"After the Storm II"

It has been really difficult to find a good weather for photography

in Scotland quite recently. This year's summer was certainly a very

dissapointing one. After a long time of inactivity (and a few

completely hopeless trips) I was really desperate for another one.

 

Most of my trips are planned rather than spontaneous. I keep in mind

the place location, time of a day, sun position and of course

weather - if you can really depend on such forecasts in this

country :D. I also check the tide level, wind direction (just to

avoid sea spray covering my lenses) etc.

 

At the end I can rely only on the tide forecast :) - because

everything else is a lottery and usually my frustration grows

stronger.

 

This time, after a long period of heavy rains and completely

unpredictable weather it was supposed to be quite calm in the

evening. Forecasted "low level clouds" usually doesn't mean anything

good, but with a small chance of light breaking up them, there can

be an amazing spectacle. Luckily this time I found a light I was

waiting for - and for that special moment I was ready with my cable

release in my hand. PS.

 

You may find a small triangular island on the horizon. It's Ailsa

Craig - a natural reserve for many sea birds. Hope you'll like it,

Piotr. Feel free to express your comments/critiques.

Some times such an image worth all of that planning, mobilization and hard work, any north of waterford is hard to trust, not just the weather:)))))

 

 

Wishing you all of the best my friend

such an dreamy place!and the flowers have made it much more attractive! lightening is perfect!

Your perseverance has certainly paid off with this beautiful capture, love the soft muted colours.Regards-Ross

... stealing the thunder of the sky and sea, which is hard to do. Wonderful colors and saturation here. Admirable shot.

Everything is good here Piotr! The foreground was well planned and the amazing sky I will call serendipitous. I know what you mean. I also have to plan ahead and I went this morning to the nearby mountains hoping to be so lucky, only to return never tripping the shutter because of heavy fog. Such is the life of us photogs. I commend you for hanging in and being ready when things fell together. The larger view reveals the island and makes this look even more impressive.

Absolutely beautiful! Colors, comp, detail... all is very good. Congrats!

lovley scene I love the golden light on forground, good work.

 

Rich

Lovely autumn feel to this shot, the golden colours are lifted well. The problem I have is that there isnt a strong enough focal point, it is certainly a pleasent view though. I need a stronger anchor point or some more dominant features, but dont get me wrong, I do like it. I know what you mean about the weather, looks like you do your research!