Sky Watch #58


IMG_0003, originally uploaded by M'roy.

With the sun setting earlier nowadays, I am able to do quite a few sunset watching while on the drive home.

This one was on Tuesday night between 7:30 and 7:45. The five-lane West 580 in Oakland was reduced to 2 lanes as police cars, tow trucks, and ambulance/firetrucks close 3 lanes to attend to a nasty accident. Since we were barely moving at all and the sunset is right in front of me (driving towards the bay) I decided to whip out my point and shoot and well, shoot! I got to about 2 shots when my car needed to move about five inches. I was also going to shoot the accident, but I saw the policeman was right there. I don't wanna get caught being a kibitzer. Anyway, I thought I'd let you know this one's a SOOC.

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Comments

  1. Regina September 03, 2009 9:57 AM

    Lovely glow. Nice shot!
    Like the photos below.
    Regards. Happy weekend.
    Regina
    My SkyWatch "here"

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  2. JamesSeptember 03, 2009 10:07 AM

    Wonderful shot. The colors are amazing.

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  3. KayniSeptember 03, 2009 10:15 AM

    beautiful =)

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  4. DewdropSeptember 03, 2009 10:53 AM

    Gorgeous layers... almost a blessing you were caught up in all that traffic, if not for the accident... really gave you time to appreciate and take in the wonderful sunset!

    I take pics of accidents sometimes... what is a kibitzer???

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  5. Happily Retired GalSeptember 03, 2009 12:07 PM

    WOW! With a view like that I might not mind evening traffic ;--)
    Hugs and blessings,

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  6. UnknownSeptember 03, 2009 12:24 PM

    i love the orange glow...i wouldn't mind the traffic if i can take photos of this beauty.:P

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  7. Colin CampbellSeptember 03, 2009 12:34 PM

    I've been stuck in traffic in that part of the world many times. One of the great things about where I live now, is that traffic is very manageable.

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  8. Reader WilSeptember 03, 2009 12:35 PM

    Stunning sunset! Very beautiful and great that you took the opportunity to get out of the car and took this photo. Thanks for your visit!

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  9. Photo CacheSeptember 03, 2009 12:44 PM

    @ READER WILL, no I didn't go out of the car, was sitting on the driver's seat and shooting thru the windshield.

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  10. Sylvia KSeptember 03, 2009 1:43 PM

    What a gorgeous shot! Glorious colors! Almost worth getting stuck in traffic!

    Have a great weekend!

    Sylvia

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  11. Esther GarviSeptember 03, 2009 1:50 PM

    Wow! What an amazing sunset!!

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  12. AnonymousSeptember 03, 2009 1:54 PM

    I love that sky - awesome colors! I strive for that kind of coolness shot!

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  13. Guy DSeptember 03, 2009 2:04 PM

    I bet that sunset made the traffic more bearable, excellent photo.

    Have a great weekend
    Guy
    Regina In Pictures

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  14. CarolSeptember 03, 2009 2:04 PM

    Wow... spectacular sunset... I think all those cars are just stopped to watch it!

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  15. LeoraSeptember 03, 2009 2:27 PM

    I did notice I had a hard time viewing any sunrises or sunsets in June. I can feel the drama. Or lack thereof. Feel sorry for those in the accident.

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  16. CarverSeptember 03, 2009 2:33 PM

    That's a fantastic view on your way home. GLourious sky.

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  17. MirageSeptember 03, 2009 3:05 PM

    Its so lovely, inviting one to peace! Happy weekend!

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  18. Pearl MapleSeptember 03, 2009 3:09 PM

    If you are going to get stuck in traffic, it is nice to have a pretty light show like that to appreciate.

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  19. Elaine YimSeptember 03, 2009 3:42 PM

    This golden sunset is breathtaking. What camera did you use to shoot it? The photo is great.

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  20. EG CameraGirlSeptember 03, 2009 4:02 PM

    This is a nice one. Sunsets like this make driving home in traffic a lot more fun.

