Description

Tunnel View in Yosemite is an iconic location. It’s synonymous with Yosemite. Ansel Adams made it famous with his many photographs from here. The most famous in my opinion is Clearing Winter Storm. When I was still shooting large format film I came here many times in search of that kind of weather. Never got it. It’s a rare event. I have many sheets of film to prove it.

Winter in Yosemite is its best season, I think. On this trip Karen and I hit hit the jackpot weather wise. Snow and lots of it. One afternoon while shooting in the valley the dark clouds rolled in and we both looked at each other and said, “Tunnel View”. So we headed up. By the time we reached the parking area it was snowing pretty good so we waited to set up. When we got a break in the weather I pulled out the gear and chose a spot pretty much the same as Ansel did those many years ago. The snow came and went numerous time that afternoon but right about sunset we got this magical blast of light through all the clouds. What a magnificent scene. Many people came that afternoon for their quick snapshot and then back in the car. Drive by photography I call it. I’m so glad we stuck it out.

This fine art print is created on 100% cotton rag, acid and lignin-free, archival paper along with top quality Lucia Pro pigment inks. This heavy stock paper is a joy to print on and hold in your hands. It is personally printed by me and hand signed and dated. Currently available in three paper sizes. Actual image size is slightly less due to the white print borders.

The print is packaged in a beautiful presentation box which is then enclosed in a sturdy shipping box for protection. Due to its size, the 17″x25″ version is shipped in a sturdy tube rather than a presentation box. Included is a certificate of authenticity and use and care recommendations. Ready for framing or mounting by your favorite frame shop.