Crystal Mill Fall
The iconic 1892 wooden powerhouse located on an outcrop above the Crystal River in Crystal, Colorado.
The mill was constructed in 1893 by George C. Eaton and B.S. Phillips. It was built as a power plant for the Sheep Mountain Tunnel.
It was in use until 1917 when the Sheep Mountain Tunnel mine closed. The mill was placed on the National Register of Historic Places on July 5, 1985.
Today, you can take a rugged 4x4 narrow road along the Crystal River to access this beautiful place tucked away deep in the Rockies.CrystalMillFallLeavesFramedmarblecrystal rivercrystal millcolorful cloradocolorado fallfall photographyrocky mountains
Full Steam Ahead
A hint of fall remains as the Georgetown locomotive churns out the steam preparing to take visitors on the famous loop on October 6, 2016. This narrow gauge railroad has been attracting visitors to the Colorado Rockies since 1884 when the loop was first opened.
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Impermanence
Autumn’s wind hastily swoops in as the colorful Aspens sway back and forth in synchronized rhythm.
The crisp blue sky succumbs to the encroaching rain clouds. The temperature plummets as the mood transforms.
Leaves release their fragile grip as they sail south to the forest floor.
Floating among the crisp waves of air.
A delicate annual dance of nature.
Carpeting the ground in warming tones before fading into the earth’s soil.
Sleeping. Knowing their job is done. Leaving a legacy of vibrant splendor and an opportunities for new growth.
A changing of the guard.
Shorter sunlight hours with each passing day.
An opportunity to reset and look inside.
Through the darkness, we find light.
Acknowledging our shadows.
The trees recently festooned in lucid green grandeur at once stand stark and naked.
A note left by nature inviting us humans to embrace our vulnerabilities.
Oftentimes letting things go.
Remembering impermanence defines life.
We’ll all end up together again on the forest floor.
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All That Glitters Isn't Gold
Beautiful colors on Buffalo Pass above Steamboat as the last gasps of Fall cling on before Winter makes a grand entrance.
Golden Mirror
Golden aspens reflect on a calm pond on a crisp morning outside of Crested Butte, Colorado
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Crystal River
Moody Fall days along the Crystal River outside of Marble, Colorado
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Backlit Golden
Brilliant gold colors highlighted by the sun deep in an Aspen grove near Kebler Pass.
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Gothic
A beautiful abode nestled among the aspens outside of Crested Butte in the small research community of Gothic
Fall Stillness
Morning stillness on a beautiful fall morning outside of Crested Butte
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Fall Cabin
Something quintessential about a cabin amongst the aspens during Fall. Steamboat Springs, Colorado.
Idaho Springs Waterwheel
Bridal Veil Falls plunges over the 120-year-old Charlie Taylor water wheel in Idaho Springs, Colorado
The waterwheel was built in 1893 by miner Charlie Tayler to power a stamp mill that processed ore at the nearby Ute Creek gold mine. The mill was moved and restored in 1946 where it currently sits right beside I-70.
Photo taken 10/6/2016 after a snowy fall day in the Rockies.rocky mountainsmininghistorygold miningtourismtravelcoloradoidaho springswaterwheellandscapemountains
Eastbound
A freight train leaves Denver heading east for the vast plains in the later afternoon light near Barr Lake State Park in Brighton, Colorado.
Night Moves
A quiet stroll through Idaho Springs, Colorado. Fall is clinging on after an early snowstorm. The seasons changing are very indicative of the mood. Eerie and serene. I love taking my camera out at night and just enjoying these peaceful moments when most people are asleep.
Seasons Collide Evergreen
Seasons collide on this beautiful little pond in Evegreen, Colorado
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Fall-ow The Yellow Leaf Road
Late Fall 2018 on Buffalo Pass above Steamboat Springs.
Aspen Grove
Stunning colors in the largest aspen grove in the state of Colorado.
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Clear Creek Soul Cleansing
However far the stream flows, it never forgets its source.-Nigerian Proverb.
Rivers have always nourished my mind, body and soul. There is something about the rushing water that speaks to my soul. This is my little getaway spot on Clear Creek just outside of Golden. Whenever I need time to reflect and just be, this is where I come.clear creekgoldencoloradostreamriverwaterlong exposurelandscape
Leading Long's
Drawing my eyes down the line over Longs Peak as seen from above Estes Park, Colorado
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Georgetown Steaming Ahead
The famous Georgetown Steam Engine makes it's way across the steel bridge in the late fall.
Sloan's Lake Sunset
Incredible sunset 10-24-2017. I went to Sloan's about an hour before sunrise and walked around scoping out spots. It looked like the sunset might not be as colorful as previous days...but I waited patiently to enjoy it regardless. Fortunately, as the sun set behind the Rockies, nature again decided to open up a can of color. All of the joggers, dog walkers, bike riders all came to a halt...pulled out their cell phones and snapped away. I appreciated everyone taking in the beauty, but I did take a bit of delight in the fact that I had waited patiently for an hour for this and was all setup with my camera in a little nook I found just for me. It made it just a bit more special.
Fall Cabins
Beautiful cabins outside of Gunnison framed with the golden trees
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Fall Reflections
Late Autumn Georgetown Express
Aspens hanging on to autumn as the Georgetown steam engine prepares to take visitors on the famous loop on October 6, 2016.
Born to Wander
I was born to wander. My soul comes alive when I head out on the open road before sunrise. Everything goes quiet. A complete sense of presence and purpose sets in. Joy and gratitude are cultivated. You see, photography doesn’t just happen. Sure, I could take a pretty photo with understandings of composition and light and the technical aspects, but without the right creative headspace and passion, the most important aspect of all is missing. Feeling. That’s what makes special art. The emotive connections to the world around us and how to somehow capture or portray those. I was in a creative rut for quite awhile lately. My amazing supportive girlfriend was and always is super empathetic to that. She encourages me to get out there. Sometimes I need that spark because getting out there with my camera is cathartic, and I’m a better person and partner when I make this time. You can’t force it though. I’m learning to embrace to creative ruts. It teaches me growth and without these times, I don’t think I’d be as connected or passionate to my craft...but when that moment comes to hop in my truck and hit the open road, it sure does feel damn good to feel the blood flow through my veins, to embrace the giddiness, and to carry on with deep feelings of purpose.
Buffalo Pass Fall
Fall clinging on before winter sets in less than an hour later on Buffalo Pass above Steamboat Springs.
Pothole Beauty
Even potholes provide beauty along with a bumpy ride.
Fall Symmetry
Fall clings on as Old Man Winter creeps in on this beautiful pond in Evergreen, Colorado creating beautiful symmetrical reflections as the seasons clash.
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