Aldridge Petroglyph Panel

No doubt an archaeologist would disagree, quite possibly for good reason — but in my eyes, this is one of the best petroglyph panels I’ve ever seen. It’s not that there are so many petroglyphs, or even that I understand what they mean — it’s just that, visually, they look so great on the rock with its mix of colors.

Near La Ventana

In an odd coincidence, the very first photo on this iteration of New Mexico Photo Journal — three years ago today — was also of La Ventana, south of Grants.

The first iteration of the New Mexico Photo Journal is still online, courtesy of Blogger.

Aldridge Equinox Petroglyph

A mid-day shadow bisects a square spiral three days before the vernal equinox. It’s part of the Aldridge Petroglyph panel in the Cebolla Wilderness. It was a great privilege to be able to witness this event.

Soda Dam

Soda Dam, along the Jemez Mountain Trail National Scenic Byway.

Plaza Blanca

Plaza Blanca, near Abiquiu, is a very amazing natural area.

Camel Rock, Tesuque

I’ve been trying to get a shot of Camel Rock at sunset for a few years now. I finally succeeded this past week.

White Mesa Colors

White Mesa, so-called because of the large quantities of gypsum that cover it, actually sports a wide variety of land colors just below the surface. White Mesa borders the Ojito Wilderness.

Late Afternoon in the Ojito Wilderness

Late afternoon sun and clouds in the Ojito Wilderness.

Bosque Cottonwood

A large old cottonwood is silhouetted by the setting sun.

Snow-Covered Sandias

Snow blew into New Mexico this weekend and dusted the Sandias.