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Uploaded: 02/04/12 12:45 AM GMT
Before the Rain
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This is downtown Pauls Valley about 10 minutes before a good soaking rain started. This is the first time I have tried a shot of my little city and I hope you enjoy it.

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::0930_23
02/04/12 1:28 AM GMT
Colorful shot BTK and it looks great against the Sooner Sky.
I like all the red. Looks like your small town is still hanging in there. Glad to see it.
Great vantage point you chose.

TicK


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People are like cameras--sometimes they lose focus.
.Joanie
02/04/12 2:17 AM GMT
Wow, the colors are amazing and your shot so cool Billy!!! Your city is about as big as a close by town to me. Actually only 20 minutes away. Almost looks identical!...lol...A very quaint and cute city and capture!!!
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::garrettparkinson
02/04/12 2:55 AM GMT
Ilike it. Very nice Billy.

Garrett
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::tigger3
02/04/12 3:31 AM GMT
I think you did a splendid job, love that threatening, and moody sky. =^..^=tigs
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::LynEve
02/04/12 7:06 AM GMT
I like it :) Looks a nice town too.
You have managed to capture that almost luminous light quality caused by the threatening sky.
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.LANJOCKEY
02/04/12 7:38 AM GMT
Hello Billy...Your positioning for this shot has helped you to achieve a well-composed and colourful image....The dark and wonderful sky has helped to enhance the wonderful colours of the buildings....I also like how you have used the clock as your foreground element....Well done....All the very best to you Billy...Mick.
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::biffobear
02/04/12 7:43 AM GMT
What a backdrop for those bright buildings..You done good here Billy....R.
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.koca
02/04/12 8:17 AM GMT
Nice colors against the dark grey sky. Nice little town. Beautiful shot, Billy.
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::rvdb
02/04/12 9:14 AM GMT
Its got it all Billy interesting nice composition great color faving and saving.

Rob
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The reason why the sun sets in the evening is because it wants to see the sunrise in the morning. I rise in the morning because I want to see them both. RvdB
::rvdb
02/04/12 9:15 AM GMT
PS forgot to say good depth.

Rob
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The reason why the sun sets in the evening is because it wants to see the sunrise in the morning. I rise in the morning because I want to see them both. RvdB
.Fifthbeatle
02/04/12 11:13 AM GMT
What a cool town! This looks great, it's amazing how dark rain clouds can create a dramatic lighting situation... good job!
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I Love Cloudy Days
.Roseman_Stan
02/04/12 3:07 PM GMT
Excellent work Billy. The lighting and vivid colors are a true delight.
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"If I should leave this path of life today, I would carry the vision of Gods' rose blooms with me as I go......" -- Stan V. Griep
::PatAndre
02/04/12 5:40 PM GMT
I like this. I looked at a long time. I have often thought of posting a pic of my downtown area. I think I will.
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::Jimbobedsel
02/04/12 6:04 PM GMT
It makes me think of Cheyenne Wyoming for some reason. I love the scene and that sky! Excellent shot, Billy.
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JB
.ovar2008
02/04/12 6:42 PM GMT
Love this picture specially that "old" clock.
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.mesmerized
02/05/12 12:28 AM GMT
A pretty little place...love those colors and the clock and that threatening sky add even more interest...great shot.
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::casechaser
02/05/12 2:19 PM GMT
Hi Billy. Your picture made me an instant fan of Pauls Valley, thus sending me off to Google to learn more about your town. You life in a wonderful place with a rich heritage. Your picture is excellent, by the way! lol. ~~ John
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::luckyshot
02/05/12 3:37 PM GMT
Billy - Like John, I read of the interesting history of your hometown. The brick streets add much color to the street scene. The nearby clock gives the scene its proper perspective looking down the main street. Now, get in the theater and stay dry, as that is one ominous cloud overhead. Thad
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::sharonva
02/05/12 9:53 PM GMT
You have inspired me. If I EVER finish rebuilding my computer and THEN either fix or replace my beloved D80...I'm heading out to the clock tower that is a short walk from my house hoping to beat the rain and catch some of those lovely rays that will be to my left at sundown. :)
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.palral
02/06/12 2:50 PM GMT
It's a beauty of a shot, Billy. There's so much going on that I'm not sure what to admire most. The sky is divine and makes me realize that I never want to stand next to you when the lightning bolts are being flung by Zeus. The guy who painted the building on the right must have lucked out on a weird paint sale at Home Depot. Very few building are that red. The town clock is perfectly placed in your shot of Main Street, USA.

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.icedancer
02/08/12 6:34 PM GMT
Spectacular job and capture, I really like the clock and that dramatic looking sky coming in
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