This past weekend I put the kids in the car and headed out to Luray Caverns in the Shenandoah valley. It was a fantastic day with some great sites and even better father-son time. On the way down I was listening to the radio and heard a story about how people are not going to be vacationing as much this year in light of the current economic situation. While there isn’t anyone that enjoys a great shooting trip more than me, this weekend reminded me that I don’t need to venture too far to find photographic opportunities. It’s true that the DC area has some great attractions but there are other local sites that offer great photographic prospects within an easy drive from my house.
If you are thinking twice about taking some exotic trip in hopes of adding to your portfolio, take a few minutes to re-discover the sites that are close to home. Try checking with your local tourist board for starters. Chances are that there are undiscovered opportunities just waiting for you to discover. A little research might just uncover some little jewels right in your own backyard. Here’s a few images from my weekend exploits.
The view from Skyline Drive
Blossoms overlooking the Shenandoah valley
The amazing sites in the cavern
Working the light in the caverns
The famed stalacpipe organ
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nice colors on the cavern shots! did you use a tripod?