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Prints are available. Please contact for details. British Columbia, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/168/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC2083-NEF_DxO_DeepPRIME_Panorama-1-copy.jpg Ancient Volcano Garibaldi Mountain British Columbia, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/167/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC5834-NEF_DxO_DeepPRIME_Panorama-copy.jpg In the Alpines Alpine environment of British Columbia British Columbia, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/166/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/Breidablik-Peak.jpg Breidablik Peak After overnights snow storm, Breidablik Peak slowly reveals itself from the clouds. Baffin Island, Nunavut, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/165/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC4561-NEF_DxO_DeepPRIME_Panorama-1-copy.jpg Arctic Valley in Fall Surrounded by fall colours in the Arctic. Baffin Island, Nunavut, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/164/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC3912-NEF_DxO_DeepPRIME-1-copy.jpg Happy Hour This photo takes me back to our incredible adventure this year. We spontaneously stopped at this stunning viewpoint as the sun broke through, casting a mesmerizing light over the rugged terrain. As we stood there, surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of nature, I was reminded of the pure joy of exploration and the sense of wonder that comes from discovering new places. The bright sky created a symphony of colours, painting a picture-perfect backdrop for our shared moment of awe. Moments like these make life extraordinary, and I'm so grateful we got to experience it together. This photo is a captivating glimpse of the unforgettable memories we created on that adventure, and it's a powerful reminder of the magic that awaits us when we embrace the spirit of adventure. Baffin Island, Nunavut, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/163/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/20240905-_DSC3052-NEF-copy.jpg Morning Mood After the overnight snowfall, the moody weather casts a spell over the landscape. The fresh layer of snow on the mountains has transformed the scenery. Baffin Island, Nunavut, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/162/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/The-Thor.jpg The Thor Thor Peak is a remarkable mountain known for its distinctive, inspiring and captivating shape. Rising to 1,675 meters, it towers about 1,500 meters above the valley below. This massive pinnacle is made of some of the oldest rocks on Earth, which adds to its grandeur. I hope this simple portrait of this majestic mountain captures the essence of the Arctic, often called "the land of rock and ice." Baffin Island, Nunavut, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/161/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/The-first-snow.jpg THE FIRST SNOW First snow cover mountain scenery PURCELL MOUNTAINS, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/160/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/sfdfdf.jpg https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/159/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/nbcbcvbvbvbnvn.jpg https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/158/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/jhdhdhdhd.jpg https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/157/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/fgddgdfgfgfgfg.jpg https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/156/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/dsfssdsdds.jpg https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/155/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC7889-NEF_DxO_DeepPRIME-2-copy.jpg Above the clouds Unforgettable evening above the clouds. Mt. Seymour, British Columbia, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/154/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC7891-NEF_DxO_DeepPRIME-1-copy.jpg Cloud covered Mountain peaks above the sea of clouds. Mt. Seymour, British Columbia, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/snow-and-ice-covered-trees/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC8537-NEF_DxO_DeepPRIME-2-copy.jpg Iced statues Ice and snow-covered tree statues. Mt. Seymour, British Columbia, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/foggy-light/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC8547-NEF_DxO_DeepPRIME-1-copy.jpg Fog curtain Another wintery image with a very unique light. Mt. Seymour, British Columbia, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/151/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC8547-NEF_DxO_DeepPRIME-1-copy.jpg https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/150/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC8537-NEF_DxO_DeepPRIME-2-copy.jpg https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/asgard-reflection/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC6643-NEF_DxO_DeepPRIME_Panorama-2-copy.jpg The Asgard Reflection of an iconic Mt. Asgard in a small glacier pool. Baffin Island, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/north-pang-fiord/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/20160831-_DSC1179-dng_DxO_DeepPRIME_Panorama-3-copy.jpg North Pang Fiord Beautiful sunset captured at the North Pangnirtung Fiord. Baffin Island, Nunavut, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/boogabo-mountain-morning/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC7241-1-copy.jpg Golden Candles Glorious morning high in the mountains. The peaks and trees catch the first light, creating a glowing energy. Purcell Mountains, British Columbia, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/145/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/20170913-_DSC6739-dng_DxO_DeepPRIME-copy.jpg Into the Fiord Unforgettable view into the arctic fiord. Baffin Island, Nunavut, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/mount-northumbria-in-the-clouds/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/20180819-_DSC0405-DNG_DxO_DeepPRIME-copy.jpg Mountain Dreams When the morning clouds begin to dissipate, Mount Northumbria appears