Cathedral Rock's Bath 0299
by Tom Kelly
Title
Cathedral Rock's Bath 0299
Artist
Tom Kelly
Medium
Photograph - Digital Photography
Description
Summertime in Sedona gives us a variety of weather conditions. After 3 days of rain here, the pools were full. When the sun returned, many of the photo bugs came out, and Cathedral did not disappoint us! This beauty of red rock sandstone, weathered by time and the elements awaits you in Sedona, Arizona
In the high country lies this magnificent red rock monolith. Cathedral Rock a stunning masterpiece of breathtaking red rocks will touch your heart, and calm your inner self. One of the wonderful things about this beauty of nature, is it's ability to charm you with its shadows, reflections, and variety of colors. When the light hits Cathedral, one of the most visited spots of Sedona, it glows and the red and orange sandstones are nature in the raw. In the dry and arid conditions of northern Arizona, the light is always changing. Sedona is second only to the Grand Canyon in visitors. Whether you climb the face of Cathedral on the east side to the notch, or approach it thru Red Rock Crossing on the west side, the views are splendid and inspiring. Both sides give you access to the creek that flows at its’ base with many folks enjoying the cooling waters of Oak Creek at the crossing. The Red Rocks are a mixture of red and orange sandstones called the Schnebly Hill Formation. This formation is found primarily in the Sedona area. The Sandstones was deposited here about 250 to 300 million years ago. My favorite time of the day to visit Cathedral is between 3 to 6 in the summer and later on shorter days. Whether you are looking for a easy or strenuous hike, some mountain biking, awesome photography, or a serene, calming place to reach your inner self, Cathedral Rock is a great place to start or finish.
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August 22nd, 2014
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Comments (25)
Ben Prepelka
I must always stop and admire this classic Sedona scene! One of the best I've ever seen! Fav!
Laurie Search
This is so beautiful, Tom!!! Awesome composition, color, and reflections!!! :)))vf
Tom Kelly replied:
Thanks so much Laurie!; I hope you can make it some day; There is so much Beauty to experience!!
Tom Kelly
Special Thanks to the Collector who purchased this image in metal this morning! It is such a wonderful feeling! I appreciate your kindness!
Jerry Bokowski
Great capture of this iconic landmark, Tom....you live in one on the most beautiful places on the planet!...............FAV / Like
Elizabeth Winter
Awesome composition from the cactus, to the reflections, to those gorgeous red rocks! f/v