Sentinel of Yosemite

This black and white photo captures the iconic Half Dome and Elm Tree in Yosemite National Park. The tree stands tall and proud, its branches reaching towards the sky, while Half Dome looms in the background, its massive granite face towering over the valley. The contrast between the black and white tones highlights the beauty and grandeur of the scene, creating a timeless and iconic image.

November in Yosemite Valley, and the bare branches of the oaks framed Half Dome. The granite face was dry and clear after a spell of cold weather.

Half Dome, Yosemite National Park, California · 2023