Clouds and Smoke

[AlanLichty]

We don't get many storms up here in the Pacific NW during the summer months but one is rolling in today so I wandered out to see what the sunrise might have to offer. Most of the clouds were still to the west but the combination of a bit of wildfire smoke and some low clouds offered a nice view of Mt. St. Helens. Shot with the 166mm lens on a Mavic 3 Pro.

C&C always welcome.

 

[Beth]

the smoke brings out all of the layers in the trees and hills. gorgeous color.

 

[AlanLichty]

the smoke brings out all of the layers in the trees and hills. gorgeous color.

Thanks - that's what got my attention for this view. Wait 'til you see what was just off to the left of this scene with the leading edge of the incoming clouds.

 

[IainGFoulds]

… Like that you have kept the subtle, subdued tones.

 

[AlanLichty]

… Like that you have kept the subtle, subdued tones.

Thanks Iain - I am not a big fan of overcooking colors for a scene like this one. Besides - it already had a pleasing palette to begin with

 

[Douglas Sherman]

Nice soft tones, Alan.

 

[JimFox]

The smoke adds a great touch!

 

[AlanLichty]

Nice soft tones, Alan.

Thanks Doug - I was hoping the main bank of clouds extended as far east as St. Helens (it didn't) but the smoky skies made up for that.

The smoke adds a great touch!

Thanks Jim - the sunrise/sunset color is about the only thing I like about wildfire smoke and in this case was just the right amount.

 

[DES]

I think ethereal is a good descriptive word for this. The colors and layers are spectacular.

 

[AlanLichty]

I think ethereal is a good descriptive word for this. The colors and layers are spectacular.

Thanks - When the skies are not clear I get some really nice layering with the foothills leading towards Mt. St. Helens using a telephoto lens. This scene didn't really look all that compelling with the wider lenses but once I switched to the 166mm the smaller scene at the horizon made all the difference.