As a photographer, at times I find myself struggling for inspiration, trying to find that perfect composition or the perfect conditions, and far too often pining to be at an iconic National Geographic worthy locations. Then I would certainly get that keeper shot!
But the truth is that when you live somewhere (which we all do!), you tend to become blind to what is in your own back yard. And my back yard has some real gems!
How many people have driven up Foothill completely oblivious to the San Gabriel Mountains towering over the golf course? I admit I am one of them. But this particular morning after a heavy rainstorm, the skies were beginning to clear, the sun peeking through the breaking clouds flooding the stunning green of the course.
My heart raced and I quickly pulled over, grabbed my camera which I nearly always have with me. Even though the golf course was brightly lit, the rain was still pelting down where I stood soaking me to the bone. Off came the rain jacket which I then used to protect my gear.
I raced up and down the roadside looking for a composition. It couldn’t have been better. The rain, the sun drenched golf course, the brooding clouds and majestic mountains all added up to a view of the valley that epitomizes just what we have in our own backyard.
It’s been one my most popular images over time and I have it here for all to enjoy.
