Mammoth Ice
by Sharon Elliott
Title
Mammoth Ice
Artist
Sharon Elliott
Medium
Photograph - Photography
Description
This image was taken in the middle of a snow storm, in the Albright Visitor center and Mammoth Terraces area North-West Yellowstone. On this particular day I enjoyed a variety of weather. Anything from snow storm to sunshine, I was amazed at how quickly the weather changed.
Yellowstone is one of the most interesting geological areas that I have ever visited. I feel that everyone needs to go in the middle of winter so that you can experience the sence of how much heat and power lies beneath foot. All of this snow and ice that blankets the park this time of year seeps into cracks in the earth's crust and is heated in one of the largest caulderas on the earth, and then bursts forth from the ground in innumerable vents of steam, geysers, and mud pots. Only in the winter when the temperatures are very cold can one experience visually just how many vents there are in this park, all the power just beneath your feet.
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January 19th, 2013
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Comments (53)
Mo Barton
Wow! Wonderful Yellowstone image!
Sharon Elliott replied:
Thank you Mo.....I so want to go back and do some more....I want all the seasons.
Elizabeth Winter
Beautiful picture. Never been there in winter. Looks even more unique! v
Sharon Elliott replied:
Thank you Elizabeth, for visiting my gallery....I hope you get there some time in the winter it is fascinating. sE
Ann Johndro-Collins
Enjoyed the backstory on Mammoth Hot Springs...I am always energized by my travels to the Yellowstone, so much beauty and drama. This is a remarkable winter scene...L/F
Skip Willits
Excellent image, no I don't have to imagine what it looks like in winter. Thanks and congratulations.
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