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Apr 19, 2018 10:13:02   #
craig.j.tucker
 
Notice the shaft of light from the sun. That's called a "Sun Pillar", and according to Chicago's weatherman a rare phenomenon. At age 65, I've seen hundreds of sunrises and sunsets and this is the only Sun Pillar I've ever seen.





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Apr 19, 2018 10:20:25   #
nhastings Loc: Telluride, CO
 
Absolutely great shots!

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Apr 19, 2018 10:25:21   #
craig.j.tucker
 
Thanks-- I was very lucky

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Apr 19, 2018 10:46:36   #
mark53
 
Is this a variation on the "green flash" in the Keys?

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Apr 19, 2018 10:49:03   #
MSW
 
nice photos!

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Apr 19, 2018 10:50:30   #
craig.j.tucker
 
I'm really not familiar with the "green flash" on the Keys. Is that a light phenomenon?

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Apr 19, 2018 10:50:57   #
mark53
 
and living on the other side of the lake, I only get to take sunsets. Great pictures!

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Apr 19, 2018 10:52:06   #
vicksart Loc: Novato, CA -earthquake country
 
Great timing. A perfect blend of water, clouds and color.

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Apr 19, 2018 10:55:05   #
mark53
 
craig.j.tucker wrote:
I'm really not familiar with the "green flash" on the Keys. Is that a light phenomenon?


Presumably, a horizontal green flash appears briefly just a the sun sets. Since I've never witnessed it personally (nor has my brother who lives there), I don't know if it's real, and wonder if just a good reason to get together with friends at sunset! If anyone knows, let me know--I'll look harder next visit.

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Apr 19, 2018 11:00:12   #
craig.j.tucker
 
I saw a photo of this, and it sounds like a variation of the sun pillar. You might have to wait until you're 65 like me to see one. But until then, grab some friends and brews and wait it out.

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Apr 19, 2018 11:03:16   #
nhastings Loc: Telluride, CO
 
mark53 wrote:
Presumably, a horizontal green flash appears briefly just a the sun sets. Since I've never witnessed it personally (nor has my brother who lives there), I don't know if it's real, and wonder if just a good reason to get together with friends at sunset! If anyone knows, let me know--I'll look harder next visit.


I have witnessed many "green flashes" but always over the ocean. You need absolutely perfect weather, no clouds, no smog. Just as the sun goes below the horizon you can see the green flash. But, you cannot be staring at the sun or your eyes will be compromised. Look away and just keep looking until the moment arrives. It is very cool but I have no idea if it occurs over lakes. I have even been able to photograph it but not sure where in my files it may be. If I remember correctly I shot it when I was using film. If you are on an ocean cruise, be ready for sunset if the weather permits.

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Apr 19, 2018 11:06:57   #
mark53
 
craig.j.tucker wrote:
I saw a photo of this, and it sounds like a variation of the sun pillar. You might have to wait until you're 65 like me to see one. But until then, grab some friends and brews and wait it out.


I'm 64 and a half, so I won't have too long to wait.

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Apr 19, 2018 11:09:06   #
fourg1b2006 Loc: Long Island New York
 
Wonderful looking images. Great job.

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Apr 19, 2018 11:12:06   #
charlienow Loc: Hershey, PA
 
great shots! I love good sunset/sunrise photos

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Apr 20, 2018 12:44:52   #
ebbote Loc: Hockley, Texas
 
Very good Craig.

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