When I photograph sand dunes, I love to find abstract shapes and colors. I had camped out there for a few days, and after a heavy rain, there were strong winds – the combination of those conditions made for some really interesting compositions.

I like going to this area in February as the temps are bearable and the weather is interesting and changeable. Although the "roads" are rough and long, and the hike out to the dune complex is long, the payoff is spectacular.