Drama 16 Stage Lighting

A friend took this photo of me on June 15th 2018 in Secret Caverns located in Howes Cave, New York.

Theme: Single light source

Description: To say that I’ve never quite experienced anything like what I experienced that day in Secret Caverns would be quite the understatement. While there were certain opportunities to experience moments of natural lighting within the caves, as we delved deeper, light bulbs were utilized so we would not lose our way. The way in which the light would reflect on the rock formations was quite a beauty to behold, from the vibrant colors that were emitted to the pure sense of awe and wonder that would be evoked as one continued down the winding passageways. The area depicted in this photo was the first one encountered after walking through a long passage without any light. The source of light present emanated from directly behind me, which is evident from the shadows cast down on the ground in front of me as well as my face (and much of my body for that matter) being kept in shadow as well. The most pleasing sight in this photo for me is the slight around of red coloration that is emitted as the light reflected off the rocks behind me (above my head) and the way in which it shined on the rocks immediately surrounding me only added to my child-like wonder and amazement. This moment reminded me of just how many of the earth’s natural wonders we take for granted every day. This planet we live on is host to a vast multitude of natural wonders and beauties and to be able to bear witness to one of them that day proved to be quite the thought provoking experience.