zak and blue
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I love traipsing around in nature.
Even in dark times I am still moved by the absolute beauty of this planet. -Columbia River Gorge, OR-
May 19, 2025 at 1:12 AM
Even in dark times I am still moved by the absolute beauty of this planet. -Columbia River Gorge, OR-
The world’s most epic place to play basketball? Probably. Tacoma, WA
April 3, 2025 at 4:29 AM
The world’s most epic place to play basketball? Probably. Tacoma, WA
Formed when temperatures dip below freezing and moisture in the air interacts with the wood, hair ice resembles a frozen web of tiny silk-looking hairs spun by nature. Hair ice melts very quickly with the sun’s warmth, leaving behind only a memory of winter’s fleeting beauty. #nature #science #pnw
February 7, 2025 at 5:21 PM
Is there such a thing as a nature-induced existential crisis? Asking for a friend…
This shot is of Lake Crescent. The best lake. In case you didn’t know.
#lakecrescent #olympicnationalpark #nationalparkgeek #nationalparklife #bestoftheevergreenstate #raw_community #landscape #pnw #photography
This shot is of Lake Crescent. The best lake. In case you didn’t know.
#lakecrescent #olympicnationalpark #nationalparkgeek #nationalparklife #bestoftheevergreenstate #raw_community #landscape #pnw #photography
January 30, 2025 at 8:06 PM
Is there such a thing as a nature-induced existential crisis? Asking for a friend…
This shot is of Lake Crescent. The best lake. In case you didn’t know.
#lakecrescent #olympicnationalpark #nationalparkgeek #nationalparklife #bestoftheevergreenstate #raw_community #landscape #pnw #photography
This shot is of Lake Crescent. The best lake. In case you didn’t know.
#lakecrescent #olympicnationalpark #nationalparkgeek #nationalparklife #bestoftheevergreenstate #raw_community #landscape #pnw #photography
This image captures a quiet moment, as I made my way to the enchanting Devil’s Punchbowl in Lake Crescent. The afternoon air was brisk, infused with the crispness of nature, while a gentle wind whispered through the trees, making it seem like the trees were quietly talking to each other.
January 29, 2025 at 3:59 PM
This image captures a quiet moment, as I made my way to the enchanting Devil’s Punchbowl in Lake Crescent. The afternoon air was brisk, infused with the crispness of nature, while a gentle wind whispered through the trees, making it seem like the trees were quietly talking to each other.
I recently had the joy of catching both the sunrise and sunset at Ruby Beach. It's hard to believe I live so close to such a breathtaking spot! #landscapephotography #washingtonstate #pnw
#olympicnationalpark #rubybeach
#olympicnationalpark #rubybeach
January 28, 2025 at 7:57 PM
I recently had the joy of catching both the sunrise and sunset at Ruby Beach. It's hard to believe I live so close to such a breathtaking spot! #landscapephotography #washingtonstate #pnw
#olympicnationalpark #rubybeach
#olympicnationalpark #rubybeach
One of my favorite spots in all of Washington State. This place is magical any time of the year. #shotoncanon #photography
#landscapephotography #washingtonstate #pnw #travel
#landscapephotography #washingtonstate #pnw #travel
January 22, 2025 at 3:17 PM
One of my favorite spots in all of Washington State. This place is magical any time of the year. #shotoncanon #photography
#landscapephotography #washingtonstate #pnw #travel
#landscapephotography #washingtonstate #pnw #travel
I took this photograph on a rainy, overcast morning at Moraine Lake. Despite the gloomy weather, there was a refreshing chill in the air that added to the atmosphere of the day. #landscapephotography #banff #photographer #nature #travel
January 21, 2025 at 7:31 PM
I took this photograph on a rainy, overcast morning at Moraine Lake. Despite the gloomy weather, there was a refreshing chill in the air that added to the atmosphere of the day. #landscapephotography #banff #photographer #nature #travel
Moab is one of my favorite places to visit. Hoping I get back there soon... #photography #landscapephotography #moab #dreaming
January 15, 2025 at 9:20 PM
Moab is one of my favorite places to visit. Hoping I get back there soon... #photography #landscapephotography #moab #dreaming
Feeling exhausted. Good thing January is 5 months long. Here is a photo I took from the Washington Coast in Olympic National Park at Ruby Beach.
January 14, 2025 at 3:28 PM
Feeling exhausted. Good thing January is 5 months long. Here is a photo I took from the Washington Coast in Olympic National Park at Ruby Beach.
