I photograph in foggy morning to create mood (About 3 Part 4)

Palmdale #6: I usually head out to take pictures in the dark and sometimes return to an RV park in Florida when the sun is fully up. However, there are times when the fog lingers, and horses are grazing in the field. Those misty mornings with horses grazing sound magical, especially after an early start. It feels like a reward for my dedication to capturing those quiet, atmospheric moments. How do I decide when it’s the right time to head out, given the unpredictable nature of fog and light?

Pasture: I spend my winters in Florida, which allows me to capture images that contrast with what I see in the Midwest. Sometimes I encounter heavy fog in the morning, even when away from any water body. This fog helps isolate a subject and allows me to play with negative space. I have captured an image of a cow and a tree in a vast pasture field, where you could only see one cow despite knowing there are more in the field. The image ends up being a minimalistic and atmospheric scene.

Rising: Visiting Ocala, Florida, I’ve encountered a stretch of palm trees in a park that faced many distractions around them. One morning, the temperature dropped to near freezing, and as it quickly rose with the warming sun, I hurried to the scene. The fog created the perfect moment where nature aligned with my vision. The fog added a beautiful, ethereal quality to the image, allowing the palm trees to stand out without any distractions. It’s always rewarding when patience and timing come together.