JC Tetons

James Chow Grand Teton National Park
This is a fascinating example of how the same location can provide two totally different images as a consequence of the light and weather. In fact, some say that landscape photographers don't really photograph places at all, but that these are simply backgrounds for whatever light and weather is present.‚ M.R.
By: James Chow
Oxbow Bendis the name of a bend in theSnake Riverin the north end ofGrand Teton National Parkjust downstream from the outlet fromJackson Lake. From this viewpoint, you have a commanding view ofMt. Moranand the river bend, which is lined with Aspen. 
I exposed these two images on two consecutive mornings in early September 2000. Notice the completely different moods created by the lighting. My composition relied on getting the yellow bushes in the foreground to frame the river and the contour of the reflection of the mountain, with the river leading one's eye to the golden aspen andMt. Moranin the background. 
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