The Eye of Alabama Hills Limited Edition as low-angle light moved slowly

as low-angle light moved slowly across the desert floor

I spent a full week digging myself out with no help

it often reveals itself as a subtle wash of color beneath the stars

all visible features appear as photographed

The Eye of Alabama Hills Limited Edition as low-angle light moved slowlyAlabama Hills, California This photograph was made at the Eye of Alabama Hills arch, one of my favorite compositions anywhere in the West. What makes this scene special to me is how naturally it comes together. The cactus in the foreground aligns almost perfectly with the opening in the rock behind it, without forcing the frame or searching for an angle that isnt there. Moments like this are rare. When they happen, it feels less like creating and more