It’s not John who has presented me with a challenge this morning, it’s Adobe! Lightroom and Photoshop lost my account. I tried to be a good Adobe user and follow their instructions, but so far it’s not working. So I resized my images with Microsoft, and hope they will be okay. Now back to John’s original challenge–the beauty of Autumn.

We do not get much of a leaf changing season here in Sacramento, so we travel to higher ground.

One place is Hope Valley (A mountain valley known for its fall colors, outdoor recreation, and historical significance as a route for Gold Rush emigrants.) It’s located on the eastern slope of the Sierra Nevada mountains. And it’s beautiful in the Fall season with the aspen trees changing color. All the photographers drive up there, about 1 1/2 hours away, to photograph “The Cabin.” It’s not occupied now, but it’s a landmark.

Here is another bit of Autumn in Hope Valley.

Let’s travel north up Highway 49, still in the Sierra Nevada mountains, to the Empire Mine State Historic Park. We happened to be at the right place at the right time–when the Gingko trees were changing color.

Let’s go back down south on Highway 49 to Apple Hill which is known for many apple farms, apple pie, and apple everything.

That’s about it for Fall color. When you post your beautiful colors, please remember to link to John’s post and use the Len’s Artists tag. I really enjoyed reading about and seeing your images posted for Joanne’s “Everyone Should See This.”

Richard and I will be cruising for the next three weeks, and not taking our computers. Yes, not even one! This means, I won’t be able to post or comment on posts. I’ll see you again in November. In the meantime, stay safe and live in gratitude!

49 thoughts on “Lens Artists Challenge #368: Looking Back to Lens Artists Challenge #106, Autumn”

  3. Sounds absolutely wonderful. I follow a couple on YouTube who take frequent cruises. They film the whole experience. Frankly, I don’t know how they have any time to enjoy the cruise because they’re so busy creating content for their channel. Half the time they are filming and the other half they are in their cabin editing the video on their laptop.

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  4. Sorry to hear you had computer woes too, Anne.

    Beautiful fall colours in your images. Every season has it’s beauty, but Autumn (and Spring) are my favourite seasons. I even like dead Autumn leaves on the ground and I walk along the streets.

    Hope you have an enjoyable cruise. Nothing like a change of scenery to refresh our spirits.

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  10. So beautiful – I can understand you go higher up to get them – they are truly worth it! And I hope you will have a great time without computers! I still remember the times we did not have any, and the weeks we spent every winter in a cottage up north without phones, electricity or any modern conveniences. I am convinced this is good for us all.

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  12. I’m sorry to hear about your Photoshop issues, I hope you get them sorted. But certainly these photos all came out just fine. I love the one of the cabin, and I enjoyed seeing Empire Mine State Park in those glorious colours, especially as it was too hot when we were there last year to properly explore. Enjoy your trip!

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  15. Gorgeous Autumn colours Anne and well worth the journey! 🧡🍂 Wishing you and Richard a wonderful cruise and looking forward to seeing you on your return ❤️ xxx

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  17. Oh dear Anne – you have had WAY more than your share of computer problems! Good for you for finding a way to join us despite the hurdles you’ve had to jump!! Your images are glorious. Hopefully they helped you forget any issues and bathe in the glory of nature!

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