Ansel Adams

I love this photo because of the depth and contrast. you can see so clearly so far into the distance, and the clouds are really dark in some places and light in others. The darkness of the mountains and the lightness of the snow give the whole photo a slightly ominous feeling.

   
       Ansel Adams (1902 - 1984) was a great American photographer. Born at a relatively affluent family, Adams was home schooled prior to attending a private school where he earned a diploma certifying completion of about grade 8. Adams spent most of his childhood exploring the areas around his home in California. His intended profession was as a professional pianist, but he left this for photography. Adams created his first fully visualized photo in 1927. Albert M. Bender was an arts patron who Adams came under the influence of, and this relationship had a huge impact on his career. Adams was one of the best in the photography community and many other artists consulted him for technical advice. He also produced 10 volumes of technical manuals about photography and camera.