Desert Light
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A few weeks ago I found myself back at a favorite spot of mine, the Lost Dutchman State Park. I don’t know what it is that draws me there but something always does.
We had just had a monsoon storm past the previous night so I figured there would be good cloud cover the next day. I loaded my 8 year old daughter up and we set out to snap some pics. Upon arriving I noticed the light was changing dramatically as the clouds were rolling. Timing was going to be everything. As I set up for the above image the foreground mountain was “moving” in and out of the sun. The transitions were quick but I was able to capture several shots with it partially lit.
The mountain to the right is known as 4 Peaks. When viewed from most locations here in the valley you can see 4 distinct peaks. This view does not quite lend itself to that and the shadowing from the cloud cover doesn’t help either. Satisfied with the shots I had, we packed up and headed out. There is only so much of 110 degree heat one can stand. Especially an 8 year old.
Until next time…
Camera: Canon 40D with a Tamron 17-35mm zoom
Processing: Lightroom 3, CS4, Phototools 2.6
Great shot Chris. Love the threatening clouds. Extremely well seen and captured. I love the southwest but I don’t know if I could take the heat (I know, it’s not the heat but the humidity…)
A stunning view here Chris, I just love those clouds, amazing work
Great capture with that sun lighting the mountain. Aa
sorry about that, Chris. Something went haywire in the middle of my comment.
Anyhow, I was about to mention that awesome sky and the overall colors. Great shot!
I love the lighting. You hit this one at the perfect time. I am a bit ashamed to say that I have not been in the park. I have been all around it, but not actually in the park.
That’s an awesome shot. Love how you framed it.
great work, chris. I really love the light and color in this image!
Really great landscape, love the skies here!
Beautiful shot! The clouds are spectacular and I love how the mountain is so well lit!
Love the drama that the clouds convey. The rolling hills, peaks and shrubs compliment the same shapes in the clouds. Beautifully, harmonious repeating elements!
You timed this one perfectly Chris! I love how the darker clouds balance the left side of the image while Four Peaks balances the right.
Beauty light Chris! Very nice!
Stunning! Love the clouds… nicely done.
Wow, great clouds here. Beautiful shot. Love the National parks shots, especially since I am sitting over here in Italy missing them oh so much… Great work!