In the footsteps of a master.

Ansel Adams is arguably one of the greatest American photographers ever. I would argue he was the greatest landscape photographer ever. Though i do enjoy the work of current Aussie Photographer peter eastway.
Anyway, Desiree and I had an amazing experience this past week. On our way home from Lake Tahoe, we decided to drive home via Yosemite national park. The awesome beauty of which has been shown around the world through the work of Ansel Adams. Though we had only a few hours to drive through the park, it was something we would do again if only for a few minutes. We are really hoping to go back and make a real vacation out of it. We want to hike the hikes that many photographers have hiked with their big field cameras in tow. We want to see the scenes that inspired national parks.
Next time you are in California and have a day, consider going a little out of your way to take in the beauty we are surrounded with. And you can also play 'guess that language.' Most of the people we saw were from other countries, coming here to take in the beauty of America.


This image was taken on the way into Yosemite Valley. Desiree jumped out of the car as I pulled over on a little tiny shoulder hopeing not to get hit by a car!! ...about 50 yards downs the road was a pull out... oh well, the view was amazing!

Above yosemite valley are a number of little lakes. This lake was right off the road. I had just stopped on the road and got out to take some pictures. After we got back in the car and drove to the couth end of the lake, Desiree had me stop again and walk out to a quiet point of the lake. The pictures from this spot are so much better than the others. Two lessons, always listen to your wife, second lesson; look at things a little differently sometimes.

Yes, this is the typical image of Yosemite valley... but really, a view like this, one can't not stop and take the picture!!

This was Desiree again seeing things differently, she not only saw the mighty mountain but contrast of the fragility of the ferns at her feet...

This was done on the way into Yosemite. It is an amazing overlook that looks down into the valley. It is an amazing view, if you get a chance to go to Yosemite, take the extra hour and a half to drive to the top, you won't regret it!