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Alpine Dream
Beaches & Coastline, Edition of 250, Forest & Trees, Horizontal Landscape, Iconic America, Mountains & Valleys$1,595.00 – $8,495.00
Alpine Dream
Beaches & Coastline, Edition of 250, Forest & Trees, Horizontal Landscape, Iconic America, Mountains & ValleysAlpine Dream presents the grandier and elegance of the Colorado Rockies in a single shot. Brett woke up early several mornings in a row and traveled to this peaceful place along the edge of Maroon Lake in hopes of perfect light. “The clouds circling this perfect mountain range was stunning. I’d never seen such a formation in the American Rockies and I was really excited.” recalls Brett about the morning he captured Alpine Dream. “I had been here many times before but nothing had struck me like this!” Brett used a long exposure to capture this image before sunrise and had a polarizing filter to capture a partial reflection of the Maroon Bells in the lake but also to reveal the depth and clarity of the lake itself.$1,595.00 – $8,495.00 -
Autumn Dunes
Beaches & Coastline, Edition of 250, Horizontal LandscapeAutumn Dunes is a tribute to the rugged coastlines of the Atlantic shore. Brett photographed this majestic image on a warm autumn morning using a long exposure to capture the subtle hues rarely seen by the naked eye. The contrast between the dry dunes and the expansive ocean sheds light on the diversity of this fragile environment. “It is becoming increasingly difficult to find unspoiled beaches along the East Coast.” recalls Brett when reflecting on his experience filming Autumn Dunes. “Over-development of our beaches is a major concern of wildlife experts and environmentalists. If it continues our future generations will never get to enjoy the unspoiled beauty that I was lucky enough to experience when shooting Autumn Dunes.”$1,595.00 – $8,495.00 -
Dream
Beaches & Coastline, Edition of 250, Homepage, Horizontal Landscape, Mountains & Valleys$1,595.00 – $8,495.00
Dream
Beaches & Coastline, Edition of 250, Homepage, Horizontal Landscape, Mountains & ValleysBrett had traveled endlessly for months before he arrived at this magical lake on the eastern shore of Lake Tahoe on a summer evening. Here he found peace and for the first moment in some time was able to reflect on his journey that brought him here. He had explored 25 states, driven 14,000 miles, and hiked endless trails in search of natural beauty and perfect light. It was this calm… found right here… at this moment… that he had been looking for. It reminded him of what summer felt like as a child. There was an innocence about this place. As if time, although fleeting, seemed to stand still.$1,595.00 – $8,495.00 -
Earth
Beaches & Coastline, Edition of 250, Horizontal LandscapeEarth highlights the intricate, yet powerful forces of the Atlantic Ocean. Photographed on an early spring day, Brett traveled to a secluded beach where he was overwhelmed by the shapes and forms in the sand. “It was just one of those mornings where everything glistened as the sun rose over the horizon.” recalls Brett. “It was just… perfect. I was captivated by the colors and shapes carved into the beach by the outgoing tide. Mini sandbars were everywhere and it was difficult to pick just one subject to film.”$1,595.00 – $8,495.00 -
Exposure
Beaches & Coastline, Edition of 250, Horizontal LandscapeExposure was filmed on the rugged beaches of the Gulf of Mexico and is a true artistic expression of Brett’s passion for long exposure photography and pushing the limits of our perception on the world around us. Utilizing advanced equipment that can capture such detail during several minutes, the calm ocean in front of Brett’s lens magically painted this image on film. Exposure will surely become a classic and is one of Brett’s favorite prints. It is available in a limited edition of 250 prints.$1,595.00 – $8,495.00 -
Hidden Hammock
Beaches & Coastline, Edition of 250, Horizontal LandscapeHidden Hammock portrays the peaceful solitude of the Gulf of Mexico shoreline. Taken during the summer months on the coast of Florida, Brett traveled to this site a dozen times before finally capturing this final print. “I wanted it to be just right” explains Brett about his quest to capture Hidden Hammock. “The shot was difficult because there were many shadows to contend with and a bright ocean in the background. In order to get my exposure dialed in, I waited until sunset when the shadows were at a minimum and the light was soft. Using a semi-long exposure I was able to pick up the subtle, golden hues in the tree bark and still maintain the ocean in the background.”$1,595.00 – $8,495.00 -
