The beauty of Elfin Lakes in the autumn. The colors are subtle yet brilliant.

The Black Tusk gets an overdone Ansel Adms treatment by yours truly.

It sure was hazy today. Still Gibsons looks nice from above.

Another brilliant sunset on the Coast. This one was accentuated by the smoke from the Burns Bog fire.

Summer draws to an end and the colors of the field shift from green to gold. I love the magical feeling of early autumn.

Sunset on the Coast is always a magical time. This one was especially nice with the blue sky complimenting the golden clouds quite nicely.

Another picture of Brandywine Meadows. The first touch of Autumn turns the alpine flora a delicate green gold.

Sunlight on the peaks, while the valley is in shadow.

The dancing waters of mountain streams seem to call you further into the alpine wonderland.

The Sea Stacks on the West Coast Trail were amazing. This was one of my favourites. Note the ever present fog!!

Isn't fog beautiful. It does amazing things to sunlight. Complex scenes become simple and almost zen like in their meditative quality.

The ferry ride after the trail was equally spectacular. This view of the sunset was taken just before the ferry docked, ending an amazing trip!!

The sun did emerge briefly from the fog on the trail. When it did we took full advantage.

Tidal life was also abundant. Some areas are just bursting with starfish, urchins and anemones.

Tsusiat falls is a popular spot with campers and seagulls both, although neither is visible in this shot.

One more ladder shot.....these became very fun over time.

Sea stacks in the fog. A common sight on the trail but still spectacular none the less.

Ah, more rainforest, in the fog no less.

Walking into the mist.

These sea caves looked like a likely lair for pirates...except when the tide comes in.

Sea lions seem to have a great life. They just lounge around all day and enjoy the passing time. Of course it probably isn't like that at all but its my picture...

Ah the West Coast Trail. Ladders and more ladders. This one was at the beginning of the trail. What fun.

A half moon over Halfmoon Bay. Kind of poetic I think.

Ah whiskey jacks those loveable pirates of the alpine. This guy was intent on getting some of our food. He succeeded.

A gnarled and twisted fir tree from the top of Hollyburn Mt. It is amazing what wind and snow can do.

Everyone loves sunflowers. This one is the third in a series of watercolors I did last fall.
For those of you who asked here is a link to my paintings, just scroll down.
http://coastalview.blogspot.com/2004_11_01_coastalview_archive.html

The first painting I have posted on this site in a while. This is the first acrylic I have done in a while as well. It is the first in a series of semi abstract nature pieces I have planned. Stay tuned....

This shot captures the quintessential BC mountainscape. From the snowfields to the deep blue lake and distant glacier cloaked peaks, its all here.

The alpine meadows at Helm Creek were bursting with wildflowers, lupins, heather, anemones and many more.

The trail up to Panorama Ridge. Lots of snow and blue sky.

Fading light on the FitzSimmons Range. Its amazing I was ale to hold this one steady as I was getting eaten by the bloodthirsty hordes of mosquitos!

A more complete view of Garibaldi Lake in all its cobalt glory.

The crystal blue waters of Garibaldi Lake as seen from Panorama Ridge.

Sunset at Black Tusk, a different view from Helm creek campground

Ah yes another Rainforest picture. Less than a month till the West Coast Trail

The beauty of a sunrise reflected in the waters of Howe sound. Sunrises this nice have been rare this year.

The Murtle River Canyon as it merges with the Clearwater.

The Trophy Mountain meadows. We were surprised not to see any grizzlies since they find the bulbs of the glacier lillies very appetizing.

One more of Helmecken falls, this was taken at sunset. Note the delicate rainbow to the right of the falls.

Teenagers look the same regardless of species. This grizzly is moody, slouching and looking for a pizza!!

Helmecken falls. Misty, dramatic and a 140 meter plunge...can you say vertigo.

Well I'm back online and its time to make up for lost ground. Here is a picture of the emerald waters of Joffre Lake.

The cornflowers are blooming!!!

The pink carpet of fallen cherry blossoms is the only type of snow we on the west coast enjoy.

Springtime and the rhododendron trees are in bloom. One thing I am going to miss about this house is the beautiful garden. Oh well, c'est la vie.

A caramel colored sunset in the Creek.....yum!!

We found this stellar's jay perched on a ledge by our front door. He couldn't fly, the wildlife rehab people said he was probably hit by a car. Unfortunately he died at the wildlife rehab center, probably from shock.

Don't know what flower this is but it sure is pretty.

Another fine day at the beach. The tide was way out yesterday and the samdbars looked pristine.

Ah the first forest flowers of spring. Flowering currants add a spash of red to an otherwise brown and green landscape.