Nature's Collection

Photographs from around the world and free computer backgrounds. Select a photo collection from above.

when a large mass of lava cools very slowly, it can create column-like fissures during it's cooling. then, over the years, water and ice push the columns apart and the outer pillars topple giving you a scene like this one. there's only a handful of places on earth where conditions were just right for these strange rock formations to form.

Basalt Evening

I came across this friendly creature high in the Andes Mountains. As I began a quick set up for a photo, she came closer and more curious and I couldn't help but notice a seemingly happy expression.

Happy Lama

late spring in the Aleutian Islands

Bear Catching Fish

crown-shaped pinnacle in Colorado

Crown

resident of Indiana wetlands

Turtle

When I first saw these celosia flowers in China, I couldn't resist taking the time to find one with just the right form and available light to capture a couple shots.

Cockscomb Closeup

Cracked Glacier

sunset over the many islands in northwestern Washington

Bay Colours

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