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  21. Jane Hards PhotographySeptember 03, 2009 4:50 PM

    That colour is glorious

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  22. GinnieSeptember 03, 2009 5:05 PM

    At first I thought you were at an old-timey drive-in theater, Maria. :D

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  23. This Is My Blog - fishing guySeptember 03, 2009 5:56 PM

    PC: Nice capture of the sun as it is setting from your car.

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  24. ArleneSeptember 03, 2009 5:56 PM

    sunsets are really never boring. I love this shot.

    sad to know of the nasty accident but hopefully no one died.

    Happy Friday!

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  25. Lavender and Vanilla Friends of the GardensSeptember 03, 2009 6:14 PM

    Have the camera ready opportunities are everywhere. Great shot, wonderful colours.

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  26. Lavender and Vanilla Friends of the GardensSeptember 03, 2009 6:15 PM

    Have the camera ready opportunities are everywhere. Great shot, wonderful colours.

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  27. EbieSeptember 03, 2009 6:27 PM

    Lovely skies! We have the same traffic here in LA, but I head for home, I don'ta see that kind of spectacular sunset!
    Take care and drive carefully!

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  28. Yogi♪♪♪September 03, 2009 6:35 PM

    Great rippled sky. I love the colors.

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  29. SandyCarlsonSeptember 03, 2009 6:45 PM

    Your sky is beautiful.

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  30. SidneySeptember 03, 2009 7:21 PM

    A wonderful sunset... too bad you were stuck in traffic !

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  31. B SQUAREDSeptember 03, 2009 7:45 PM

    The sunset almost makes being hung-up in traffic worthwhile.

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  32. LukeSeptember 03, 2009 8:09 PM

    Traffic is a pain isn't it. Oh well, you have this to look at while you wait!

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  33. RajeshSeptember 03, 2009 8:25 PM

    Fabulous shot. It is like a fire in the sky.

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  34. Pietro BrosioSeptember 03, 2009 8:28 PM

    Great golden light of the sky, and I like the cars in the dark!
    ***
    Have you any news of Joy?

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  35. lazyclickSeptember 03, 2009 8:40 PM

    Superb shot.

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  36. MariaSeptember 03, 2009 9:04 PM

    Hi!
    It almost looks like the people in the cars are gathered just to watch the sunset...
    Beautiful...
    ~ All the best, Maria

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  37. Historical sites with charmineSeptember 03, 2009 9:38 PM

    Spectacular!!!Love the colors.

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  38. LinneaSeptember 03, 2009 10:30 PM

    Well, you know how to make the most of a "slow" situation! Wonderful shot and I love the perspective from the car...

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  39. SteffiSeptember 04, 2009 12:01 AM

    Great photo for a SWF!Really interesting to see!Thank you for sharing!Have a nice weekend!

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  40. IndaySeptember 04, 2009 1:34 AM

    Very adventuresome! thanks to skywatching you have something to distract from the annoying long traffic cue... would be nice if you own an Invisible camera haha... the police got one! For all you know, you are booked!

    nice sunset on the road ... beautiful setting down as you watched sitting in your car.

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  41. syelSeptember 04, 2009 8:37 AM

    wow! love that golden colour! it's always good to have a handy camera!

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  42. annalarssonphotographySeptember 04, 2009 1:02 PM

    Beautiful!!!

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  43. LindaSeptember 04, 2009 2:01 PM

    All those cars, heading into the sunset. The red tail lights pick up the fiery glow from the sky.

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  44. CarlettaSeptember 04, 2009 3:42 PM

    That's a lovely end to anybody's day!
    A super SOOC shot!

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  45. Sally in WASeptember 04, 2009 8:46 PM

    Stunning capture!

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  46. escapeSeptember 06, 2009 3:53 AM

    i like how the color of the sky matched with the lights from the car. applause here.

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