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An Evening Along the Shore of Lake Powell, Arizona
We had about ninety minutes at Lake Powell on our way into Utah. A walk along the shore around sunset turned a break in the drive into a favorite photo stop.
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Along the Way.
Places I explore, moments I capture, and things I learn with a camera in hand.
Explore photo-led travel stories, Arizona hiking ideas, national park viewpoints, and practical photography tips from my time outdoors. From Weavers Needle in the Superstition Mountains to Havasupai waterfalls and Bryce Canyon National Park, these posts bring together original photos and useful details to help you plan your own outing.
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Wave Cave: One of My Favorite Arizona Trail Views
A desert hike to Wave Cave, with my favorite compositions, softer sunset light, and ways to photograph both cave texture and silhouettes.
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An Evening at East Pocket near Flagstaff with Zevia
Our Zevia shoot at East Pocket came with a beautiful campsite view, a rough drive, and a much colder night than I expected. Here is...
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Saguaro National Park: Choosing a District and Exploring the Desert
We hiked from Sendero Esperanza to Wasson Peak for golden hour. The ridge views were beautiful, and the cold walk back reminded me why layers...
Read the storyCanyon Lake and Mormon Flat Dam: An Arizona Desert Outing
I loved the view above Canyon Lake, but getting there involved loose ground and an exposed edge. This was not a maintained overlook walk, and...
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Beavertail State Park: Rhode Island Coastline and Lighthouse Views
After exploring Newport, we finished our Rhode Island day at Beavertail State Park. We came for the coast and sunset rather than a museum visit...
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New England Fall Road Trip: Coastlines, Foliage and Best Western
Our October New England trip brought together fall color, disc golf, coastal sunsets, and a Vermont hotel stay. The route changed along the way, and...
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East Rock Park: New Haven Views and Fall Foliage
East Rock was a quick overlook stop on our New England trip. We drove up then, so check today's summit access before planning the same...
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Wadsworth Falls State Park: Connecticut Waterfall Views in Autumn
A break in the rain gave us time for a short visit to Wadsworth Falls. The water was roaring, and I spent the fading light...
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Willey House Historic Site: Fall Foliage in Crawford Notch
We reached Willey House in Crawford Notch around sunset. A short walk and mountain reflections in the still water made it one of my favorite...
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Visiting Portland Head Light: Fort Williams Park and Museum
Portland Head Light was a stop I was excited to photograph on our New England trip. One of my favorite moments was watching the moon...
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Havasupai Waterfalls: A Place I Keep Coming Back To
The turquoise water, red canyon walls, and memories that keep bringing me back to Havasupai. A personal story through photos and video.
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