Smith Rock Canyon, Oregon, USA
Smith Rock State Park, situated in Central Oregon, stands as one of the premier state parks in the United States. The towering rock walls that rise above the Crooked River were formed from volcanic ash originating from ancient lava flows, subsequently overlaid by basalt lava rock that formed much later. Over the ages, the river […]
Annapurna Base Camp, Himalayas, Nepal
From Annapurna Base Camp in the Himalayas, there is a stunning view on a very serendipitous day. Some individuals spend days waiting for the mountain to emerge from the cloud cover. Annapurna I stands at 26,545 feet, making it the tenth-highest mountain in the world. It is massive; however, it did not appear twice as […]
Cerro Saint Exupery, Laguna Torre, Fitz Roy, Argentina
A wide vista view of the Fitz Roy mountain range showcases, from left to right, the Cerro de l’S (2330 meters), Cerro Saint-Exupéry (2558 meters), and Cerro Rafael Juárez (2450 meters). This photograph was taken near the lagoon de Los Tres; the view from that location was absolutely impressive. As I contemplated how to represent […]
Grand Canyon Sunrise, Arizona, USA
Just before embarking on a journey to the South Rim of the Grand Canyon last summer, a lightning strike ignited a significant wildfire across the canyon on the North Rim. This wildfire inflicted considerable damage to historic structures on the North Rim. Fortunately, aside from some smoky skies, the South Rim remained unaffected by the […]
Mountain Alpine Ponds, Mt Washington, Courtenay, BC, Canada
This is only one of the many ponds on Mt. Washington. It’s the composition of the log leading my views into the pond that first attracted me. I walked around till I found locate this position, set up my tripod, attached my camera and took this image. I was quite pleased when I opened it […]
Hverfjall Volcano Crater, Myvatn, North Iceland
Going uphill is usually a good way to escape throngs of tourists. Located in the ever popular Mývatn area, the cone of Hverfjall remains accessible via footpaths to the north and south. It is a fairly short ascent to approximately 400 meters to gain the rim and its views. Despite 2024 being one of the […]
Alaska Range Panorama, Denali State Park, Alaska, USA
A wide-angle lens is a crucial tool for landscape photographers, enabling the capture of vast and sweeping vistas. Typically, rectilinear wide-angle lenses span a focal range from 14 mm to 35 mm. At the longer end, a 35 mm lens offers a field of view of 54 degrees. For an even broader perspective, a 20 […]
Machu Pichu Citadel, Machupicchu District of Urubamba, Peru
In August 2018, we embarked on a journey to Peru and Bolivia as part of an organized tour. One day, our guide led us to an extraordinary citadel nestled within a breathtaking landscape where the Peruvian Andes meet the Amazon Basin. This remarkable site is situated at an elevation of 2,400 meters above sea level. […]
Lago Pellaud, Rhemes Notre Dame, Valle D’Aosta, Italy
Nestled within a serene forest, this picturesque lake features inviting benches and picnic tables for visitors to enjoy. The historic Pellaud mill, initially constructed for grain milling, underwent a transformation in 1921, becoming a power station that supplied electricity to nearby villages. This photograph captures the enchanting autumn hues, enhancing the light during the early […]
Yosemite From Glacier Point, Yosemite National Park, California, USA
Nearly fifteen years ago, I relocated from Boston to California, and one of my first destinations was Yosemite National Park. This remarkable place holds a special spot in my heart and stands out as one of the few locations I’ve encountered that truly embodies a sense of awe. Although I don’t visit as often now, […]