I use light as my paint brush. I look for available light in different forms, qualities, and textures. Light also has a playful quality, shown in these images. Here is a child captivated by the surprise light generated when a sparker is lit, as her father looks on with delight.
Light painting is another fun way to capture light. Two images here demonstrate the power and beauty of diffused atmospheric light. I used in-camera motion, referred to as ICM, to take a picture of my front yard holiday tree. I slowed down the shutter speed and then moved my camera rapidly. I never know what I’m going to get. I enjoy seeing the results.
Shown here is a beach shot photographed at Coney in the fog. Even though the sun was up (which creates harsh light), the fog created diffused light, resulting in a painterly feel to the image.
Sunrise can be the most magical time to capture light in its most expressive essence. Here is a photo captured at China Lake. I love the layers of light in the sky and water created as light hits the clouds and fog. While motion is implied in the atmosphere, the still water offers meditative calm.