Clouded Peaks. All images courtesy of Gary Wagner, shared with permissionGary Wagners Photos Illuminate Rugged Icelandic Fjords and ShorelinesNovember 21, 2024PhotographyKate MothesWorking exclusively in black-and-white, Gary Wagners striking photos pare dramatic landscapes down to their essential shapes, lines, and tones. Based in Northern California, he captures shorelines, forests, and mountains using digital cameras.In his series Iceland Forces of Nature, Wagner explores the rugged fjords, waterfalls, and black sand beaches of the island nation. Sunlight illuminating dense clouds are set in stark contrast to distant hills or deep water.Dream FallsWagner has been making photos for more than four decades. Artistically, I try to show my vision of land, sea, and light, while paying respect to the natural order and beauty of the earth, the artist says. In addition to teaching at the university level, Wagner has released several books about digital photography techniques and bodies of work, including this series and explorations of the Pacific Northwest and Yosemite and Death Valley National Parks.Find books and prints on the artists website and Instagram.Lighted SkyDivided EarthBeach DiamondsBeach FlowSkogafossMagic LightRibbon FallsSoft FlowPrevious articleNext article