Seablue Journal: My first half decent sunset shot

I'm discovering how photography has a lot to do with being in the right place at the right time. Many times I have seen great sunsets or sunrises, but I have not been able to find a place to capture their best qualities.

Trees and houses are probably the hardest things to deal with. The naked eye can appreciate the vista and even bring some imagination to bear upon the scene. The camera, as they say, doesn't lie. It records that great clump of trees or clutter of houses blocking the majestic scene.

I happened to be out photographing someone playing soccer, and when the match finished I found myself looking at a red sunset upon a beautiful canvas of clouds. I still managed to have street lights in the scene, which is not ideal. I think I just need to go to more places with my camera and particular times of day to discover the best vantage points.