macro shot of snow and bare tree

On our way to Mount Evans, it suddenly started snowing near Echo Lake, on an otherwise warm and sunny day. The lake transformed into a surreal winter wonderland within a matter of seconds. Trees were accented by white snow, snowflakes danced the wind and colors were muted from cloud shielded sun. Before we were able to capture a handful of pictures, the storm passed and normalcy returned. It was as if the storm was a secret magical show mother nature presented to just us. This photo reminds me of that storm and represents the beauty of winter.