Land’s End
Beaches & Coastline, Edition of 250, Horizontal LandscapeBrett photographed Land’s End on a warm summer morning along the rugged coastline of the Atlantic Ocean. Previously hidden by white sand, these unusal rock formations were revealed after a hurricane battered the shore. An ever changing landscape is why Brett constantly visits rugged beaches in search of new opportunities to photograph Mother Nature’s beauty.$1,595.00 – $8,495.00 -
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Midnight Pier
Beaches & Coastline, Edition of 250, Horizontal LandscapeFilmed early in the morning, prior to sunrise, Midnight Pier is a dramatic image full of color and life. This dreamy landscape was captured in Brett’s camera using a long exposure and a very sturdy tripod. Working with his camera on this beach in the dark, he opened his shutter for several minutes allowing the subtle light to slowly fall upon the film. Using this technique, Brett is able to photograph a world not seen by the human eye… a place full of colors that goes beyond the boundaries of our vision.$1,595.00 – $8,495.00 -
Morning Calm
Beaches & Coastline, Edition of 250, Homepage, Horizontal Landscape$1,595.00 – $8,495.00
Morning Calm
Beaches & Coastline, Edition of 250, Homepage, Horizontal LandscapeMorning Calm, perhaps Brett’s most famous image, is a dynamic photograph taken on the Florida coast before sunrise one calm spring morning. Brett traveled to this site many times over the course of several months in search of the perfect conditions to capture his vision. “It was the perfect morning… exactly what I had been waiting for. The air was dry and warm which provided ideal conditions to capture a brilliant sunrise.” recalls Brett. Using a long exposure to capture a wide range of colors and to emphasize the stillness of the water, Morning Calm displays the power and grace of natural light by displaying every color of the spectrum… from the cool blues and greens of the water to the warm reds and yellows of the horizon.$1,595.00 – $8,495.00 -
Oasis
Beaches & Coastline, Edition of 250, Horizontal LandscapeThe calm, tropical nature of palm trees has captivated Brett since his early childhood. After all, growing up in Florida he has seen his fare share of them. So he set out to capture the hidden Oasis of a palm canopy through the lens of his camera. Traveling by boat to the subtropic region of Southeast Florida he came upon this hidden gem on a small island about thirty miles from the metropolitan city of Miami. “I was surrounded by palm trees in every direction” recalls Brett of his experience. “I found a small clearing in the center of this little island and there in the middle was a cluster of palms. The background was full of greenery and the texture of the palm trees captivated me. It was a very enjoyable experience filming in this lush habitat.”$1,595.00 – $8,495.00 -
Patterns
Beaches & Coastline, Horizontal Landscape, Mountains & Valleys, One of a KindPatterns is a great example of the power of long exposure photography. Brett captured this massive image nearly half an hour before sunrise on the rugged slopes of the Great Sand Dunes in southern Colorado. Standing at over 750 feet high and traveling for over 30 miles this dynamic landscape is a testament to the ever-changing power and grace of Mother Nature. As the sun began to illuminate the atmosphere, faint but intricate patterns came into Brett’s view revealing the sculpted slopes of each dune that the midnight winds had carved. As he manuvered across ridge after ridge in the early dawn he came upon this image and carefully captured the moment with a single shot. Brett decided to make this print a one of a kind print for the collector who truly appreciates not only the beauty of the image… but the journey and the story that makes it so unique.$47,000.00 -
Quiet Storm
Beaches & Coastline, Edition of 250, Homepage, Horizontal Landscape$1,595.00 – $8,495.00
Quiet Storm
Beaches & Coastline, Edition of 250, Homepage, Horizontal LandscapeQuiet Storm is a breathtaking look into the heart of Mother Nature’s power and grace. The image, captured in springtime along the Gulf of Mexico, is the product of 10 months of hard work filming this rugged coastal shore. “I kept going back to this beach over and over again” recalls Brett reflecting on the challenge of capturing Quiet Storm. “I knew from the moment I found it that it had the potential to be an amazing shot. That night I traveled there during a calm afternoon and for some reason as the sun began to set two storms collided overhead and all hell broke loose!” Brett’s experience on that beach nearly turned disastrous. The secluded beach offered him little coverage to avoid the intense lighting that crashed around him only minutes after capturing Quiet Storm. He took refuge in nearby mangroves for 45 minutes before the storm moved on and he could hike down the coast back to safer ground. “I’ll never forget my experience filming Quiet Storm… it was definitely worth it.”$1,595.00 – $8,495.00 -
