SOUTHWEST

There is a strong feeling of preserved wilderness along this stretch of Sonoran Desert in Arizona. A sea of giant Saguaro cacti are dwarfed in the immensity of the landscape and the intensity of sunset's last light. Such a scene cares little about the latest problems making headlines or the ticking clock that cycles them through. (2016)

Arizona's iconic saguaro cacti stand tall against a backdrop of post-sunset pastels.  The monthly full moon lays watch over the serene Sonoran desert on a calm and colorful moment of dusk. (2024)

In choosing wind, water, and sand as its tools, nature carves unimaginable monuments to remind man that persistence is powerful, and that life, being short in comparison to the landscape around him, is a gift not to be wasted. (2017)

Winter in the desert means shorter days, the occasional spectacle of snow, and a calm that makes the world feel like it's on pause.  Arizona’s Sonoran desert is well known for its heat and long summers, but it has been witness to winter’s magic and temperatures that freeze mountaintops and time.  (2019)

With generous spring rains, the barren Arizona desert explodes with life and color, adding further compliment to its iconic saguaro cacti and vibrant sunsets. Such unexpected potential may be nature's reminder of what gifis can be found in unlikely places. (2023)

As the rising sun beamed its golden light on the distant peaks, stillness was as evident as the colors of the sky. For a few moments all of Arizona was gloriously on display – towering aged cactus, rugged terrain, and a classic sunrise that deepened the mysteries of the immortal desert.   (2018)

This stand of iconic saguaro cacti have held watch of the Superstition Mountains for well over 100 years. They've survived summer's harsh arid heat and have witnessed more than a few rare and beautiful snowfalls. (2023)

As the rising sun beamed its golden light on the distant peaks, stillness was as evident as the colors of the sky. For a few moments all of Arizona was gloriously on display – towering aged cactus, rugged terrain, and a classic sunrise that deepened the mysteries of the immortal desert.   (2018)

As the rising sun beamed its golden light on the distant peaks, stillness was as evident as the colors of the sky. For a few moments all of Arizona was gloriously on display – towering aged cactus, rugged terrain, and a classic sunrise that deepened the mysteries of the immortal desert.   (2018)

Iconic Saguaro cacti, sheer faced cliffs, and a ribbon of water are woven together in this Arizona desert landscape. This unique combination can be found in few places in the southwest – one that I relish the opportunity to explore. (2018)