No, this was not a recent photo. It would likely be all snowy at this time of year (December). Just going through photos from past trips, in warmer (less locked down) times.
Central Oregon High Desert
Steens Mountain
In south central Oregon, Steens Mountain is a distinctive feature, rising to over 9000 feet. This photo is taken on the west side, looking east, near the small town of Plush. In this dry country, Steens Mountain wrings what little moisture is in the air and on the east side of the range is the Alvord Desert.
- Camera: Nikon D200
- Lens: Nikkor 18-70mm set at 18mm
- ISO 100 1/400 sec f/10
Desert Rain
Out in the middle of Nevada, a cold front came through and brought dramatic clouds. We pulled off the main highway onto a sideroad and I captured the rain showers in the distance. If it hadn’t been for the clouds, it certainly wouldn’t be a as interesting a picutre.
When you see dramatic weather, stop and shoot.
- Camera: Nikon D200
- Lens: Nikkor 18-70mm set at 18mm
- ISO 100 1/250 sec f/8.0