Code orange or red? Go out and take photos!

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When you photograph landscapes, you want to capture the finest moments. That could be a sunrise or sunset. It could also be during stormy weather.

There are moments that allow you to photograph beautiful and dramatic landscapes. Of course, there are the moments at the beginning and end of the day. They are not the only moments.

Dramatic landscapes often come with impressive cloudscapes. This means you need to go out when those skies are there. Or better still, when they are on their way. 

Keep an eye on the weather forecast. These days, warning codes are used at the drop of a hat. Is there a yellow, orange or red warning? Then go to your favourite location. It is a sign that you could encounter that beautiful sky.

Of course, you should not put yourself in unnecessary danger. Thunderstorms remain dangerous, and you need to deal with them sensibly. But a heavy shower will not do any harm. You can dress for it.

So keep an eye on the weather forecast and consider going out when the time comes. Make sure you have suitable clothing, a good location, and capture the landscape in those conditions.

This gives you the chance of impressive clouds, local showers, and breathtaking colours in the sky. Who knows, you might capture lightning from a safe distance, or come across a rainbow.

Do you go out when the weather conditions are 'less than ideal'? Or are you a fair-weather photographer? Let us know in a comment below this post.

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