Along the River Road Big Bend creating shallow bends where exposed

creating shallow bends where exposed roots grip rock and gravel along the water’s edge

and with intention

unplanned stop while traveling back toward Texas

catching what remains of the warmth while the river settles into shadow

Along the River Road Big Bend creating shallow bends where exposedBig Bend, Texas This photograph was made at first light along River Road, FM 170, the narrow stretch of pavement that follows the Rio Grande between Terlingua and Presidio through the heart of the Big Bend region. A short but steep hike climbs quickly above the road, ending in sudden drop offs into the canyon below. Working from the edge, I carefully positioned the tripod beyond the rock face, holding it steady while aligning the rising sun through