Sunrise on Mount Hayden – Grand Canyon National Park
This image of first light striking Mount Hayden as viewed from Point Imperial on the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park and others like it are available for purchase at my website AdamSchallau.com.
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~Tech details~
Camera & Lens: Canon EOS 5D Mark II and EF16-35mm f/2.8L Mark II USM lens
Exposure: 0.6 seconds, f/11 and ISO 320
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Lower Antelope Canyon ~ A twist of texture
I think I will take a different path in the development of my slot canyon photos. Even though I absolutely love the colors that are found in slot canyons, sometimes you loose all the wonderful textures, lines and shapes when the color overpowers the image. Look for a new portfolio of limited-edition prints to be [...]
Sunset from Horseshoe Bend
An incredibly beautiful spot above the Colorado River just a couple of miles from Page, Arizona. Horseshoe Bend is often photographed at or before sunrise, but I like it in the evening. I actually started my day here for sunrise, shot Lower Antelope Canyon from early morning until just after noon, visited Glen Canyon Dam [...]
I’m Back from Arizona
Wow, it’s been over three weeks since my last post! The business has kept me very busy lately. I’ve taken on a few new photography students recently and had several submission deadlines to meet. All of this has kept me from posting on the blog.
Last week my wife Sally and I took a road trip [...]
Desert View at Twilight ~ Grand Canyon
The sun has set on another day at Grand Canyon National Park, but a bit of light remains. It is twilight and the watchtower at Desert View soaks up the remaining light as the night sky approaches. In the distance at the bottom of the Grand Canyon, the Colorado River reflects the blue sky above.
This [...]
The Wonderful World of Wildflowers ~ Wild Geraniums
The wildflower season in Colorado and northern New Mexico is nearing the end and I’ve begun to sort through my new photos. One of the first things I noticed is that I photographed several varieties of wild Geraniums this year. The first image was captured on Kebler Pass near Crested Butte, Colorado and the second [...]
Featured Picture at FrameDestination.com
The Frame Destination (FrameDestination.com) is featuring one of my photos created during my time as Artist-in-Residence at Grand Canyon National Park. This image was captured after backpacking to the bottom of the canyon. It represents the confluence of Bright Angel Creek and the Colorado River near Phantom Ranch. If you look closely you can see [...]
Grand Canyon Presentations ~ A recap and thanks
Those of you that know me, you know that I like to talk. I like to talk about photography with other photographers whether they are beginners or a seasoned pro. I also enjoy speaking to groups, and although I’m not exactly great at it (I get very nervous in-front of a crowd), I appreciate the [...]
I’m back from the Grand Canyon
I’ve actually been back since late Saturday night. It will take me a few days to get settled in, but once I do, I will start to post new images.
I appreicate the overwhelming response I have received from friends, family and all my new friends that I met at Grand Canyon. I look forward to [...]
I’m off to Phantom Ranch
I’ll be hitting the trail early tomorrow morning, off to Phantom Ranch for a few days. I will be heading down the South Kaibab Trail and returning on Wednesday via the Bright Angel Trail. I look forward to sharing more photos as soon as I get back.
Guy on the Edge at Grand Canyon
I was shooting from Yavapai Point a couple of nights ago when this guy climbs over the railing and steps down onto an incredibly tiny outcropping of rock. Crazy! His name is Vofka and he is from the Ukraine. Really great guy and has tons of confidence. He is also incredibly patient. I asked to [...]
Happy Birthday, Dad
Dad, here is a sunrise shot from Mather Point here at the Grand Canyon. It was captured this morning in your honor. I hope you enjoy. Happy Birthday!
Now I know that what parents really want are pictures of their kids. So Dad, here are a few of me here at Grand Canyon National Park.
The first [...]
Feathered Spirits, Ravens of the Southwest
My constant companion, the Common Raven (Corvus corax) is a common sight in the southwest U.S.A. Typically seen in pairs, often playful and displaying amazingly spirited acrobatic feats, they are a joy to watch.
I happen to believe that they are curious about photographers as I have had several up close and personal encounters with ravens [...]
Sunset from Desert View, Grand Canyon National Park
One of my favorite spots on the rim of the Grand Canyon is Desert View. Located on the South Rim at the east end of the park, Desert View offers vistas to the north looking up the Colorado River and also to the west, looking back towards Grand Canyon Village. There are excellent opportunities for [...]
A Winter Scene, Grand Canyon National Park
This past Saturday I awoke to discover that winter has not quite given up on the desert southwest just yet. We had a couple inches of snow fall in the canyon early in the morning, but by mid-day, most of it was gone.
I’d like to thank one of my sponsors, Vortex Media, their Storm Jacket [...]
Lipan Point, Bright Angel Trail, Mohave Point
Sunrise to sunset, one end to another, and a hike into the canyon. That was my day today. I began my day by getting up a little before 5:30 to drive out to the east end of the park near Desert View for sunrise. All went well, There were a few nice wispy clouds and [...]
Light on the Temples, Grand Canyon National Park
Two nights ago I was photographing sunset from a spot on the South Rim of the Grand Canyon between Yavapai Observation Station and Mather Point when the sun broke through the clouds and illuminated Zoroaster and Brahma Temples. The light lasted just a few seconds and I literally got off one shot before it was [...]
Yaki Point Sunrise, Grand Canyon National Park
Sunrise from Yaki Point on the South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park. In this image we are looking down onto the popular South Kaibab Trail and Cedar Ridge.
This was one of my first images captured using the Live View feature of the Canon EOS 5D Mark II. I used Live View primarily to check [...]
Sunrise from Mather Point, Sunset from Yaki Point
Today was my first full day at the Grand Canyon. I shot sunrise from a location just west of Mather Point on a ledge that protrudes into the canyon. Sunrise at the Grand Canyon is an event that I believe everyone should have the opportunity to experience at least once in their life. It’s a [...]
It’s for the kids: Donate your old cameras
Next month when I’m at the Grand Canyon, I will spend a portion of my time working with kids from the local school. I have volunteered to lead them on a nature walk that will have a photography theme to it. I’m hoping to work with 10 to 20 kids at a time and I [...]
Grand Canyon Presentation Dates
The National Park Service and I have set the dates and location for my public presentations on the South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park. Both presentations will be held at the Verkamp’s Visitor Center in the Grand Canyon Village. The presentations will take place on Saturday, March 7th and Saturday March 14th, with both [...]
Artist-in-Residence ~ Grand Canyon National Park
I have some very exciting news to share. I have been selected to be an Artist-in-Residence on the South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park!
Only three artists per season have the privilege and honor of being the Artist-in-Residence on the South Rim, and this is only the second year for the program. The North Rim [...]
Agave ~ Grand Canyon National Park
This was one of my last images from my recent trip to Grand Canyon National Park. I came across this agave while hiking back up to the rim from my morning shoot.
Details: Canon 5D, 24-70mm f/2.8L at 48mm.
