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Winter Sunset in the High Desert [Explore]
The Colorado Plateau is, to my eye, the most fascinating place on the planet. In addition to the stunning geologic formations and the vibrant colors among the rock strata, the higher elevations lead to dramatic weather patterns and atmospheric conditions that combine with the desert vegetation to create an utterly unique landscape.
Standing mere yards away from Grosvenor Arch in the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument on New Years Day, a recent snowfall is followed by a confused weather pattern that brought gusty, freezing winds from the north and east competing with higher clouds and more precipitation from the west. For a few hours, at least, there was a clearing at ground level, enabling me to catch a few images.
Congrats on Explore!
Winter Sunset in the High Desert [Explore]
The Colorado Plateau is, to my eye, the most fascinating place on the planet. In addition to the stunning geologic formations and the vibrant colors among the rock strata, the higher elevations lead to dramatic weather patterns and atmospheric conditions that combine with the desert vegetation to create an utterly unique landscape.
Standing mere yards away from Grosvenor Arch in the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument on New Years Day, a recent snowfall is followed by a confused weather pattern that brought gusty, freezing winds from the north and east competing with higher clouds and more precipitation from the west. For a few hours, at least, there was a clearing at ground level, enabling me to catch a few images.
Congrats on Explore!