Lessons From the Light

Seize the moment and make the opportunity yours, because if you don't, you lose the light.

A photographer waits and waits for the best light and right moment. We try to create in a picture what the eyes and mind absorb the recreate it so the moment can stand still in time.

Fall in the Gorge is spectacular, but short lived. When the brilliant colors present themselves, stop and capture the moment. The moment is just that, a moment when it presents and it will change quickly.

Early morning and early evening are the best times for light. Of course the weather permitted. The wind, rain, clouds and frost will change it over night. A photographer has to wait, be patient and then go into action for the brief moment. Something we should all do every day.

In a fast paced world, we all have to find moments to slow down, enjoy and wait for the best moment. The tripod is your best friend at times. Sometimes we all need a little support, extra legs to keep us steady and even so we can take a deep breath and hold calm. Take a life lesson from the light.

Be patient.

Enjoy the changes.

Don't wait for tomarrow.

because the light won't be the same at the end of the day.

Open your eyes and your heart, take it all in.

We can't recreate nature so enjoy it for the moment and listen to the light.