As the morning mist rises from the forest, the clouds above give a most interesting look to the event.
The sunlight bursts through the clouds after a storm making an impressive show of blinding light. If you tilt your head a bit, you may see a face in the clouds.
A line of bikes glowing in neon lights stand out against the mountainous backdrop in Wallace, Idaho.
A nice shot of a sheer cliff on a mountain top. There is an opening in the top of the mountainside that you can see through.
In Arco, Idaho, high up in the mountains there is a natural arch bridge. Nice hike but, not recommended for those with health conditions.
The sun begins to shine brightly through the clouds catching some water vapor which glows with color giving the impression that an interstellar hole is about to open.
I had to stop and wonder how much water comes out of this fountain when you drink from it?
After a foggy night, ice crystals attached themselves to this old tree. The rising sun sets off the beauty of this photo.
After a foggy night, ice crystals attached themselves to this old tree making for a great photo.
At Craters of the Moon national park, a dead tree lies amongst the lava rock. I liked the combination of colors in this shot.
In Carson City, Nevada a distinctive C and the American flag look over the city at the base of the Sierra Nevada Mountains.
As The sun sets over the Sierra Nevada Mountain Range, heavy smoke and haze from the Caldor fire near South Lake Tahoe, creates an eerie scene. You can make out the outline of a few pine trees against the orange sun.
In Pioche, Nevada, an abandoned cable system was used to transfer ore from the mine several miles through town and out to the smelter. I took this photo of the buckets crossing over the graveyard. It feels as if it is a tribute to those who worked, lived and died there.
Ever hear the joke about there was only one tree in the field and I hit it? I thought the same thing when I saw the tire tracks heading at this tree.
I liked the design made in the field while planting crops. The surrounding landscape was really eye catching.
The beauty of the Carson River in Carson City, Nevada comes out with fall colors in the high desert.
Just outside of Pioche, Nevada lies Eagle Valley Reservoir. A nice retreat from the hot desert sun.
Just outside of Pioche, Nevada lies Eagle Valley Reservoir. A nice retreat from the hot desert sun.
The weathering on these rocks produced a unique look. If you look closely, you can see a trail of rock and boulders that have followed the water drainage through the rocks.
In the southern deserts of Nevada, you come across some of the most memorable sights. The blending of brush, colorful rock and trees growing through the cracks is amazing.
A large boulder that looks like it has a nose and an open eye, sits by itself in a field of green bushes in the Sierra Nevada Mountains.
A half moon was visible during the daytime. I liked the look and gave it an antiqued pinhole photograph appearance.
Fall colors are abundant in the meadow as the mountains reflect off of the water
During the summer of 2020, a light haze from fires made for an interesting photograph in the desert of Nevada. The moon shone brightly in the daytime creating a nice blend of color.
“C Hill” sits above Carson City, Nevada. Every year the high school graduating class climbs the steep terrain to change the date in the center of the “C”. This is a long standing tradition that adheres to this day.
Just outside of Cave Lake near Ely, Nevada, you will find this rocky peak standing out on its own.
On Lake Couer D’Alene, Idaho you will find many lakefront homes and cabins that are built with a spectacular view of the area.
The wispy clouds in this photo blend well with the surrounding scenery in Arco, Idaho.
Railroad tracks cross a portion of lake Couer D” Lane in northern Idaho. I gave the photo an older appearance for fun.
Melting snow on a distant mountain top looks like someone poured melted marshmallows on top of it.
Walking through the sage covered desert towards the mountains in Northern Nevada
Sunbeams pierce through a layer of ominous storm clouds giving hope to better days ahead.
A motorized glider flies high above the landscape in Carson City, Nevada. I liked the combination of items in the photo.
A rainbow arches across the sky in Carson City, Nevada. The Sierra Nevada mountains are seen in the background.
Washoe Lake located outside of Carson City, Nevada. During the drought of 2017 the lake dried up. This photo was taken from the center of the lake looking towards Slide Mountain.
A mountain in the distance is covered in snow. The rocky ledge breaks up the surface and with more snow on top, reminded me of a layer cake.
Travelling around the country, you can still find advertisements on the side of buildings like this one advertising for caterpillar tractors, or CAT for short.
The sun sets during the winter creating a spectacular view across a snow dusted desert.
As the summer heat builds, water evaporates and starts to turn waterways into desert.
This long abandoned barn still stands in a pasture in a forest. I went with a old time filter to give the photo its dated look.
