There’s no punchline. There actually IS such a thing as a flat rainbow and it’s name is Circumhorizon Arc. It’s a summer optical effect and only appears in certain parts of the world. Like a rainbow, the colors are formed by ice crystals reflecting the light like prisms. But this rainbow bar (not really an…
Category: Portland, Oregon
Sky Drama
Nothing more magical than watching cloud patterns unfold … like these Castellanus plumes.
When Bark is Beautiful
The sun lit up this tree just as I was passing by. A gorgeous coppery moment!
Cloud Being Pulled by String
The sky can be so full of fun!
Sky Show Act One
No matter the shade or season, clouds take my breath away. Yesterday provided an exceptionally diverse show from my balcony. Shown here, powerful Cumulonimbus before the afternoon rain. SW Portland.
Sunset Surprise
This gorgeous vista greeted me in a Portland parking lot! A most appreciated gift. Crepuscular rays against Altocumulus … a divine quality that truly lifts the spirits.
Portland Riverwalk
The Willamette River winds through Portland offering a welcomed water element to the city vibe.
Frozen Cemetery
This hilltop cemetery in NW PDX seemed especially eerie after a blizzard. But what a photo op! Love the iced trees against the silver-grey sky.
