About This Image
Location: San Juan Mountains, CO
I’ve visited this valley many times over the years—always during fall, always hoping to time it just right. But somehow, the scene never quite lined up. The color would still be turning, or the wildlife would already have passed through. I began to wonder if I’d ever catch this place at its peak.
But nature doesn’t always follow a schedule. Sometimes, it surprises you in ways you couldn’t plan for.
On this particular visit, the aspens were beginning to shift, painting the forest with patches of gold. It still felt early. Quiet. I wasn’t expecting much. But then, I heard it—a haunting, echoing bugle from a nearby ridge. A bull elk, calling out into the crisp air.
It was late for the rut. Most had already played their part in the mountain symphony. But this one wasn’t done yet.
I moved quietly, tucked myself into the trees, and waited.
A few moments later, another bugle rang out—this time behind me. It was closer, stronger, more urgent. And then, as if summoned by the story unfolding in the wind, he emerged.
He strode confidently into the valley, his voice rising once more in challenge to any rival who might be near. His call echoed through the mountains—powerful, ancient, and wild.
This image, Mountain Song, captures that moment—the stillness of the land, the rising light, and the voice of the wild echoing through the golden forest. A reminder that sometimes, the best moments come not when you plan them, but when you listen and wait.
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Unframed Prints
• Produced in 2–4 business days
• Ships flat or rolled depending on size
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When you collect a piece from Riley Clark Fine Art, you're not buying mass-produced décor or gallery-inflated prints. You're getting something real—photographic art created from actual moments I've experienced in the wild.
Every image was captured with intention, often after long hikes, early mornings, or chance encounters with nature's beauty. And because I sell directly to you, there's no middleman markup—just high-quality fine art, thoughtfully printed and personally shared.
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Testimonials
But beautiful scenery and colors in this print. I will have it hanging in my home for years to come. It allows me a mini-vacation gazing on this print!
Karen H.
Riley was very easy to work with and very accommodating to all of our questions and requests. We get a lot of compliments on our beautiful, one of a kind piece of art and are proud to display such a timeless image with his name on it.
Shelby C.
Every time I walk past one of his pieces, I feel transported to another place. It's pure magic
