Fence and field

A small field is seen framed by trees and a fence near Independence, Kan.

View On Black

Sunset

Storm light

A line of severe thunderstorms passed through our area tonight. And I had a feeling that they would pass over and the sun would pop back out creating one of my favorite photographic conditions. Where the foreground objects are lit by the setting sun, and the dark blue storm clouds form the backdrop. And sure enough, that's exactly what happened. And I had the camera ready and waiting!

Here's a couple shots.

Sunset

The sun sets in a blaze of color in Independence, Kan.

I shot the sun rise this morning, so when this evening's sunset turned into a spectacular show of color it only seemed right to shoot it as well.

Sunrise

A young cow eats as the sun rises near Independence, Kan, Wednesday, April 8, 2009. Area ranchers have been burning their pastures and the smoke from the grass fires has created a hazy atmosphere.