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Incredible Mountains and Colors of Alaska by Robert Swetz

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Alaska by Robert Swetz

Incredible Mountains and Colors of Alaska by Robert Swetz

 

Every time I visit Alaska I take hundreds of photographs because I have been into photography most of my life.

I have been to this area where this photo was taken around 50 times and for some reason every time I visit areas in Alaska the scene seems to change from the different seasons, clouds, position of the sun and more.

Now the first time you view this photo you might think it was photo shopped to bring out the vibrant colors and I may have tweeted it just a little.

But for anyone that has been to Alaska they will tell you the trees, grass and vegetation is very great and that's because it snows so much during the winter and rains so much in spring, summer, fall.

What I like so much about this photo is that I spent over 45 minutes getting up to the peak of the huge rock formation to take this photo, if fact there was only one young couple that actually attempted it just after me out of many people. There is very sticky sand and mud that a person foot can get stuck in and have to call for help and or 911.

People have been know to drown because bay the time some help comes the tide will rise and drown them.

This photo really shows the many different colors of Alaska between the rocks, looking up the green mountain side and across the bay to the snow cap mountains ;o)

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Comments(29)

Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker

Good morning, Bob. I always look forward to seeing your photos of Alaska... and this one did not disappoint!

Jun 23, 2018 05:36 AM
Robert Vegas Bob Swetz
Las Vegas, NV

Hello Endre, thanks my friend and yes I did say hi to Debra several times and I love sitting down when she's not swamped with work and talking about Alaska, Homer andAR ;o)

Jun 23, 2018 06:34 AM
Robert Vegas Bob Swetz
Las Vegas, NV

Hello Debra and I know what your saying, I have heard stories and read many (Warning Signs) about this happening. There wasn't very much that I crosses, maybe 6 feet of it and when I did I kind of ran across it quickly like a a ninja walking across hot cools 

At one time though one of my shoes was stuck like a suction cup and wouldn't let go of my shoe and I panicked a little bit 

Jun 23, 2018 06:40 AM
Robert Vegas Bob Swetz
Las Vegas, NV

Hello James, that's an interesting way to look at it and you must have met my wife then 

Jun 23, 2018 06:44 AM
Robert Vegas Bob Swetz
Las Vegas, NV

Hello Myrl and yes Alaska has a way of grabbing visitor's with it's incredible beauty, thanks for stopping by my friend 

Jun 23, 2018 06:47 AM
Robert Vegas Bob Swetz
Las Vegas, NV

Hello Wayne and yes it is, have a great weekend ...

Jun 23, 2018 08:52 AM
Robert Vegas Bob Swetz
Las Vegas, NV

Hello Joan and yes and you having the chance to visit Alaska you do know ...

Jun 23, 2018 08:57 AM
Robert Vegas Bob Swetz
Las Vegas, NV

Hello Kat,

Thanks for stopping by and yes as you must of read in Debra's comment above, and thanks for stopping by 

Jun 23, 2018 09:10 AM
Robert Vegas Bob Swetz
Las Vegas, NV

Hello Debra,

Thanks so much for stopping by and this is the first time I have ever dared to walk across this mud flat and I think it will be the last, it is very dangerous.

Jun 23, 2018 09:13 AM
Georgie Hunter R(S) 58089
Hawai'i Life Real Estate Brokers - Haiku, HI
Maui Real Estate sales and lifestyle info

Beautiful colors.  One of these days I need to visit Alaska - the other non contiguous state.

Jun 23, 2018 08:12 PM
Robert Vegas Bob Swetz
Las Vegas, NV

Hello Nina, thanks so much for stopping by and I do enjoy showing you and the others the beauty of Alaska through my eyes and the camera 

Jun 23, 2018 09:06 PM
Robert Vegas Bob Swetz
Las Vegas, NV

Hello Georgie, always a pleasure having you stop by for a comment and I do believe you would love Alaska during the warmer months 

Jun 23, 2018 09:08 PM
Debbie Reynolds, C21 Platinum Properties
Platinum Properties- (931)771-9070 - Clarksville, TN
The Dedicated Clarksville TN Realtor-(931)320-6730

Such a great shot, Bob. The colors are so real there. There are some of the best landscapes I have even been able to take.

Jun 23, 2018 09:21 PM
Robert Vegas Bob Swetz
Las Vegas, NV

Hello Debbie and I have to agree! I have traveled all over the USA, California, Wyoming, Tennessee, Montana, Oregon, Washington, Colorado, etc and have yet to see a place as beautiful as Alaska. Although I have heard that British Columbia in Canada comes very close to Alaska.

Jun 23, 2018 09:43 PM
Grant Schneider
Performance Development Strategies - Armonk, NY
Your Coach Helping You Create Successful Outcomes

Good afternoon Vegas Bob - on this hot day those mountains and cool water look very inviting.

Jun 24, 2018 09:23 AM
Robert Vegas Bob Swetz
Las Vegas, NV

Hello Grant, yes indeed and thanks for stopping by to cool down 

Jun 24, 2018 09:51 AM
Brenda J. Andrew
ULTIMA REAL ESTATE - Willis, TX
Professional Realtor in N Houston & Corpus Christi

It is a very beautiful photo Robert.  It sounds like it was definitely worth the risk in taking it and I am so thankful you shared it with us.  I love to see beauty like this and have not yet been to Alaska, but definitely need to go someday.  Have a great day!

Jul 23, 2018 03:27 AM
Eileen Burns 954.483.3912
Trans State Commercial Realty Inc. - Fort Lauderdale, FL
FLorida Real Estate Connector

Thanks for sharing VB!  You always capture the very best with the passion behind the snap shot.  In this instance you probably would save your camera equipment before yourself....danger zone.... please consider not putting yourself in harm's way again.  We will miss you and your passionate photo opps

Jul 23, 2018 05:41 AM
Robert Vegas Bob Swetz
Las Vegas, NV

Hello Brenda,

Thanks for stopping by for a view and comment and hopefully some day you will be able to visit Alaska ;o)

Jul 23, 2018 05:16 PM
Robert Vegas Bob Swetz
Las Vegas, NV

Hello Eileen and this is the first time I have ever walked across this dangerous mud and from what Debra mentioned (above) and from stories I have heard about the dangers it will be the last ;o)

Jul 23, 2018 05:19 PM