Golden Reverie
This serene photograph captures a tranquil moment in the Entiat River Valley, where nature’s elements converge in harmony. The image features a gently flowing stream, its water rendered with a silky smoothness thanks to a long exposure technique. Smooth stones, weathered by time and water, populate the riverbed, adding texture and grounding the composition. A fallen tree lies across the stream, a natural bridge that speaks to the cycle of life in this wild environment.
The star of the scene, however, is the luminous golden canopy of backlit cottonwoods and bigleaf maples. Bathed in the warm glow of late afternoon light, the leaves seem to shimmer like liquid gold, their radiance enhanced by the soft shadows cast by the surrounding forest. The interplay of light and color creates an almost dreamlike quality, inviting viewers to linger in this moment of peace and natural beauty.
The star of the scene, however, is the luminous golden canopy of backlit cottonwoods and bigleaf maples. Bathed in the warm glow of late afternoon light, the leaves seem to shimmer like liquid gold, their radiance enhanced by the soft shadows cast by the surrounding forest. The interplay of light and color creates an almost dreamlike quality, inviting viewers to linger in this moment of peace and natural beauty.
Edition of 25
This photograph originates from a Fujichrome Velvia 50 transparency captured with a Noblex 135U. The original film was drum-scanned by Michael Strickland on a Heidelberg Tango drum scanner. The print is made on Hahnemühle Baryta Rag and is available in the sizes listed below.
Available sizes: 30", 40", 50", 60", 70" on the long side
Framing available. Artist's Proofs available on select sizes — inquire for details.
Works begin at $1,800. To inquire about pricing, availability, and framing for this piece — sales@johnshephard.com
Edition of 25
This photograph originates from a Fujichrome Velvia 50 transparency captured with a Noblex 135U. The original film was drum-scanned by Michael Strickland on a Heidelberg Tango drum scanner. The print is made on Hahnemühle Baryta Rag and is available in the sizes listed below.
Available sizes: 30", 40", 50", 60", 70" on the long side
Framing available. Artist's Proofs available on select sizes — inquire for details.
Works begin at $1,800. To inquire about pricing, availability, and framing for this piece — sales@johnshephard.com