The youngest mountain range in the Rocky Mountain chain, the Tetons stretch for 40 miles across the plains south of Yellowstone National Park in Wyoming. Grand Teton, the highest mountain peak, rises to a height of 13, 775 feet. There are nine more peaks that reach into the atmosphere above 12,000 feet. This massive mountain chain creates its own weather conditions and, in my own experience, also creates frustrating atmospheres for photographers. I title this series "In Search of Teton Light" because, after four attempts at trying to predict and photograph great cloud action and colorful sunrise or sunset conditions over these beautiful mountains, I still remain unsatisfied with my results. Time and again I have witnessed what appeared to be near perfect conditions for an awesome and colorful morning or evening light show just vanish right before the light begins to change. I have not given up on this quest, but I continue to learn and gain respect for the power swirling aroung these mighty mountains.
Early morning conditions look great........but they do not last. The clouds fall down around the peaks, determined to hide them from my camera.
A small hint of color behind the peaks after standing for over three hours at Schawbacher's Landing one evening. The Tetons love to tease.
The morning light was beautiful, but I was wanting the clouds to be above the peaks, not concealing them. Perhaps the Teton cloud gods will have mercy on me next time.
Nez Perce, Grand Teton and Mount Owen laughing at me behind the veil.
Grand Teton Taunt
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