Superbloom Hills of Antelope Valley
by Brian Tada
Title
Superbloom Hills of Antelope Valley
Artist
Brian Tada
Medium
Photograph - Digital Photograph, Enhanced
Description
During three separate day trips by car totaling 2,000 miles to photograph the spectacular 2019 superbloom in south-central California, I took nearly 1,500 photographs, several of which will be shown on my artist website at www.PropheticPortraits.net
However, due to my aging car, I was unable to visit the back road hills where the color combinations were truly dazzling. Until I came upon this incredible landscape full of magnificent beauty, partially hidden by a tall berm along the road.
It was as if God took His fluorescent multi-colored felt tip pens and drew yet another masterpiece of art in nature.
This photo was taken toward the very end of my third road trip, just prior to returning home... and right before both my camera batteries were exhausted.
Featured is a lovely desert floor with floral-covered hills as a dramatic backdrop in Antelope Valley, California in the western Mojave Desert. It is a unique view with a vibrant green pasture between the desert landscape and the hills.
Wet winters in 2017 and again in 2019 resulted in nearly back-to-back superblooms, a very rare occurrence as these floral spectaculars normally happen on average only once every decade when the weather conditions are just right: a period of drought reduces invasive, non-native weeds and grasses followed by a season of well timed, above average rainfall which germinates millions of wildflower seeds. They can lie dormant for years, if needed, waiting for optimum conditions.
Pictured in the foreground are California poppies (Eschscholzia californica) with fiddlenecks (Amsinckia menziesii var. intermedia). The multi-colored hills are blanketed with the golden hues of hillside daisies (Monolopia lanceolata), the royal purple of phacelia and the deep orange of California poppies .
The earth is the Lord’s, and all its fullness,
The world and those who dwell therein.
~ Psalm 24:1 (NKJV)
Points to ponder:
* When viewing landscapes in person or in print, what are some thoughts that come to mind?
* What life principles can you glean from this particular scenery? For example, when seeing how the colors interact with one another, do themes of teamwork and cooperation come into play? How might you apply this concept to your everyday life?
* What other themes come to mind seeing this photo?
* What message do you feel in your heart God is communicating through this landscape He created?
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Artwork notes:
I chose a partly cloudy day to take photos in this area, for the diffused lighting afforded by the clouds. The challenge for this photo was the dreary sky. This was addressed by “borrowing” the sky part of another photo I took in Gorman, California about 30 miles away and inserting it into this photo. The hills were tweaked to bring out the rich colors of the flowers as they might have looked at the peak of the bloom season, as they were already fading by the time I took this photo.
Embedded in the top right-hand corner is the Hebrew acronym for "B'ezras Hashem" [ ב ס " ד ] meaning "with God's help". It is a reminder to me as an artist of my dependence on the Almighty, the Originator of all creativity. This is a similar acknowledgement used by great artists like Johann Sebastian Bach and George Frideric Handel who signed their work with the Latin phrase, "Soli Deo gloria" which means, "Glory to God alone".
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Scripture taken from the New King James Version®. Copyright © 1982 by Thomas Nelson. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
Photo image and description copyright © 2019 Brian Tada. All rights reserved. To the glory of God. Downloading, duplication, and/or retransmission, in whole or in part, is prohibited. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.
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Comments (48)
Nancy Lee Moran
The pear-green of the grass pasture adds vibrance to your capture, as does the rich blue sky. The soft gold and orange colors on the Mojave hills glow against the lavender-gray parts. God's grace led you to a beautiful place.
Brian Tada replied:
Nancy, thank you so very much for your beautiful and uplifting commentary! I agree, the Creator truly guided me to this spot in the nick of time. Blessings!
I'ina Van Lawick
Gorgeous vista, Brian. What amazing colors in this lovely composition. The blue sky is a wonderful contrast for the beautiful colors of the landscape. lf
Brian Tada replied:
I'ina, thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful comments, truly appreciated! It was quite an experience seeing the superbloom!
Matt Konar
Brian ~ this is a magnificent landscape . . . although the picture stands boldly by itself your description does add to my appreciation ~ I applaud your successful well fought effort to capture this beautiful super bloom!
Brian Tada replied:
Matt, thank you very much, am honored by your kind words. To God be the glory for all the beauty He has created in nature! Bless you and thank you for your support, Matt!
Luther Fine Art
Congratulations! Your fantastic photographic art has been chosen as a Camera Art Group feature! You are invited to archive your work in the Features Archive discussion as well as any other discussion in which it would fit.
Brian Tada replied:
Pamela, thank you very much for the honor of being featured in your amazing group on Fine Art America, CAMERA ART! Greatly appreciate your wonderful leadership, valuable time and dedication hosting your wonderful group and supporting fellow artists. God bless you abundantly!
Debby Pueschel
This is absolutely beautiful Brian! Blessings on your work and thank you for supporting my work as well! FLPFB
Brian Tada replied:
Debby thank youu so much, I receive those blessings graciously in the name of Yeshua Jesus! Thank you for your kind words and support! God bless you and your artwork!
Johanna Hurmerinta
So peaceful. Beautiful. L F
Brian Tada replied:
Thank you so much, Johanna! I truly sensed God's amazing peace when I visited this remarkable landscape!
Richard Bryce and Family
Astounding! L/F
Brian Tada replied:
Thank you very much, Richard, for your kind comment, like and fave, truly appreciated! Blessings!
Laurie Search
That is just soooo beautiful, Brian!!! Fantastic composition and the color is just amazing!!! I love it!!! :)))vf
Johanna Hurmerinta
Featured in ARTIST NEWS group. Welcome to archive your featured image and participate in the group promos. To gain more visibility!
Brian Tada replied:
Johanna, thank you very much for selecting this image as a feature in your wonderful group! Appreciate greatly your leadership, continuing encouragement and support of artists. God bless you!
CAROLE SPANDAU
Congratulations, your work has been featured on the homepage of FAA Gallery Home For All Artists Who Create
Brian Tada replied:
Carole, thank you so much for selecting this as a feature in your amazing group, I am truly honored! To God be the glory! Much heart-felt gratitude for your caring leadership, valuable time and effort supporting artists. Massive blessings!
Randy Burns
Brian, this is absolutely as wondrous view of heaven to come. Your love for God and His magnificent creation, plus a glimpse of heaven's wonders can be seen and felt in this work. God bless you. We are in the final days of this earth. The sky is the theater for events to come. So thankful we are ready and prepared. F/L/TW.
Brian Tada replied:
Randy, thank you so much for your most kind words and encouragement, means a lot! Truly appreciate your support. God bless you!