Snowman Moon

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Delta Lake State Park

The middle of the week was definitely a good time to go exploring. If for nothing else than to soak in some fresh air. There were some clouds in the sky but they were kinda what I wanted for the sunset. Delta Lake was empty, as it usually is in the winter.

Before I even made it down to the edge of the frozen lake, this guy caught my eye. With the moon rising behind, I had to capture a portrait. The snowman is looking out at the lake probably thinking he could glide away into the sunset. Or maybe he is standing watch over the snow covered beach ensuring everyone is safe. I thought he was cool…

Snowman Moon
Nikon Z6 II, Nikkor Z 24-70 f/4 S, 1/30s, 47mm, f/11, ISO 100

All to Myself

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Delta Lake State Park

The lone tree has been a photographic pursuit of mine for quite some time. This image isn’t exactly the one I have in my head but I like it. Combine this solitary tree, separate and distant from the other trees, with a winter scene to evoke an emotional response. I was looking for loneliness and/or solitude. The two different processing styles, I believe, convey each separately.

This first image is more about loneliness. The muted colors and matte finish push the image toward that feeling. The image has a slight cold tone to it that enhances the feeling. Although it is a sunset, the sun does not feel warm and inviting.

All to Myself
Nikon Z6 II, Nikkor Z 24-70 f/4 S, 1/30s, 24mm, f/11, ISO 100

The second image I processed as monochrome. Removing the color takes away the impact it has on the image. The cold feeling is still there but only due to the visual clues in the image; i.e., the snow and ice. To me, this image has a stoic feel to it. The tree embraces its solitude.

All to Myself – B&W
Nikon Z6 II, Nikkor Z 24-70 f/4 S, 1/30s, 24mm, f/11, ISO 100

Or maybe it is all in my head…

A Moment of the Serene

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Delta Lake State Park
Silent Sunday

A Moment of the Serene
Nikon Z6 II, Nikkor Z 24-70 f/4 S, 1/50s, 24mm, f/11, ISO 100

Sit Beside Me

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Delta Lake State Park
Haiku

The sun is waning
Sit beside me and enjoy
Enduring beauty

Sit Beside Me
Nikon Z6 II, Nikkor Z 24-70 f/4 S, 1/50s, 26mm, f/11, ISO 100

The Path to Sunrise

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Geiger Point, Melbourne, FL

The Path to Sunrise
Olympus E-M1 MK III, M, Zuiko 12-100mm f/4, 1/25s, 28mm, f/11, ISO 100

Streaking Bellamy

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Bellamy Harbor, Rome, NY

I swear the sun was shining bright through my windows. There were a few clouds in the sky, but it felt like the rain had passed. Time to grab a few sunset images before finding something for dinner.

I chose Bellamy Harbor as I was at Delta Lake the previous night. I needed to spread the love around to all my usual haunts. The sun was dropping into the clouds quicker than I would have liked as I rushed down the boulevard toward the harbor.

Damn! I missed it. Ten minutes quicker and I could have captured the sun.

My consolation prize? Streaky clouds in the sky changing color as the sun approached the horizon. I shouldn’t complain…

Looking Down Bellamy
Nikon Z6 II, Nikkor Z 24-70 f/4 S, 1/20s, 33mm, f/11, ISO 100

Sky Ripples
Nikon Z6 II, Nikkor Z 24-70 f/4 S, 1/15s, 33mm, f/11, ISO 100

Bellamy Streaks
Nikon Z6 II, Nikkor Z 24-70 f/4 S, 1/8s, 43mm, f/11, ISO 100