Abandoned Mine, near Red Mountain Pass, San Juan Mountains, Colorado © Doug Hickok All Rights Reserved
The mountains in Colorado are rich in mineral deposits. Mining is a prevalent part of the state's economy, but many old mines sit abandoned, symbols of the industry's boom and bust tendency.
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It's amazing that the trees can grow in such barren soil Doug.. Beautifully composed shot.
ReplyDeleteLooking at this image, the landscape looks like a work of art the way you captured it, with the light and the shifting color patterns.
ReplyDeleteA fine shot of the aftermath of mining operations. Excellent image.
ReplyDeleteI love the light in the image. So calming.
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Mersad Donko Photography
Industrial decay skilfully captured!
ReplyDeleteThe contrast between the green trees and the various earth-colors of the barren hills is really impressive.