Water combined with foliage and some interesting colored rock makes for a really cool photo.
Take a hike and come up upon a beautiful lake in the morning. Spooner Lake is one of the most beautiful lakes near Lake Tahoe that locals have access to. Though not as well known as Tahoe, walking around this lake is most enjoyable.
As the sun prepares to set, the combination of colors through the clouds with the blue sky above makes for a awesome photo.
The Truckee river flows from the Sierra Nevada Mountains to Reno, Nevada. The late summer calms the water from the usual spring runoff torrent.
Early morning at a lake in the desert of Nevada. This peaceful scene was photographed in the morning hours. I really like the way you can just stare at it and feel soothed and at peace.
The first cold snap during fall can leave a beautiful scene to behold. The low lying mist, the dusting of snow and frost on the trees and the mixed colors leave you spellbound
In the deserts of Nevada, you can find some very unusual things. This one room schoolhouse is off the beaten path on highway 50 in central Nevada.
On a calm morning, I shot this photo a desert lake in Nevada. The colors were spectacular and the water reflected them well.
In the Nevada Desert, you come across some interesting things. Here, the sun was in just the right position to give the impression that it had just cut this boulder in half.
Watching the sun come up at Lahontan Reservoir in Northern Nevada can be spectacular.
There are many desert lakes in Nevada that are just perfect for lighting a campfire and relaxing. I liked the colors and warmth of this photo.
large tree stands tall in a field in Idaho. The tree overshadows the field below it with the mountains and forest in the background. I loved the contrast of colors and the symbolism of the photo.
A very old and large cottonwood tree dwarfs a passing steam locomotive in Nevada. I chose to shoot this in black and white and add some color for effect.
An old railroad directional marker stands next to a rail line in Ely, Nevada. Once abandoned, the track now hosts “The Ghost Train” which features an old steam locomotive that takes tourists on a nice ride around the Ely area.
A train and railroad cars weaves its way through Washington State kicking up snow as it travels.
An old cottonwood tree and an old barn show the test of time. I chose to develop this photo with a look that closely matches the era of the images portrayed.
The sun bursts through a chain of storm clouds creating a beautiful scene.
When the winds in Washoe Valley, Nevada begin to blow, they can churn up the waters of Washoe Lake to the point where the waves of the lake look like chocolate al they approach the shoreline.
The snow was coming down heavy and these birds took refuge in a grove of trees. Robins and Bluebirds mixed with others to wait out the storm.
I saw that the sun was making colors in the clouds that still had some moisture after a passing storm. It almost looked like rainbows were being formed. The camera lens created its own perspective in what looks like waves going across the sky. The sun was very bright, so I used some filters to give it a wonderful color which just added to the piece.
Sometimes clouds, light and timing tend to create images in our minds that resemble things we are familiar with. This particular photo resembled a lions head to me.
Even in the middle of the Nevada desert you can find pockets of water evaporating in the summer sun.
A panoramic view of Carson City, Nevada. In the foreground is the soon to be gone forever Lompa Ranch. Development in the area will cover over one of the largest pieces of ranch land in the city with homes and apartments.
Arco, Idaho is located in Butte County. One of the attractions of the area is a mountain where graduating classes from every year back to the early 1900’s have painted their graduation dates on the rocky slope. This practice is set to end in 2020.
The moon is visible during the daytime hours while hanging over a bank of clouds and snowcapped mountains.
An old abandoned farm house and garage sit peacefully in a snow covered landscape.
The Tabor House (far end of photo) in Wallace Idaho is a vacation rental which sits in a very colorful neighborhood. Most of the homes date to the late 1800’s.
This must be what wagon trains saw when travelling across the plains of southeastern Oregon. You can imagine trying to decide what direction to take to get further west.
Near Winnemucca, Nevada, the mountains are fresh with untouched snow. The clouds hanging and casting a cold shadow over the landscape.
Smoke rises from a fire below Slide Mountain in Washoe valley between Reno and Carson City, Nevada. The photo was taken looking across from Washoe Lake.
Craters of the Moon can be a very inhospitable place. This tree defied the odds and grows on a lava sand hill overlooking the valley.
The early morning in Northern Idaho produces some nice mist and low fog in this valley.
The rock formations outside of Elko, Nevada are striking. If you look closely, this one looks like a man sitting on the side of the mountain.
Even with a little smoke in the air from forest fires, these white sands along the Salmon River in Idaho beckon to be walked upon.
