Siobhan from Bend Branches created this challenge. “What glowing moments have been special in your life?”
I looked up the definition of “Glow” and found that I was looking through my library and paying attention to lighting.
Flowers
Lighting from the back is my way of capturing flower power.
Tulips and daffodils are a sign of spring.
Backlit pink tulips, and a narrow depth of field soft daffodils
Beautiful rose
Captured this flower in high-key lighting
This little beetle found its way on a California Poppy
Sunrise and Sunset always emit a glow
Sedona, Arizona offers a great opportunity to capture sunrise and sunsets. In August, it is best to get up early for sunrise, take an midday nap, and watch the sun go down. Plan to eat a later dinner.
Water glowing
Dewdrops on a spiderweb
Swimmers splashing in the golden hour
Slow shutter speed captures a water glow of a fountain
Painting with light
Does this doll conjure up a movie?
Playing with glow stick and flashlight as I paint with light
Slowing down the shutter speed can make for some interesting effects.
Tunnel lights
I have so much fun being a passenger
Thank you for taking the time to view my idea of glowing moments. Enjoy your own glowing moments, stay safe, and be kind!
This week Sophia invited me to show you what Spring means to me. Is it about new beginnings, nature reborn, or a new chance to go and enjoy the outdoors? When I think of spring in Sacramento, I think of saturated colors. After our years of drought, California has seen generous dowsing of rainfall. Many of our old oak trees have been taken down because their shriveled roots could not hold up the tree. They are calling these rains “atmospheric rivers”. I say, everything in moderation. Nature is not listening to me.
First – Almond blossoms
Daffodils show up next
This usually got us going up to Daffodil Hill. But the crowds overcame the little town of Volcano, and the local farmer closed his farm to visitors. I remember times in the past when there were few visitors during the week. Too bad.
Located in Nevada City, and this year tickets need to be purchased before the visit. This will limit visitors, and make the visit more tranquil.
This year the rainy season has created many changes. But soon the wildflowers will be on full display. Among my favorites are the Californian Poppies.
Full disclosure here – none of these photographs were taken this year. Plans to visit Ananda and the Crystal Hermitage Garden will happen in April. I missed the almond blossoms with all the rain we have been blessed with. My own plants are also waiting for things to dry up. Maybe in a couple of weeks.
When I sit outside with my coffee, and Moxie suns herself I hear many birds, That is enjoyable. But not something that my camera captures.
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