This precious stormy light came along at sunset during a very brief break between snow squalls. In SW Utah, we had a quick-moving cold front move through yesterday afternoon. Blowing, cold, snow, followed by the most glorious light a photographer could hope for. Just enough time to get a couple shots, not the composition you plan for by any means. But just a golden glow in this canyon that conveniently cuts through the red sandstones of the Vermilion Cliffs of the Grand Staircase.
MJF Images Fine Art landscape, nature and travel images from the American West and around the world.
A photo & travel blog with a difference: Instead of strict focus on photo how-to, gear and the like, I'll pass on knowledge about the places and cultures photographed. I believe the more deeply you come to know a place, the better your pictures will be.
My past careers as science teacher and geologist mean that I can't help but teach about the natural history of photogenic places around the world. But photography is not forgotten. You'll also see practical tips about where and how to photograph the destinations. And once a week, Friday Foto Talk gives photography tips and how-to on a selected topic, for novices on up to expert.
What you won't find here is endless discussion about me braving dangerous weather, terrain or wild animals to get the shot. Nor will there be cheerleading gear talk or marketing pitches. I promise to leave that to other blogs, of which there are many.
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