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When I caught my first glimpse of the beach last Wednesday, I wasn't very hopeful of getting great shots. It was rather gloomy and extremely windy out. The beach was all but deserted, with only the most die hard walkers and bikers taking advantage of the solitude to get their exercise. Capturing shots was difficult, as the wind kicked up sand, and blew my hair and camera strap in front of the lens! When I looked to the west, though, I could see that the clouds were headed out to sea, and blue skies were going to emerge, so I stayed for a little while to see if I could capture more "classic" beach weather for you!
Aside from the wind, I have always preferred the stormy looking days on the beach. Everything takes on a drama that makes it feel exciting. Unfortunately, the electricity here can be all too real, and not just moody! Central Florida is the lightning capital of the United States, and so when storm clouds are around, there's always the chance of being stuck. It happens to several unlucky people yearly. In my years of dodging lightning bolts for a shot, I've been blessed that none came too close!
Here you get just the slightest taste of windy, stormy weather in the Daytona Beach area. Within minutes, the sky was turning blue, and the scene became a typical tropical postcard. The wind was still fierce, but you'd never know looking at the scene unless you'd been there.
I visited Glastonbury on Wednesday 22nd June 2022 to capture some of the bus action transporting festival goers to the annual event. Of course, I was instantly attracted to the 6 Bristol VRs and 7 Olympians operated by Chepstow Classic Buses, but there were plenty of other interesting buses to photograph as well!
First York "Park and Ride" BG58OLX 11105 seen approching the City Walls on service 2 to Rawcliffe Bar
This is best viewed large.
It's cold and snowing today. I may go out later for more photos. On the other hand, it's warm and cozy indoors. Who knows?
First Worcester OIG6942 (LT52WXA) 64012 seen outside Worcester Bus Station having just terminated on service 30 from Dines Green
First South Yorkshire "Sheffield" SM65LND 35138 seen on Waingate, Sheffield on service 20 to Hemsworth
First West Yorkshire "Bradford" YJ09OCD 37732 seen coming into Bradford Interchange on service 617 to Holme Wood
First Congregational Church is at the corner of State and High Streets in Mendon, Illinois in Adams County. Here is a brief history of the church.
February 20, 1833, The First Congregational of Mendon was organized. This was the First Congregational Fellowship organized in Illinois. Most of the charter members were from Guilford, Connecticut.
First West Yorkshire "Bradford" YJ08GVE 37071 seen coming into Bradford Interchange on service 72 from Leeds
BNSF 4327 leads a train up BNSF main 1 at first light as the sun's light paints the landscape on a mid-December morning in Cajon Pass.
©2006, Ken Szok. All rights reserved.
Black Darter (Sympetrum danae) - freshly-emerged from yesterday.
After three weeks inside we decided to venture out again and take advantage of the good weather. I had a few locations in mind, starting with my favourite spot for Black Darters and Common Emeralds.
The latter were surprisingly few & far between but we didn't have to wait long to see the first immature S. Danae followed by several more. However the highlight was this still very fresh emergent crawling up the juncea.
The first I've seen and although I had a hunch it could only be S. danae I did ask a trusted source to confirm. What an absolute delight. One of those rare moments which are even more special in these restricted times.
First South Yorkshire "South Yorkshire Transport" YN58ETY 37529 seen coming onto Arundel Gate, Sheffield on service 51 to Lodge Moor
The very first leaves are spectacular in fresh iridescent yellows, translucent to light and perfect in their presentation. The very best part of spring for me.
First Manchester/Mellor Demonstrator MX22LFZ 49951 seen heading to stand in Oldham Bus Station on service 425 to Holts Estate
The first sunrise this year awakened the Hui-style village in the early morning, with its 600-year-old maples standing still above the fog, making the small village like a scene from fairy tale.
Nubble Lighthouse
Cape Neddick, Maine
Constructed in 1879 & still in use today.
This is one of many shots of Nubble Light. I don't know about you, but I always take about 50 or more pics of basically the same comp when I am photographing a place like this. Maybe because the light & sky is ever-changing but I'm always trying to get the best possible shot. There is such a limited window with a sunrise I don't want to waste any of that precious time. Anyway, I was going through these pics today and realized this one got over-looked. It was taken at 4:53am on 8/28, a beautiful summer morning. We live relatively close to Nubble so it's only a 40 min drive but getting up at 3:30 is never easy, I'm sure glad we did that morning. It turned out to be one to remember.