Misty Mornings

Living in Newport Beach this year has been quite the experience. I have noticed so many things about nature that I have failed to see before. In particular, the time of day truly effects the weather at the beach-visually, textually and physically. Sitting on the lifeguard tower in front of our house, I captured this photo. I found the way the light filtered through the morning fog to be beautiful and mysterious. I was intrigued by the mist and the color that it emitted throughout the atmosphere. The area became this greyish tone that turned the sand into a cooler color than it normally is. I found it interesting that the surrounding objects and areas changed their normal appearance due to the fog and the colors that it conveyed. This image really spoke to me. I don't know if it is the mystery that is behind the cloudy unknown or if it is the altered appearance of nature, but I have not stopped visiting the lifeguard tower every morning since this picture was taken.

The light is certainly the most prominent aspect of the photograph and how it affects the emotional aspect of the piece. The misty atmosphere made each crease in the sand more apparent, while smoothing out the skyline. I really appreciated this alteration in my normal view. I will treasure these early mornings and forever ponder how lighting effects the simple things in life.

Lighting 50C has taught me to appreciate light in a completely different way. I look forward to discovering more about lighting and how it alters my perception on things. I have learned a great deal this quarter and I am excited to incorporate my new knowledge into my future endeavors.

Thank you for a great quarter!