Better With A Bit Of Snow

January 27, 2016April 28, 2016 ~ laura lecce ~ 8 Comments

New York Winter in Cloud - Photograph by Laura Lecce — New York Winter in Cloud – Photograph by Laura Lecce

This current winter season in New York has been quite a mixed bag. It began with one of the warmest Christmas days on record (although, being used to Christmas in Australian summer, it was still too cold for me). By mid January we were all lulled into a false sense of security, I was almost believing it might be a winter with no snow, and I was even a little disappointed (even I found that surprising about myself!). Well, the snow came, and it was a massive amount of snow in one day. Central Park was transformed from gloomy brown and barren to pristine and picturesque white. My two photographs were taken only a week apart, and I have to say that the white snow landscape makes for a prettier picture. So I guess if it has to be winter, then it is better with a bit of snow.

New York Winter in Snow - Photograph by Laura Lecce — New York Winter in Snow – Photograph by Laura Lecce

Oak Avenue

January 11, 2016April 28, 2016 ~ laura lecce ~ 5 Comments

On a recent trip to Charleston, in South Carolina, I went to see Boone Hall Plantation. Being one of Americas oldest working plantations since 1681, it offers a unique education of American history. The house and gardens are a beautiful sight, unfortunately, they have an ugly history of black slavery. Thankfully, they now use these treasures to educate the public of the history of slavery and the trials and struggles that slaves faced in a horrific time in history. The photo above was the main reason I was drawn to this beautiful place. It is called Oak Avenue, and is a stunning, eerie and truly beautiful tunnel of oak trees planted in 1743. Hanging from the trees are drapes of Spanish moss which thrive in the South Carolina climate. The history that these trees have been a part of, and what they must have seen in their lifetime can almost be felt as you walk down this street. If only the trees could tell their story.

Oak Avenue Bench - Photograph by Laura Lecce — Oak Avenue Bench – Photograph by Laura Lecce

The Year Ahead

December 31, 2015April 28, 2016 ~ laura lecce ~ 7 Comments

As yet another year is coming to an end tonight, it is nice to reflect on all the new things this year has brought with it. For me, starting this blog has been a big part of it, and a nice way to end it. It has truly been a pleasure discovering the wonderful people that are out there blogging, and being welcomed to observe all your wonderful talents. I look forward to sharing so much more with the world in 2016, and hopefully continue to add beauty and positivity into the world. Happy New Year everyone!

Sunset on Maho Beach

December 29, 2015April 28, 2016 ~ laura lecce ~ 5 Comments

First day back in rainy New York after a wonderful Christmas trip to Saint Martin, a teeny island in the Caribbean. This particular beach, Maho Beach is located right next to the airport. Its a great spot to watch all the planes flying in, which makes for a beautiful photograph at sunset.

Happy Holidays

December 23, 2015April 28, 2016 ~ laura lecce ~ 4 Comments

This will be my second Christmas away from home, and it still seems weird not to be having a hot and sunny Aussie BBQ Christmas. This photo is of some of the decorations that light up New York at this time of year. The original photo has white Reindeer and red trees on a black background. However, to satisfy the expectations of Australians that believe the other side of the world has snowy Christmases, this photo is for you. A very merry Christmas to all, (or as is said over here), HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

Autumn Colors of Central Park

November 18, 2015April 28, 2016 ~ laura lecce ~ 6 Comments

Autumn in Central Park – Photograph by Laura Lecce

Central Park in Autumn provides a photograph with stunning colors. A photograph made even more beautiful with the reflection of colors in the tranquil water of The Lake. After moving from Sydney, Australia to New York over a year ago, I have now witnessed each of the changing seasons. Such a stark contrast in seasonal colors is something Sydney dwellers cannot appreciate in such a temperate climate. In summer this lake is filled with so many tourists, they cannot paddle their boats without knocking into each other. Autumn colors however are short lived, and very soon this image will be replaced by naked trees and gloomy winter days. We spend these days dreaming of the blossoming Spring to come.