Fine Art Landscape & Nature Photography

Iced out sunset

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Date: 03/01/2014
Location: Svinaefellsjokull Glacier, Iceland
Title: Iced out sunset

Iceland is place of significant contradictions. It is a volcanic island yet its climate is wickedly wintry and cold. However, for photographers, Iceland can be a like Disneyland for a fine art landscape photographer. This is for the fact that patterns may it be unvarying or contradicting can yield a beautiful photograph. One of the most significant elements in photography is effective composition. A fine art image is at its best when it has captured various textures in a photograph. When you speak about texture it is the curves, patterns and contrast that make a great photo. This fine art image of the Svinaefellsjokull Glacier emphasized on the contrast and texture of the elements in the environment. The texture in this photo emphasized the individual details of the rock formations, glacial mountain the Icelandic skyline all during a spectacular sunset.

The rendered texture in this photo gave the viewers the pleasure to experience the beauty of Iceland. This picture is capable of allowing people to imagine them standing right in front of this captivating scenery. The attention to detail gave this snapshot character and realism. The beautiful horizon and dainty cloud formation balanced the unbreakable   appeal of the rock formation beneath it.

Due to its vague and pragmatic appeal, this fine art image can be a gorgeous ornamental piece. Thinking of ways on how to upscale a home or office interior design to be more artsy and elegant, a fine art print of this landscape can be a wise investment to make.

Layers of autumn

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Date: 10/21/2013
Location: Portland, Maine
Title: Layers of autumn

Fine art photos speak a magnitude of an artist’s visions and perceptions of places, landscapes and sceneries. An image can be considered a fine art because it depicts the different perspectives of an artist. A fine art photo has the capacity to showcase to a specific audience the varying angles and perspectives of the subject. Beautiful fine art images are mostly showcasing Mother Nature with all her elegance and magnificence. The moving bodies of water are one favorite photo shoot subject by various fine art landscape photographers.

Capturing moving water like a stream, river or ocean can depict various human emotions and experiences. The element of water provides a different sense of calm, peace and serenity. Furthermore, water can influence the audience when it appears to be disturbed and raging. This photos of violent waters evokes the feelings of fear, chaos and unrest. Thus, the water element in photography is a powerful medium to include in one’s arsenal of photography secrets.

This captivating fine art photo was taken during a trip to Maine during the fall season. It was a nice Portland photo shoot session, few hours before my flight home, because of the beautiful hues of autumn foliage. The flowing stream was so peaceful as it effortlessly follow its own path. The soft tones of the stream create a different sense of inner tranquility.

A fine art print of this image will be a nice home decoration piece. There are a lot of people who own houses and offices who will surely love to own a fine art piece like this one.

 

The flow of autumn

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Date: 10/21/2013
Location: Portland, Maine
Title: The flow of autumn

Where there is water, there is certainly life. Water in photographs creates a lively and realistic appeal. Thus, most fine art photographers will spend long hours trying to capture the element of water whether it is restless, placid or flowing.

When water is in motion, it can be truly magical when it appears in photos. The challenge of slowing down the shutter speed just to capture this flowing stream against a highly detailed rock formation will require much attention and precision. The fluid-motion technique brought the beautiful silky smoothness of the stream. However, capturing images of moving water is not just all about precision. A lot of effort  is done in experimenting on how to come up with this gorgeous fine art photo.

This fine art photo is a perfect ornamental piece that will brighten up any room. The gorgeous orange hues of the leaves against the dark colored rocks gave this scene a burst of life through colors. There are a lot of ways which this photo can stand out and pull any design plan together. Just imagine how a fine art print of this image will look good against a wall in a living room or bedroom. The sheer feeling of relaxation and tranquility will surely make this fine art photo a masterpiece on your walls.

 

Eye of the corona

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Date: 02/27/2014
Location: Geyzir, Iceland
Title: Eye of the corona

Visitors to Iceland have been enchanted throughout the years by the Northern Lights. Properly known as Aurora Borealis, this stunning display of natural light phenomena have been subjects of a myriad of fine art photos since time immemorial.

The dazzling colors and mesmerizing glow of the Northern Lights across the night sky appears naturally magical in photos. Thus, plenty of seasoned and aspiring nightscape photographers from across the globe travel to Iceland to capture the best images they can get.

This fine art image is of the Northern Lights was taken during a photography trip to Iceland. The lights are mostly of green color because of the interaction between the oxygen and nitrogen approximately 60 miles above the atmosphere of the earth. The red glows are brought about by the oxygen and nitrogen molecules in a higher altitude. The eye of the solar storm, known as corona, captured in this magnificent photo  is definitely not to hard to understand why the Northern Lights is one of Iceland’s top tourist attractions.