to be suspended in mid-air amidst the remaining fog. Baffin Island, Nunavut, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/trees-in-fog/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC7514-NEF_DxO_DeepPRIME-copy.jpg Ghost of winter Foggy conditions mixed with evening light can create ghost-like figures, adding to the eerie and mysterious atmosphere. Mt. Seymour, British Columbia, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/backlit-trees-mt-seymour/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC7506-NEF_DxO_DeepPRIME-copy.jpg Backlit Statues The snow-covered trees were beautifully backlit by the warm light of the evening, creating a serene and picturesque scene. Mt. Seymour, British Columbia, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/seymour-winter-scenery/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC7650-NEF_DxO_DeepPRIME-copy.jpg Winter fog The evening light breaking through the foggy and stormy sky creates a truly magical atmosphere. Mt. Seymour, British Columbia, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/above-and-bellow/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC7328-copy.jpg Above and Bellow Mornings light breaks above fog and bellow the clouds. Seymour Mountain, British Columbia, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/early-light/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC7326-copy.jpg Morning Glory Glorious morning light wakes up the landscape. Seymour Mountain, British Columbia, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/alpine-bouquet/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/20160704-_DSC0447-copy.jpg Alpine bouquet Bright and colourful alpine flowers bouquet. Manning Park, British Columbia, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/meadow-in-the-sky/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC5631-copy.jpg Meadow in the sky First snow transformer the landscape into winter bonanza. Purcell Mountains, British Columbia, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/136/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/20170904-_DSC5928-Pano-5-copy.jpg Baffin Island, Nunavut, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/brothers/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC4214-1-copy.jpg Brothers in arms Dark and mossy old growth forest of British Columbia. Squamish River Valley https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/autumn-gold/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC5752-2-copy.jpg Autumn Gold Colourful mountain meadow in backcountry of Purcell Mountains. Purcell Mountains, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/on-the-edge/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/DSC_4463-3-copy.jpg On the edge Group of trees growing on the edge of gravel scree. British Columbia, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/black-tusk/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC6092_Panorama-copy.jpg Black Tusk Unique and iconic Black Tusk mountain. British Columbia, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/table-mountain/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC5813-copy.jpg Table Mountain Table Mountain with the Garibaldi Mountain in the background. British Columbia, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/garibaldi-lake/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC5581_Panorama-copy.jpg Garibaldi Lake Panoramic image of Garibaldi Lake and Garibaldi Mountain. British Columbia, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/129/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC5764-copy.jpg Garibaldi After many years of trying and searching in this area, I finally found my favourite view point. 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Purcell Mountains, British Columbia, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/morning-light-in-purcells/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC7239-copy.jpg Alpine Bonanza Amazing morning light captured high in the alpines of the Purcell Mountains. Purcell Mountains, British Columbia, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/arctic-valley/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/20180822-_DSC0890-DNG_DxO_DeepPRIME_Panorama-copy.jpg Arctic Valley Beautiful and sunny afternoon in the Arctic. baffin Island, Nunavut, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/twisted-one/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC5693-2-copy.jpg Twisted One Twisted Larch tree among Alpine Fir Purcell Mountains, British Columbia, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/golden-tapestry/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC7249-2-copy.jpg Golden Tapestry Group of colourful Larch trees backlit with morning sun. Purcell Mountains, British Columbia, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/88/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC5815-1-copy.jpg https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/foggy-morning-in-winter-froest-of-yukon/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/20171230-_DSC7946-copy.jpg Mystic morning Beautiful foggy morning in the boreal forest of Yukon. Yukon, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/foggy--morning-in-forst-of-yukon/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/20171230-_DSC7940-1-copy.jpg Frozen fog Combination of a fog and extreme cold created this extraordinary glow in the forest of Yukon. Yukon, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/foggy-morning-in-yukon/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/20171230-_DSC7926-1-copy.jpg Forest candles Surreal morning in boreal forest. Yukon, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/sunrise-above-arctic-fiord/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/20180914-_DSC2748-Pano-copy.jpg Arctic gate This view of the and of the fiord reminds me of a mythical gate to the unknown world. Baffin Island, Nunavut, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/mount-overlord-view-baffin-island/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/20180911-_DSC2650-copy.jpg The Overlord Sunny afternoon at the base of Mount Overlord. Baffin Island, Nunavut, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/valley-view-baffin-island/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/20180907-_DSC2094-2_Panorama-copy.jpg