Fenced Aspens

Photograph Story | Fenced Aspens

Fall in Durango makes me happy.

When I had the opportunity to drive to Durango to capture the freshly turned aspens, I was on cloud nine. I spent days driving throughout southwest Colorado and loved every minute of my journey.

This view from a pullout on Highway 550 was one of my favorite moments from the trip. Golden hour light was settling, the aspens were glowing and this fence was the perfect western addition to the scene. Nearly an hour went by while I photographed the aspens, the field and surrounding area.

A few friendly people stopped in to capture the scene and a few happened to notice my Maryland license plate, prompting conversations about me being so far from home. This is a recurring theme, while on the road.

My favorite part of this photograph is the sunlit aspens. The yellow leaves are so bright and beautiful. If everything goes according to plan, I should be in Durango around the same time this fall. I am already looking forward to seeing and photographing these aspens.