You might be dreading the season that comes after it — and long for the season before it — but there's no doubt that when fall is in full swing, Minnesota is simply stunning. We've all seen (or taken) pictures of the crimson and gold landscapes, and maybe have taken a day trip just to get in one more glimpse of fall's vibrancy. We asked readers to take a closer look at autumn, to notice the little things that contribute to the season's beauty. Here is just a handful of what they found. Find more online at startribune.com/infocus. Best of all, you don't have to worry about raking.
Photographer: John-Brian Paprock, Robbinsdale. “Little fall impressions.” (The Minnesota Star Tribune)
Photographer: Kimberly Blomberg, Minneapolis. “I call the photo ‘Out to Dry’ — it reminded me of laundry hanging on the line, but with colorful autumn leaves.” (The Minnesota Star Tribune)
Photographer: Sharon Hagford, Minneapolis. (The Minnesota Star Tribune)
Photographer: Alison Albrecht, Minnetonka. (The Minnesota Star Tribune)
Photographer: Karen Feiker, Minneapolis. “Although dahlias may not be the usual fall subject, these photos were taken at the end of September when they are in bloom.” (The Minnesota Star Tribune)
Photographer: Sue Stein, Rosemount. (The Minnesota Star Tribune)
Photographer: Terri Meagher, Burnsville. The photo was taken on Meagher’s property in Longville, Minn., in 2004. “It was the best fall I can remember for weather and color. Picture perfect!” (The Minnesota Star Tribune)