Valley of giants Amazing sunset over the valley of giants. Mount Thor in the distance. Baffin Island, Nunavut, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/clearing-storm-baffin-island/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/2018082copy.jpg Storm End After the long and wet storm, light finally brakes through clouds. Baffin Island, Nunavut, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/baffin-island-mountains-in-the-fog/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC6368-copy.jpg From Afar Fogy but bright day in the middle of Baffin Island adventure. Baffin Island, Nunavut, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/sunset-over-mt-thor/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/20180819-_DSC0558-copy3.jpg Raw This picture exemplifies the mesmerizing landscape of Baffin Island. Baffin Island, Nunavut, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/reflection-of-mountain-baffin-island/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC6285_Panorama-2-copy.jpg Golden Tundra Yearly season change brings a fantastic and colorful transformation of the Arctic Tundra. Baffin Island, Nunavut, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/trees-and-flowers-at-alpine-lake-edge/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC6253-2-copy.jpg Alpine Summer I took this image during one of my summer hikes somewhere in BC. This small group of trees growing on the shore of an alpine lake caught my attention. I liked how the lake's water created the background for this image. British Columbia, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/alpine-larch-trees-covered-with-fresh-snow/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC5664-1-copy.jpg Mosaicked I would like to add this image to the Alpine Larch collection. I really like the atmospheric conditions. The combination of fresh snow, mist, and bright light make this image special. British Columbia, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/morning-light-purcell-mountains/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC5634-2-copy.jpg Morning Glow Beautiful and soft morning light in Purcell Mountains. British Columbia, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/trees-surviving-exterme-conditions/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC1809-copy.jpg Survival I found this tree on top of a mountain ridge. I can only imagine all the battles it fought over the years. The main tree died, but the younger one was striving. British Columbia, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/71/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC7631-copy.jpg Veiled I found myself on top of the mountain, waiting for action that day. A few bursts of wind provided the window to a hidden winter landscape. British Columbia, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/mount-asgard-baffin-island/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC6656_Panorama-1-copy.jpg Mount Asgard To me, Mt. Asgard is one of the most inspiring mountains. There is something almost spiritual about this peak. Its shape, remote location, surrounding glaciers, and the entire valley. Baffin Island, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/morning-glow-in-canadian-arctic/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/20171228-_DSC7776-Edit-1-copy.jpg Eagle Plains When planning a winter trip to Canadian North, I wondered if it was the best idea. I didn't know what to expect. However, the conditions that I captured fully compensated for my doubts. Yukon, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/rising-moon-over-mountains-at-artcic-circle-yukon/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/20171228-_DSC7762-copy.jpg Lunar Spirit The transition between evening and the darkness of the night has unique properties. It is not dark yet, but the daylight is vanishing quickly, and the spirits of the night are waking up. Yukon, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/moonrise-over-mountains-yukon/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/20171228-_DSC7759-copy.jpg Arctic Moon This Moon rise happened shortly after Sunset. The warm light of the Sun was still present when the yellow Moon appeared from behind the mountains. Yukon, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/morning-light-at-artic-circle-in-yukon/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/20171228-_DSC7657-Pano-2-copy.jpg Midday Sun I took this image at the beginning of the year in the Arctic. At this latitude, days are very short this time of year, and the sun barely rises over the horizon. Weather can be extreme, but photography conditions are spectacular. Yukon, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/morning-glow-over-frozen-arctic-tundra/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/20171229-_DSC7790-copy.jpg Arctic glow When the temperature drops far below freezing, the light gets different qualities. Moisture in the air changes to ice crystals. Light passing through the ice crystals transforms into a spectacular glow. Colors become solid and vivid. Yukon, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/soft-light-in-the-rainforest/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC4918-3-copy.jpg Green Tapestry Soft light penetrates deep into the rainforest. British Columbia, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/winter-scenery-at-night/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/20170212-_DSC3709-1-copy.jpg Nightly Shadows Being in the mountains, in the nighttime, and the presence of the full moon is one of the most spiritual experiences. British Columbia, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/sunset-over-the-fiord-baffin-island/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/20160829-_DSC1002-copy.jpg Within Reach Sometimes when things don't go according to plan, fate turns them into great opportunities. The view was mesmerizing, and the sunset light was one of the best during the trip. This unplanned detour in the Baffin Island Photo Adventure 2016 rewarded us with great shots and unforgettable views. Baffin Island, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/arctic-fiord/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/20170913-_DSC6739-2-copy.jpg