In the Dark

Saturday Ambassador

I am often in the dark…literally, and intentionally. Photographing in extremely low light requires a diverse set of skills and a unique approach.

Reserve, Louisiana Refinery, Deva Mayorga-Malone, 2011, Digital Panorama

Glen Canyon Dam - Page, Arizona, Deva Mayorga-Malone, 2012, Digital Panorama

Subject matter assumes a different appearance after the sun goes down, which can result in some exciting photographic imagery. Subjects that emit light can be particularly engaging, as well as challenging.

Truck on Vail Pass, Deva Mayorga-Malone, 2012, Digital Photograph

 

A combination of ambient light sources and artificial light from a strobe or tungsten lamp, captured via a long exposure of several seconds (even minutes or hours), can yield remarkable results.

 

Wyoming Road Closure, Deva Mayorga-Malone, 2010, Digital Photograph

 



A photographer may contrive scenes in darkness for dramatic effect, as well:

Spark Plug, Deva Mayorga-Malone, 2010, Digital Composite

 

~Saturday Ambassador