The Chapel on the Rock I
by Eric Glaser
Title
The Chapel on the Rock I
Artist
Eric Glaser
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Photograph - Photograph
Description
The Chapel On The Rock I
This image of Saint Catherine of Sienna's Chapel at Camp Saint Malo in Colorado - otherwise known as the "Chapel on the Rock" - was captured on a crystalline-cold December morning. The sun had just risen, and the clouds moved swiftly in the high mountain air following an overnight snowfall. For this photo I used a wide angle lens to better show its sublime setting just east of Rocky Mountain National Park. Over the years, thousands of visitors (including Pope John Paul II, in 1993) have come to enjoy its simplicity and beauty.
To have contemplated such a magnificent scene on that morning, in its ethereal stillness and light, was like touching the very face of God. Not long after I made this photograph, the clouds you see lowered and thickened, transforming the rarified air into an icy fog. It reminded me once again how fleeting - and precious - moments like these really are.
Saint Catherine of Siena Chapel
Saint Malo Retreat Center
Allenspark
Colorado
United States
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August 25th, 2011
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Comments (15)
Griff Griffin
Great description and photo as instilled a desire to visit this place for myself. Excellent work and capture.
Eric Glaser replied:
Hi, Griff. Sorry for the delay in getting back to you, as I really appreciate your comment. Yes, this is a splendid place that I love visiting again and again. My favorite season here is winter. If you can time it right, and see a sunrise following an overnight snowfall, it is sheer magic. I hope you get the chance to see this special place. Thanks again!
Sharon Mau
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Nadine And Bob Johnston
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Juergen Weiss
Excellent capture and composition, ERIC ! GREAT shot ... ! Regards, Juergen
Eric Glaser replied:
Hello Juergen, I am happy you like this photo, thanks for your generous comment!
Alfonso Garcia
Very NIce
Eric Glaser replied:
Hi Alfonso, thanks very much for your comment and for featuring this photo in your group, many thanks!
Colette Hera Guggenheim
I goe to Fairytale land when I see your wonderful photography Eric ,great work..
Eric Glaser replied:
Hi Colette, many thanks for your lovely comment. I'm pleased you like my photo!