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10-JAN-2006

Summer storm, South Luangwa National Park, Zambia, 2006

A heavy late afternoon rain approaches our Puku Ridge tented camp. I intensify the overwhelming presence of that huge rain cloud by wrapping it in overhanging leaves, limiting the space through which it must pass. There are more clouds than space in this shot, and it is that juxtaposition that gives this image its tension and power. And yes, when the rains came, they came with high winds and great energy. But the stronger the rain, the more quickly it ends. The typical summer rain in Zambia lasts for an hour or two, generally between five or six in the afternoon and seven or eight at night.

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Phil Douglis18-Feb-2006 00:16
You are very kind, Lara. This is a one of the reasons I chose to go to Zambia in the wet season. You won't find images like this one during the seasons when most of the tourists are there.
Lara S13-Feb-2006 04:28
What an amazing shot of the approaching storm. This is my favorite as well. What a stunning photo. Phil/
Phil Douglis26-Jan-2006 17:55
Thanks, Ramma -- I am glad this stuns you. It demonstrates the power of an expressive image -- the overwhelming presence of nature was right there -- both in reality, and in the image I have made of it.
Ramma 26-Jan-2006 08:43
Simply Stunning. My favourite.
Phil Douglis25-Jan-2006 05:01
Thanks, Alister -- did not know you were back in Borneo. This must be a familiar sight down there at this time of year. Thanks for the framing compliment. As for the rotation correction, I don't have as keen a sense of alignment as you do -- I tried to correct this, but only succeeded in making it look more lopsided. I have difficulty picking nits, so I am just leaving it as is.
alibenn25-Jan-2006 01:19
I like this, it very well conveys the energy of these storms...my favourite weather for sure...I sat and watched one from my hotel window in Borneo yesterday afternoon...

This is classic Phil framing...your horizon needs a CW rotation though ;)
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