Last Sunday snow was forecast, so we headed out into the San Luis Valley, Colorado for a half-day in what was supposed to be blizzard conditions. I’ve been in far worst blizzards. The snow held off for some time, however, after the initial delightful powdery stuff, the snow was thick and wet. Wet snow just didn’t cut it. Of course, we made a day of it and took lunch and cups of tea. When we got home I warmed up with a large whiskey.
This area is one of my most favorite places to visit for personal work or on a photo tour/workshop. On this trip, I was looking to photograph familiar locations in more minimalist compositions. As a side note, my friend and author John Nichols told me he derived inspiration for his book “The Milagro Beanfield War” in this area.
And then the heavy wet snow began to fall, which was beautiful to look at for sure, but my gear didn’t like it, especially the lens front element.
Thank you for all your comments, and compliments. I really appreciate all my friends, and as always thank you for looking.
Geraint
32 thoughts on “San Luis Valley Snow Day Out”
Nice stuff G
Thanks, Les. G
Geraint, As always your pictures tell stories.. the old homestead thru the wire and other really spoke to me.
Your drives winter or summer are always places I want to see.
Thank you.
We head to Monte Vista on Monday for our second shot then on to the refuge with our binoculars. ???
Thank you for your compliments, Patsy. I trust all went well with your shots and you had a great time at the NWR. G
Love the dabs of color in the silo shot. Great pics, think my hands would have dropped the camera, it looks so cold!
Cold out warm back in the car, it helps. It looks colder than it actually was. Thank you, June. G
These are all great. Thanks very much!
Thanks so much, Bob. G
Missed the old structures at my first view. I was captured by Ute. The weather-worn buildings and the skeletons of horse are of times long past. Thank you, Geraint, for the beauty of yesterday
Thank you, Carole. Thank you for the compliments. G
For us to see what others may not, makes us artists.
SueCee from New York
I’ll take that. Thank you SueCee. G
These remind me of Andrew Wyeth’s paintings in Maine. Brings me back to the east coast. Thank you! Alexis
I’ll feel that same way and I’ve been inspired by Andrew Wyeth since I was a kid. I’m glad you see that. Thank you, Alexis. G
Lovely images, naturally sepia.
Thank you so much, Sally. G
Wow, wow, a great series. Homestead with pathway is my fave
Probably many similar scenes where you are. Next winter! Thanks, Larry. G
I love this drive to San Luis and you sure captured how beautiful this sometimes raw landscape can appear. I was touched by the cycle of Mother Nature when you captured the horse skeleton. Paired with the lone tree it became quite chilling.
Thank you so much, Susan. The San Luis Valley is probably my most favorite place around here. We spend a lot of time up there as it’s a short drive from home. I’m glad you like the horse and tree image. My fav! G
Thanks – so stunning
Thank you, Ron. I really appreciate it. G
I usually look at these once, then again later, before I delete them. I’m having trouble even thinking about deleting these. All of them so expressive. I felt I was there. Thank you Geraint.
That’s nice to hear, Jo. I really appreciate your compliments. G
I like the first one, the lone tree with grasses as foreground, and the barn in heavier snow. I keep stopping at them both. Thanks for sharing.
Hi Bob.Thank you. I hope you’re well. I’m still enjoying your book a lot. G
The answer my friend is blowing in the wind and that horse is going nowhere. Thanks.
He’ll be gone soon as the ravens and coyotes tuck back in. Thanks for looking, Alison. G
Geraint…. nice treatment to this group of shots… …..Now I believe that they did not come out of the camera as RAW photos like that… will you share the secret… ?
I sent you an email, Noel. Thanks so much. G
I love this drive! Solitude and pure beauty in Southern CO. I miss it so much! Thanks for the memories!
I’ve been out there three times since this day. It’s definitely quiet and peaceful. Thank you, Roberta. G