Fenceline Through The Fall, Alpine County, California, USA
Each fall, the Sierra Nevada comes alive in a symphony of color — and for me, it’s a return to one of the most meaningful places of my life. I first came to this high-country valley in the late 1960s, packed into the family car for our annual camping trips. Back then, I saw the […]
Majestic Silence, Watridge Lake, Alberta, Canada
It was late May in Alberta when I left Calgary for Kananaskis Country, about 60 miles away. The temperatures were deceivingly warm, at 20 degrees Celsius (68 degrees Fahrenheit). It looked like it was shaping up to be a beautiful Bluebird kind of day, weather-wise. Having lived most of my life on the east coast […]
Lone Tree Sunset, Jebel Sarra, Hajar Mountains, Oman
This photo was taken during my visit to Jebel Sarra in Oman. I am part of an astronomy group that regularly organises trips to dark sites, which usually means going to isolated locations in the mountains to avoid light pollution from major cities and villages. Compared to 20 years ago, when I first lived in […]
Spring Flowers, Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming, USA
Grand Teton National Park in Wyoming marked the finale of this year’s road trip. Having grown up in southeastern Idaho, I had visited the park many times. During this visit, I noticed that some of the flowers were blooming. The sight of new blossoms inspired me to seek out the perfect composition to capture both […]
Death Valley Sunset, Nevada, USA
The desert oftentimes brings to mind a colorless, stiflingly hot body of sand. The vista that was presented to me was imbued with vibrant color, textures, valleys, and mountains that came together in a multitude of eye candy. Death Valley offered the greatest variety within a given area. It ranged from pastels to vibrant colors […]
Dead Horse Point Sunrise, Utah, USA
The sunrise view from Dead Horse Point reveals the extraordinary palette of colours in Utah’s red canyons. The first rays of dawn delicately illuminate the Colorado River winding below, highlighting the depth and structure of the monumental rock walls. The soft light imbues the landscape with warmth and tranquillity, creating an almost painterly atmosphere. It’s […]
Perfectly Pictured Polygons, Badwater Basin, Death Valley National Park, USA
One of the most unusual photographic explorations I have ever encountered occurred at the Death Valley National Park. I was surrounded by nature’s palette, an exquisite array of shades of violets, blues, and pinks. They appeared to be painted onto an ‘icy’ canvas, fully textured with sand, moulded into perfect polygons. Much to my surprise, […]
Sunrise Fall Color and Mt Baker, Washington, USA
After backpacking to Yellow Aster Butte in the Mt. Baker Wilderness in Washington, I set up camp and hiked back to a ridge for sunset. I had identified this location for both sunset and sunrise when I passed by earlier because I knew the fall colors would serve as a beautiful foreground for my compositions. […]
Blue Hour, Lake Bled, Slovenia
A serene nocturnal scene unfolds over a still lake, where the softly illuminated church rises from the island like a beacon of quiet faith and mystery. The surrounding mountains rest under a veil of clouds, their silhouettes blending with the deep indigo tones of the water and sky.
Buttermere Autumn Tranquility, Keswick, Cumbria, England
This morning, there were no significant clouds to catch the rising light, but the way the light illuminated the fells and Derwent Isle was simply superb. With a very light wind and a calm lake, I found myself leaning towards a symmetrical image rather than a ‘big sky’ perspective. It took several attempts to capture […]