Tuesday, September 5, 2017

Badlands {Trekking through the Yellow Mounds}

The last time I was in Rapid City, I dropped down into the Badlands on my way home. I hadn't been through there all summer and was needing the refuge of solitude and rugged landscape. The evening started off cloudy and I wasn't sure what kind of color I would get at sunset.


I parked near one of my favorite spots showcasing the yellow mounds on the west side of the park. 


 Venturing down in the the canyons I followed the dried up creek bed. 


Just as the sun set, it passed through a sliver in the clouds and exploded the area in color. It was amazing!


I stayed out past visible light, wanting to try some long exposure in the clouds.

ISO 200, f/22, 63"



ISO 100, F/22, 91"

I was glad I'd prepared for shooting late and brought my headlamp. The trek back to the car through dark Badlands was interesting. Though I've lived in SoDak for a total of 17 years, I'm still not used to the deep darkness of night.
The adventure was so worth it!

7 comments:

  1. Great mind for capturing what is beautiful. Your vision-your art, helps me breathe. Great work.

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    1. Ken, Your words are so appreciated! Thank you! :) Hope to see you both this weekend!

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    2. I am late in discovering these pictures as i am still learning my way around technology. They are stunning. My love for Gods creation only grows deeper as I admire your work

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    3. I am late in discovering these pictures as i am still learning my way around technology. They are stunning. My love for Gods creation only grows deeper as I admire your work

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