Night Vision

The Southwest is just as incredible during the night as it is during daylight.  The sky fills with an unbelievable number of stars.  The mountains create beautiful silhouettes across the skyline.  With the earlier sunset this time of year, it makes night photography a little less strenuous.  John loves being out at night, and, although I drag my feet, I'm always glad I go.  You never know what you are going to capture at night.  During editing, I'm always surprised and amazed how beautiful the photos are. 

Sedona, AZ

 

Moonlight and Stars

 

Caught a moonbow...first time! 

 

Zion National Park

Chapel of the Holy Cross

One of the prettiest places in Sedona, AZ, is the Chapel of the Holy Cross.  It sits anchored into the mountain side and is a reminder of the One who created all this beauty around.  The chapel is non-denominational and is a place for people of all faiths to enjoy and give thanks.  In the first photo you can see the chapel in the lower left hand corner.  Click on the photo to view larger.  The last photo shows my mom and dad hiking up to a view point.  You can see the chapel above them in the distance.

 

 

 

Sedona, Arizona - God's Masterpiece

I'm amazed at how awe-inspiring this place is every time I go.  Sometimes I just wish we could drop everything, pack our bags, and go live there permanently.  And after 5 trips, you'd think it would lose it's specialness, but it doesn't.  When we pull around the bend that reveals the valley, my heart races and it's like seeing it for the first time all over again.  I don't understand the significance or the emotional draw of Sedona, but I know that God has placed this place in my heart.  It calls to me and I always leave wanting to go back!