Fine Art Images from the American Southwest

Tag: Snow

Grand View, Moonrise Over Vallecito Peak

Grand view of thanksgiving eve moon rising over Vallecito Peak, in the Sangre de Cristo range of the Rocky Mountains. I wanted to share this grand view that we saw from the highway that runs north – south  from where we live, across the mesa, toTaos. Here’s the image I posted from that day. This expansive scene captivated me upon a second review of the shots I made after I stitched these three images together. It’s a big, beautifully panorama of the mountains of northern New Mexico. Thanks for looking. G

Grand Vista, Moonrise Over Vallecito Peak

Gorgeous Moonrise, Vallecito Peak

Gorgeous moonrise over Vallecito Peak in the Sangre de Cristo range of the Rocky Mountains. The moon rose over the subdued rosy hues of the snowy peak. It climbed slowly and deliberately, creeping inch by inch until it cleared the snow-capped peak. Finally it appeared to linger for a moment, and glimmered like a giant pearl, as it kissed the crest adieu. A beautiful end to a gorgeous day in New Mexico. Thanks for looking. G

Gorgeous Moonrise Over Vallecito Peak

Sitting On The Fence

Sitting on the fence, lots of snow all over Taos County. Took a walk out early this morning as the sun rose over the Sangre de Cristos. I had a thoroughly good time photographing the more abstract elements on the subject of snow. Temperature here at noon today, 18º F. Thanks for looking and stay warm. G

Sitting On The Fence

Snow, Snow, Let It Snow

Snow, Snow, Let It Snow. This was a good day for snow in the Carson National Forest. I liked the graphic nature of this image and would like more snow on a regular basis this winter. It’s a favorite time of year to get out making images. The solitude and lack of crowds in the woods and out in the landscape is most appealing. If you’re so inclined, and would enjoy a photo tour this winter into the northern New Mexico or southern Colorado landscape, give me a call or send me an email. As always thank you for looking. G

Snow, Snow, Let It Snow

Winter in Colorado

Winter in New Mexico

Roof Ladder, Arroyo Seco, New Mexico

 

Roof ladder in Arroyo Seco, New Mexico. The walls weep when the snow melts. The ladder to the roof weathers another storm and so it goes. Thanks for looking. G

Roof Ladder, Arroyo Seco, New Mexico

Cottonwood And Snow El Prado, NM

Cottonwood and snow El Prado, Taos New Mexico. Just a few days ago. Looking out for more to come. Passing through El Prado (the meadows) there are many places to pull over with scenes like this to absorb or to take a breath of fresh air, or to make an image.  Thanks for looking. G

Cottonwood And Snow El Prado, NM

Here are the links to some views in El Prado from the last couple of decades. Enjoy. G

https://geraintsmith.com/potd/pages/archive/july_08/july_29_08.html

https://geraintsmith.com/potd/pages/archive/may_09/may_20_09.html

https://geraintsmith.com/potd/pages/archive/september_07/sept_06_07.html

https://geraintsmith.com/potd/pages/archive/march_10/march_30_10.html

https://geraintsmith.com/potd/pages/archive/april_10/april_09_10.html

https://geraintsmith.com/potd/pages/archive/december_07/dec_26_07.html

https://geraintsmith.com/potd/pages/archive/october_15/oct_25_15.html

https://geraintsmith.com/potd/pages/archive/november_15/nov_06_15.html

 

Tree Arroyo Seco, NM

Tree in the middle of the village of Arroyo Seco, NM. The first snowfall in the valley still lingers on the leaves of this colorful addition to the corner at the Snow Mansion in Arroyo Seco. Colors abound in northern New Mexico this fall. Thanks for looking. G

Tree Arroyo Seco, NM

Valdez Valley Winter Road

Valdez Valley winter road just north of Taos at the gateway to Taos Ski Valley. Waking up to the snow this morning did the heart good following one of the driest summers we’ve had in a number of years. This first snow, in the Taos area last night, prompted us to take a drive around some of our rural neighborhoods. Coming across this scene in the Valdez Valley was like stepping into the “living” land of enchantment! Thanks for looking. G

Valdez Valley Winter Road

First Snow On The Sangre De Cristos, NM

First snow on the Sangre de Cristo mountains, northern New Mexico. Always an exciting moment when the clouds lift and the sun shines a spotlight on the snow covered peaks in the Sangre de Cristo mountains. This evening in San Cristobal. Thanks for looking. G

First Snow On The Sangre De Cristos, NM

Vallecito Peak Snow Or Hail?

Vallecito Peak snow or hail? July 27, 2018 too soon for snow? Then it must be hail, although in the past there has been snow in early August. Well it was gone by morning, but the best part, it was some much needed moisture. Thanks for looking. G

Vallecito Peak Snow Or Hail?