Christmas Eve Monument Snowstorm
Christmas Eve | Monday, December 24, 2012
On Christmas Eve it snowed all day which is a little unusual for the Grand Valley. When I got out of work, I thought it would be a good idea to drive up to the Colorado National Monument and take some photos in the snowstorm. I knew the road on top was closed because of the weather, so I went in via the Fruita entrance so I could at least drive to the Independence Monument Viewpoint. Some may find these photos boring and bland and much different from my typical ‘colorful’ images, but I was trying to create something more unique from these locations that I frequently visit and photograph. I’d love to hear your thoughts on the following images in the comments section.
As I drove up the snow-covered switchbacks, I had to pull over and stop for a photo of Balance Rock in the snow.
Balance Rock Snowstorm by IntrepidXJ, on Flickr
My first stop was at the Independence Monument Viewpoint.
Tracks by IntrepidXJ, on Flickr
Independence Monument in the snow.
Independence Monument Snowstorm by IntrepidXJ, on Flickr