“Layers of Dust, Light, and Earth” fine art black and white Death Valley landscape photograph by Andrew Hertel, displayed in a modern interior.
“Layers of Dust, Light, and Earth” fine art black and white Death Valley landscape photograph by Andrew Hertel, displayed in a modern interior.
“Layers of Dust, Light, and Earth” fine art black and white Death Valley landscape photograph by Andrew Hertel, displayed in a modern interior.
“Layers of Dust, Light, and Earth” fine art black and white Death Valley landscape photograph by Andrew Hertel, displayed in a modern interior.
“Layers of Dust, Light, and Earth” fine art black and white Death Valley landscape photograph by Andrew Hertel, displayed in a modern interior.
“Layers of Dust, Light, and Earth” fine art black and white Death Valley landscape photograph by Andrew Hertel, displayed in a modern interior.
“Layers of Dust, Light, and Earth” fine art black and white Death Valley landscape photograph by Andrew Hertel, displayed in a modern interior.
“Layers of Dust, Light, and Earth” fine art black and white Death Valley landscape photograph by Andrew Hertel, displayed in a modern interior.
“Layers of Dust, Light, and Earth” fine art black and white Death Valley landscape photograph by Andrew Hertel, displayed in a modern interior.
“Layers of Dust, Light, and Earth” fine art black and white Death Valley landscape photograph by Andrew Hertel, displayed in a modern interior.
“Layers of Dust, Light, and Earth” fine art black and white Death Valley landscape photograph by Andrew Hertel, displayed in a modern interior.
“Layers of Dust, Light, and Earth” fine art black and white Death Valley landscape photograph by Andrew Hertel, displayed in a modern interior.

Layers of Dust, Light and Earth

from $70.00

Death Valley National Park, California

Midday light in the desert is often harsh, but on this winter afternoon, the wind transformed the scene. Dust swept through the Panamint Mountains, softening the rugged terrain and revealing a quiet rhythm of layered ridgelines. The foreground held crisp texture, while the sky faded gently behind a single drifting cloud. Light and earth moved together—shaping a fleeting moment of contrast and stillness.

This image was made on the side of the road near Badwater Basin during a five-day backcountry motorcycle trip. I wasn’t in some remote canyon or dune field, but years of exploring and creating in places like this have sharpened my vision. When the atmosphere shifts, I see possibilities. And when light, form, and timing align, I stop—because sometimes, that’s all it takes to create a meaningful piece of art.

Printed in black and white on archival fine art paper, this photograph invites a closer look at the quiet moments the desert often hides. A study in contrast, simplicity, and presence.

I hope you enjoy this image as much as I did creating it.

~Andrew

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Death Valley National Park, California

Midday light in the desert is often harsh, but on this winter afternoon, the wind transformed the scene. Dust swept through the Panamint Mountains, softening the rugged terrain and revealing a quiet rhythm of layered ridgelines. The foreground held crisp texture, while the sky faded gently behind a single drifting cloud. Light and earth moved together—shaping a fleeting moment of contrast and stillness.

This image was made on the side of the road near Badwater Basin during a five-day backcountry motorcycle trip. I wasn’t in some remote canyon or dune field, but years of exploring and creating in places like this have sharpened my vision. When the atmosphere shifts, I see possibilities. And when light, form, and timing align, I stop—because sometimes, that’s all it takes to create a meaningful piece of art.

Printed in black and white on archival fine art paper, this photograph invites a closer look at the quiet moments the desert often hides. A study in contrast, simplicity, and presence.

I hope you enjoy this image as much as I did creating it.

~Andrew

Print Options

Each image is available in a range of sizes and formats, printed using museum-quality archival materials. All prints are hand-signed and include a Certificate of Authenticity and a short story behind the image.

Mediums Available:

  • Print Only – Unframed, with a half-inch white border, ready for custom framing

  • Matted Print – Comes mounted in a white mat, sized to fit standard frames

  • Framed Print – Professionally framed with a white mat, black wood frame, and UV-protective non-glare glazing

  • Acrylic Facemount – Sleek, modern look with Trulife® anti-reflective acrylic; ready to hang

  • Canvas Wrap – Printed on archival canvas and stretched over a 1.5" deep wood frame for a clean, frameless presentation; ready to hang

Limited edition of 100 per image across all sizes and formats.

For more information on print mediums, please visit my Print Info page.

 
 

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