Spring in Silicon Valley

Last Monday I got off work just in time to catch one of the more memorable sunsets I have seen here in Silicon Valley. I grabbed my son who wanted to catch some fresh air and headed for the county park behind our neighborhood. If you think you’ve seen this oak tree before, you’re right – it’s the same tree that’s located next to an important IBM R&D facility.

Even if I’ve been there many times before, this was actually the first time I shot in this park while the grass was still green. This color only happens for a few months in the winter and spring.

That’s the beauty of living in the SF Bay Area. All the big high tech companies have their headquarters in the midst of a beautiful nature and we enjoy warm weather all year around. Just last night I almost hit a coyote and two bobcats, within 30 seconds of each other, right here on the streets of San Jose.

Nikon D300
10mm, f/16, 1/15 sec, ISO200
Lee ND Grad 0.9+0.6

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Great shot Ivan. I really like the clouds, lush colors and the composition. I love the Bay area, and am always amazed by the diversity of climates and vistas found within an hour’s drive from San Francisco.
http://www.ivanmakarov.com Ivan Makarov

Hi Matthew -

Yes, I have to pinch myself sometimes how beautiful the nature is around here. Truly a paradise.

I wish the clouds came more often. I probably will not see a sunset like this till next winter.

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