Between the Cliffs This is the view from the hill above the town of Pangnirtung on Baffin Island. The end of this fjord was our pickup point after a two-week hike across the island. Baffin Island, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/sunrise-over-mount-overlord/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/20170911-_DSC6630-2-copy.jpg Overlord 2 Another take on Mount Overlord. Morning light was spectacular and I couldn't resist taking another image of this amazing mountain. Baffin Island, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/sunrise-over-mount-overlord-baffin-island/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/20170911-_DSC6599-copy.jpg Mount Overlord When after many days of hiking, you see Mt. Overlord, you know that you are getting closer to the end of the trail. The memories of sweating (and even swearing) during bog crossings are still coming to your mind. Still, they are starting to have a taste of a small victory rather than exhaustion. Baffin Island, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/aurora-over-mount-thor-baffin-island/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/20160908-_DSC2637-1-1-copy.jpg Quantum of Plasma My fascination with aurora borealis on Baffin Island is like a never-ending love affair. Every time I am over there, I think: OK, I have already taken enough aurora shots. I will not be doing that again. Baffin Islan, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/aurora-over-mtount-thor/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/20160906-_DSC2135-1-copy.jpg The Final Frontier This is the most memorable view from my 2016 trip to Baffin Island. The combination of these remarkable mountain peaks surrounding the immense valley is an essence of the Canadian Arctic. Baffin Island, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/trees-in-the-snow/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC3768-3-2-copy.jpg Trio I took this photo during one of my winter hikes. I was hiking through the forest toward my destination. British Columbia, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/aurora-borealis-baffin-island-arctic/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/20180905-_DSC1859-1-copy.jpg Nocturnal Rainbow Aurora is a natural wonder that everybody should experience at least once in a lifetime. No two Auroras are the same, so the feeling is spatially and temporally unique. Baffin Island, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/aurora-over-asgard/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/Aurora-copy.jpg Midnight Tranquility When a quiet, wind-free night suddenly fills in with the Aurora light, my internal state of calmness rapidly changes. The excitement inflow kicks in, bringing a nervous and chaotic search for composition. Baffin Island, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/snow-covered-trees/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/Strange-Fellows.jpg Strange Fellows Foggy conditions, like those in this photo, are usually very contemplating to me. All you can do is wait and watch until somewhere, something unveils. British Columbia, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/snow-covered-trees-in-the-fog/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/Stillness.jpg Stillness The accompanying silence disturbed from time to time by the burst of the sunlight was bringing to life all the elements of the landscape: the snow was becoming more vivid, and the trees were turning into quasi-alive, almost human-like creatures. Even though the process was developing and recurring in almost absolute silence, I could still feel that universal energy coming from the sun. British Columbia, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/foggy--winter-scenery/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/Etheral-fog.jpg Etheral Fog When the evening fog catches the last light of the sunset, it creates an ethereal feeling. That was a surreal evening, and the light conditions were special. I have never seen the light like that before. British Columbia, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/ghost-like-trees-in-winter/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/20171203-_DSC7258-copy.jpg Winter Ghosts When snow covers trees, they can take some fantastic forms and shapes. This transformation can be even more extraordinary when you add fog to the mixture. British Columbia, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/ghost-like-trees-in-winter-in-the-mountains/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/20171203-_DSC7246-copy.jpg Winter Ghosts 2 When snow covers trees, they can take some fantastic forms and shapes. This transformation can be even more extraordinary when you add fog to the mixture. British Columbia, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/48/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/20171203-_DSC7245-copy.jpg Hypnotic I wanted to show an exciting combination of fog, light, and silence in this photograph. It is a strange, almost hypnotic feeling to be surrounded by dense fog and ghost-like shaped trees. British Columbia, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/47/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/20171203-_DSC7244-2-copy.jpg Winter Ghosts 3 Another beautiful moment in the mountains. British Columbia, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/snow-covered-trees-in-the-mountains/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/20171203-_DSC7243-copy.jpg On the edge When snow covers trees, they can take some fantastic forms and shapes. British Columbia, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/radiating-bright-light-after-snow-storm/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/20171203-_DSC7204-copy.jpg Radiant Moments like this are always very special. After spending many hours hiking through the fog, I always enjoy the sudden change of weather. Very bright light radiates through the fog and creates ethereal feeling. British Columbia, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/squamish-mountains-fog-light/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/20210619-_DSC5253-copy.jpg Dazzling Light I shot this image in spring, just before the heat wave melted all the snow. It was the last moment