In 2010 I had a great time behind the camera and I was fortunate to have been present for some amazing moments including the birth of my son (the ultimate experience). While I’ve ranked my best photos in years past (best photos of 2009, best photos of 2008 and best photos of 2007) this year I’m finding it impossible to do. In fact by doing so I may just end up in the dog house as you’ll soon discover. So in no particular order here are my 10 favorite photos taken in 2010. Enjoy!
Untitled Color Study
Just a photo that resonates with me and my exploration of light and color. This is part of a larger collection of work that I’ll be releasing so stay tuned to see more. Taken at sunset not far from my home.
Untitled Color Study
Foggy Forest
Since moving to San Francisco I’ve embraced the days the fog rolls in while most curse it. I really enjoy seeing how the fog adds atmosphere to a scene whether I’m photographing it or just walking through. Of all things San Francisco, strangely, the fog is what I enjoy most.
Foggy Forest
Golden Gate Bridge Sunrise
The morning I took this photo I drove over 70 miles to catch a unique view of the Golden Gate Bridge at sunrise. Thinking my morning was a bust after being fogged in I returned home to find this view waiting for me. Why did this photo make the top 10 of the year? It’s a rare and nearly impossible view of the south tower of the Golden Gate Bridge enveloped by fog. I say “nearly impossible” not because the bridge was 4 miles away, but because San Francisco is normally under fog when the bridge appears like this.
Golden Gate Bridge Sunrise
Taken with a Canon 1Ds Mark III and Canon 800mm f/5.6
Ion Banner Wipeout at the 2010 Mavericks Surf Contest
As you’d imagine witnessing the huge waves of Mavericks is quite a rush, but nothing compares to what the surfers actually experience. I’m not sure people realize exactly how athletic these guys are. Most just think of them as crazy, but they’re incredibly fit. Anyhow photographing this event was an incredible experience made easy with a Canon 7D. Having photographed this event in years past with my Canon 1D Mark II I decided to try out the latest and greatest. No complaints.
Ion Banner Wipeout at the 2010 Mavericks Surf Contest
Zen – White Sands National Monument
Exploring the pristine beauty of the dunes with in White Sands National Monument was one of the best experiences of the year. New Mexico has some of the most impressive light in the lower 48 and the white sand mirrors that light in amazing ways. Amazing things happen in White Sands. I look forward to returning again in 2011 (join me on my White Sands by Moonlight photo tour).
Zen - White Sands National Monument, New Mexico
Taken with a Canon 1Ds Mark III and Canon 24mm tilt-shift lens
Untitled Color Study
Just a photo that resonates with me and my exploration of light and color. This is part of a larger collection of work that I’ll be releasing so stay tuned to see more. Taken on a trip down the California coast near Santa Barbara.
Untitled Color Study
New Addition to the Family
Being there for the delivery of my son is by far the most amazing experience of my life. Portrait photography has quickly become a regular activity. For the first 6 weeks I made constant use of a Canon 85mm f/1.2 and it paid off with photos like this.
New Addition to the Family
Serenity – White Sands National Monument
I can’t say enough about White Sands National Monument. Standing atop a 60 foot dune and witnessing this scene took my breath away. The dunes are so complex in shape and the randomness at which the light falls across them makes finding exceptional compositions a real challenge. No location challenges my eye like White Sands and I can never get enough of it.
Serenity - White Sands National Monument, New Mexico
Taken with a Canon 1Ds Mark III and Canon 70-200mm USM IS f/2.8
Lunar Layers
This was a photo that almost never happened. Unpredictably clouds moved in the weekend I was reviewing a Canon 800mm f/5.6 lens, but Mother Nature gave me a 45 second reprieve on this particular evening to compose 3 images of a full moon veiled behind clouds kissed with sunset light. It pays to be patient and prepared. As to what attracted me to this image in my year end review of work… its the abstract nature of it. Even still I see an eye in the sky when I view this photo.
Lunar Layers
Dusk at White Sands National Monument
Some things just have to be experienced and this was one of those moments. No focal length lens or camera sensor could do this scene justice.
Dusk at White Sands National Monument, New Mexico
Taken with a Canon 1Ds Mark III and Canon 70-200mm USM IS f/2.8
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An interesting selection Jim, I have noticed your landscapes going through a distinct change this year. You visit to White Sands seems to have changed the way you see things. There is a distinct colour palette theme to your selections, which are all beautiful by the way,
A nice selection of images Jim. I really enjoyed viewing the more abstract shots. However I love the drama and composition in the surfing shot. Were you in the water to capture the image or on the back of a jet ski?
What a fantastic collection, Jim. Wish you an even greater year 2011!
Wonderful selection Jim! Most interesting is that the majority of those you chose were about catching the decisive moment when you were given a short window of opportunity. You were ready and aware. Here’s to your continued readiness and awareness for the 2011!
I’m always partial to White Sands photos, but each of these is stunning in its own right. However, nothing can top the photo of your new son.
Happy new year!
Its all about the Zen shot. The simplicity and converging lines make this the winner in my book. Inspiring work, keep ’em coming.
I am really digging the minimalist style you’re pushing toward, Jim. Great photos!
Absolutely stunning work.
impressive minimalscapes. The tones are awesome.
Very inspiring collection, including your fam!
Those are wonderful Jim!
Very nice, Jim. Gotta check out White Sands sometime — and Mavericks! And congratulations to you and your new family!
Great Photos… waiting for 2011 and see more of your work
Great and awesome shots!!!
Nice work Jim.
Love the baby photo. Great moment.
The one of the moon looks like an eye to me.
Have a great 2011.
pablo
Great stuff Jim. I am just weeding through mine now, and look forward to participating in your summary post this year. I noticed many of them have a big, open, airy feel to them. Perhaps a new theme you are drawn to?
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Really nice shots that you picked. My favorite is the Ion Banner Wipeout. What a great angle. It really draws you in. I think Foggy Forest is a great shot too.
Jim these are a nice collection! I am partial to your new son, maybe because I am enjoying a new daughter right now as well!
Thanks for putting the Top 10 shots post together!
A great selection Jim. I like the White Sands images the best, but then your Mavs shot is pretty intense. A good year!
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Absolutely loves the ripple from white sand dunes. thanks for the great photo and congratulations on your newborn!
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Great set. Love the one with the white sands.
An excellent lineup, Jim. Glad you included the family photo. You also made an awesome entry into the surfing photo category. Besides those two I like “Zen” and “Lunar Layers” best.
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Your baby is beautiful.
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Jim, you are truly a gifted photographer.
wow… i really love your textured landscapes… they are very abstract in nature and very pleasing to the eye
Beautiful, Jim – and congratulations on your new son! – Janet Stock
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Seriously the best photos. This is an awesome collection of photos.Golden gate bridge sunrise is very very good click. Others in this category are Lunar layers, Dusk at White Sands National Monument and others too. I have no words to explain this. You have used your talent of photography very well. I just love it and can’t take my eyes away from these pics. Well done. Keep it up..:)