Fire Island Lighthouse & Quarters

The Fire Island Lighthouse and keeper's quarters, now the lighthouse museum and gift shop. When traveling, schedules and circumstances always dictate what types of photographs you will be able to make. The day my wife and I were able to visit the lighthouses at Montauk Point and Fire Island, the weather was iffy at best-there was nearly always the threat of rain. We were also there in mid-afternoon, so the heavy skies were actually a blessing, lending drama to a scene that is less photogenic on a sunny summer day when photographed between 10am and 3 pm when the sun is more overhead and the lighting less dramatic for most land and seascapes because the shadows are less pronounced. So, if there is a lesson, it's to be in the moment, always, and of you're intent on making memorable photos, keep your eyes open, be willing to let go of any unrealistic expectations and keep looking. Something will turn up that will delight and surprise you.

The Hunter's Moon

So named because it follows the Harvest Moon in September and in earlier times, after the crops were harvested and stored, it was time to hunt for game. This moon is peeking out from layers of cloud. It so happens tonight- October 11, 2011, is the night of the full Hunter's Moon.

Moon & Clouds Over Walnut Creek

Just getting ready to call it a night when a peek outside revealed a not quite full moon rising behind some fairly swiftly moving clouds. Had to see if I could capture the fleeting beauty of the moment. Guess I'm something of a lunatic after all...This is a straight pic-no adjustments save for reducing the image size for the blog and adding my watermark.

November Sky Quartet #1

A storm is due to arrive tomorrow.
Last gasp of fair weather for a few days.
Let your mind wander in the wonder of the natural world.

Autumn skies, looking up...

Getting up early has its advantages: you get to see some lovely skies and blue hues, especially in October.