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LIGHT, LOCATION, AND THE MOMENTS MADE

This is where you will find the stories behind the images, where they were made, what the light was doing, and why a particular place or moment was worth stopping for. Some posts explore the history and character of a location, while others focus on the decisions, challenges, and small discoveries that happen behind the camera. From quiet woodland trails and city streets to distant coastlines and familiar landmarks, each story offers a closer look at the photographs and the experiences that shaped them. Whether you're interested in photography, travel, or simply seeing a place through a different lens, you'll find the latest work and the stories behind it here.

Brian Norris Brian Norris

Muir Woods I

...The tripod sank slightly into the spongy ground, and I adjusted my lens to frame the scene.  The tranquil forest stream flowed through lush greenery, with moss-covered rocks scattered in the water. Sunlight softly filtered through the dense canopy...

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Brian Norris Brian Norris

Grass and Fog

...The fog created an eerie, almost otherworldly vibe. Trees and rocks would suddenly appear, ghost-like in the gloom, giving the mountain a mysterious, unpredictable feel...

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Brian Norris Brian Norris

Cathedral and Arch

...surviving through fires and floods that marked the city’s early days. I couldn’t help but feel a connection to the past as I wandered its surroundings. The cobblestone streets and the river's gentle flow added a sense of timelessness...

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Brian Norris Brian Norris

Climatron at Sunset

...I had the privilege of photographing the Climatron at sunset, with the added complexity of the Chihuly glass exhibit on display. The brilliant, swirling colors of Dale Chihuly's art, floating alongside the giant lily pads, in the reflecting pools just outside the dome...

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Brian Norris Brian Norris

The Drake Hotel

...I spotted a splash of bright pink atop one of the buildings.  I followed the light and ended up behind The Drake Hotel, its silhouette rising proudly into the fog.  Built in 1920, it had been the crown jewel of the Gold Coast...

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Brian Norris is a Saint Louis, Missouri photographer with over 25 years behind the lens, working in cityscape, landscape, and street photography.

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