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Title
Last Ride
Artist
Sandi Mikuse
Medium
Photograph - Photograph
Description
To me it seems our ride on the wheel of life is a fleeting moment at an eternal carnival.
Poet Grace Grafton writes of that moment when our ride is over:
"As though the ferris wheel stopped with my bucket up top and all the carnival lights went out, hurdy gurdy music gone, just me and the unavoidable sky. Contrast offers depth, dark a newer black, stars more personal, appealing to my porousness. Can I find my hands, are there bits of sound, voices, a faraway farm dog? Shall I try to rescue myself with memory, stroke old scars? Some net to hold my escaping hair. But this is the gift I've been asking for. I lie down in the seat, it's midnight, my next birthday."
I hadn't been to a carnival since childhood. When it came to town this past summer I decided to go, camera in tow. Hmmmm....I sure saw it with different eyes.
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November 17th, 2013
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Columbus, OH - United States
Hey Sandi! Stopping back to enjoy one of my very favorite images on FAA . . . I do love every image you have here, but this is one is really special! Hope you are well!......vf
Columbus, OH - United States
Such whimsy and fantasy here, Sandi. For me, this has the magic of a Chris Van Allsburg illustration! I love it!...vf
Sandi Mikuse replied:
Oh Karen! Thank you for the wonderful comment! I am honored that you would suggest that my humble image brings to mind the beautiful work of Chris Van Allsburg! Thank you!
Dubai, D - United Arab Emirates
I don't know how I missed this beautiful one,Sandi !!!! This reminds me of my childhood days...waiting for the month of carnivals...they come exactly on this month,Feb !!! I really miss them...So I love looking at this fabulous image for hours,Sandi !!! Really incredible !!!! (F/L)
Sandi Mikuse replied:
Hi Latha! It is always so wonderful to see you here! Thank you for your lovely, lovely comment my friend!!!
Hinsdale, MA - United States
I am looking forward to warmer days and rides on the wheel. Great photo. :-)
Cedar Rapids, Ia - United States
Sandi,As soon as I saw this I went back to my childhood. Thank you!!! Thanks for comment and the memories !! Hugs,Marsha fv
Sandi Mikuse replied:
Ah, I am so glad you took this back, Marsha! Thank you for your lovely comment!
Tiny, ON - Canada
A poetic image…makes me think of the fleeting moments of childhood l/f
Sandi Mikuse replied:
Ah, yes, life sure does go fast, doesn't it, Elaine? Thank you for stopping by and for your kind compliment!
Stockton, AL - United States
What fun memories fill my mind when I look at this~I have to agree...I would not get on one now that I am older but when I was a kid...wow...exciting...colorful...fun...
Sandi Mikuse replied:
Hi Vicki my dear sweet friend....always an honor to have you visit....thank you!
Cedar Rapids, Ia - United States
Sandi,Wonderful Photo and extra touches. Great work. I have many memories on a Ferris Wheel. Now being older ,no more ferris wheels. Thanks for your kind comments. Hugs,Marsha FV
Sandi Mikuse replied:
Ha...I agree Marsha...no more ferris wheels for me either! Thank you for your kind comment! Hugs!
Silverthorne, CO - United States
I love everything about this! Great colors, light and texture! It's magical, Sandi! l/f
Wylie, TX - United States
Very powerful message dear Sandi!! and great image !! Hope you have a wonderful Happy Easter and take care!! lfv
Maine - United States
There is something a little bit sad about the last ride .. all the adventure starts to become a memory. Excellent work Sandi - perfect pairing with verse .. V/F
SHINGLE SPRINGS & Hawaii Kai, CA - United States
another vote, #47
Sandi Mikuse replied:
Hi Cheryl...thank you so much for stopping by...your visits are always very much appreciated!
Strykersville, NY - United States
This is wonderful Sandi - love the night sky in the background. What fun!! F/L T
Everett, WA - United States
Say it isn't So Sandi ! I'm not done with this ride with you. You make the lights sparkle. This ride has jest begun. I'll toss the fair man a few more dollars on our next turn around and we'll stay on this ride till the wheel falls off. Like
Whitesville, NY - United States
WOW! So simple and yet marvelous. I love the title as much as the shot! -L-
Greensboro, NC - United States
Love the enhancement done! Ferris wheels scare me, I will ride them and then get to the top and wonder why I did it. This is such a great shot at the top and then the half moon peering thru! Now see, this one makes me think I can ride one again! Great image! LF
Sandi Mikuse replied:
LOL! I'm like you, Christy! When I am standing firmly on the ground, I think "that would be fun!". Then when I get on there I think "what was I thinking?!!!!". Thanks for stopping by and commenting!
Camp Hill, PA - United States
Sandi, stunning composition; love the night sky, lighting and shadows. vote
Sun Lakes, AZ - United States
Sandi, As always, this is beautifully composed with wonderful colors and gorgeous night sky. Your description says it all..well done, my friend. v/f
Sandi Mikuse replied:
Hello my dear Deb! Thank you for always being so supportive. Your encouragement is more appreciated than you could know!
Stockton, AL - United States
Wow Sandi~Magical....sure brings happy memories to my mind~ It is true that when we are older things certainly seem different...but a Carnival...a Ferris Wheel...fills the soul with playful thoughts of a wonderful past~ Beautiful....truly~
Sandi Mikuse replied:
Hello Vicki! Thank you for such a thoughtful response to this photo...I so appreciate it!
Columbus, OH - United States
I love images that have a story in the heart of them, and this one sure does! Love the mood, the moon, the stars...really lovely!...fav/L26
Woolwich, NJ - United States
Striking catch how the light reflect of the steel rods! Nice touch with the star-light! fv :)
Pitman, NJ - United States
Fantastic capture Sandi , I believe you have a writer withing you wanting to get out!!
Sandi Mikuse replied:
Ha ha! NO Susan, that's YOU my dear!!!! But thank you so much for such a kind compliment!
Dubai, D - United Arab Emirates
Wow !!! I feel like that 'old' child,dear Sandi !!!! A starry night,a laughing crowed,sellers of all kind.....I never missed a single one...And the touching poem made my eyes wet.........thoughts of the poet,lives in your beautiful image !!!! A memorable work,Sandi !!!!! (F/L)
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