Well, it wasn’t much but we’ll take it! Colonial Williamsburg was covered in a dusting of snow this morning and we couldn’t wait to grab our cameras and do a little exploring. Take a look at some of the beautiful images we captured and let us know which are your favorites!
All I could think of when we walked down DoG Street was that it looked like someone sprinkled powder sugar over our historic houses and buildings. While we may have only gotten about an inch of snow, it was still beautiful—hopefully a taste of what’s still to come this winter. Check out our top picks and then scroll through our slideshow to see a complete gallery, including images sent in by one of our readers, Shannon Schojan.
Jessica’s Top Picks
Can you tell I love pictures that feature snow-covered leaves? There’s just something about the snow and the holly berries that screams winter to me! I also love that you can see the Magazine in the distance.
We snapped this one early on—outside the Bruton Parish Cemetery.
I also love this picture of the Peyton Randolph House and the splash of color peaking through the drab landscape.
Rachel’s Top Picks
When this little guy jumped up to grab a snack, I knew I had to capture the moment. He wanted something fresher and I appreciate that!
The shape of the brick Magazine along with the white snow and a cloaked interpreter made for a really pretty picture.
The Governor’s Palace is iconic by itself, but add snow and you’ve got yourself one beautiful scene. An interpreter was opening up for tours and it all came together perfectly.
JANUARY 27, 2015
- Photo Courtesy: Shannon Schojan
- Photo Courtesy: Shannon Schojan
- Photo Courtesy: Shannon Schojan
- Photo Courtesy: Shannon Schojan
- Photo Courtesy: Shannon Schojan
We’re keeping an eye on the forecast since it looks like we could be in store for even more snow next week. We promise to have our cameras ready!
I am so jealous. I want to photograph Williamsburg in the snow and have never been lucky enough to have snow when I am in town. My favorite is the holly and the magazine.
Thank you, Carole. I have a slight fascination with snow and ice-covered red berries. Did you catch the photos from the ice storm we had recently. Here’s a link to that post: http://makinghistorynow.com/2015/01/colonial-williamsburg-transforms-into-a-winter-wonderland/
Love ALL the pics but my favorites
Lamp Post, Francis Street & Chownings Sign
Harriott
Thank you, Harriott! We are so glad you enjoyed them. Hopefully we’ll get a bigger storm before winter wraps up.
Loved them all but my top pics Lamp Post, Francis Street and Chowings Sign
Great pictures. I was hoping for enough to completely cover the ground but not the road, maybe next time.
Yes, Fred!! We were a little disappointed too but winter isn’t over yet. We’re hoping for at least one decent snowfall when it’s all said and done.
LOVE the snow shots!! We obviously left Wmsbg. two days too soon!
Thank you, Dotty. We promise to take pictures every time it snows so you can live vicariously through us!
Helen Metzler says
Thank you so much for keeping us ‘CONNECTED”…… to one of our most favorite places with your awesome photo shoot!
Thank YOU, Helen!
Thank you for the beautiful pictures. My two favorites: Rachel’s Top Pick of the ” little guy ” at the fence. and the peaceful shot of the Bruton Parish Cemetery. Thank you for capturing the artistry of the Winter’s snow against the back drop of one of the most beautiful places on God’s earth.
Thom.
Thank you, Thom. I’m personally hoping the forecast for next Monday doesn’t change too much. I would love to see several inches of snow for our next photoshoot!
Thank you, Thom! We can’t wait to do it again.
Thank you for keeping me connected to Williamsburg when I can’t be there in person. What a treat to see these pictures. Keep up the good work!
We appreciate it, Judi. This is the fun part of our job. Who wouldn’t love walking down Duke of Gloucester, snapping snowy pictures?
Glad you like them, Judi!
Great captures! The first I’ve seen a sheep in such a pose! Can you imagine how glad people are that they aren’t trying to film TURN there today? Thanks for sharing!
Rachel spotted him and snapped the shot just in time!
Between TURN and the snow, we had so many great photo opportunities!