Here’s a shot I took in Mount Rainier National Park. These are pasque flowers. But most people call them Dr. Seuss flowers due to their resemblance of truffula trees. #photography #peace #drseuss #landscapephotography #nationalparks
December 27, 2024 at 4:57 PM
Here’s a shot I took in Mount Rainier National Park. These are pasque flowers. But most people call them Dr. Seuss flowers due to their resemblance of truffula trees. #photography #peace #drseuss #landscapephotography #nationalparks
A summer sunrise at Lake Louise in Banff. #photography #landscapephotography #travel #banff #lakelouise
December 24, 2024 at 4:09 PM
A summer sunrise at Lake Louise in Banff. #photography #landscapephotography #travel #banff #lakelouise
The sun sets behind a smokey haze. I took this shot during the summer wildfire season near Tacoma, Washington. #photography #landscapephotography #pnw
December 23, 2024 at 5:00 PM
The sun sets behind a smokey haze. I took this shot during the summer wildfire season near Tacoma, Washington. #photography #landscapephotography #pnw
Feeling very much like I need to re-do autumn again. Is there a way to just run it back? Here is a shot from Mt. Rainier National Park right before the snow arrived.
CAMERA: @canonusa EOS R6 MK II
#nationalparklife #bestoftheevergreenstate #WanderWashington #nature_perfection
CAMERA: @canonusa EOS R6 MK II
#nationalparklife #bestoftheevergreenstate #WanderWashington #nature_perfection
December 16, 2024 at 6:19 PM
Feeling very much like I need to re-do autumn again. Is there a way to just run it back? Here is a shot from Mt. Rainier National Park right before the snow arrived.
CAMERA: @canonusa EOS R6 MK II
#nationalparklife #bestoftheevergreenstate #WanderWashington #nature_perfection
CAMERA: @canonusa EOS R6 MK II
#nationalparklife #bestoftheevergreenstate #WanderWashington #nature_perfection
Ghost rainbow caused by sunlight interacting with the water droplets in the mist. Because the water droplets are much smaller than rain, they diffract the light instead of refracting it, which is what causes it to appear white instead of colorful. It was amazing to see one in person at Mt. Rainier.
December 11, 2024 at 9:13 PM
Ghost rainbow caused by sunlight interacting with the water droplets in the mist. Because the water droplets are much smaller than rain, they diffract the light instead of refracting it, which is what causes it to appear white instead of colorful. It was amazing to see one in person at Mt. Rainier.
#RubyBeach in #OlympicNationalPark. I woke up at 1:30 am and drove 4 hours to catch the #sunrise along the #coast. I have made this trip half a dozen times, and most of the time, I came home with nothing but good vibes for my trouble. On this particular day, I was gifted this #beautifulview. #nature
December 11, 2024 at 5:05 PM
#RubyBeach in #OlympicNationalPark. I woke up at 1:30 am and drove 4 hours to catch the #sunrise along the #coast. I have made this trip half a dozen times, and most of the time, I came home with nothing but good vibes for my trouble. On this particular day, I was gifted this #beautifulview. #nature
Here's a shot of a sunrise over Tacoma, Washington. The mountain is Mt. Rainier. #landscapephotography #mtrainier #tacoma #pnw #photography
December 10, 2024 at 3:15 PM
Here's a shot of a sunrise over Tacoma, Washington. The mountain is Mt. Rainier. #landscapephotography #mtrainier #tacoma #pnw #photography
Good morning. Here’s a shot I took in the Redwoods. Hope today is good. Unless you’re a jerk. Then I hope your day is a little meh. #redwoods #photography #landscape #nature
December 4, 2024 at 4:09 PM
Good morning. Here’s a shot I took in the Redwoods. Hope today is good. Unless you’re a jerk. Then I hope your day is a little meh. #redwoods #photography #landscape #nature
I love this time of year. Time to go waterfall hunting in the lowlands. #landscapephotography
December 3, 2024 at 6:17 PM
I love this time of year. Time to go waterfall hunting in the lowlands. #landscapephotography
I just want to be right here forever.
November 28, 2024 at 11:59 PM
I just want to be right here forever.
The Redwoods are one of my favorite places on this whole planet.
November 26, 2024 at 4:47 AM
The Redwoods are one of my favorite places on this whole planet.
Hanging out with some pals in the North Cascades.
November 23, 2024 at 5:43 AM
Hanging out with some pals in the North Cascades.
November 21, 2024 at 12:41 AM
White and Gold at Blue Lake near North Cascade National Park. #landscapephotography #beautiful #nature #nationalpark
November 20, 2024 at 6:59 PM
White and Gold at Blue Lake near North Cascade National Park. #landscapephotography #beautiful #nature #nationalpark
Here is a beautiful grist mill in Washington State. It is still operating! #autumn #photography #pnw #nature
November 20, 2024 at 3:36 PM
Here is a beautiful grist mill in Washington State. It is still operating! #autumn #photography #pnw #nature