Outside of Elko, Nevada, you will find a formation of rocks that seem out of place for the area. The towering pillars are a wonder to behold.
A fisherman tries his luck casting into the waters at Angel Lake outside of Wells, Nevada. Although the lake is small, the views from the altitude of the lake are fantastic.
An abandoned cabin sits alongside the Salmon River in Idaho. It’s condition offering a no frills vacation spot for some lucky person.
A tree grows by itself alongside a once occupied cabin. I decided to create the photo in a vintage look as I liked the blend of colors and over all looks.
On a hazy morning, round stones lie along the Salmon River in Idaho. The color and shape of the stones against the water and surrounding mountains make for a peaceful and calming photo.
An old barn is overgrown with ivy as it rests in an abandoned field. I adjusted the look to give it an old and antique feeling.
A rock lies on top of another at the bottom of a long waterfall. I liked the blend of action and colors in this photo.
A waterfall cascades over a hillside in Northern Idaho. The way the water comes out from behind the vegetation gives it a mysterious feeling.
An old home lies abandoned in a field. The tree has grown around and over the once occupied dwelling. I chose to produce this photo using an aged look a black and white with yellowing for effect.
The moon shines through the branches of a tree at night. I liked this in black and white as it added a kind of creepy and sinister feel.
Cave Lake near Ely, Nevada. The water is calm and reflective with just a hint of ripple effect. Beautiful area to visit.
This image was shot at Cave Lake State Park near Ely, Nevada. On an overcast day, the water was calm and reflective. Very Relaxing and perfect for a leisure time upon the water. The lake itself is not too big but, hosts a campground, day use area and is great for fishing and hiking.
An abandoned barbed wire fence holds it own after many years of service. It has survived snow, rain and fire. This section is located near the old railroad right away in Carson City, Nevada. I liked the colors and the historic value of the photo.
A tunnel bored into a hillside near Wallace, Idaho rests abandoned. It’s original purpose unknown. Water drainage?, mine entrance?, escape tunnel? who knows. The brick work against the green foliage makes for a nice photo of mystery.
In Wallace, Idaho you will find numerous Victorian style homes. I took this photo during the winter of 2017. I chose black and white as I liked the way the home stood out against the snow covered trees. At the time, the snow was falling and you can see this in the photo.
A pipe used to distribute water lies abandoned and disconnected with water from the snow runoff spewing out of the open portion of the pipe. This was found in the forest along the Pulaski Trail in Wallace, Idaho.
Early silver production brought the need to produce charcoal for use in the smelters which processed the ore. Near Willow Creek, six charcoal ovens were built in 1873 to produce charcoal to fuel the smelters.
The beehive shaped ovens were designed as a replacement for the open-pit system that originated in Italy, because they were a more efficient way to reduce pinyon and juniper into useable fuel.
The ovens are 30′ high and 27′ in diameter at the base. The walls are 20″ thick with 3 rows of vents around the base used to control drafts. It took 13 days to fill, burn and empty a 35-cord kiln. Wood was loaded through the back doors where the ovens were banked against higher ground.
Today this area is designated as a State Park. I liked this shot due to the contrast of the ovens against the mountain in the background. This park is well worth a visit as these ovens are unique in design and stand out against the plains of the desert.
Early silver production around Ely, Nevada brought the need to produce charcoal for use in the smelters which processed the ore. Near Willow Creek, six charcoal ovens were built in 1873 to produce charcoal to fuel the smelters.
The beehive shaped ovens were designed as a replacement for the open-pit system that originated in Italy, because they were a more efficient way to reduce pinyon and juniper into useable fuel.
The ovens are 30′ high and 27′ in diameter at the base. The walls are 20″ thick with 3 rows of vents around the base used to control drafts. It took 13 days to fill, burn and empty a 35-cord kiln. Wood was loaded through the back doors where the ovens were banked against higher ground.
Today this area is designated as a State Park and is well worth a visit. The unique design and size of these ovens is remarkable.
In the mountains around Wallace, Idaho, you will find many rivers and streams. During the snow melt, water will run off the mountain sides creating photographic opportunities such as this one.
A collection of pebbles and drift wood are left lying on a beach at Payette Lake in McCall, Idaho. The unknown child who collected these items left them in a green strainer along with a red plastic shovel. I liked the way the colors contrasted with the surroundings including the pebbles that can be seen through the clear water in the morning sun.
As the snow melts in the mountains around Wallace, Idaho, they combine into this waterway which goes through the town. The small waterfall makes for a striking image as the water cascades over and once done, it appears calm and smooth.