Iceland happens to be found right at the middle of the auroral zone. This is the place where this natural phenomenon frequently occurs. As a matter of fact, some Northern Lights or auroras can be seen on any clear night sky in Iceland. However, the intensity will vary in significant extremes depending on the solar activity.

For homeowners, this is a perfect design piece for a living room or a bedroom. An office lobby will look definitely stylish with ornament on the wall. Investing on a fine art print of this beautiful image is a sensible decision for everyone.

Candle light

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Date: 02/27/2014
Location: Geyzir, Iceland
Title: Candle light

Traveling and photography go hand in hand. Exploring the beauty and wonder of Mother Nature can be a perfect opportunity for an a fine art nightscape photographer. For those who have that distinct imaginative and creative drive in them, a visit to Iceland can be an exhilarating experience.

The picture above was taken in Geyzir, Iceland. A night with fine weather and absolutely clear skies is required in order to witness the world famous natural phenomenon. The Northern Lights or also known as aurora borealis appeared on the skyline above a mountainous area. The captivating colors of green and red illuminated the sky. This is a beautiful snapshot of the Northern Lights of which millions of tourists from across the globe would want to observe. The lights appear to dance and move in intricate patterns which are utterly delightful.

This is an interesting fine art photograph because of the amazing display of color and light. This aurora display appeared to be a flickering candle amidst the dark. The hues of green and red made it look to be festive and joyful.

These Northern Lights may appear in a wide variety of hues. However, the most common ones are pink and green. The fascinating patterns of ripples, arcs, curtains and shooting rays make these aurora to be very a beautiful subject for fine art photographs.

A fine art print of this flickering aurora borealis can recreate a homey and attention-grabbing ambiance into a home or office. This piece of visual art can be a sensible investment to make because fine art photographs of this nature are always known to be timeless ornamental items.

Fall colors of Zion

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Date: 11/13/2013
Location: Zion National Park, Utah
Title: Fall colors of Zion

One of the most interesting places to visit for an outdoor photographer are the National Parks within the United States. Across the country, there are numerous National Parks which attract hoards and thousands of tourists from various walks of life. Photography enthusiasts frequently flock into one of the most prominent parks in the country, the Zion National Park which was referred to be the oldest national park in Utah. Designated in 1919 this place has been known for its magnificent canyons and breath taking river walks.

During a short hike around Zion Canyon, this interesting landscape seemed like captivating scenery. The placid flow of the Virgin River water against the imposing texture of the rock formation made this scene a perfect fine art snapshot. A hiking experience along the Virgin river walk in Zion Canyon creates a serene view to behold. This fine art photograph speaks a magnitude about the importance of texture and contrasting elements to come up with very beautiful photographs. The attention of the viewers are all drawn into the the character of the rock formations because of its visual impact. This kind of visual appeal brings more life and character to this photo. The movement of lines adds a dramatic appeal which awakens human emotions.

Buying a fine art print of this photograph can be a sensible thing to do especially for those home owners and office managers who would want to upscale their interiors with a very artsy masterpiece. This picture will not only depict the beauty of Zion National Park but it will celebrate the significance of outdoor fine art landscape photography.

Golden drops of sunset

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Date: 10/14/2013
Location: Pemaquid, Maine
Title: Golden drops of sunset

Fine art photos are always priceless possessions. The beauty of Mother Nature being captured in prints is concrete evidence of creativity and artistry of a photographer. The challenge of capturing images in the great outdoors goes beyond the difficulty of manipulating the elements that make an image a fine art masterpiece. The dynamic elements of light, changing clouds and wind can surely influence the quality of images being captured during an outdoor photo shoot. When you are shooting a sunset photo just like this one, it takes a lot of patience in capturing an image that will showcase the splendor of the scenery while making the elements work at the photographer’s advantage.

Pictures of beautiful sunsets are inspiring. They invoke a different sense of mystic and calm. This is the main reason why plenty of artists would dedicate a photo shoot session to capture the “golden hour” when the sun plays well with the camera lens. Since this golden and precious hour of the day will not last for too long, photographers sit patiently as it start to unfold in front of their naked eyes.

This beautiful sunset shot was taken right off the coasts of Maine. With its beautiful coastlines, Maine offers photographers the opportunity to capture gorgeous sunsets and sunrise. As you stand and marvel at the beauty of the sun, you will definitely feel the transformation of the environment as rays of sun start to flicker as sunset begins. The warm hues of sunset stir up feelings of warmth, coziness and elegance. The magenta sky has made this fine art photo to be interestingly vibrant. As the waves hit the steadfast rock formations, this image was brought to life.

This image of the sunset in Maine can be a perfect design piece for a bedroom or relaxation room. It can also be included for a design plan for gazebos and other rooms in the house or office which can be a perfect relaxation nooks.