When we arrived at Coast Guard Beach on the last day of our workshop, the winds were howling! The hurricane had gone out to sea, but, we could feel it’s 35mph winds and 45mph gusts. We sat bundled up in our cars, looking at the dark brooding sky,hoping for some magic. I said a silent prayer, give us a little break in the sky, and let us end this wonderful tour with a bang. Not too long after, I looked through my sunroof and saw a patch of blue sky. I got on the walkie talkie and shouted, lets go! Most of us ended up at the beach, feet spread apart leaning into the wind when THIS happened! I said a silent thank you when we headed back to the car.
You have to show up! And being on a workshop or tour helps that to happen! If you click on the image to make it bigger, you can see the three birds.
I have a few openings for my spring Charleston and Smokies workshops. And Rad Drew has invited me to join his Palouse tour in mid May. I’d love to see you on any of these!
I’ll be adding an October Cape Cod Experience for 2017 with the amazing Betty Wiley very soon. Stay tuned!
I’m off to the Smoky Mountains on Friday where Rad Drew and I will be co-leading a group. Can’t wait!
What an wow-mazing way to end the workshop! Prayer works and this is the proof! So looking forward to being “there” in December!
Thank you Diana!
John,
What a fantastic shot. I was going to say how fortunate you were, but this wasn’t luck. You anticipated this one and it worked. One of the best shots of yours that I have seen. I hope we cross paths again soon. I am a member of the South Shore Camera Club in Quincy, and we would be elated if you could ever be one of our guest speakers.
Larry Richardson
Vice President
SSCC
Hello Larry. Thank you. Lets make the speaking gig happen! How do we do that?
Outstanding capture!
Your eyes are always open…it ain’t luck.
Thank you Steve!
An incredible shot. One that you will remember for a long time. Love how you captured the drama and the hope with the birds flying. Each bird is so distinct. It is amazing that they were able to fly in those winds. So glad you captured this and shared. It is a prize winner for sure.
Thank you Mary. It was an amazing experience and yes, one I will not soon forget.
JB,
What an ah-hah moment experience. Great capture: one that only comes along by being in the right place at the right time. A moment captured in time. Awesome….I’m jealous, again -:)
🙂 Thanks Linda.
Wowee! Breathtaking. What an incredible addition to your already powerful portfolio!
Thank you Felice!! 🙂
This is amazing. Everything just came together for a singular moment, never to be repeated. The sea, the sky, the joyous birds, and a skilled photographer. I have made many such similar images but am pretty confident I’ll never make one this glorious. So glad you were there.
Thank you Bob.
John, this is a spectacular image – just stunning!
Thank you Joan.
WOO-HOO, John! This is an outstanding moment to have captured. I would not have said a silent thank you, though. I would be screaming it at the top of my joy-filled lungs for all to hear! lol. One to remember.
Thank you Brenda!