On my recent trip to Vargas Plateau Regional Park (in Northern California), the sky was completely overcast, but that didn’t stop me from capturing some amazing photos of the park’s Red-winged Blackbirds. These striking birds were the real stars of the show. Their jet black feathers contrasted beautifully with the cloudy background, and the red on their wings practically glowed. I managed to get some close-up shots where you can see every detail. The overcast light gave the photos a softer feel, but it also made the red-winged blackbirds’ colors pop even more. Even with cloudy skies, Vargas Plateau was a great place to photograph these impressive birds.