Rocky Mountain Oasis

Rocky Mountain Oasis landscape photo by Dan Bourque

A tranquil alpine pond mirrors the morning sun as it warms jagged Rocky Mountain peaks in Colorado. Details: an unseasonably warm winter has thawed this beautiful pond near Mount Princeton earlier than usual to make this photo possible in the minutes just after dawn. This area, called Spring Canyon, is nestled alongside…

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Moon Through the Looking Glass

Moon Through the Looking Glass landscape photo by Dan Bourque

The waning moon is perfectly reflected beside Rocky Mountain peaks glowing in the first light of morning. Details: This pristine little pond lies below Cottonwood Pass just north of Mount Princeton in central Colorado in a place called Spring Canyon. Most years, there would be no reflection because this pond would…

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View of the Twisted Tree

View of the Twisted Tree landscape photo by Dan Bourque

An ancient, twisted juniper looks on at a glorious sunset over Garden of the Gods, Colorado. Details: I could spend 100 years in Garden of the Gods, Colorado and still not find every photo worthy spot. The park is known for its massive red rock fins and spires, the biggest of…

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Grand Canyon Gold

Grand Canyon Gold

The setting sun turns the Grand Canyon into shadows and streaks of rocky gold. Details: The Grand Canyon is absolutely incredible. It’s even more incredible at sunrise and sunset. It’s even more incredible with unique streaking clouds. Patience paid off, and I was fortunate enough to have all the elements…

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The Fence and the Storm

The Fence and the Storm landscape photo by Dan Bourque

The evening sun illuminates golden summer grass under a dramatic storm in central Colorado. Details: There’s something about storms that captures my imagination as a photographer. I love trying to capture the immensity and drama they bring, especially in Colorado where such storms can be seen from miles away in the…

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Desert Contrast

Desert Contrast landscape panorama by Dan Bourque

  A desert storm leaves a contrast of colors and climates at sunset over Red Rock Canyon, Nevada Details: Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area in Nevada is one of my favorite places in the west because it’s a land of contrasts. In this scene, a storm has just covered the…

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