There’s a particular hush that falls over Takhlakh Lake in spring, just as the moon begins its slow ascent above the snow-capped summit of Mount Adams. In this black-and-white photograph, I wanted to honor that sense of stillness—the way the mountain’s presence anchors the horizon, the way the lake holds the sky’s changing light. The scene is both familiar and fleeting: a reminder that even the most enduring landscapes are shaped by moments of transition.

The Pacific Northwest has always offered me these quiet encounters—places where time seems to slow, and the boundaries between earth, water, and sky become less certain. Here, the moon’s reflection drifts across the lake, echoing the mountain’s silhouette and inviting a sense of calm. The absence of color draws attention to the textures and contrasts that define this region: the crisp line of the ridge, the soft movement of clouds, the gentle ripple of water.

This photograph is part of my ongoing effort to create work that endures, both physically and emotionally. Each print is professionally produced to ensure lasting quality, and each image is a personal record of time spent in the wild places of Washington. I hope this piece offers a moment of serenity and reflection—an invitation to pause, breathe, and reconnect with the natural world.

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