Amish Buggy Ride In The Snow
by Gene Walls
Title
Amish Buggy Ride In The Snow
Artist
Gene Walls
Medium
Photograph - Photograph
Description
A young Amish couple was actually enjoying themselves in an open buggy while snow was falling like crazy. He was driving while she held the large umbrella over their heads. The wool blanket covering their legs was turning white as the snowflakes were accumulating on their laps. She was laughing heartily as they passed by me at a very quick trot.
This Amish "drive by" was completely unexpected. I had just gotten back into my van to leave, after shooting my favorite abandoned farmhouse. Then I heard the horse's hooves clomping up the hill. I grabbed my camera (which was still mounted on a heavy duty tripod). I wrestled it up to my eye, just in time to catch this shot through the windshield!
Behind the buggy, you can see the roof of the "Forgotten Farmhouse", covered in snow. This location is just east of Clarkstown, Pennsylvania, in Muncy Valley, USA. The photo was captured on December 5th of 2009, during our first big snowstorm of the season.
I have tremendous regard for the Amish people. I intentionally choose to avoid showing recognizable faces in my photos of the Amish, out of respect for their wishes, unless they specifically grant permission.
This photo was taken hand-held with a Canon EOS 10D camera body using a Canon EF 35-350mm f/3.5-5.6L zoom lens set to the 35mm focal length. The shutter speed was 1/180th of a second at f/9.5, ISO was set to 100.
Please note that this is a full color photograph, the heavy snow and late evening light just makes it look like it was shot in B&W.
Your comments are always welcome! Constructive criticism is appreciated.
© 2009 Gene Walls
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January 31st, 2013
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Comments (96)
Bonnie Leigh Delar
This is an absolutely beautiful shot! Great mood. I love it more after noticing the story. A photo with a story warms my heart for some strange reason. Love love it. : )
Gene Walls replied:
I am thrilled that this work "warmed your heart", Bonnie! Thank you so much for your very kind compliment! Best 2014 wishes, Gene
Connie Fox
Your description adds layers of beauty to the winter story being told through the lens of your camera. Charming couple, and a lovely capture. The composition, with the horse having plenty of room ahead of him, takes it up yet another level. Excellent work. L/F
Gene Walls replied:
Your very kind words are deeply appreciated, Connie! The buggy drive-by was a total surprise. I was thrilled when this rushed shot turned out the way it did. Wonderful wishes, Gene