Reflections
There’s an aspect of composition that is often overlooked by photographers. Perhaps the photograph needs further reflection.
Indian Creek, Indian Valley (10/31/20) Michael Beatley 
Indian Creek, Indian Valley (10/31/20) Michael Beatley 
Indian Creek, Indian Valley (10/31/20) Michael Beatley 
Indian Creek, Indian Valley (10/31/20) Michael Beatley 
Indian Creek, Indian Valley (10/31/20) Michael Beatley 
Indian Creek, Indian Valley (10/31/20) Michael Beatley 
Indian Creek, Indian Valley (10/31/20) Michael Beatley
Still autumn days are often perfect for reflection, in more ways than one. Michael Beatley found these moody scenes along Indian Creek near CA-89, eight miles west of Quincy.
As declared here last week when it was named “Peak of the Week,” the Indian Valley has, Michael reports, “exploded with peak color. Peak viewing time for reflections is 2:30 to 4:30pm. Oaks, alder, grasses, Indian Rhubarb are showing off their colors. The weather is perfect, with clear blue skies.”
Along a ridgeline above Indian Valley lies the profile of a reclining Maidu chiefton, facing the sky. At left (above) is his chin, then to the right, his nose, brow and headdress.
We wonder what he’s reflecting upon as his valley peaks.
- Indian Valley, Plumas County – Peak (75-100%) GO NOW!
