Outdoor Cathedrals, Pinnacles and Nature's Artistry
In celebration of Easter and Earth Day, I made a sojourn to observe nature along Rabbit Springs Road through the Gabbs Valley Range in Central Nevada.
Turning off US highway 95 just before reaching the dry lake and the small town of Luning, I traveled up highway 361 for less than 10 miles.
In the distance, colorful rugged mountains with lines, swirls and curves accent the landscape giving a breath taking view and a feeling of reverence.
Driving north on the dirt road, sculpted rocks stand out to the east with features that remind me of the pointed arches, ribbed vaults and flying buttress of a Gothic cathedral.
A glimpse of white by the road side causes me to stop for a closer look. A tiny cushion phlox is just starting to bloom in the rocky soil.
Continuing on, to the west I notice a distinct group of pinnacles accented against the clear blue sky. Piñon pine and Junipers grow well in the lower rock strewn slopes.
As I come to the pass, the distinctive shape of a volcanic cone stands out in the distance. I decide to turn around; otherwise it would take me all the way back to Walker Lake. There still remains a lot of daylight and much more to explore.
Something red catches my eye on the west side of the road and it’s a nice grouping of Desert Paintbrush!
Across the road, a colorful rock has a tiny yellow flower growing in its crevice, what an inspirational reminder of nature’s artistry.
Speaking of nature's artistry, it's like a master landscaper was at work placing a cliff rose at the base of such an interesting rock.
As the day begins to wind down, I stopped for a break and just as I turn off the road I spotted a coachwhip stretched out to catch the warm sun. Fearing that I would scare the snake, I quickly grabbed my camera and lowered the truck window. But no worries, the snake posed for several frames and I then slowly backed up, respecting its space.
What a wonderful day this was and I feel that I was in nature’s cathedral. Sometimes it's the small things that give the greatest rewards. To be out in nature as an observer, one also becomes a participant. As a participant, tread lightly and go reverently for you will be awarded with nature’s wonders.
What
an exciting and interesting photo-adventure this day has been. I love
it when I am drawn to an area and not knowing what to expect I get
treated to new experiences.
Sign up and follow my blog to see where my next photo-adventure will be!
Photography places me in the moment where I can share that moment in time. It becomes a life story as represented by my interaction with the scene. The happiness and beauty or the sorrow and strife; how I focus leaves a lasting impression that might touch the viewer on a spiritual level.
"Reflecting Nature's Artistry"
No images on this blog are within Public Domain or are available for free download.
All rights reserved, world-wide and images protected by Digital
Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA). All photography, graphics, text,
design, and content is copyrighted by Bonnie Rannald and should not be
copied, down-loaded, transferred and re-created in any way without the
express consent, in writing to Bonnie Rannald.
For information on Bonnie Rannald licensed, right-managed images, please
submit a written request.
No comments:
Post a Comment
I welcome your response or feedback to this post. Please leave your comment below and share my Photo-Adventures with your family and friends. Subscribe to my blog and follow me on Facebook.