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A Smoky Day in Bend, Oregon

I took this photo on a smoky day in Bend Oregon at what is usually a beautiful look out spot. The smoke was from Forrest fires caused by lightening strikes. I see this photo as "tragic beauty.” The smoke creates a surreal aesthetic, but it’s a reminder of the underlying tragedy of what nature can cause.

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Date Taken: 09.2024
Date Uploaded: 09.2024
Photo Location: Bend, Oregon, United States of America
Copyright: © Erin Hurray