Skyreflecting
Skyreflecting refers to the phenomenon where sunlight or artificial light is reflected off the undersides of clouds, creating a bright, often dazzling effect on the ground below. This optical illusion occurs when light rays strike the bottom of a cloud layer, such as altocumulus, cirrocumulus, or stratus clouds, and are scattered back toward the observer. The result can resemble a shimmering, luminous surface, sometimes mistaken for a mirage or an unusual weather condition.
The effect is most noticeable on clear days when the sun is positioned at a low angle,
Unlike mirages, which distort distant objects due to atmospheric refraction, skyreflecting is purely a result of
Photographers often seek out skyreflecting for its dramatic visual impact, capturing the interplay between light and