American Road Trip Photography

The Great American Road Trip - Photography

When are you supposed to say enough is enough and move on to another subject? Roadside Meditations was published a few months back, which would (should?) be the logical line in the sand stating ok, you did the thing, now try something else! And a person smarter than myself would probably do that! History thus far does not comply. My long term personal project are just that, personal. So I might partially focus on a new subject, but I’m always on the look-out for images that fit the older projects too. It’s not intentional. It just is. I love these projects and can’t help myself.

Click HERE to purchase a copy of Roadside Meditations or contact me directly to inquire about prints of my American road trip photography.

Photograph of a road going through a beautiful cattle ranch in Montana

Wyola, Montana

Landscape photo of the California desert

California desert

Photograph of a vast Wyoming landscape

Wyoming

Landscape photo of the California desert

California desert

Photograph of a train going through the landscape of Parker, Wyoming

Parker, Wyoming

California desert road trip photo

California desert

Photograph of plants in the California desert

California desert

Aerial Photograph of a road going through a desolate section of the California desert

California desert

Serenity in the Marsh: Stunning Duck Blind Views that Connect Hunters to Nature

Capture the Beauty of Duck Hunting: Photography of Tranquil Marsh Views from the Duck Blind

The stillness of the marsh at dawn is unlike any other—where the world feels suspended in time, and the only sounds are the subtle movements of nature. From a duck blind, hunters are immersed in a breathtaking view that connects them deeply to the environment. These photographs showcase the serene beauty of those moments—the quiet reflection of the marsh in the water, the mist rising off the reeds, and the vast openness of the landscape.

As a duck hunting photographer, my goal is to capture not just the action, but the peaceful relationship between hunter and environment. These stunning images reflect the calm before the hunt, allowing companies in the duck hunting industry to showcase their gear in the most authentic and serene setting. Whether it’s a perfectly placed blind, a well-crafted decoy, or the right camouflage apparel, these photographs offer a powerful narrative about the connection between the gear and the natural world.

For hunting gear companies, these images are an opportunity to highlight products that enhance the experience of duck hunting, providing a visual representation of both functionality and the serene beauty of the marsh. This collection of photographs not only invites viewers to appreciate the tranquility of the environment but also serves as a testament to the role that quality hunting gear plays in a hunter’s success and enjoyment.

Click here to see more of my duck hunting photography

Rainforest Photography - Canada

Vancouver Island Rainforest Photographs - Available for Licensing

Although the camera allows me to earn a living, I still consider it a hobby as well. A few weeks ago Emily and I took a last minute trip to Vancouver Island. We hung out in Victoria for a few days, then drove up to the small surfing town of Tofino (more on that in the next post). All along the way there is so much to see, including rainforests. We took a couple casual strolls through them, camera in hand, without any expectations or plans to shoot. Now, I’d never classify myself as a “nature” or “landscape” photographer. I’m just a photographer. Meaning that making pictures pleases me. Pictures of anything. Doesn’t matter if the images will ever be seen, published, or licensed. The act alone is reward. Especially when it comes to subjects like the rainforest.

These images started as a personal exercise — a way to slow down in a wild place. But now they’re ready for more. They’re available for editorial stories, branding campaigns, environmental projects, or any usage that needs the mood of the forest. If your publication, website, or brand needs deep, organic, forest imagery, these frames might be exactly what you’ve been looking for.

Why Rainforest Scenes Move Me

Walking through that mist, the light filters through layers of green, and every inch of the forest feels alive. There’s a kind of tension between heaviness and delicacy — shadows sinking, moss clinging, trunks reaching up. That’s the energy I’m drawn to: quiet, moody, layered. Scenes that feel like science fiction than they do reality.

What You’ll See Here

In this gallery, you’ll find images of:

  • Mist hanging in giant trees

  • Ferns and undergrowth reaching for light

  • Mossy trunks with saturated texture

  • Forest floor patterns, play of dark & light

  • Close details and wide forest frames

Licensing Use Cases & Options

These images can be used for:

  • Editorial spreads (nature magazines, travel publications)

  • Environmental and conservation campaigns

  • Branding, outdoor, or wellness companies needing forest imagery

  • Website hero images or content visuals

  • Marketing materials for resorts, lodges, national parks

Licensing options vary depending on region, duration, usage medium (print, digital), exclusivity, etc. Every project is different, and I’m happy to craft a usage license that fits your needs.

