Thursday, May 21, 2020

Staying Local

Last week I posted some recent moon shoots that I took locally (not my usual desert photos). The moon was rising about the same time the sun was setting, which creates a real dilemma. Shoot east at the moon or west at the setting sun?? Don't we wish all our problems were so wonderful? Here are shots from the same evening, but looking west.

Downtown LA






Linking with Skywatch Friday.
Thanks for stopping by. Stay safe and healthy.
PS: Joshua Tree National Park is open again. Yippee!
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48 comments:

  1. Nanda kumarMay 21, 2020 at 9:03 PM

    Wow! Marvellous shots

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  2. Small City ScenesMay 21, 2020 at 9:48 PM

    Lovely shots----great color specially in the last two and of course the first is very romantic
    MB

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  3. Billy Blue EyesMay 21, 2020 at 11:09 PM

    I can only think of one word that describes them. Beautiful

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  4. Bill May 21, 2020 at 11:53 PM

    It must be wonderful there with cleaner air--- Fabulous pictures.

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  5. italiafinlandiaMay 22, 2020 at 1:04 AM

    Yes, we all wish our problems were so wonderful...sure.
    Your parting shot is particularly stunning.
    Have a nice weekend!

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  6. LieselotteMay 22, 2020 at 1:22 AM

    Einzigartige, harmonische Eindrücke.

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  7. Pisi PrklMay 22, 2020 at 1:35 AM

    Fantastic set of photos!

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  8. s.cMay 22, 2020 at 2:02 AM

    Even local your shots are great.

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  9. TomMay 22, 2020 at 2:54 AM

    ...local looks mighty good to me!

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  10. John "By Stargoose And Hanglands"May 22, 2020 at 2:56 AM

    A nice decision to have to make; lovely scenes in both directions.

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  11. JimMay 22, 2020 at 3:17 AM

    Great colours.

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  12. eileeninmdMay 22, 2020 at 3:43 AM

    Hello, gorgeous sunset series . I love the first couple silhouette and colorful sky. Yay for the park opening. Enjoy your Friday, Happy Memorial Day weekend!

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  13. GayleMay 22, 2020 at 4:35 AM

    That's one thing photographers have; choices. You choose well for these shots. Peace

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  14. Yamini MacLeanMay 22, 2020 at 5:20 AM

    Hari OM
    Well, I am glad you opted for both directions!!! YAM xx

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  15. Marie SmithMay 22, 2020 at 5:21 AM

    These are perfect. You gave a new perspective to sunset!

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  16. AlanaMay 22, 2020 at 5:32 AM

    Absolutely gorgeous (of course!) especially the first and last ones. Those colors are amazing.

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  17. ~Lavender Dreamer~May 22, 2020 at 5:35 AM

    How lovely! And I'm so glad your park is open again. It's been crazy to see parks close when you can easily go and not see anyone...or very few people! Hiking has sure helped me stay sane through this time. It sure got HOT though! Take care and enjoy your day!

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  18. Jan K. alias AfanjaMay 22, 2020 at 5:56 AM

    Nice and peaceful scenery.

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  19. KarenMay 22, 2020 at 6:39 AM

    Oh, gorgeous. Love the last shot with the silhouettes.

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  20. magiceyeMay 22, 2020 at 6:43 AM

    Amazing shades captured!

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  21. thomasMay 22, 2020 at 6:45 AM

    Beautiful glow

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  22. Yogi♪♪♪May 22, 2020 at 6:52 AM

    Wow, beautiful shots!!

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  23. carol l mckennaMay 22, 2020 at 7:18 AM

    Awesome sky shots ~ nature's gifts captured so well ^_^

    Be Safe, Be Well,
    A ShutterBug Explores,
    aka (A Creative Harbor)

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  24. rupam sarmaMay 22, 2020 at 7:23 AM

    Stunning skies, Fantastic shots.
    Stay well. Happy Weekend.

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  25. Magical Mystical TeacherMay 22, 2020 at 7:58 AM

    Day's end is a welcome--and usually colorful--time in the desert.

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  26. Laurel WoodMay 22, 2020 at 8:44 AM

    Your photos are absolutely beautiful. Have a safe and happy weekend.

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  27. KayniMay 22, 2020 at 11:16 AM

    Beautiful skies out there. I have yet to visit Joshua National Tree Park.

    Have a great weekend.

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  28. Lady FiMay 22, 2020 at 11:17 AM

    Wow - how gorgeous!

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  29. junieper2/jesh StGMay 22, 2020 at 11:35 AM

    Am cheering with you that the park opened up again, Peter! Although when it was closed you still had plenty of places to go, it seemed:) Love these sunsets! For me your moon shots were more impressive, since I don't know how to do them:) Have agreat weekend in the park!

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  30. KlaraMay 22, 2020 at 11:45 AM

    gorgeous.

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  31. Liz A.May 22, 2020 at 12:39 PM

    Always the great colors in a sunset shot. Beautiful.

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  32. jack69May 22, 2020 at 12:58 PM

    I love the color you catch. What beauty you do find. THANKS again!

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  33. AnnieMay 22, 2020 at 4:51 PM

    Lovely. There is beauty even close to home!

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  34. Nancy ChanMay 23, 2020 at 6:07 AM

    Beautiful photos and stunning sky shots. Have a great weekend.

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  35. JocelynMay 23, 2020 at 6:49 AM

    Wow! Amazing shots!

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  36. Susie of ArabiaMay 23, 2020 at 7:01 AM

    Every one of these shots is postcard worthy! I especially love the framing with the leaves of the very last one.

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  37. Stevenson QMay 23, 2020 at 9:33 AM

    Fire in the sky! Love it my friend. I love the third photo, reminds me of a scene from Lala Land before Ryan and Emma sang City of Stars :)

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  38. CynthiaMay 23, 2020 at 12:53 PM

    Wow! 360 degrees of amazing beauty!

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  39. RantenMay 23, 2020 at 4:00 PM

    Lovely pictures! Stay healthy!

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  40. Light and VoicesMay 24, 2020 at 10:47 AM

    Silhouettes, landscapes, sky on fire .... beautiful photographs no matter where you take them. Is it the camera? Is it the lens? Nope. It is your technical information stored in that brain of yours and that creative spirit you possess. The adventurous quality is on the back burner but soon it will be FREE again. Hold tight. There is hope. Be safe.

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  41. RoseMay 24, 2020 at 7:59 PM

    These are so beautiful!

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  42. Linda HensleyMay 25, 2020 at 1:05 PM

    Lovely! Spectacular colors.

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  43. Sallie (FullTime-Life)May 27, 2020 at 4:27 PM

    Oh what a difficult choice ... stunning beauty no matter which way you turn! Laughing with you, but very grateful you shared both sides!

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  44. Sallie (FullTime-Life)May 27, 2020 at 4:31 PM

    Oh and forgot to say I’m so glad that JT is open again. Look forward to enjoying it again through your posts.

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  45. AngieMay 27, 2020 at 8:14 PM

    So glad you took both east and west, and we got to see it ALL! Love the photos with the cute couple. And glad the park is open again - we are still waiting for Glacier to do the same!

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  46. DawnMay 27, 2020 at 9:24 PM

    My favorite, ironically enough is the one with the wires in it.

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  47. KarlMay 28, 2020 at 8:49 AM

    Lovely evening shots !

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  48. Sharon WagnerMay 28, 2020 at 11:48 AM

    We're headed to the Southwest soon. So I'll be back in red rock country. It feels like going home. That is a really nice sunset view. Life is better with a view. Especially sunset!

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