Fog rolling in, Marin Headlands, California

Aspiring photographer Simon Christen loves being outdoors and travelling. This is where he would wait patiently for the perfect moment to capture the beauty of nature unravel.

Simon says,

I can sit in a spot for hours watching the light change, waiting and hoping for that rare moment which illuminates the scene in a unique way.

As humans we have the urge to design everything. Once something becomes forgotten and nature starts claiming it back, a very interesting mix of human design and decay happens. I am fascinated by this mix of intricate shapes, unique patterns and colors.

Sun setting over Concord, California

The sun seen through the thick smoke of wildfires, California

Stormy sunset in Yosemite Valley, California

Beautiful Yosemite Valley in the afternoon sun, California

Bryce Canyon is a winter wonderland, Utah

Firey sunset in Death Valley National Park, California

Sun rays hitting the hills in the Sunol Wilderness, California

Mossbrae Falls near Dunsmuir, California

The Subway, Zion National Park, Utah

If you enjoyed these, make sure to visit Simon Christen’s website for more fantastic photos.