As a photographer with a photographic memory I visualize scenes that I witnessed, often years prior, and set a visual bookmark to make sure when the time is right to take a photo like what I saw a long time. 

In this tutorial, I'll be explaining how to photograph the moving water of a waterfall to create a silky white ribbon that will really make your photos pop. I'll also be briefly going over gear needed to take successful long exposures of waterfalls that will have your friends marveling at your photos. 

 I lived in the Gunnison/CB area for almost 9 years and every time I mentally kick myself for not taking advantage of photo opportunities better, the Gunnison River valley is home to some world class views and because I was so familiar with the views I thought "oh, I'm sure everything gets that photo" so I didn't take those "postcard" shots. 

Two years after the Papoose Fire scorched over 49,000 acres near Creede, Colorado, I returned to witness the land's recovery. The once-charred forests now show signs of rebirth, with new growth emerging amidst the remnants of devastation. This reflection captures the transformation of the landscape and the enduring spirit of nature in the face of adversity.

It's no secret, Crested Butte, Colorado is the place for wildflowers in Colorado. Every summer, carpets of mule ear, lupine, indian paintbrush, columbines, and more appear on the hillsides around the majestic valley. So many in fact, during the second week of July the Crested Butte Wildflower Festival occurs in appreciation for all things wildflower. 

If anyone knows me, I'm a sucker for waterfalls. I flagrantly disregard TLC's advice in their 1995 hit "Waterfalls" when they say "don't go chasing waterfalls". We're all drawn to waterfalls, they are beautiful, powerful, and yet calming. Upper East River Falls, or as the locals know it "Stupid Falls", is one such waterfalls for me. 

Bear Lake in Rocky Mountain National Park near Estes Park, Colorado is a beautiful high-alpine lake and popular tourist destination all seasons of the year, and it happens to be one of my favorite photography locations. One summer evening in 2014, some friends and I made the trip up to capture the immense beauty of the park. 

Lake Marie, in the Snowy Range outside of Laramie, WY, is a gorgeous high-alpine lake that is absolutely spectacular at sunrise. Though I cannot be sure, the John Prine song might be named after this lake. I've visited the lake on a few different occasions and each time I come back with new and interesting images. 

Cottonwood Pass is a gorgeous high-alpine mountain pass that links Buena Vista and Gunnison, Colorado. I've had this idea for a photo from the top of Cottonwood Pass for about 3 years now and just recently, finally got to fulfill that idea and with some creative problem solving I came away with a photo that I'm very pleased with! 

One of my favorite times of year is fall in Colorado, the days are still warm at the lower elevations but the leaves in the mountains are turning to a brilliant gold, and some of Colorado's most scenic locations come alive during a brief fall season. The following are five of my favorite locations in Colorado for fall photography. 

One of my favorite sunsets I've ever witnessed happened with Rick Louie and I were visiting the west side of the majestic Tetons where I have some family, then right after dinner the sky exploded and we scrambled to find a suitable place to shoot photos. 

There is a debate within the landscape photography community about whether or not aspiring and professional photographers should travel to "the icons" because of the large crowds all lining up to get "that shot". This is my thoughts about the subject and why this whole debate is rather silly.