Dramatic midwest sunset

I took a road trip to Ohio this week, and on my way down I found myself driving on I65 through Indiana at dusk. I had trouble keeping my attention on the road as I was mesmerized by the dramatic midwest sunset across the open fields. Several times I considered pulling over to grab a few shots, but there was no place to do this safely … and, truth be told, I found myself in the midst of several drivers who were going the same speed as I was and I didm’t want to lose ground.

So, I became content on capturing the beautiful images in my head.

On my return trip the following day … I found myself sitting stationary on the same highway … at dusk … due to a prolonged truck crash. This became my opportunity to get some images of the same dramatic midwest sunset that’s been unable to photograph the day before.

sunset with truck silhouette on the highway
Shooting from my car window across the highway at the sunset. Larry Shapiro photo
sunset with truck silhouette on the highway
The truck was passing in front of the sun for this silhouette. Larry Shapiro photo
sunset silhouette of power lines
The gradation of color and the bright sun cause the power line tower to stand out. Larry Shapiro photo
sunset silhouette of power lines
The full orange glow creates a sense of intense heat Larry Shapiro photo
sunset silhouette of power lines
Larry Shapiro photo
sunset with truck silhouette on the highway
Another image with a truck and sun spots. Larry Shapiro photo