The Beauty of Ice

We were the recipients of an icy rain last night and today, and it produced such beautiful results.

Crackled ice on this Rhododendron creates an artistic effect. The two leaves in the background look like they've been sprayed with varnish.

~Tiny leaves trapped in ice~

~Pine needles frozen in time~

~A fan effect in ice~

~A bird's nest unscathed~

~A crystal tassel~