Lens-Artists Challenge – Water in Motion

“There’s something about the water – that solitary kind of peaceful feeling. You’re on Earth but not quite.”

– John C. Reilly

I was trying to find the right words to start this challenge and words failed me. How to explain a feeling I can only have when I hear the sound of moving water? Then, a quote came to the rescue, and everything fell into place. This week’s challenge is about Water in Motion.

As I organised my photos and thoughts it made sense to start not with a single drop of water, but the continuous stream of the softest water, a mind that wanders way.

Kanazawa Sōzu Japanese Water fountain

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The ripples are almost hypnotic, perfectly concentric. Maybe this is the reason I love Japan so much. The peaceful state of mind.

Sōzu Nara Park

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It rains a lot around these parts. The sound of falling rain can be so soothing (especially when you are indoors). Considering where we live, I thought I had loads of photos of rain, but I obviously struggle with getting a good one. I’ve shared this photo before, Glasgow under the pouring, bouncing rain.

Argyle Street, Glasgow

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Water in its movement is so fascinating, it is little wonder fountains are a favourite subject to photograph. They can be grand…

Fontaine des Mers, Paris

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…relaxing….

Generalife, Alhambra

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…and playful.

Nagoya Fountain

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But our last stop is a water that no one controls, in perpetual movement. A water that allows our world and its creatures to survive. (The otters were not photographed in the wild, I wish they were…!)

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This week we’re looking for Water in Motion, gentle or powerful, man-made or natural, the choice is yours. When you join us, please remember to link back to this post and to tag Lens-Artists when you join us. I am curious to see what you can find.

Last week we had a wonderful challenge led by Tina about People, with fantastic photos of people from around the world. A truly inspiring theme.

Next week is John’s turn to lead. Make sure you visit his site for another always remarkable challenge, Saturday 6^th April. Until then, take care.