It stopped raining for a day, so Linda, Jean and I went off to catch the Fair Oaks Bridge in the golden light. Yes, we asked for rain in California, and we are getting it. The drought is officially over–at least in Northern California!

We chose Fair Oaks because it’s close and the sky looked like the clouds would dump rain at any time. It was a fun couple of hours. I had a chance to play with natural light and composition. It seems so easy now, and I realize that I’ve come a long way with my photographic abilities.

The bridge didn’t disappoint us and neither did the golden light. The next day, the rain resumed. I’m so glad we were able to get out for those two hours.

Approaching the bridge.

A different angle.

The sun is beginning to set.

This area along the American River is popular with families and cyclists.

Roots are totally exposed.

Fishermen are coming back.

A family enjoys time along the river.

Lichen on the trees.

A view of another bridge.

The underside of the bridge.

The bridge peeking through the brush.

Trees in the golden light.

Sunset on the American River.

Sunset shot through gates on the bridge.

The deep colors of sunset.