Bridges MMDT #6

When I first read this challenge I was quite perplexed and anxious. After thinking about the challenge, I found I could think more abstract when shooting photos.While driving through town, I came upon Spring Lake in Spring Lake, NJ. I knew I wanted to use Monet's painting above as my inspiration above. When I came upon this lake with its bridges, I felt this was the perfect place for photos.

I did a one page layout using MM grid paper storm. I used chocolate cream tiles for matting and filling in. The area around the lake is serene but filled with interest. I highlighted the row boat close up and across the lake and I took lots of photos of the bridge. 

The color of the water is spectacular.

The photo in the upper left-hand side of the layout shows a long shot of the bridge and gives one a sense of serenity. It was a very cold and windy day. That made it easy for me to take my pictures without worrying about people as the look I was going for was serenity and peacefulness just like in Monet's painting.

I overcame my fear of this challenge and managed to do two separate layouts (Bridges and Ducks) which just goes to show you can really challenge yourself and do great things.