A Strong Breeze, Flying Clouds c. 1863

"A Strong Breeze, Flying Clouds" is a striking landscape photograph by Colonel Henry Stuart Wortley, taken in 1863. The image depicts a vast expanse of sky filled with billowing clouds, with a distant coastline barely visible below. Wortley, known for his skill in capturing atmospheric conditions, uses a combination of light and shadow to convey the drama of the windswept scene. The photograph's composition, with its focus on the sky, highlights the power and movement of nature, showcasing the artistic potential of early photography.