The forests of the Pacific Northwest are a beautiful place to photograph, especially during the summer months. The trees are lush and full, the light is dappled and enchanting, and there’s an overall feeling of peace and tranquility.
The road to Obstruction Point is a narrow gravel, often perched above a drop to the valley below. It is not a route for the faint of heart if you’re not experienced in driving these types of roads.
Discover the Tree of Life at Olympic National Park in Washington. This unique marvel of nature grows atop a coastal bluff, defying the odds.
I recently met up with my daughter for a day hike at Mt. Rainier National Park. From the Sunrise Visitors Center on the Northeast corner of the mountain, we hiked the trail to the Mt. Fremont Lookout. As the day progressed, the light on Mt. Rainier washed out. I then focused on the close-up intimate…
Recently I shared my story of a spring hike at Rocky Coulee near Vantage, Washington. One thing that caught my attention was the number of burnt trees remaining from a wildfire that burned through the area in 2018. Since the fire, grasses have reclaimed the area that burned. Standing in stark contrast to the green…
Instead of planning my photos, I prefer to explore the landscape with my camera. Experiencing nature first allows me to be open to the light and landscape before me. I started the day exploring the Gifford Pinchot National Forest near Randle, Washington. I knew snow still covered many forest roads in May. After photographing along…
My time to get away and explore is often between shifts at the fire department. One of those days was on a recent Sunday. After my 24-hour shift, I set off for the Olympic Peninsula. I stopped for a quick nap and early dinner near Hoodsport, Washington, then drove to Lake Cushman. I made a…
This past weekend, Spring weather arrived in the Pacific Northwest. Temperatures west of the cascades reached the 70s, and we had several days without rain. The warmer weather was a welcome relief from one of the wettest and coolest springs. Before this, snow fell in the Cascades Mountains – making for very scenic conditions. We’re…
A black and white intimate landscape photograph of vine maples along the edge of a forest near Snoqualmie Pass, Washington.