The Twisted Trees of Fort Mason
Step into the foggy atmosphere of Fort Mason in San Francisco with this 2011 photograph showcasing a uniquely twisted, wind-sculpted tree along the bay.
Views From Highway 84: Exploring Rural Montana
Join me on a detour from the busy Madison River rafters and tubers west of Bozeman, Montana! Discover two charming, weathered log barns captured during a sunny afternoon drive on highway 84 from Bozeman.
Relics of the Chisos Mining Company: Inside Terlingua's Best-Preserved Stone Ruins
Step back in time to the Chisos Mining Company era in Terlingua, Texas. Explore the architecture of this remarkably intact dry-stacked sandstone structure.
Coral Pink Sand Dunes in Morning Blue Hour
Explore Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park during the morning blue hour. Discover the geology of star dunes and landscape photography tips for southern Utah.
Redwood Forest Creek and Ferns
Discover the quiet beauty of a hidden northern California redwood creek, captured with an OM-1 camera amidst lush ferns and mossy boulders.
Caddo Lake Bald Cypress Reflection Photography
Discover why returning to the same location year after year transforms your landscape photography, featuring a unique water reflection shot from Caddo Lake, Texas.
Wildflower Carpets of Carrizo Plain Superbloom
Discover the vibrant colors of the Carrizo Plain National Monument superbloom. Learn why timing and research matter for landscape photography in this remote California gem.
CHASING WINTER CONDITIONS IN MOAB: THE THREE GOSSIPS
The Three Gossips in Arches National Park for a winter photo session. No snow, but incredible clouds and light started the trip to Moab, Utah.
Navigating the Tight Spaces of Antelope Canyon X
Explore the winding sandstone walls and optical illusion of light on sandstone in Antelope Canyon X in Arizona. Discover technical tips for handheld slot canyon photography without a tripod.
Reflections on Lake Manly: Full Moon Over Death Valley
Rare morning at Lake Manly, Death Valley: a full moon sets behind the snow-capped Panamint Range, mirrored in the lake's glassy water. Cool pre-dawn blues and pale rose wash the salt flats, creating a tranquil, otherworldly reflection that highlights the fleeting presence of water in this arid landscape."
Winter Sunrise Lighting Up Canyonlands National Park
Catch the drama of a winter sunrise in Canyonlands National Park as morning light ignites the sandstone towers of Moab, Utah.
Unlocking a Hidden Southwest Wonder
Discover the remote beauty of Arizona's Coal Mine Canyon. Read about camping on the rim, navigating rough two-track roads in my Sprinter van, and capturing dramatic desert storm light.
Mono Lake Sand Tufa Towers: A Morning on Navy Beach
Discover the delicate sand tufa towers of Navy Beach at Mono Lake. Explore Eastern Sierra landscape photography tips, local travel insights, and camera gear setups.
Twilight at the Alien Egg Hatchery
Deep in the remote Bisti Badlands lies a small, highly localized area known as the Alien Egg Hatchery, home to these whimsically eroded hoodoos found nowhere else on Earth. This single twilight image highlights the eerie, cracked textures of these bizarre formations under the soft blue hour light. Read the full story behind navigating this desert wilderness and the fascinating geology that created these surreal sandstone monoliths.
San Francisco Skyline and Crescent Moon at Twilight from Treasure Island
Catch the San Francisco skyline glowing at twilight from Treasure Island, featuring a rare fog-less evening with the crescent moon hanging over the city and the bay.