Light In The Shadows, Redwood National Park, Crescent City, California, USA
One of the things that continually draws me back to redwood forests is the way light transforms them. The forest floor can feel dark and mysterious, while a single shaft of sunlight suddenly illuminates a small corner of the landscape. In the late afternoon, I was wandering quietly beneath the towering redwoods when I noticed […]
Skyscrapers, Del Norte Coast Redwoods State Park, CA, USA
I’ve always found it challenging to realistically portray in a two-dimensional photograph just how large and tall an old-growth redwood forest actually is without a human in the frame providing a sense of scale. Coming upon this scene, I decided to give it a try. I pointed my camera upward, causing the trees to converge […]
Blausee Park Late Afternoon, Bernese Oberland, Kandergrund, Bern, Switzerland
When visiting Blausee Park in September 2025 on a beautiful late afternoon, I was particularly impressed by the mountain peaks in the background, some with snow on their tops, contrasting with the conifer forests that dominated the valley. A peaceful yet energetic atmosphere emanated from the site. Four portrait-oriented images, taken side by side, were […]
Twilight’s Quiet Mirror, LaFayette Memorial Gardens, Grindstone, Pennsylvania, USA
I was enjoying an evening’s walk along the path near the lake when I came upon this scene unfolding in front of me. I stopped and waited for the moment to take the shot; the water was clear and motionless for the most part. A peaceful scene and a time of reflection.
Hoh Rain Forest Giant, Olympic National Park, Washington, USA
Walking through the Hoh Rain Forest feels like stepping into a living fairy tale. Layers of moss blanket every branch and trunk, softening the forest into shades of green. I was drawn to this tree because it seemed to embody the quiet spirit of this ancient place. It’s a reminder of the beauty that flourishes […]
Spirit Of The Forest, Del Norte Coast Redwoods State Park, CA, USA
The Redwood forest is arguably the most spectacular forest in the world. When the coastal fog drifts in, it creates unparalleled conditions, especially when the sun breaks through and causes rays of light to illuminate the scene and shoot through the forest. This particular scene does not have those dramatic elements, though, but it really […]
Spring In The Oregon Coast Range, Siuslaw National Forest, Oregon, USA
This is a favorite spot of mine in the Oregon Coast Range. I visit it in all seasons, but springtime is definitely my favorite. The little stream flows gently down the mountainside through huge, old Douglas fir and hemlock trees. It cascades over moss-covered rocks and around old, fallen logs. In the spring, with the […]
Hoh Rain Forest Root Garden, Olympic National Park, Washington, USA
The Hoh Rain Forest is known for its lush, moss-covered scenery, fueled by its extraordinary annual rainfall of 3.55 m (140 inches). Vegetation seems to grow on every surface. On one of my trips to this amazing place, I began my exploration the way many visitors do—by hiking the Hall of Mosses Trail. The forest […]
Magical Play Of Light, Klenovec, Banskobystricky, Slovakia
The Stolické vrchy Mountains (Slovakia) are located near my home, making them a frequent hiking destination for me. These are largely untouched forests where one can still encounter wildlife, including wolves and bears. They are home to ancient beech trees and offer stunning landscape views. On a freezing December day, I was walking along the […]
Gaudineer Old Growth Forest, Pocahontas County, West Virginia, USA
This is one of just a few old-growth forests remaining in West Virginia, a state with an unfortunately extensive logging history. I wanted to capture, as best I could, what the woods might have looked like at one point—not just at that location, but all over the WV highlands. Besides featuring native red spruce, what […]