I love inclement weather, if there even is such a thing here in Southern California. While we don't get that much bad weather here we do get the occasional storm front that breaks us from our routines and reminds us just how dependent we are on sunshine. Storms bring dark moody textures to a scene, high sculpting winds and a beautiful yet menacing feel to the land. By far my favorite time to shoot though is the break in the storm, when clouds begin to break apart and disperse allowing the sun the punch through. These moment are often incredibly dramatic with clean crisp air after a good rainfall, golden light casting rays of light to fall upon the earth. Places once overrun by people are desolate and abandoned, but there are those few who flock to see this transformation. Often left in awe at the sight of it, with good reason too. Humanity gathers inspiration from moments such as these to lift their spirits, to give them hope or give them courage. It's that reminder that light always breaks through the darkness, that's storms pass and leave us sometimes scarred but transformed through the experience. In turn we become the light that shines through the darkness to inspire those in need. It is amazing how our lives and experiences mimic the inspirational and dramatic patterns of the world around us. #california #carlsbad #cbadmag #sunset #goldenhour #clouds #nature #nikonusa #fluxphotography #fluxphoto #igvision #agameoftones