On a trip to Santa Fe, New Mexico, for the wedding of dear friends at the iconic Loretto Chapel, Sharon and I took a drive the next day—no real plan, just a desire to explore the Southwest landscape.
A Discovery in the High Desert
We headed out with open eyes and no expectations, and somewhere along our meandering route, we came across this abandoned ranch scene. The brilliant New Mexico sun lit up the cumulus clouds like stage lights on a grand set, casting dramatic contrast across the weathered wood structures and open plain. In the distance, low mountains formed a gentle rise along the horizon, anchoring the scene.
A Landscape Meant for Monochrome
This image immediately spoke to me in monochrome. The textures, the emptiness, the sky—it all felt made for black and white. There’s a quiet loneliness here, but also resilience. It practically demanded to be printed large, so every detail could breathe.
A Personal Favorite
This is one of my favorites from that trip. I hope it resonates with you as well.
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