Isolating Fall Scenics

Discover the forest for the trees using these

Text And Photography By Jim Clark

Published October 1, 2006
Updated July 1, 2016

The Appalachian Mountains have always served as a source of inspiration for me. Born and raised in the remote recesses of southern West Virginia, these ancient mountains became my mentors as I explored their steep slopes, narrow ridges and constricted valleys. Once I became smitten with nature photography, the Appalachians became my favorite location to explore through a viewfinder.

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