Turning Time
Category: 04 Award Winners
Horseshoe Bend, Arizona
The power of American landscapes constantly amazes me. Deep in the ancient lands of the southwest, this classic scene had to be captured at the magic moment. I had camped out for seven days in Page, Arizona, waiting for the right light. I had made a pilgrimage to this radical edge many times, but was unhappy with the results. This grand scene needed that special lighting. On day eight, Mother Nature revealed her glory. I stood in awe right on the edge of the amphitheater, watching the clouds gather, and a stunning reflection on the river below. I used a wide angle lends to capture the scene, with my hands steady on the rocks. Only inches from the edge, I pressed the shutter. Looking at the final print, the wait and risk was well worth it.
