/10/lens-artists-challenge-286-weather/
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More: https://fairplay740.wordpress.com/2024/02/10/lens-artists-challenge-286-weather-pt-2/
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Finale: https://fairplay740.wordpress.com/2024/02/10/lens-artists-challenge-286-weather-pt-3/
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Thank you John! I’m so glad you liked the post. And your responses were great.
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Anne, what a lovely post and a topic near to my heart, as you will find 🙂 Mist and fog always work and you are spot on about they effect they create Love the mountain shot, and the clouds behind the barn.
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Thanks Ritva! I’m off to see your post. I was out photographing in the Sacramento Historical City Cemetry this morning. The sun is shining here!
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I’m loving this challenge and it just started! Wonderful post, Anne. I do enjoy your sense of humour when you introduce a theme and then your photos just take us to some pretty special places. I feel inspired and want to see more.
Here is mine:
https://photographias.wordpress.com/2024/02/10/lens-artists-challenge-weather/
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Anne, this is a terrific topic. Your instructions and photos gave me plenty to think about and come back with a response to the challenge. Your photos here elevate the bar. It’s hard to pick favorites, but I must commend you on the old car and dilapidated barn. I love those photos. Here is my entry:
https://egidio.photography/dust-storms-an-intriguing-weather-phenomenon/
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Thank you Egidio! Now I’m off to see your response.
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Beautiful set of images. I really like the barn under the storm clouds. 😊
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Thank you Mike!
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You’re welcome!
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Funny how we all love different things. There’s a dreamy photo of a branch in rain/snow and it’s absolutely beautiful, Anne.
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Thank you Jo! Yes, our differences make the world a better place.
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Such a fun post Anne – you had me smiling the whole way! Loved your images which illustrated your text perfectly. The old truck and barn are my favorites (what does that say about me?!) and I also loved the branch in the puddle. Terrific !
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Thank you Tina! We just appreciate old things and their value.
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Oh how I hope someone has wethers….lol. Anyway, an inspiring challenge with great guidance for us, Anne The icicles and puddle were great captures. Thank goodness for the right place, right time and variations in weather. The barn and the old truck are favorites, not just because I love the photos, but became they also drive the point. I wonderful post with the beautiful images I always enjoy from you.
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Thanks Donna! It would be great if someone had a wether.
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The barn, the puddle and the fog are so good Anne 🙂
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Thanks Brian!
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What a great idea for a challenge Anne, and I love your photo choices too.
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Thanks Karina! I’m looking forward to your reply post.
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hello anne,
an interesting theme and pictures you have chosen for the challenge week, I like them very much.
here is my entry for this week, https://wp.me/pfnz9O-8n.
many greetings robert
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Here is my contribution to this week’s theme: https://cxianliu.wordpress.com/2024/02/10/four-seasons-at-japanese-garden/
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great photos!!! Especially the winter scenes!
my entry is here https://deoculomeo.wordpress.com/2024/02/10/weather/
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A nice display of weather, I think. Nothing too intense, and all easy on the eyes.
Here’s mine for this one:
https://stupidityhole.com/2024/02/11/demarcation-line/
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Thanks SH! I’m going to check out your weather.
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A great choice of theme, Anne, and one I’d have enjoyed joining in, but as we’re away on a trip (Mexico) I’ll have to pass. I loved your selection of shots which prove that for photography there is no bad weather 😀
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Thanks Sarah! I’m sure you’ll come back with great photos that will include some weather! Take care and have a great trip.
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Wow, judging by the long list of comments, you will be busy this weekend, Anne! Here is my link as promised: https://secondwindleisure.com/2024/02/11/sunday-stills-monthly-color-challenge-red-and-pink-the-colors-of-life/
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Well done Terri!
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An excellent theme, Anne. And so inspiringly executed – humorous plus! Loved your choices, and I do think…that the puddle is my favourite (even if they all are). There will be many interesting posts and comments this week, I am sure.
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Thank you Ann-Christine! I’m glad you liked the humor!!
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Beautiful images Anne, I especially love the way you captured the reflections in the puddle 🧡 Our contribution for this week’s lovely challenge is here: https://tranature.com/2024/02/11/silent-sunday-a-walk-in-the-snow/
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Lovely illustrations and an interesting theme Anne. It coincides with my idea for weekend post.
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Thanks Rupali! Was that the post I just read and commented on?
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Thank you for the fun challenge and the creative way you displayed your photos and the inspiration behind them. I’m a big fan of the fog too. I adore reflections in the water, your branch photo is stunning. I like the pops of color by the fallen leaves. We don’t always have to look up to see the effects of weather do we? I did not know that about a Wether being a ram or goat that is castrated at a young age. I’m thinking that I’m thankful that I haven’t seen that in person. I hope if someone shares a photo it’s cute photo. 😉 I took a twist to the prompt, but still had some weather in it too. Thank you for hosting the challenge this week! https://www.quaintrevival.com/how-my-moms-journey-with-dementia-helped-me-help-my-dad-with-his-journey-with-mild-cognitive-impairment/
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Thanks Shelley! The picture I found of a Wether showed him as cute. There must be a reason they do that. I didn’t even know there was such a thing. Isn’t research wonderful! I’m off to see your post!
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You’re welcome. Little animals always seem cute to me.
Yes, indeed, research is a wonderful way to put a post together and to discover new things to take us on another rabbit hole. 😍
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A great theme and a remarkable set of photos, Anne! All are beautifully captured, love these scenes in different places and weather. I’m inspired. Now, I have a better idea to approach this challenge.
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Thanks Amy! Looking forward to seeing your post!
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Beautiful images. I too love the fog! I’ve gotten some really awesome pictures of fog.
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Thanks Dawn! Fog is great. I’d like to see your pictures in a response to this challenge.
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Exciting theme, Anne! And lovely photographs ❤
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