Beacon of Hope | Brian Gaynor Photography

Beacon of Hope

A lamp offers necessary guidance across the quiet bridge.

Photo taken at Cantigny Park in Wheaton, Illinois, and processed in GIMP.

Tags: art, beacon, bridge, cantigny, hope, illinois, lamp, light, photography, processing

45 thoughts on “Beacon of Hope”

jkgphotos on March 8, 2012 at 9:56 am said:

Love the coloring in this photograph, so serene and very beautiful.

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- Brian Gaynor on March 8, 2012 at 10:06 am said:
  
  Joleen, I appreciate the comment. Thank you.
  
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Tuxedo Sophisticated Cat on March 8, 2012 at 9:58 am said:

Brian – that’s gorgeous!!!

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- Brian Gaynor on March 8, 2012 at 10:05 am said:
  
  Hi Maralee — thank you so much for the support!
  
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sandy on March 8, 2012 at 10:06 am said:

This is nice! I use GIMP a lot for the filters, and for painting.

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- Brian Gaynor on March 8, 2012 at 10:07 am said:
  
  It’s a great tool — thanks, Sandy.
  
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selah on March 8, 2012 at 11:00 am said:

beautiful! I love that with the color, the light is the focus..

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- Brian Gaynor on March 8, 2012 at 11:18 am said:
  
  Vicky, I appreciate the comment. Thank you.
  
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wolke205 on March 8, 2012 at 11:03 am said:

Incredible beautiful, I loveeeeee the colors! 🙂

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- Brian Gaynor on March 8, 2012 at 11:17 am said:
  
  Hi Wolke, thank you very much for the kind words!
  
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Spiral Dreamer (Francis) on March 8, 2012 at 11:06 am said:

Wonderfully romantic picture. Great work. 🙂

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- Brian Gaynor on March 8, 2012 at 11:17 am said:
  
  Hi Francis, thanks very much for the comment and reblog.
  
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  - Spiral Dreamer (Francis) on March 8, 2012 at 11:21 am said:
    
    When you have time check the reblog on my site, many comment there instead of going to yours. Just answer them if you want. 🙂
Spiral Dreamer (Francis) on March 8, 2012 at 11:06 am said:

Reblogged this on Niltsi's Spirit and commented:
YWonderfully romantic picture. Great workour comments (optional)

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Resilient Heart on March 8, 2012 at 12:14 pm said:

This is such a beautiful photo, thank you kindly for sharing (I came by way of http://niltsi.com/2012/03/08/beacon-of-hope/)

Best to you today & always.

Blessings, Love & Peace,
RH

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- Brian Gaynor on March 8, 2012 at 12:20 pm said:
  
  Thank you so much, RH! I appreciate the kind words.
  
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  - Resilient Heart on March 8, 2012 at 12:24 pm said:
    
    😀
fiztrainer on March 8, 2012 at 1:09 pm said:

O MY GOODNESS … this is stunning. I want to be there. This picture gets me so excited for Spring. 😀

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- Brian Gaynor on March 8, 2012 at 2:01 pm said:
  
  Yes, can’t wait for Spring…thank you so much for the wonderful words.
  
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Vicky on March 8, 2012 at 1:12 pm said:

What gorgeous colours, I’ve just sat & looked at that for at least 5 minutes, the detail is amazing. 🙂

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- Brian Gaynor on March 8, 2012 at 1:59 pm said:
  
  Vicky, please don’t strain your eyes. 🙂 Thanks for the comment!
  
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iPhonePhotog on March 8, 2012 at 1:57 pm said:

Outstanding image Brian.

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- Brian Gaynor on March 8, 2012 at 1:59 pm said:
  
  I appreciate the comment — thank you very much.
  
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clover58 on March 8, 2012 at 2:42 pm said:

Francis reblogged your entry and, WOW, I’m glad he did! Wonderful place. I love lavender flowers. They reminds me of an old English Garden.

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- Brian Gaynor on March 8, 2012 at 2:47 pm said:
  
  Thank you very much. I appreciate the comment, Clover!
  
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Tammy on March 8, 2012 at 4:23 pm said:

I want to be there….drop dead beautiful! 🙂

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- Brian Gaynor on March 8, 2012 at 4:59 pm said:
  
  It’s a beautiful park. Thank you, Tammy!
  
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niasunset on March 8, 2012 at 5:24 pm said:

What a beautiful colours… Like a dream land… Thank you, Brian, with my love, nia

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- Brian Gaynor on March 8, 2012 at 5:36 pm said:
  
  Nia, I appreciate the lovely comment. Thank you!
  
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Where God Takes Me on March 8, 2012 at 7:52 pm said:

I’m a fan:)

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- Brian Gaynor on March 8, 2012 at 8:30 pm said:
  
  Vivian, thank you very much for the comment.
  
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dianne - "life as i see it" - "just because" on March 8, 2012 at 8:39 pm said:

That’s beautiful.. : )

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- Brian Gaynor on March 8, 2012 at 8:55 pm said:
  
  Thank you so much, Dianne!
  
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balancethroughthelens on March 8, 2012 at 8:45 pm said:

“Ahhhhh”. I needed that today. Just gorgeous, Brian.
You have a great eye & I really enjoy your work.

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- Brian Gaynor on March 8, 2012 at 8:53 pm said:
  
  …and I enjoy your comments, Susie! Thank you for the support.
  
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Santi on March 9, 2012 at 3:17 am said:

Great scene!! Fabulous composition.

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- Brian Gaynor on March 9, 2012 at 8:03 am said:
  
  Hi Santi — thank you so much!
  
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Face on March 9, 2012 at 3:37 am said:

Wonderful!

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- Brian Gaynor on March 9, 2012 at 7:56 am said:
  
  I appreciate the comment — thank you!
  
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David Hall on March 9, 2012 at 11:02 am said:

Absolutely stunning photo. Love the lamp.

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- Brian Gaynor on March 9, 2012 at 11:06 am said:
  
  I appreciate the kind words, David.
  
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Leanova Designs on March 16, 2012 at 2:51 pm said:

just OUTSTANDING, I absolutely love the purple!!

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- Brian Gaynor on March 16, 2012 at 3:18 pm said:
  
  Rasha, thank you very much for the comment!
  
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Snapshooter on March 16, 2012 at 10:00 pm said:

Very Thomas Kinkade-esque. Lovely. 🙂

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- Brian Gaynor on March 17, 2012 at 9:21 am said:
  
  I appreciate the visit and comment!
  
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