Highland Veil

This image, Highland Veil, was captured in Glencoe, Scotland—a location known for its dramatic terrain and ever-changing weather. The photograph features Buachaille Etive Mòr, one of the region’s most iconic peaks, rising sharply behind a cascade of water flowing over dark rocks. The scene was photographed on a day typical of the Highlands—moody skies, shifting light, and a constant sense of unpredictability. A long exposure was used to soften the motion of the stream, creating contrast against the harsh, weather-worn stone. The decision to present the image in black and white highlights the stark textures of the landscape and focuses attention on light, shadow, and form without the distraction of color. Glencoe’s landscape is shaped as much by its climate as by geology. Rain, mist, and wind are constant forces here, and they give the place its distinctive atmosphere. The sky in this image was heavy with movement, and the long exposure reveals the restless flow of clouds, adding to the sense of drama and isolation. Rather than presenting a bright or idyllic view, Highland Veil aims to capture the more somber, powerful mood that often defines the Highlands. It reflects the quiet intensity of the place—the kind of weather and terrain that can shift quickly from calm to wild. It’s this unpredictability, and the way it influences the look and feel of the land, that makes Glencoe such a compelling subject. This photograph is not only a landscape but also a study in contrasts: motion and stillness, softness and strength, permanence and change. It’s a visual expression of the mood that defines much of the Scottish Highlands—layered, weathered, and unforgettable.