“Monumental Tree"

It was with great excitement and enthusiasm, to arrive at Monument Valley National Monument; in anticipation of our long-awaited photo shoot (it was on our bucket list). That said however we were told our 25-foot RV would not be permitted inside the park. We were so disappointed! We were offered a jeep tour but we really wanted the freedom to roam and not be rushed; as most photographers do. Disappointed, we continued on our way, but imagine however how elated we were when we came across a country gravel road that was just outside the park! Without hesitation we turned in and we didn’t have to go very far before we found ourselves over the moon in excitement, “Oh wow”, we declared, “what a gift!”. We parked in (what felt like), our own, private cubbyhole and viewing area. It was here that there we enjoyed the entire day and we got some very unique shots, including this one (yay!). I intentionally included this gnarled cedar tree in this photograph. I felt it was needed to help create a sense of depth and to break up the vastness of the blue sky too. That said, without the tree in the foreground, this photograph would have lacked interest too. Now, with more substance to the photograph, it demands the viewers' attention and then makes them look deeper. We were ever so thankful for this spectacular day! “Pinch me!” Monument Valley is located in northern Arizona and on the south east border of Utah. It’s known for its towering sandstone formations that soar 400 to 1000 feet above the valley floor.