“In the right light, at the right time, everything is extraordinary.”
~ Aaron Rose
“Embrace light. Admire it. Love it. But above all, know light. Know it for all you are worth, and you will know the key to photography.”
~ George Eastman
“Photography takes an instant out of time, altering life by holding it still.” ~ Dorothea Lange
Ephemeral
Just, wow!
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Thanks so much, Amanda.
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Wonderful serie ! Love it !
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Thank you very much, Guillaume.
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Wonderful light in all of these, but specially the Clinker Brick.
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Thanks, a Cardinal. That was a good afternoon.
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Hi the light on the brick is absolutely amazing, pure textures captured in a instant, to me that is a photograph hard to forget, has total instant appeal in so many ways , you truly are a artist , x
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Hi Alfgarnet- I’m happy you enjoyed this image-the marvelous afternoon light happened to work some magic. Timing is everything… Thanks so much.
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Old git here I say it as it is,, and you certainly are blessed to be exactly in the right place , and the right time to make the light dance like that
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I finally see the light!
My favs are the artsy Window light , along w the feeling as if I am ther in the Morning Light & Trees capture…. (Without actually having to get up that early !) Thanks!
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Wow- You have captured the light perfectly!
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Coming from a an avid light seeker as yourself, thank you, Cynthia!
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Brilliant ~ there is something about some photographers who have the gift & mastery of light (which is what photography is all about) and these shots show it so well. Beautiful Jane, simply beautiful.
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You are very kind, Randall. Thank you very much. Happy light seeking.
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I love high contrast golden light.
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Hi Allan, Golden Hour and golden wall.. perfect together. Happy you like this one– thanks.
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These photos are marvelous! I’m so glad I’ve found your blog.
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Marion, You are very kind- thanks so much.
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Beautiful shot
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Thank you very much, Bipasha.
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You certainly have an eye for seeing and capturing unique compositions with dramatic lighting.
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I’m happy you like these, Karen. Thank you very much.
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So many different situations and all captured in such exciting light!
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Thanks, Patti. Means a lot coming from an avid light seeker!
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As always…wondermous. Another lovely series, Jane.
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Hi Patricia– Ha, going to steal that word. Thanks so much for your appreciation.
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This is one of the best posts on photography I’ve had the privilege of viewing. Sums up all the classes I’ve taken. Had to share on my Facebook page 🙂 Also permanently linked it in my browser to remind me from time to time.
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Frank- What a kind comment- thank you very much. I’m happy these images spoke to you. 😊
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This time around I’ve got two favorites: “clinker brick” and “boardwalk and fog.” Are these both San Francisco shots?
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Atreyee- Clinker brick is on Russian Hill in SF and Boardwalk is in South Carolina. Glad you enjoyed these- thanks!
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Bonita serie, un saludo
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Gracias, Pepe. 😊
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Fabulous shots!! Loving the clinker brick….real FEEL GOOD shots…makes for a happy day!!😘
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Great capture Jane…I can imagine the warmth of the sun on my skin when Iook at this. Hopefully sun will soon replace the rainy Vancouver weather! Thanks for brightening my day.
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Thank you, Deb and I’m glad I brought some warmth to your day!
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Beautiful, Jane! 🙂
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Thanks so much, Javier!
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The clinker brick is amazing Jane! So many details that you don’t notice at first glance, but having the image captured allows you to go back and find what you otherwise would have missed!
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Jane you see things that others would walk by – the mood and atmosphere of each photograph is so elegant and soul-filling. You are a master of the lens, what a treat to see.
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Mary, You are so thoughtful. Thank you for your very kind response to my post.
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Very good pictures, my favorites are the first 2 🙂
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HI Ellen- I’m so glad you enjoyed them– thanks so much.
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Great story in shadows. Especially liked all the ones in color. Not sure why.
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Thanks, Jane. It is interesting to me what calls out in a image to the viewer. Happy you like these.
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A lovely set 😄
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Thank you, Alastair. I’m sure you find the light on your beautiful walks.
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Brilliant captures of light! I haven’t had much Internet lately so glad to catch this post.
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Thanks so much, Sherry. Reminded me how important good light is. Glad you enjoyed.
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Love your board walk and morning light particularly! Great to see you here…
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Thanks, Linda. One of many in my boardwalk series. So good to see you- what a fun time.
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That’s superb Jane
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Thanks, James. Glad you like this series.
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Awesome shots and an enlightening post on how to make the best use of light in photography! Loved the quotes too 🙂
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Thanks very much, Moon. Happy light seeking!
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So true! 🙂
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Glad you enjoyed, Jo. Thanks.
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Lovely set….I especially like the lines and shapes of Window Light and the Early Morning tree shadows
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Thanks so much, Sue. I love shadow play.
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As do I!
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Awesome set! I love all of them! The way you captured all the different lights is amazing.
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Thanks, Jürgen. Always a fun challenge to find the light. Glad you like these.
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Love this post Jane!
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Hi June- Thanks! Glad you liked this one– appreciate it.
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Your timing is impeccable–exceeded only by your eye.
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Leah, Your comments always make me smile. Thank you.
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Wow amazing !
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Hi Kenny- Happy you enjoyed this series- thank you.
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Great shots Jane, the 1st one is just magical – perfect lighting.
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Hi Mark- I was walking in SF a couple of days ago and that late afternoon sun was amazing. Then I saw the shadows of the brick and the pedestrian. Very cool. Glad you like it- thank you.
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Loved your take on the theme this week Jane – what is more ephemeral than light? Window light would be my choice for fav – turning the otherwise mundane into lovely art.
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Hi T- Thanks so much. I love window light/shadows and shot that a few weeks ago. So glad you like it. 🙂
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Loved Boardwalk and Fog.
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Thanks, Sharon. I have a series of them… this was a magical morning.
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