Rocky Shore
Beaches & Coastline, Edition of 250, Horizontal LandscapeRocky Shore is another masterpiece by Brett Donnelly that showcases his skills as a long exposure photographer. Captured on the Gulf of Mexico, Rocky Shore took years to perfect including waiting for the perfect atmospheric conditions to produce such beautiful colors in the sky, the rocks, the trees and the ocean. “I spent years going to this secret location along the shore of the Gulf of Mexico waiting for Mother Nature to give me the perfect light” recalls Brett on his journey to capture Rocky Shore. “One day I showed up and the weather was perfect and I was able to capture my vision on film using long exposure techniques on a sturdy tripod.”$1,595.00 – $8,495.00 -
Solstice
Beaches & Coastline, Horizontal Landscape, Mountains & ValleysSolstice captures the unimaginable vastness of our planet from a unique perspective. Photographed by Brett in the deserts of western Utah, this incredible landscape showcases the grand scale and unusual patterns of the Bonneville Salt Flats. This rare shot is a product of three days of scouting the desert floor and waiting for perfect light. Brett decided to film in the late evening. “The sky was illuminated with a thin layer of haze” recalls Brett. “It was smoke from wildfires hundreds of miles away in California creating an awesome mixture of soft light and bright colors. It was the perfect conditions for me as the setting sun lit up the sky and refracted down upon these rare salt patterns.”$1,595.00 – $8,495.00 -
Southern Light
Beaches & Coastline, Edition of 250, Horizontal LandscapeSouthern Light is the result of a year-long quest to film this dramatic pier in the perfect light. Brett’s determination to get the perfect shot paid off. “From the moment I found this site I knew it had the potential to be an amazing image. I came back again and again and finally got the perfect sunset I had been looking for.” recalls Brett about the April evening he took this image. “It was a magical night on the Gulf of Mexico.” Utilizing sturdy equipment to hold his camera perfectly still, Brett composed the shot and used a very long exposure to capture the fleeting light as it took refuge behind the horizon. It was nearly dark by the time the camera completed the exposure which is what brings such dramatic color to the sky, water and sand.$1,595.00 – $8,495.00 -
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Volcanic Coast
Beaches & Coastline, Edition of 250, Horizontal Landscape, Mountains & Valleys$1,595.00 – $8,495.00
Volcanic Coast
Beaches & Coastline, Edition of 250, Horizontal Landscape, Mountains & ValleysVolcanic Coast was captured on the rugged coast of Northern California in the late evening one autumn night. As the sun fell below the horizon the smoke from nearby forest fires glowed with awesome intensity. Brett had scouted the location days before capturing Volcanic Coast. Situated on a remote beach on the coast of Northern California, this oceanscape features a fresh water lagoon remarkably close to the Pacific Ocean. This unusual beach, littered with large driftwood and smooth rocks, is part of the California State protected coastline which has protected this unique landscape and will continue to protect it for generations to come.$1,595.00 – $8,495.00 -
Zen
Beaches & Coastline, Edition of 250, Horizontal Landscape, Mountains & Valleys$1,595.00 – $8,495.00
Zen
Beaches & Coastline, Edition of 250, Horizontal Landscape, Mountains & ValleysPhotographed on an early summer morning along the coast of Lake Tahoe, Zen is a simple image that captivates many emotions. The calm water and smooth stones of this region of Western Nevada are a great contrast to the harsh deserts the state is known for. “The warm glow of sunrise was intensified by a slight haze.” recalls Brett. “I had spent several days visiting this spot, waiting for the perfect light. I was pleasantly surprised by the pinkish hues that presented themselves that morning. The calm water and still silence gave me a sense of peace as I framed my shot and captured Zen.”$1,595.00 – $8,495.00
