High Mountain Sanctuary : Michael Frye Photography

Sunset at Tenaya Lake, Yosemite NP, CA, USA

On Wednesday I’ll be starting my 10th Hidden Yosemite workshop. I always enjoy this class because we can do some hiking, get away from the crowds, and go to some of my favorite locations in the high country. It’s such a pleasure to feel the crisp, cool air, and see the intense light. And, of course, the area is wonderfully photogenic.

Here’s a collection of some of my favorite photographs from the high mountains in and near Yosemite. If you’ve been to this area before, I hope these images bring back some good memories. If you haven’t been there, then maybe these will inspire you to go.

I’m looking forward to a great week!

— Michael Frye

Sun breaking through Mist, Tuolumne Meadows, Yosemite NP, CA, USA

Reeds and cloud reflections, Inyo NF, CA, USA

Pools in glacially polished granite, high country, Yosemite NP, CA, USA

Sunrise, North Peak and Greenstone Lake, Inyo NF, CA, USA

Melting ice, Gaylor Lakes, Yosemite NP, CA, USA

Full moon setting over Middle Gaylor Lake at dawn, Yosemite NP, CA, USA

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Michael Frye is a professional photographer specializing in landscapes and nature. He is the author or principal photographer of The Photographer’s Guide to Yosemite, Yosemite Meditations, Yosemite Meditations for Women, Yosemite Meditations for Adventurers, and Digital Landscape Photography: In the Footsteps of Ansel Adams and the Great Masters. He has also written three eBooks: Light & Land: Landscapes in the Digital Darkroom, Exposure for Outdoor Photography, and Landscapes in Lightroom 5: The Essential Step-by-Step Guide. Michael has written numerous magazine articles on the art and technique of photography, and his images have been published in over thirty countries around the world. Michael has lived either in or near Yosemite National Park since 1983, currently residing just outside the park in Mariposa, California.

10 Comments

Brent A. Schoenfeld on July 12, 2015 at 2:17 pm

Simply exquisite … one and all. Wish I were there.

Michael Frye on July 12, 2015 at 11:05 pm

Thanks Brent!
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JohnC on July 12, 2015 at 3:45 pm

Those are beautiful Michael. I’d like to make it to some of the “easier” locations to reach. I did make it to May Lake last year.

Michael Frye on July 12, 2015 at 11:13 pm

Thank you John! Some of the locations of these photos are close to the road, like Tenaya Lake and Tuolumne Meadows.
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Aram Langhans on July 12, 2015 at 5:45 pm

Great shots, but maybe a safe bet you won’t see any snow this trip. One of these years I would like to poke around off the valley floor to places off the beaten path.

Michael Frye on July 12, 2015 at 11:14 pm

Well actually Aram, Tioga Pass closed briefly a few days ago because of snow – go figure! Saw some recent snow on top of Mt. Dana today. But from the forecast, I think you’re right. 🙂
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Karl Chiang on July 12, 2015 at 7:10 pm

I remember one of the pics from the workshop 2 years ago! Great memories and one of best workshops I have ever attended. I would consider returning again someday. For newbies, I would highly recommend this workshop not only for the locale, but the great teaching by Michael! Thank you for the instruction and inspiration!

Michael Frye on July 12, 2015 at 11:15 pm

Thanks Karl, and I’m glad you have good memories of the workshop – me too!
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Vivienne on July 12, 2015 at 7:52 pm

Wish I could be there! I have been there, but briefly. However, these photos still bring back memories, as I recall enjoying reading your post describing your experiences as you were in the field. I had that same sense while looking at your portfolio in the recent issue of Photograph from Craft & Vision.