White Sands Dune Peak Wood Print

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Inspired by the dune photography of Brett Weston, Ansel Adams, and Edward Weston, I have been for years wanting to visit and shoot the dunes at White Sands National Monument in New Mexico. I finally made it this month to this very unique place.

The source for the sand is not a quartz bearing rock formation, but a usually dry lake bed that contains a great deal of gypsum left by the evaporating lake water. The shapes are ephemeral and ever changing with the frequent wind. We arrived early in the morning to catch the low angle light which accentuates the dune forms.

PLEASE NOTE: All images and content contained herein are copyrighted by Robert Woodward and all rights are reserved. No image or content herein may be copied, reproduced or otherwise used for any purpose without my express consent. As a photographer, I record reflected light from selected subjects. My interests lean toward nature related subjects, but I'm also drawn to many other subjects as well. I find particularly interesting those subjects that are commonplace or unattractive in their normal context, but when isolated with the camera can be appreciated for their inherent beauty or interest. I try not to develop a distinctive style, as I prefer no restrictions when I shoot. My work includes macro, floral, landscapes, abstracts,...