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Golden Blues

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Delta Lake State Park

I returned to Delta Lake Sunday evening for another chance at the sunset. There were very few clouds in the sky and the wind was creating ripples on the exposed water. I did not have high expectations I would find anything worth bringing home. I was wrong…

I found a small section of ice and water not affected by the wind. The sun was poised to slip beneath the trees on the opposite shore and the golden glow was illuminating a chunk of ice beautifully. Well, I couldn’t let this scene get away from me…

Golden Blues
Olympus E-M1 MK III, M. Zuiko 12-40mm f/2.8, 1/160s, 17mm, f/11, ISO 200

Canal Moods

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Bellamy Harbor Park

Sunday morning I decided I was not going to take any chances with missing the sunrise like I did on Saturday. My prospects were not looking good as I drove to Bellamy Harbor Park but regardless of the clouds and wind I felt there would be an image for me. At some point last year I forgot you have to be out exploring the possibilities in order to find what you are feeling. A moody morning definitely was for me…

Canal Moods
Olympus E-M1 MK III, M. Zuiko 12-40mm f/2.8, 2s, 28mm, f/16, ISO 100

Ice Breaks

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Delta Lake State Park

I ended up distracting myself so completely yesterday morning with getting the image posted, I totally neglected any chance for a sunrise image. By the time I realized the color in the sky was worth my attention I had about five minutes before the sun broke the horizon. Ten minutes after that, the color was gone and the morning settled into the coming storm (by the way, it was nothing like the advisory that popped up on my phone. I wouldn’t even call it a storm… lol).

I’m currently keeping one eye on the sky and the other on the keyboard as I write this post. There is another advisory this morning, for high winds, but I would like to capture a sunrise down at the canal. I better hurry and finish this up…

As the sun settled into the clouds on the horizon Friday evening I found a nice section of the lake where the ice was thin and disappearing faster than the rest. This allowed for some interesting reflections and everyone knows I cannot let a good reflection escape my camera. I was especially intrigued with the layers of highlights and shadows in this view when I turned the camera on its side.

Ice Breaks
Olympus E-M1 MK III, M. Zuiko 12-40mm f/2.8, 1/320s, 14mm, f/11, ISO 200

Spring, Sprang, Sprung

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Delta Lake State Park

I suppose it is only fitting the first image I capture is at the same state park for my last image. But, considering it is Delta Lake State Park it should not be a surprise. It has been roughly seven months since I picked up my camera. During the summer months last year photography was not fulfilling me. I struggled with those feelings and decided to put the camera away. I focused on another interest and buried myself in it.

Recent conversations with friends at work have stirred my creative desires. Last evening after dinner I drove to the park for the sunset. I practically had the place to myself and it was wonderful. I wandered the “beach” finding plenty of images and soaking in the vibe. I left the park feeling rejuvenated.

Below is the first view I found, and yes it is a familiar view but it doesn’t change how it can make you feel…

Spring, Sprang, Sprung
Olympus E-M1 MK III, M. Zuiko 12-40mm f/2.8, 1/400s, 12mm, f/13, ISO 200