What a day it was today. Temperatures in the low 40’s, cloudy and rainy weather and overall not what one would expect as ideal conditions to photograph fall colors. However, I have learned the only guarantee in not finding something to photograph is to not go out and look.
So today’s expedition started a little after noon as my lovely wife Allison and I set out to explore some promising areas near home that we had noticed earlier in the week. After a very scenic and relaxing drive, we proceeded home without stopping for any photos. Oh, there were some beautiful colors along the way, but nothing that stood out as anything more than passing curiosities. The search for a compelling subject and composition can seem like an endless task.
When we were within a few miles from home, there on the hill stood a cluster of trees with orange leaves. This was not the first time I had noticed these trees, but this was the first time with conditions like today. There is something about a moody day with some low clouds weaving through the hillside that can change the mood of the landscape. This was a moment I could not let pass by without giving it a go and trying to capture this scene to share the experience with others.