On a cool morning in Wallace, Idaho, the clouds hang heavy and the mist rises from the forest floor. It is a beautiful and peaceful scene that just beckons to be photographed.
A brush fire in the distance illuminate’s trees in the foreground in June of 2018. The Voltaire Canyon Fire in Carson City, Nevada burned over 500 acres before being contained. Human caused; this photograph depicts the aftermath of carelessness.
I do not support graffiti, especially on nature but, this one grabbed my attention as I drove around Walker Lake, Nevada located near Hawthorne. The beauty of this lake against the desert and colorful mountains can be just stunning. Point this rock in the opposite direction and you will see the high mountain peaks that fill the lake.
Located in Central Nevada is the Big Smokey Valley. The range of mountains that surround this valley can be breathtaking when looking across them towards the snowcapped mountains. The blend of high desert and mountain tops gives you a sense of calm and peacefulness. Pinion Pines grows well in this high altitude and smell wonderful.
A lonely bench sits along the beachfront of a now waterless Washoe Lake in 2016. The lake located between Carson City and Reno, Nevada has now filled and overflowed at times. The image gives a feeling of loneliness and hope while looking towards the snow capped Slide Mountain.
Brilliant colors abound in this shot taken just outside Virginia City, Nevada. I especially liked the colors of the rock that blended with the hillside and surrounding bushes tones.
A field of yellow flowers and green hills gives a very peaceful feeling. The storm clouds in the background only help to intensify the colors. There is one anomaly in the sky to the right of the photo just above the hillside that I decided to leave in as I cannot identify just what it is so, it adds a bit of mystery to the photo. The photo was taken along Highway 95 in Southern Idaho.
A clear and starry night highlights a snowcapped Slide Mountain in Northern Nevada.
Two Steel Barns are reflected in an adjacent pond on a cool winters day in Jacks Valley, Nevada.
The sun shines bright above the clouds that surround the mountain range casting beams through the clouds.
The Washoe Lake bed in 2016 was dry during the draught. This image is a from the ground view looking towards Slide Mountain which still had snow on it’s top. The lake would eventually refill in 2017. Washoe lake is located between Carson City and Reno in the State of Nevada.
A mushroom on a log in the morning, in the background it almost looks like something is approaching it.
An old VW van rests inside an old barn in Northern Idaho. I really liked the overall look of this image.
Barbed wire is wrapped around the top of a post giving it the look of a rope lasso. I liked the look and the shadow on the ground and chose to use a pin hole filter to achieve this effect.
I really liked the way the colors of the landscape blended together in this image.
An old ore bucket suspended by cable hangs over the graveyard in Pioche, Nevada.
The canyon looms over a tall tree in this image. I liked the blend of color in this shot.
Sunlight bathes a rugged landscape where a rocky hill crested with dark boulders rises above a slope dotted with small shrubs. On the slope is an outcrop that resembles the head of bird of prey.
Dramatic clouds hang over a mountainous landscape, casting shadows on the slopes below. In the foreground, a small town nestles into the valley, contrasting with the wild nature of the towering peaks.
A green alien points towards the sky from a desert hillside beside a large red rock formation under a clear blue sky. The aliens ship lies crashed amongst the desert brush
Gentle shadows play across a textured field of snow, highlighting a series of ridges and troughs formed by the wind. The blue tint of the shadows contrasts with the bright white of the sunlit snow, creating a calming natural pattern.
A dirt road winds through a rocky desert landscape, leading to an old wooden headframe typical of historic mining operations. Sparse vegetation, including a few cacti and colorful rock complete the image.
The Cresent Dunes Solar Energy Project collection tower near Tonopah, Nevada as seen some 30 miles away in the desert mountains.
Jagged rocks dominate a barren hillside under a clear blue sky. The rocks appear to have created the image of a cowboy boot on top of the ridgeline.
Two Canadian Geese fight winds and foul weather as they attempt to fly out of Washoe valley, Nevada
Snow-capped mountains stand majestically under a bright blue sky, with clouds partially covering the peaks. The lower landscape appears arid, contrasting with the white snow and fluffy clouds above.
Silhouetted birds perch on power lines against a backdrop of a clear twilight sky. Rolling hills are visible on the horizon beneath the subtle gradient of fading daylight.
Snow-capped mountains peek through a layer of fluffy clouds, with hints of blue sky above. The landscape conveys a serene and peaceful atmosphere, with soft lighting enhancing the scene.