Art from the Garden

Now that we’ve passed the summer solstice and the days are getting shorter, why not take advantage of the many late sunsets remaining. That magic period between 8 and 9 pm can produce some provocative images. All the images below are hand held. I know it goes against the rules handed down since Ansel Adams was a pup, but what are rules for anyway? With exposures up to a second long, some unexpected and pleasing results can occur.

Shooting digital makes it easier than ever. And for those shooting film--just imagine the anticipation waiting to get back what you thought you saw through the viewfinder.

Here’s my salute to late sunsets and happy surprises.

Wilted Leaf 1/8 sec. at f/2.8

Garlic Heads 1/2 sec at f/2.8

Coreopsis 3/4 sec at f/ 2.8

Tomato Plant 3/4 sec af f/2.8

St. Francis 1 sec. at f/2.8

Full Moon through Locust Tree 1sec. at f/2.8