I always wondered what the lighthouse would look like from the top of the escarpment using my 500 mm lens. I have that lens mostly for birding or other nature photography and it doesn't come out of the case very often. But I thought this would be a perfect use for it as a landscape lens. The lighthouse is over six and a half kilometers from the observation point. Interestingly I could see individual birds on the island from that distance through the lens.

Well the shot didn't come off exactly as I hoped but I like the finished image anyway. It was a hot humid day and the atmosphere really impacted the clarity of the image. 

However the sky was very moody and I suspected a rain storm was imminent. Quick check on the radar - oh darn, phone in the car - again. I have to start remembering to unplug it and put in my pocket. I didn't want to tear down my setup but it was a public spot. Could almost see the car so made the decision to make a quick dash back and grab the phone. 

Well rain was coming and it looked like it would be exciting, maybe some lightning strikes on the island or the lighthouse. But unfortunately the rain came fast and furious - on me long before it got to the bay. I stuck it out with the lens dry bag over the camera and took a few shots. Lightning didn't happen after all and Lilly and I got thoroughly soaked - we headed back to the car - no point running at that point. 

Speaking of Lilly she is the best photographer's friend. She seems to just get it. When I set up the camera she always stays close by, minding her own business, always the very best of behavior. She sat patiently beside me through the down pour, never complaining never fussing. I couldn't ask for more and might expect far less except that I have come to know her as the best of friends, always sticking with me through thick and thin on my outings.