A Tribute to Ansel Adams

When it comes to landscape photography, few places hold the historical significance of Tunnel View in Yosemite National Park. Renowned photographer Ansel Adams, celebrated for his iconic images of American wilderness, immortalized this viewpoint in the early days of landscape photography. Tunnel View offers a breathtaking panoramic view that encompasses iconic features like El Capitan, Bridalveil Fall, and Half Dome, all framed by the surrounding trees in a tunnel-like entrance.

Photographing the sunset at Tunnel View is a timeless experience. As the sun descends, it bathes the valley in warm, golden light, casting long shadows and accentuating the rugged beauty of the landscape. As I set up my camera to capture the sunset, I felt like a part of history. I became part of a legacy of photographers who have come here over the years to pay homage to the stunning landscapes that Ansel Adams and others helped immortalize. It's a place where history and natural beauty converge, offering every new photographer the perfect opportunity to create their own photographic masterpiece.

Views from the Observation Tower

Time for my last “swampy” blog post in a little while! The Grand Bay Wildlife Management Area in Valdosta is a 7,000 acre area which serves as a refuge for local wildlife. It includes both wetlands (swamp) habitats and forest habitats, which you can view from designated boardwalks and hiking trails. We made a short stop here to climb up the observation tower for an aerial view of the surrounding land. Here are some of my favourite images from high above the bald cypress trees.

The Famous Wharariki Beach

Wharariki Beach, or “that beach on the Windows desktop background”, as it is more commonly known, is one of New Zealand’s best kept secrets. As it is in the northernmost tip of the South Island, getting there from the Abel Tasman region takes a little bit of time, patience, and planning. I tried to leave plenty of time during my visit, allowing for two sunsets and a sunrise, but the weather was having none of it. Despite the overcast mornings and evenings, and the almost constant rain, we managed a partly cloudy mid-morning visit. It’s not all I had hoped for from this detour, but it was still certainly worth the trip.

The West Coast from Above

A bird's-eye view always reveals a different perspective on the landscape and brings out the true scale of the place. I had a few opportunities for aerial photography during my road trip through the West Coast of New Zealand, and I think these images really show off the untamed beauty of the region. The images below were taken near Tauparikākā Marine Reserve and Cape Foulwind.