From exploring the Internet I’ve noticed many south-western U.S. photographers having images of old equipment or vehicles in their photo galleries. I suppose one reason is equipment lasts a long time outside in such dry climates and can exhibit very interesting and pleasing rust patterns.
I’ve been making a good many photos and have gotten behind in processing them. This image of the Window Rock in Window Rock, Arizona, was made during our explorations while staying in Gallup, New Mexico.
“Let my heart be still a moment and this mystery explore…” ― Edgar Allan Poe, The Raven
Our drive on Thursday from Santa Fe, NM, to Gallup, NM, was uneventful — no warning lights and no countdown to disaster. With less-than-perfect weather forecasted for the coming weekend, we elected on Friday to drive the 70+ miles to visit the Painted Desert and Petrified Forest National Park in Arizona.
When laying out the agenda for this years travels I had to estimate how long to spend at each location and three days was definitely not enough for Santa Fe.
Literally we were in the middle of nowhere, heading to Santa Fe, NM, enjoying the scenery and serenity of the drive. With no prior warning our check engine light suddenly came on and the following message displayed…