Concepcion Volcano, Ometepe Island, Nicaragua
To watch the cloud movement around a volcano is an experience to behold. You could watch this for hours and the scene will constantly change.
I captured this cloud formation with just the peak showing. It appears like an island in the mist.
That is it for now. Happy trails
Ah, the joy of photographing. I boarded the bus in Matagalpa heading to Jinotaga. Looking to capture the beauty of the Nicaragua mountains. I have traveled this route many times, so where to photograph was not a problem. My goal was to find a stretch of highway to walk along and capture as many locations as possible. It is now the rainy season here. The landscapes are lush and green now. If you look closely you will discover many shades of green. Earth tones are abundant.
As you observe this mountainous landscape, you will find there is a great deal of depth both vertically and horizontally. This will greatly enhance your 2D photo, allowing to create the 3D effect with the right composition.
The bus slowly crept up the mountain taking on passengers and discharging passengers. My jump off point soon arrived and off I went. Just me and the birds in the folds of the mountains. Quiet and peaceful. The beauty of the land before you. It makes you feel pretty small in a place like this.One of the big issues I had this morning was haze. You just have to take it in stride. As I was strolling along I observed this nice framed scene. I captured this particular image for its dramatic effects.
Well that is it for this week. There will be more to come. So until next time happy trails.
Train of Love
There is a train
Coming down the track
Baby, you and I
We’ll ride that train
It’s the train of love
Yeah baby
You and I
On the train of love
Don’t know where it goes
But who cares
We’ll ride our love
Down them tracks
On the train of love
Yeah baby,
You and I
On the train of love
Them big ole wheels
Rolling along
I’ll hold you in my arms
As we rock along
Down that railway track
Yeah baby,
You and I
On the train of love
Over the mountains
Through the valleys
You and I, baby
We’ll ride them rails
On the train of love
Yeah baby,
You and I
On the train of love
Yeah baby
We’ll rocking and rolling
On the train of love
Down them tracks
To the end of the line
This is a very late evening shot. Thus the slow shutter sped. This creates the effect of smoothing the look of the water surging into shore. The predominant colours here are blue and white. This creates a sense of peace and serenity. It is a very calming piece to look at. Throw in some rock and shoreline to give added contrast and change of Color. It will open your senses to want to be able to listen to the sounds surrounding you. Use your imagination.
So, till next time happy trails.
Bittersweet Memories
You walked out the door
You never said a word
You never came back
All you left
Was bittersweet memories
You never came back
You never came back
You filled my life
With the sound of your laughter
The smile you gave me
Like a candle in the dark
But all you left
Was bittersweet memories
You never came back
You never came back
The house is empty
My life is empty
The walls are silent
Your voice and laughter
Just a memory
All you left
Is bittersweet memories
I listen for the sound
Of your footsteps
But I know
You will never come back
You will never come back
All you left
Is bittersweet memories
You never came back
You never came back
Ken Bennison
The mountains cast in black
Deep shadows until dawn
The wind now a murmur
The birds gone to roost
The last of the evening light
Casting the billowing clouds
In a golden array
The clouds ever changing
Creating art for the imagination
Of fertile minds
But then the darkness intrudes
The light slowly fades
With the last rays of light
The stars become brilliant
In the far heavens
Ken Bennison
When the sun goes down
On this heart of mine
I get this lonely feeling
As the darkness descends
Because way down in my soul
I still love a women
Our love was like a medley
That faded with time
You were my first love
Your charms were irresistible
Deep down in my heart
I will always love you
You meant so much to me
I always felt so good
Being around you
I’m always fallen in love
Whenever I think of you
But alas
We were too young
In the ways of love
Missing you now
You had this way
Of soothing my soul
When the stars shine
At night
I am reminded of your
Sparkling eyes
When the sun goes down
On this heart of mine
I get this lonely feeling
As the darkness descends
Because way down in my soul
I still love a women
