Drama over Ponte Vecchio Metal Print

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Spanning the Arno River in the city of Florence, Italy, the Ponte Vecchio is a landmark in that historic city. The first bridge on that site was made mention in 996AD. It was destroyed by a flood in 1117 and reconstructed after that only to be swept away again in 1333. Two central piers are said to have remained, It was rebuilt in 1345.

For my first day in Florence it was completely overcast and a washout with rain throughout the day. Rainy skies can lead to dramatic skies at sunrise and sunset if the clouds start to break up at that time. I hoped for the best as I headed out in the early morning pre-dawn hours. As the first light appeared, I could see the clouds breaking and I knew that if the distant horizon had a clearing there could be the potential for real drama. Well the wait paid off as over the following 20 to 30 minutes one dramatic scene after another unfolded before me waiting for me to capture it.

In this one, dramatic rays from the sun could be seen risi...

As a photographer, it is my belief that the two essential elements in a photograph are vision and light. Vision pushes the photographer out at different seasons, times and conditions to capture what he wants to convey and light is the primary tool in fulfilling that vision. My main passions in photography are in capturing country landscapes and small towns. As an avid student of history, I also enjoy finding out about the history of the region I am exploring. The best part of photography is being in a wonderful location and heading out very early in the morning or late in the evening when most people are still sleeping or settling in for the night. At that time there are no crowds and the location is all yours. The lighting is...