Saturday, October 18, 2003

Golden Hours

Been a nice couple of Autumnal days this week. Got out a couple of times sketching and photographing. I've also had the joy off walking home in the golden hour, which at this time of year always seems richer and more zesty than any other.

Last night was one of the most incredible skys I've seen for ages. The clouds were minimal but what there were were whispy and contrasted nicely with the bulging plumes of drifting vapour trails. I could see the airplanes hanging in the air, strongly lit higher in the full sunlight. The clouds gave it a depth and scale which really made me feel in a vast space.

Walking across the playing field in Fairwater, I almost felt like I was tripping. Everything was hyper real - three vapour trails bowed above my head as though fingers, whilst I walked in the palm , surrounded by the small hills of Fairwater. The kids playing football nearby chirped and sounded happy and my worries were gone for a short time. Magnificent. The landscape around here feels like Sim City 2000!

Obviously it had an effect on me (after that stream off consious ramble!) The photos do it no justice what so ever, but it was truly magnificent. One of those rare days when it feels good just to be.

I only found out last week that the one hill I walk across is called The Dell - fitting really! But all the more surreal given the city setting and surrounding views.

And down at Llandaff Cathedral... Long shadows and strong light, even in mid afternoon.

If only life was always that sweet! Unfortunately these brief moments are the only respite from a punishing workload and a busy family life. I grab 'em when I can!

Posted by Dio Bach at 00:01

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