Sunday, October 14, 2007

The Story behind the Picture - Week 2

For week two, I have one of my most recent favorites, entitled "A Dandy Day". This photo was taken in the San Juan Islands in the beautiful Northwest.


I was just recently in Washington visiting my girlfriend's family, and we took a hike through incredible Sharp Park. This area is located on the SW side of Fidalgo island, and is a must see if you ever happen to find your way up there.


A short hike through a cool, mossy forest led us out to Sares Head, where some of the most spectacular views can be found in this area. I must have spent a hour photographing the landscape and surrounding plants, when I came across a small patch of dandelions. I decided to take full advantage of that evening's gorgeous sunset, and used to it light this little dandelion on fire with color. The result was this silhouette shot with amazing detail on the dandelion itself surrounded by warm, inviting colors that make your eyes dance.


This photo is available for purchase in my Etsy Shop.

Saturday, October 6, 2007

The Story behind the Picture - Week 1


To kick off the "Story behind the Picture" series, this week I will begin with a photo I took earlier this year, entitled 'An Evening in the Clouds'.

My brother and I were enjoying a brief vacation to Hawaii's Big Island and had just come from a visit to Akaka Falls, a majestic 400 ft waterfall, when we decided to take our trusty chevy cobalt to the top of Mauna Kea, Hawaii's tallest volcano. We left the beach that afternoon enjoying 83 degree weather and embarked on our next adventure.

Most of our drive was spent in the clouds and about halfway up we decided to violate our car rental agreement by continuing on the unpaved road to the summit. An hour or so later we were wheezing and shivering in the thin, brisk 38 degree air. Anything for a good shot.

A short hike to the peak later, I was able to capture this magical sunset from 13, 796 ft. We met two fellow travelers visiting from Scotland and enjoyed the view together as the daylight faded into a vibrant starry wonderland. I would have to loved to stay for more stargazing, but it was just too damn cold after the sunset.

Mauna Kea's literal translation is 'White Mountain'. I didn't believe it actually snowed in Hawaii when someone first told me, but its true!

This photo is available for purchase in my Etsy Shop.