Wading Light

This image came from one of those unexpected and rewarding moments in the field. While out with a friend searching for wildlife to photograph, we spotted a small group of avocets and other wading birds gathered at a shallow watering hole near the road. We pulled over to take a few quick shots, not expecting much as the sky was overcast and hazy. But as we watched, the clouds began to thin, and just before sunset, the low sun broke through, casting a warm golden light across the scene. That brief window of perfect light gave me the opportunity to capture this peaceful and glowing image.