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were mystical ghosts with clucks and squawks
emanating from "out there." is atmospheric
scene was challenging. After 30 minutes, the
fog began to lift and sun filtered through the
fog which gave a soft, diffused light on my
subject. is diffused light is a photographer's
dream, the opposite to harsh light in which
dark shadows will appear. My background was
now in a soft, misty gray while the gold fields
were dulled in color. e muted grays and
rust-toned feathers were still vivid. e foggy
conditions did not deter their behavior. Nei-
ther did the farmer's cattle and mingling deer
who all laid claim to the stubble fields.
As for me, the new natural elements gave
my photos another dimension. at morning
and 16 other mornings, I walked away from
the fields knowing my photo challenges were
complete and rewarding.
Twig tossing
