Throughout the afternoon, heavy clouds rolled in over the Palouse in Eastern Washington. Assuming there would be no sunset, I was already back in the hotel checking my email when I noticed the color of light streaming in the window. Needless to say, I dropped everything and ran outside. One small hole remained at the horizon, through which the setting sun passed, creating an amazing sight. Driving out on a dirt road and nearly getting stuck in the mud, this was the result.

Part of the Highly Honored winning entry from the Mountaineers Photo Committee Seattle Branch in the 2005 Nature’s Best Photography Awards!

Selected Image - 2006 NANPA Member Showcase Gallery