Close to Home

After a couple long nights of executing previsualized photos, I decided to take a more leisurely approach one morning. Armed with my camera and every lens I might have conceivably used, I began strolling around the neighborhood, hoping an opportunity would present itself. It took a great deal of willpower to not simply lock in my camera and begin snapping as soon as the comet rose above the trees, but my self-control paid off just as the sky began to brighten with twilight. I'm not sure whether I noticed the comet or its reflection first when I chanced upon this composition; I'm even less sure that it matters. I captured the scene to the best of my ability and headed for home, satisfied with the morning's efforts – and grateful that, unlike on previous days, no hour-long drive stood between me and my bed.

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From Summer comet of 2020