opportunity and a very unexpected experience. Squamish, British Columbia https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/snowy-landscape-in-the-mountains/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC6017-1-copy.jpg Snowy Silence Snowy and windless weather created muted and silent aura. British Columbia, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/winter-storm-trees-ice-2/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC5121-copy.jpg Storm Watchers 2 When the storm hits the mountain, weather conditions change quickly. That day, a mix of rain and snow transformed all trees into ice sculptures. British Columbia, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/winter-storm-trees-ice/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC5118-copy.jpg Storm Watchers When the storm hits the mountain, weather conditions change quickly. That day, a mix of rain and snow transformed all trees into ice sculptures. British Columbia, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/purcell-mountains-alpine-larch-trees/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC5414-1-copy.jpg Exposed Looking at this group of Alpine Larch trees growing on the cliff's edge made me wonder. I imagined standing there for a year and experiencing the changes—a year-long timelaps of constant change. British Columbia, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/seymour-mountain-winter-snow-trees/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC5159-NEF_DxO_DeepPRIME-copy.jpg Touched by The Light After I found this scene, I realized how many elements and conditions had to align to make this image possible. This small winter scenery, with a touch of the last light, amazed me. I was in the right place at the right time. British Columbia, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/seymour-mountain-fresh-snow-trees/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC5138-copy.jpg Illuminated When I first saw this scene, it was a few hours before sunset. I started to wonder how the light would play with those trees at sunset. The direction of the sun and clearing sky were in favor of a successful image. British Columbia, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/garibaldi-mountain-bc/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/20170212-_DSC3794-2-copy.jpg Table Mountain This area was created by volcanic activity many years ago, but the effects are still clearly visible. British Columbia, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/winter-view-garibaldi-mountain-bc/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC3796-copy.jpg Second Row View Delicate sunset over Garibaldi Lake. British Columbia,Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/winter-view-of-mount-garibaldi/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC3785-1-copy.jpg Garibaldi Snowy afternoon near Mt. Garibaldi. British Columbia, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/trees-winter-scenery/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC3763-3-copy.jpg Alpine Fir Group of young Alpine Fir trees growing on the large meadow. British Columbia, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/garibaldi-lake-bc-mountains/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/20170212-_DSC3791-2-copy.jpg Winter Splendor Another winter magical moment in the British Columbia mountains. British Columbia,Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/baffin-island-arctic-glacier/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/20160904-_DSC1708-Pano-1-copy.jpg Highway Glacier The slow and quiet but unimaginably strong glacier force was able to transform masses of rock into this beautiful and dramatic landscape. Baffin Island, Nunavut, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/sunrise-over-mount-asgard-baffin-island/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/20160904-_DSC1747_Panorama-1-copy.jpg Arctic Cordillera Amazing view with spectacular sunrise photographed from our camp. Baffin Island, Nunavut, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/baffin-island-canada-arctic/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/20160903-_DSC1602_Panorama-copy.jpg Highway Glacier 2 A point where four immense glaciers met and created a gigantic moraine. Baffin Island, Nunavut, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/sunset-over-mount-northumbria-baffin-island/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/20180907-_DSC2160-2-copy.jpg Northumbria Sunset light dancing over Mount Northumbria. Baffin Island, Nunavut, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/semour-mountain-winter-snow/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC5981-5-copy.jpg Last light It was a very stormy and moody evening. Heavy clouds covered most of the sky. British Columbia, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/seymour-mountain-winter-snow/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC5939-1-copy.jpg Snow Moulded This magical show happened after a long cloudy day. Short bursts of light are my favorite moments to capture. Seymour Mountain, British Columbia https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/winter-scenery-in-the-mountains-of-british-columbia-2/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC5950-copy.jpg Quiet Light Another beautiful winter scenery captured at Mount Seymour. British Columbia, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/snow-sculptures-in-the-mountains/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC5955-1-copy.jpg Sculptured Trees covered by thick layer of snow and ice, and sculptured by wind and snow storm. Seymour Mountain, British Columbia https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/winter-landscape-in-british-columbia-mountains/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC5959-copy.jpg Whispering Light Very special moment in the mountains. Soft sunset light creates unique and dreamy atmosphere. British Columbia, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/winter-scenery-in-the-mountains-of-british-columbia/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC5960-copy.jpg Observer This photo reminds me of myself standing atop the mountain and observing the changing light. Seymour Mountain, British Columbia