The winter sun is setting on the Knik River. In a few months this marsh will change. Everywhere that you see snow will become water. The dead grass will spring to life The birds and fish will return.
Alpenglow colors on the mountains. We have beauftiful sunset colors this time of the year, in the Anchorage area.
Night sky full of stars near Eureka Roadhouse, Alaska
My favorite part of Portage Valley, Alaska is the old growth spruce forest. I love how all of the branches have a thick layer of moss on them.
The almost full harvest moon over the farm fields of Palmer
Went looking for northen lights at Hatcher Pass. All I found were tons of stars and the milky way.
One of the buildings at Hatcher pass covered in snow. The soft glow on the left are the city lights of Palmer, Alaska
Made another trip up to Independence Mine in Hatcher Pass. Fortunately this time the moon had not risen yet. The city lights of Palmer were the only light source. It cast an eeriy glow on the old abandoned buildings of the Historic Independence Mine.
Beautiful morning on the Knik River, near Palmer, AK
The mon was shining so bright. Reflecting off the snow made it almost seem like daylight.
Exploring the shoreline of Portage Lake
I went to Hatcher Pass last night to capture the Auroras. From the looks of it so did everyone else. There were easily 50 cars parked at the parking lot below. Of course the auroras didn't make an appearance.
The always picturesque Eklutna Tailrace at night. The Tailrace is the spill water from The Eklutna hydroelectric plant. The lights from the palnt can be seen in the distance. Not sure how the tailrace got its name.
Wind carved snow at Bird Point, Alaska
Hatcher Pass view from Independence Mine. The moon was so bright that there was no need for a flashlight.
The sky was gray all day long. Then just as the sun was getting ready to set the clouds opened up to a odd winter rainfall. Suddenly Everything had a orangish glow to it. I jumpoed into my truck and headed down the Seward Highway to see if I could find some good stormy shots. That is when I happened upon the end of the rainbow at Potter Marsh. No, I didn't find the pot of gold or a leprechaun.
The milky way over Sheep Mountain, Alaska
Take a moment out of your day. Get out and get a breath of fresh air.
Standing in the middle of the icy cold creek trying to capture a beter angle of Portage Glacier. The beginning of our hike I was doubtful that I would get a decent shot because of the clouds. By the time we got down to Portage lake the clouds opened up creating beautiful light.
Who's ready for winter? Here in Anchorage the mountain tops are covered in a light dusting of snow. Sooner than later the snow will make its way down to the Anchorage bowl. I personally am not ready for winter.
The crescent moon and Venus were shining bright last night. I captured a quick shot while waiting for the northern lights to show. The orangie city lights of Anchorage also lit up the night sky. This was taken near Twenty-Mile River, Alaska
An angled shot of the Mine Managers's house at Independence Mine. The glowing light to the right of the house comes from the city lights of Palmer.
The wind patterns resemble waves in the water.
A few night shots of Independence mine in Hatcher Pass with a almost full moon in the background
Another beautiful sunset along Turnagain Arm, AK
Looking towards the end of the tailrace. Where the waters meet the Knik River. The Knik river joins the Matanuska river, which eventually flows into the Cook Inlet.
Beautiful colorful sunset on Turnagain Arm. The active volcano, Mount Redoubt is sits on the horizon. The receding tide leaves behind a plethora of tidepools along that reflect the colors of the sunset.
Probably the most hiked mountain trail in Anchorage, Alaska. Flat top mountain is a short drive from downtown Anchorage. On a cold moonlit night, there aren't too many people brave enough to hike the snowy mountain.
My camera bag wanted to strike a pose in front of Portage Glacier
The Historic Independence Mine, in Hatcher Pass, Alaska, sits quietly under the stars.
Shot of the Milky Way over Independence mine in Hatcher Pass, AK
Panorama of the milky way over the mountains of Hatcher Pass Independence Mine.
Beautiful patterns in the snow at Bird Point, AK. Took this picture as at the beginning of my 2 hour snowshoe hike.
Potter Marsh Sunset
I drove down to Eklutna Tailrace to scout out some different angles to shoot. I'll probably go back this weekend. I discovered a small group of ducks, not sure what kind. Hopefully they are there when I go back.
Photo I took of Turnagain Arm, near Mchugh trailhead, just after the sunset
The almost completely full harvest moon as it is about to set behind the mountain side. You can see my snow tracks in the image. What you can't see is how deep the snow is. I stand around 6 foot 3 inches. The snow in this area was came up to mid stomach on me. I was surprised that the the snow was already so deep this early in the season. To the right are the fog covered lights of Anchorage, Alaska
The galactic core of the milky way has been photographed so much. I thought that I would give the tail end of the milky way a little attention. Combined with the high thin cloud cover, a dreamy effect occurs.
Winter moon lighting the landscape of the Denali Highway
The moon trying it's best to imitate the brightness of the sun.
No northern lights. No problem. On a dark night like this I will gladly shoot the milky way. This is 4 images shot at high ISO stacked together to reduce noise. I got lucky that a meteor flashed me.
The city lights of Palmer, Alaska can be seen from Historic Independence Mine in Hatcher Pass. The full moon was a great off camera light that lit up the foreground.