Located in the Black Canyon of the Gunnison: “The Painted Wall” stands at 2,250 feet tall. It is the tallest cliff in Colorado and the third tallest in the lower 48 states. The dark gneiss and schist give way to the brush strokes of pink and white pegmatite.

Edition Run: 25 Prints

Edition Run: 25 Prints

During a night of camping, this single tree trunk became the unofficial, quiet member of our group. It stood just a few feet from where my hiking companions and I had set up camp for the night. Distinct from the denser forest growth, it was certainly not alone. Its close proximity to our camp allowed it to be a constant presence throughout the entire evening. Most of the night was spent sitting on the ground with my friends. Even as we joked and told stories, my gaze kept returning to the tree’s static form. Its absolute stillness in the face of our animated circle made it a compelling focus, a quiet, resolute presence that was a welcome companion during our brief stay in the woods.

Edition Run: 25 Prints