Amanda Anderson Photography

Amanda Anderson Photography

Rugged lines etch through the skyline as the Blue Ridge mountains seem to span forever. Where one line ends, another seems to begin in a magnificent dance of blues and greens. The color seems to fade gracefully into the sky, harmoniously as if they were made for each other.

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The simplicity and serenity of a single palm against an endless blue sky bring coastal tranquility to any space. The long, curving tree trunk stands tall while the lush, leafy crown dances in the breeze, and one can feel the sea air surrounding them.

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"The Wave" showcases the swirling whitewater of a crashing wave in the midst of the calm blue and green water surrounding the crash, capturing both the immense power and intimate peace of the sea.

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The raw power and beauty of rolling waves is captured in the shoreline of DeBordieu, SC, as a wave rolls in to meet the shore. The movement of the wave contrasted with the steady, smooth shore creates a line that draws the viewer down the beach, following the wave as it continues to crash against the sand in a rhythmic pattern.

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This iconic sunset surf scene again captures the wildness and power of the waves and sea with the steady, calm sand of the shore. The movement of the waves and the surfer contrasts with the stillness of the surfers sitting on their boards and the shore waiting to bear the brunt of the crashing waves, all bracing themselves against the inevitable swirl of the water that brings delight and destruction at the same time.

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Mouth of the Bay settles tourists into the serenity of the Bay before the eyes lead to past the horizon to the wide expanse of the open sea. The contrast of the vibrant blue of the bay with the muted blue of the horizon draws the eye to focus on the calm instead of the unknown ahead.

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The close up view of an agave plant showcase the sharp points and beautiful blue, white and green color shifts. The contrasts bring the beauty and harshness of the Sedona landscape to life in a surprising way.

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"Triple Palm" captures the California coast in one iconic image. Three palms reach high against the backdrop of the soft blue sky, and it is clearly California. It could be the boardwalk of a busy beach town or a secluded stretch of the Pacific Coast Highway, but the coastal beauty of California shines through.

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The rich orange and red with the scraggly trees below immediately brings to mind the ruggedness of the American West. The jagged peaks and trees juxtaposed against the never-ending skies captures the untamed beauty of the desert, awe-inspiring and humbling at the same time.

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Gerald, this striking black and white photograph captures the regal elegance of a giraffe against the vast, open sky. A mesmerizing piece of wildlife art that illustrates the heart of African wilderness.

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The flock of birds soar gracefully though a clear blue sky in the classic V-like formation, their synchronized movements creating a striking visual of unity and harmony. Their determined direction in an otherwise empty sky serve as a reminder of the boundless freedom of nature.

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"Marsh Stream" illustrates the serene beauty of the low country of South Carolina. A stream winds gracefully through the marsh, embraced by tall grasses swaying gently in the whispers of the breeze. The peaceful ambiance of this coastal sanctuary is powerful in hues of black and white.

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The mist shrouding the trees of Blowing Rock, NC could leave one fearful of what lies beyond, but instead the vividness of the trees in the foreground contrasted with the black and gray of the background serve as a calm reminder to simply focus on what's in front and not what lies too far beyond. The ethereal fog allows just enough clarity through to remind the viewer of the beauty that lies behind the veil.

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The perfectly arched Bixby Creek Bridge contrasted against the rugged cliffs of the Big Sur coastline evoke awe at the engineering of both man and nature. The security of the bridge nestled in the peaks brings a sense of security and stillness against the wildness of the waves crashing against the shore.

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Mountain fog settling into the treetops gives a feeling of serene intrigue to the forest. So quiet, the heartbeat of the mountains can be heard, calm and soothing in tones of black and white.

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The pointy ends of the palm fronds jut into the pale blue sky, each leaf reaching its own way, resulting in a cascade of green atop a brown trunk. The tree is both orderly and chaotic, the center pulled together in a sea of branches while the ends sprout in every direction, yearning to grow further than their stems allow, The juxtaposition creates a picture of the push and pull of creation, pulling apart while held together in unseen order.

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"Blue Ridge" displays the breathtaking colors that give the Blue Ridge Mountains their name. The vivid green of the trees closest give way to the blue horizon of the rugged mountain peaks meeting the sky, with the ridges in between illustrating just how vast the mountain range is. The expanse of beauty leaves a reminder of the majestic splendor of the North Carolina mountains.