That is the technical explanation. From an artistic point-of-view, Infrared photography captures what we perceive, but do not see. Infrared photography captures the ethereal qualities of this tropical light. Infrared allows us to see what we otherwise experience, mostly unaware of the beauty of the intense light and its resulting shapes and shadows. It immortalizes the light shimmering off the Florida waters, and flora basking in the sun. Infrared photography produces some very distinct effects which make them aesthetically pleasing. The most striking difference is the “Wood Effect”, an effect where leaves reflect light giving them a bright white look. This effect is named after the photographer Robert W. Wood, who is considered the father of infrared photography. This effect is utilized for landscape photography where it can be used to produce surreal color landscapes or high contrast B+W photographs. The chlorophyll of the foliage can be seen glowing as it takes in the energy of the sun. Waterways become large mirrors as light bounces off them reflecting images of the tropical world above. Shadows are revealed as deep, humid, and dark. They seem cool and hospitable against the intense sun.