This shot was taken at the ever popular Emerald lake in Yoho National Park. Although this was not our final destination for the day I had to make a point of stopping here for the sunrise. This was one of those times that everything lined up beautifully in the eyes of a landscape photographer. There was a haunting mist rising up from the surface of the lake shrouding the mountains and forests. There were these wild wispy clouds blowing through the sky. The sun had recently risen and the golden hour had just begun, illuminating the cliffs in multiple hues of gold. All of these things came together to create this unique one of a kind image. There's so much going on here and I love how wild it turned out. As far as effort goes this photo truly did not require nearly as much as some of my other work. For me this piece represents the element of luck that is involved with landscape photography. You can be the best photographer in the World, and plan as much as possible but, if you don't get the right conditions your photos wont turn out nearly as good. This reminds me to stay humble and remember that nature is always in charge. Make the most of the lucky opportunities you are presented with.

This image was photographed by Vincent Schnabl.

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