https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/dramatic-light-in-the-mountais/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC5970-1-copy.jpg Before Darkness I captured this dark and moody scenery shortly before the last daylight dissipated. British Columbia, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/intense-fall-colors-under-blanket-of-fresh-snow/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC5612-2-copy.jpg Seasonal The quick change from fall to winter came as a pleasant surprise. Fresh snow covered everything, but the intense colors of the fall were still fighting for attention. Purcell Mountains, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/pristine--purcell-mountains--bc/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC5607-copy.jpg Pristine There is something special about the unspoiled landscape. When you immerse yourself in it, you can feel a connection. Purcell Mountains, British Columbia https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/winter-scenery-in-purcell-mountains/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC5598-1-copy.jpg Eye of the storm This photo was taken in the morning, after an overnight snowfall. A brief burst of light added life to a previously gloomy morning. Purcell Mountains, British Columbia https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/golden-larch-in-purcell-mountains/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC5518-1-copy.jpg Golden Larch Fogy and cloudy weather created amazing contrast with the Larch trees. Purcell Mountains, British Columbia, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/glorious-evening-light-at-semour-mountain/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC5131-copy.jpg Above This hike in the local mountains ended up being spectacular. It started cloudy, fogy without much promise of light but ended with a glorious sunset. British Columbia https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/mount-northumbria-glowing-light/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/20180818-_DSC0231-1.jpg Fog dance Early afternoon sun brakes through layers of fog and clouds. Baffin Island, Nunavut, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/purcell-mountains-bc-winter/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC5614-NEF_DxO_DeepPRIME-copy.jpg Winter's Tale The first snowfall of the year blanketed mountains. The morning was bright, hazy, and snowy with glowing colors and light. Purcell Mountains, British Columbia, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/purcell-mountains-bc-winter-2/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC5677-2-copy.jpg Lookout It was late morning when clouds slowly dissipated. Surrounding mountains were still covered with fog and haze, but a few peaks were finally visible. Purcell Mountains, British Columbia, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/alpine-larch-purcell-mountains-bc/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC5626-2-copy.jpg Alpine Larch Alpine Larch trees change colors every year before they loose needles. This spectacular transformation is what I captured here. Purcell Mountains, British Columbia, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/mt-thor-baffin-island-arctic-canada/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/20180907-_DSC2136-DNG_DxO_DeepPRIME_Panorama-1-copy.jpg King of the valley This view is one of my favorites anywhere on the planet, and I feel privileged to have the chance to experience it. I have seen this view many times already, but each time, emotions are powerful. It is hard to describe the experience of having this view in front of you, and I hope that my image can stimulate your senses and imagination. Baffin Island, Nunavut, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/mt-thor-baffin-island-canada-arctic/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/20180818-_DSC0378-Pano-1-copy.jpg King of the valley 2 Another image of famous Mt. Thor. This time taken different time of year. Baffin Island, Nunavut, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/purcell-mountains-lake/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC7077-2-copy.jpg Cobalt Lake When planning this trip, I aimed to hike a lot. But when I got to this spot, I told myself this place deserved more time and attention. Purcell Mountains, British Columbia https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/purcell-mountains-bc/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC5463-copy.jpg Golden Aura When the sun is going down in the afternoon, light and shadows start to play their game. Light enhances the landscape with golden hues and creates a feeling of warmth. Early fall is a perfect time that allows capturing this golden aura. Purcell Mountains, British Columbia https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/fog-old-growth-forest/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/20180923-_DSC2860-1-copy.jpg A Touch of Silence When a fog suddenly engulfs trees allowing only a tiny pass-through for the light, the forest enters into a state of numbness. A busy and usually full of life mountain forest can quickly become a temple of silence. This sudden touch of silence that swallows up all noises brings an excellent opportunity for a photographer. It allows one to experience a full spectrum of other senses: vision, smell, and touch. British Columbia, Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/old-growth-alpine-forest/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC4487-copy.jpg Alpine Old-growth Hidden section of old-growth alpine forest. Squamish, British Columbia https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/coastal-alpine-forest-of-british-columbia/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC4463-1-copy.jpg Alpine Rainforest Lush green rainforest high in the alpines of British Columbia. Squamish, British Columbia https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/photo/snow-storm-in-the-mountains-of-bc/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/images/xl/_DSC5901-1-copy.jpg Snow-blind A mixture of fog and falling snow slowly transforms the landscape into a winter wonderland. British Columbia ,Canada https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/news/ https://www.arturstaniszphotography.com/contact/