A recent visit to Tybee Island in Savannah, GA was an awesome treat. A partly cloudy day overcast with shadows created the perfect setting for creating moody light. The water was marvelous with temperature of at least 80 degrees.
Typically, a photographer is quite cautious with camera equipment on the beach, especially on windy days. Additionally, the midday light is not usually preferred. But on this particular afternoon, there was very little wind or bright sunlight. A few miles south the clouds were threatening a storm.
In the distance, one could see the dark blue-grey clouds. The light had a blueish grey cast. Perfect for creating a moody yet threatening sky.
Most beach goers took the hint and packed up their belongings to head for shelter. I took the opportunity to capture the dramatic color of light in the clouds and on the water. The brown pelicans that were previously diving for fish suddenly disappeared, but to the dismay of my party, I lingered in utter joy as I clicked away.
Suddenly, I felt a sharp bite on my leg and observed an army of ants biting and climbing up my legs. I danced and hopped along the sand screaming in agony while trying to balance my camera equipment and continuing to shoot the fantastic sky and ocean. I guess I could say I was in a Light Mood.
Enjoy!
Tybee Island Gallery
