New Proxy Falls Fine Art Photograph!
Proxy Falls is the kind of waterfall one never forgets. It is frequently included on lists of the world’s most beautiful waterfalls. I’ve traveled to Proxy falls countless times in the last 15 years, including five times this past summer, purely for the sake of capturing the photograph you see below. Multiple times I was virtually washed away by monsoon like spray caused by heavy spring snow melt. Other times I simply missed my mark. On the day I captured what will be my next fine art print, I actually wore fly fishing waders because I knew I would be spending extended periods of time wading knee deep in frigid mountain water while focusing and adjusting my 4×5 large format film camera.
Proxy Falls, Three Sisters Wilderness Area, Oregon
Proxy Falls is located on Oregon highway 242, west of Mckenzie Pass. The parking area is clearly marked as is the trail head. The short 2 mile loop winds through moss covered lava fields and stunning old growth forests. Spring brings wonderful displays of rhododendron and beargrass blooms while fall is celebrated with the oranges and reds of vine maples in their autumnal finery. The smaller and less heralded Upper Proxy Falls is also a worthy side hike on the Proxy Falls loop.
I worked extremely hard to get what I think will be one of my more popular fine art prints. Aside from the satisfaction that comes from completing an arduous task, I’m excited about the aesthetics of this Landscape photograph. The Hint of color on the submerged rock at the bottom of the image as well as the verdant moss covered rocks make for an excellent foreground. The downed log in the mid ground adds an attractive diagonal line as well as some textural diversity to this landscape print. Finally, this photo has as good of a background as I’ve ever found for a waterfall photograph. Stunning lines and textures of water cascading 226 feet over volcanic basalt columns. I love the combination of visual scenery that this beautiful Oregon waterfall provides and I can’t wait to have my first large prints of this amazing waterfall framed.
Thanks for visiting,
Mike
Depot Cafe Art Gallery in Sisters, Oregon.
My newest Central Oregon area fine art photography exhibit is at the Depot Cafe in Sisters, Oregon. In general, I prefer to deal with temporary art galleries/exhibits rather than with traditional galleries and my newest “Art Gallery” is a good one! I’ve eaten at the Depot Cafe, formerly known as the Depot Deli dozens of times and the food has always been excellent. In addition to burgers and other hot sandwiches, they have an extensive menu of tasteful yet reasonably priced cafe food.
Depot Cafe, Sisters Oregon
I recently met Pam and Chris, owners of the Depot Cafe. They are great folks who I’m certain will continue to be successful in the competitive Central Oregon dining world. I’ll soon install some museum quality art lighting to better display my current landscape photography exhibit at the Depot Cafe. Below is a photo of my landscape photos that are on display there as of 1/24/11.
My "Art Gallery" at the depot Cafe in Sisters, Oregon.
Three of my favorite images are on display at the temporary art gallery at the Depot Cafe. They include “Aspen Leaves”, “Sparks Lake Sunrise”, and “Alpine Stream”. I hope to rotate my art through the Depot Cafe fairly regularly, so if you are passing through Sisters, or if you are a Sisters area resident, stop by, enjoy the art and get some great food!
I don’t know many of the staff members at the cafe, but Matt has helped me several times and he has been very kind and efficient. Below is a shot of the “Engine Room” at the depot, where the magic happens!
Depot Cafe
If you’d like more information regarding current offerings and events at the Depot Cafe, visit their Facebook Page. Thanks for reading and if you are in the Sisters, Oregon area, stop in to the Depot Cafe and enjoy yourself.
All the Best,
Mike Putnam
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