When you’re in the moment with a camera in hand, it seems easy to catch that perfect shot. But when it comes to storm chasing, getting the perfect storm photos isn’t as easy as it looks. You need patience, a steady hand (or more importantly, a tripod), and guts to face off against Mother Nature. Our storm photos didn’t come easy, but they were beyond fun to capture. From New Mexico to Nebraska, nature refused to disappoint over the years. Check out some of our favorite storm photos below.