Rafter in Class V Rapid After Rain

Vivid green river water churns violently around a white raft tilted sharply against a Dutch angle frame. A rafter in bright orange gear leans forward, paddle blade slicing into the foamy white crest of a wave. The sky above holds heavy, dark grey storm clouds that contrast with patches of soft, diffused sunlight breaking through after a rain shower. Mist rises from the turbulent surface, clinging to the rough texture of the churning water. On the far bank, late spring vegetation in fresh shades of lime and emerald rests on the sloping hillside. The wet surface of the river reflects the moody sky, while droplets of water hang suspended in the air near the raft, catching the light before falling back into the chaotic current.