The White Cliffs

Following in the footsteps of Monet who painted the cliffs of Etretat in the Normandy region of FranceĀ in the winter of 1868-1869 and again and again every year between 1883 and 1886.

11 Responses to “The White Cliffs”

  1. Carole says:

    Lovely composition of the magical cliffs and winding pathway to the church on top. Oh the stories of Sundays past…I can’t wait to see the rest of your photos

  2. Simone says:

    So so gorgeous! I love seeing what Monet painted and what you photographed. I love the shape of the cliff and the tiny path leading to the church. Can’t wait to see what else you captured on your journey!

  3. Bevy says:

    So interesting to compare the Monet painting with your photo. Different time, different medium, same pastoral feel. Looking forward to seeing more of this trip through your lens!

  4. Bernice says:

    Your cliffs look like a painting by Monet, only more serene. Love the trail of people climbing up to the church, and the soft colors of cliffs and sky. Beautiful!

  5. Audra says:

    Beautiful! I love the positive/negative shape and the subtle color shifts!

  6. Jan says:

    C’est magnifique!

  7. Anne says:

    Majestic, rugged and, yet, the path to the church and the church itself are dainty.

  8. Eileen says:

    Welcome back and thanks for starting to share the photos of your trip. The “Monet” has the texture of a painting.

  9. Jacqueline says:

    Love the comparison–and the striations and shadows in the rock.

  10. Emily says:

    Beautiful! One of my favorites.

  11. Bruce says:

    What perspective, Ellen! The church is huge, yet so tiny in comparison to this tremendous outcropping. I think if we took your photo a bit out of focus we would have a Monet! Well done.

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