Captured on 2¼” transparency film with my trusty Hasselblad, this image dates back to the early days of my career—shot while on assignment in Scotland, possibly for Compaq’s Annual Report. I was driving north on the A82 along the west side of Loch Lomond when I caught sight of something magical in the woods.
I pulled over (legally or not!), wandered into a quiet glen, and found myself standing among a sea of bluebells. Scotland’s counterpart to our Texas Bluebonnets, these delicate flowers blanketed the forest floor in soft purple hues. A small creek trickled gently downhill, and with a tripod and a slightly slow shutter, I caught the faint blur of its movement.
Timeless and Tranquil Highlands
The resulting image, square and serene, has remained one of my personal favorites—I printed a 36” x 36” version that still hangs in my office today. It reminds me of the stillness of that moment, the freshness of Highland air, and the song that always comes to mind:
“For ye’ll take the high road / And I’ll take the low road / And I’ll be in Scotland afore ye…”
From the bonny banks of Loch Lomond, this piece captures the gentle rhythm, the depth of green, and the quiet soul of Scotland’s natural beauty.
Available in a Limited Edition of 15, with 2 Artist Proofs.
