I never saw a wet valley like I did in May of 2017. I have, by no means, set the record for the number of times I’ve been to Yosemite. I am, by no means, a connoisseur of Yosemite Valley climatology. I know, by no means, all the landscapes there are to become familiar in the valley. Nevertheless, I was stunned by what I saw the weekend of May 7, 2017.
George Fiske – Photographer (1835-1918)
George Fiske was an early photographer of Yosemite and the first one to live full time at Yosemite Valley. Like so many photographers of that era, not many of his images survive to this day; just a few prints and stereoscopic cards. Twentieth century photographer Ansel Adams held him in high regard.
Ansel Adams – Photographer (1902-1984)
Of all the people to photograph Yosemite, one name stands out as the quintessential Yosemite photographer; Ansel Adams.
Photos of El Capitan
There are a number of “iconic” sights around the park and the valley to photograph. A few of them I can’t help but snap every time I visit. One of them is El Capitan.
Is That What It Really Looked Like?
“To manipulate or not manipulate,” that is the question. Or is it? Is it really “fair” to modify or enhance an image in Post Production? Doesn’t that take away from the very nature of Photography? Isn’t that “cheating”?
About This Site
Hello, my name is Jeff Kreider. I snapped my first photograph in Yosemite December 24, 1979. Over the years it has become a passion. It is hard NOT to get inspired by the beauty of this park. This park is more than mere scenic opportunities; it is a virtual wonderland wrought by yesteryear. It is my goal to use this site to share, not only my experiences and photos, but also some of its history and the tales of those who forged it.Recent Posts