How to License / Commission

If you’re interested in using one or more of these photographs, here’s how to get started:

  1. Drop me a message (rob@robhammerphotography.com) with which image(s) interest you.

  2. Tell me how you intend to use them (print, web, social, campaign), geography, timeframe, and exclusivity.

  3. I’ll send you licensing terms (pricing tiers), and usage rights options.

These rainforest photographs are also available as fine art prints.

Bigleaf Maple tree draped in moss over a rocky riverbed — Vancouver Island rainforest photography available for editorial and commercial licensing.

Moss-covered limbs of a Bigleaf Maple stretch across a riverbank in the Vancouver Island rainforest — a timeless scene of the Pacific Northwest.

Western Redcedar trees with moss in Vancouver Island temperate rainforest — fine art forest photography available for licensing

Ancient Redcedars tower in the mist, their trunks draped with hanging moss, symbols of rainforest endurance.

Color photograph of exposed tree roots and ferns clinging to a riverbank in the Vancouver Island rainforest.

Roots spilling over the edge, holding fast to earth even as the river pulls away

Moss-covered Western Hemlock and Redcedar canopy in Vancouver Island rainforest — available for editorial and commercial licensing

Looking up into the moss-draped canopy of hemlocks and cedars in a dense stretch of temperate rainforest.

Vancouver Island rainforest with huckleberry and moss-covered Bigleaf Maple branches — nature photography available for licensing

Layers of rainforest vegetation on Vancouver Island, with huckleberry leaves in the foreground and moss-laden Bigleaf Maples in the background.

Western Redcedar tree beside a boardwalk in Vancouver Island’s temperate rainforest — available for editorial and commercial licensing.

A wooden boardwalk winds past massive Western Redcedar trees, their bark furrowed and dark with age.

Western Redcedar stump with moss and ferns growing in Vancouver Island rainforest — editorial and commercial licensing available.

A massive decaying Redcedar stump, now host to moss, ferns, and new growth — the cycle of rainforest life.

Western Hemlock and Redcedar trees with moss-draped branches in Vancouver Island rainforest — fine art forest photography for licensing.

The rainforest canopy of Western Hemlock and Redcedar creates a green cathedral above the boardwalk.

Western Hemlock and Redcedar trees covered in moss in Vancouver Island rainforest — forest imagery for editorial and branding use

oss-laden trunks leaning at wild angles, showing the raw, tangled growth of Vancouver’s coastal rainforest.

Western Redcedar forest on Vancouver Island, draped in moss and ferns — rainforest photography available for licensing.

Towering Western Redcedars rise from a carpet of green understory plants, their trunks textured with age.

Black and white upward photograph of moss-covered branches in the canopy of a Vancouver Island rainforest.

Looking up through the canopy, the branches weave a cathedral of moss

Moss-covered Western Hemlock trunks in Vancouver Island rainforest — temperate forest photography for licensing.

A dense stand of slender Western Hemlocks, each draped in green moss, creates a quiet rhythm in the forest.

Black and white photograph of moss-covered trees and ferns in an old-growth rainforest on Vancouver Island

Branches heavy with moss, bending like arms under the weight of time

Color photograph of moss-covered tree trunks and ferns growing on the forest floor in a Vancouver Island rainforest

Where giants stand, ferns and moss find their own quiet rhythm below

Roots tangled like fingers, gripping the ancient trunk in a slow-motion struggle

Roots tangled like fingers, gripping the ancient trunk in a slow-motion struggle


FINE ART HORSE PHOTOGRAPHY

Was up in the Lake Tahoe area a few weeks ago for a commercial shoot and happened on some incredible weather going over the pass into Nevada on the way to our location. No matter where I go for a client, setting aside time to shoot for myself is always very important. On this particular day there were just a few spare minutes before we started filming, but I made the most of it. This scene was actually adjacent to the set. Not sure when it happened, but I’ve got a thing for horses, and have started turning my camera toward them more and more. Got quite lucky with the birds flying overhead but love the way this frame turned out. If it weren’t for them this frame would be lacking.

Yosemite National Park - Photography

Yosemite Photography - Wall Art

Try all you want, you'll never find a place like Yosemite. Last week was just my second time to the park, and the whole time there, I kept questioning why? It's only a 7 hour drive from San Diego. The trip was great. One of those times where everything seemed to add up. The weather was great.The hikes were amazing, Perfect visibility. And the best part, there were barely any people there at all. We hiked up to Glacier Point one day, which took about 6 hours round trip, and we might have seen 10 people? Note to self: mid-week in the middle of winter is the time to go. Much more to come next week  from the hike up to Glacier Point. Stay tuned. 

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Rob Hammer