There’s no better place to capture photographs of rain than a rain forest. I certainly would be hesitant to bring out my DSLR under these conditions, so this is where I have learned to appreciate my phone’s camera. I’m not sure how well it shows up, but there were plenty of large drops coming down when I took this shot near Hilo last summer.
Takeoffs and landings near thunderstorms can be on the turbulent side, but occasionally there’s a visual reward for being this close. I’m sure I was the only person hoping we would sit on the runway longer because I knew the delay would give this view. We were just a couple minutes off from seeing this one full circle.
As you know by now, I’ve spent a significant amount of time in the desert, and I still have a sense of fascination when the rain showers move through. There’s a unique scent that permeates the air, and a sense of freshness with the rain settling the dust. Summer storms frequently arrive just in time for sunset, providing memorable light shows.
While in Hawaii last summer, I made two nighttime crossings on the road near Mauna Kea. On the first one, the skies were clear and the moon had set for the night. The stars were incredible to witness, and I posted that shot about a week ago. On my second trip, I was driving through fog as I made the ascent. Somewhere near the summit, I pulled over. There was still a still a light haze present, but I could see stars, despite the fact that the moon was still visible. As I looked away from the moon, I saw this….I call it a moonbow.
March 25, 2018 at 5:50 am
These are all great. Rainbows are always such a treat.
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March 25, 2018 at 10:09 am
Thank you, Mary! And yes, more rain, more rainbows. 🌈
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March 25, 2018 at 9:35 am
Wow, that ‘moonbow’ is something else! 🙂 Great images, Steve.
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March 25, 2018 at 10:09 am
I’ve never encountered a situation like that moonbow before, so it was amazing to see and capture. Thank you, Camilla! 😊
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March 25, 2018 at 11:23 am
Your rainbows are terrific. Love your post this week. 😀
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March 25, 2018 at 8:45 pm
The world can never have too many rainbows. Thank you, Cee! 🙂
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March 25, 2018 at 12:04 pm
A moonbow – I love it!!
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March 25, 2018 at 8:43 pm
Just one of those unexpected moments I was glad to be able to see. Thank you, Eliza!!
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April 3, 2018 at 4:32 pm
I love that moonbow of course….But, those leaves all wet and alive are calling my name and take me there… so amazingly refreshing and crisp! Let it rain, let it rain! ❤
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April 4, 2018 at 7:45 pm
Thank you so much….I’m glad my photos could take you to a place in your memories!
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