When the Nighttime Is the Right Time
In 1980 at a mostly unmemorable crossroads, nighttime was coming on, and I was looking for a motel. Some options popped up against the dark purple night sky, etched in neon, way beyond Bartlett’s Market, Midwest Furniture with its Carpets, and a Cafe. I might need a cafe sooner or later, but I didn’t need any carpets. I kept moving on down the highway, but not without a stop to photograph what shows up best against a darkening midwest sky: neon signs. ♣
I’m frequently shooting things from the past. You’ll find more in my Time Travels, HERE.
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Hi Jann, it is a true artistic piece. The night sky looks very interesting inspite of it being night. 🙂
Appreciate that, Norma. Do you ever shoot at night? It can be challenging, when you’re unused to it, but often rewarding.
Jann, how did you know I was afraid of shooting at nights. ;)Normally I’m patient but I go mad shooting at night time. It takes twice my time, energy and patience and I’m still not happy with the results. How do you shoot at night? 🙂
Didn’t know, and I was actually thinking of myself. The more you do anything, the easier it gets–the thing is not to fear night photography and just try it! Tricks of the trade include longer exposures, using tripods (or whatever’s stationary and handy, like a rock or a railing) and of course, having a source of light to focus on and around. Bracketing is key. Then there’s post-processing to make up for the camera’s failures . . . So it’s not always about the gorgeous golden time light. Mostly it is, though 😀
Thanks Jann, for the encouragement and sharing the tricks. I’ll try to click in the night and share it soon. 🙂
Neon nights—a good choice of subject anytime.
Agreed. I actually like them in late afternoon sun best–for the shadows they create.
Beautiful image!
Glad to hear from you. Thanks, Jamie.
Pity there wasn’t a motel sign as well … would have been good advertising. Loved the story and the photo too – thanks for sharing 🙂
Actually in the wee far distance there are a few. 😀 Glad you enjoyed it and thank you. Do you like to shoot at night?
My honest answer to shooting at night would be no. My camera never replicates what I see with my naked eye so I stick to landscapes and people during the day.