Aspire, by Laria Saunders
This was taken in Montreux, Switzerland in 2010. Montreux is located on Lake Geneva at the foot of the Alps. The beauty there is extraordinary and taking a good shot is not difficult as the incredible shots are all around to behold.
Nikon D90 | 105mm | F-stop 11 | Shutter 1/100
Aspire, by Laria Saunders
Award Winner: Photo of the Day | September 09
Photo of the Day Award Category: Travel Photography
Photograph Location: Montreux | Switzerland
Photographer: Laria Saunders (Oakland, California, United States) Registered
Laria is an emerging artist from Boston, New York and Los Angeles. She comes from a family of artists that span four generations on both sides including 3 professional photographers. Her passion for photography goes back 25 years and she received a BA from University California Los Angeles – World Arts & Culture. She has been awarded for her abstract, wildlife, dance and travel photography by Eden Arts, UK, Momentum: Images of Dance, CT., Art Scene Today, Art Slant and Projekt 30. Laria is co-owner of a portrait studio called City of Angels Headshots. Her exhibits include, “Photos with Words,” a group show at PhotoPlace Gallery,Vermont and also a group show at Grooveworx Gallery. She currently resides in the arts district of downtown Los Angeles and although on disability for chronic pain, it is photography that keeps her spirit alive.
Portfolio: http://www.lariasaunders.com
Twitter: http://twiter.com/LariaSaunders
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another wonderful photo by laria. i wish i was there too. swimming in the water and looking up at the mountain.. breathtaking . the photo captures a serene quality that the europeans have being at one with nature and lifestyle.!
Laria Saunders image ” Aspire ” has so many lovely tones all in profound harmony that express such peace. I love the way the subtle colors build into a pristine crescendo at the peak of the mountain. Beautiful composition , technically enviable, wish I were there !