First Sunset?

Of course, this isn't my first sunset photo of 2022.

I've taken photos from my bedroom window, as early as January, as I rode on my spin bike after work. I'd pick up my smartphone, point at the dying light, and shoot.

Easy. Lazy.

Nice sky. Boring composition.

On our first evening on the beach at Akumal Bay, we strolled along the sea-washed shore and admired the fading sun, the hues of orange and pink. Again, with my smartphone in hand, I snapped a few memorable shots.

But I haven't picked up a D-SLR, headed out to a specific location, and waited for the sun to sink below the horizon.

Until last night.

I have a couple of favourite spots for capturing a sunset in Ottawa, but my go-to place is usually Andrew Haydon Park, along the Ottawa River. Perhaps because of the reflective pond and the towering windmill, which creates a great silhouette in any season. Same goes for the trees.

And while the wind was fierce, last night, blew ripples that prevented any kind of reflection in the pond, and sent a chill through me that had me packing up my gear as soon as the sun had vanished from view, it still made for a worthwhile photo.

So here is my first planned sunset photo of 2022. Hopefully, I won't wait for a third of the year to go by before I take another one.

Happy Friday!