Author Archives: Navin Sarma

The Eastern Sierras, Part 2: The White Mountains

September 17, 2013 by Navin Sarma

Following up on Part 1 from my trip to the Eastern Sierras, my next destination was the White Mountains. The White Mountains are a few miles away from Bishop, California. A desert mountain, the area looks like a gray, barren wasteland, with occasional shrubs and nearly no wildlife except for beetles, marmots, and small birds. […]

Categories: Blog, California, Landscape • Tags: eastern sierra, HDR, Landscape, Landscape Photography, Large Format, nature, Nature Photography, photography, Photoshop, white mountains

Sunset at the Lit Washington Monument

September 16, 2013 by Navin Sarma

Tonight, I hosted another Introduction to Landscape and Nature Photography class in Washington, D.C. This time, at the newly lit Washington Monument. The weather was perfect — mid 70s and high clouds. Everything looked perfect for a brilliant sunset. As the sun dipped below the horizon, the color stayed a muted blue. Right when I […]

Categories: Blog, Washington, D.C. • Tags: Landscape, Large Format Photography, nature, photography, