I spend a lot of time in hotels and airplanes, about half the month, actually. I’ve had people tell me they could not do what I’m doing and at the age of 60, I’m surprised I am to. But the variety of people I encounter each day and the places and sights I get to experience have added immensely to my life. Sometimes they are the just the small insignificant things such as my hotel room. The views from hotel windows, both looking out and in, are awesome. The evening this image was taken was just before the sun dropped below the horizon. I just loved the color of the sunlight against my bed and pillow. So, I spot metered and added one extra stop of light then went back to reading my book in the warm sunlight.
10 Comments
QPB (Mary Ann)
I do quite a bit of travelling (although not as much as you!) and I rather despise hotel rooms. I have to say, you made this look like a warm and lovely place to retire for the evening. Well done, Monte.
Monte Stevens
I must agree some hotels are not as appealing as others but I do my best to accept where ever I’m at.
Earl
It’s good to enjoy the moment as well as photograph it. I’d fall into that group who couldn’t do what you’re doing. Monte, I hope you have a wonderful weekend…wherever you may be.
Monte Stevens
I think that when I walk away from the aircraft I leave it all behind. I then can have the quiet time in and around hotels. A quiet place can be anywhere we make it. I hope you and Bonnie have a great weekend. I’m actually going to have the weekend off. 🙂
Steve Skinner
There is something about the quality of the light from the setting sun.
Monte Stevens
It can take your breath away whether looking west or east.
Ken
Thanks, Monte. I like to travel but I like to be home even more. You do enough traveling for 20 people, and we’re glad you take your camera with you.
Monte Stevens
Thanks, Ken.
Matt Katzenberger
I love this photo! The title of the book says it all.
I’m glad you commented on my blog, since it lead me back here to all your wonderful shots.
Monte Stevens
Well, welcome to my view of the world. Glad you stopped by and hope to see you back here. Enjoy your weekend, Matt