End of the Day at "Erwin's Pond"

[regnaD kciN]

This small lake in the Lake Desire Nature Area in southeast King County was “discovered” and named by noted landscape photographer Erwin Buske. It’s a great location, especially for sunset. That evening was a waiting game, expecting the setting sun to drop below the horizon and light up the high clouds. I wasn’t disappointed.

[CaliforniaPeggy]

1. You sure do know where to look, my dear regnaD kciN!

These show the progression and they are breathtaking.

[Diamond_Dog]

2. Gorgeous purple sky!

[Walleye]

3. Outstanding! Definitely worth waiting for

[2naSalit]

4. Great catch! X3!

[anciano]

5. Awesome pics!

[brer cat]

6. Those are wonderful!

[Mousetoescamper]

7. Splendid photos!

I appreciate the effort that goes into getting shots like these.

Just getting to a good location takes time and timing.

I travelled three hours to a dark skies park in May, hoping to get some Milky Way shots, and it was a total washout. Clear skies were forecast that night but upper atmosphere ice crystals ruined visibility. I always enjoy the adventure, though, and sometimes there's camping involved.