I spent the last weekend up at one of my favorite desert locations. It was my third trip out this year, and I plan on returning a few more times. I’ve never been disappointed by this place. The conditions always seem to be appealing for photography which is great because it is quite a drive. The day started off quite bland, cloudless and hot with the sun beating down turning my face slight shades of pink. A few clouds began to blossom into the sky and quickly looked as if a storm was ready to dump onto the rocks. My excitement began to grow and felt like I was going to strike gold once again. However, that quickly changed as the clouds were moving at what seemed like a record pace. Compositions I had thought of previously were now under bluebird skies. The sun broke through the dark clouds briefly and lit up the red sandstone streaks as beautifully as I could recall. In the distance, a lone figure provides some scale to the landscape. Shortly after, the skies almost all but cleared by sunset leaving just a trickle of what was left of the dramatic clouds. While slightly disappointed with the lack of light, I couldn’t help but feel immense joy and happiness. To be in such a beautiful place with wonderful company was pure bliss, and reminded me that there is more to just photographing fiery sunsets. The evening concluded with a warm fire under the stars and wonderful conversation. Certainly not a bad way to end an evening up here!
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Sig Nordal 