Light Show

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Light Show
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This image was captured in Shenandoah NP during the fall a few years back. The morning did not look very promising due to the heavy cloud cover, but there were a few breaks here and there so I decided to try my luck. I have to say that I am so glad that I did as this is the only time I have witnessed crepuscular rays shooting upward and downward in the same location.

As always thanks for taking a moment to leave a thought.

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Technical Details

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Nikon D200, Nikon 28-70 @ 51mm, f 11 @ 1/40 sec, ISO 100, cable release & tripod

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A heck of a fine light show. No nits here.

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Ed, the crepuscular rays are outstanding. The touches of color along the horizon and on the mountainside add some fine warmth to the view. This would make a fine inspirational print.

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The rays are pretty fantastic. I saw them once in the southern Andes, but not going up at the same time. That’s sweet.

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Lucky you, Ed, to have arrived at this precise moment. “Crepuscular” . . I didn’t know that is what type of atmospheric condition is called, thanks for sharing that… . . Love the gradation of colors, which for me, reflect the fall atmosphere. Nicely done.

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These are super crepuscular rays, Ed. It looks like the classic invasion from Mars scene.

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Thanks so much everyone @Harley_Goldman , @Mark_Seaver , @Kris_Smith , @linda_mellor , and @Dennis_Plank . Glad you folks enjoyed the image. It was a special moment for me as this is the only time I have personally witnessed this.

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Don’t you swoon when the heavens open up:) The autumn colours compliment the setting sunset. I’m glad you kept the reveal of light on top of the cloud too. Our eyes are drawn to this magnificent scene. Congratulations.

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Thank you @madd_laura for leaving your thoughts on this scene as it is always appreciated. It was a very special moment and I feel fortunate to have witnessed it.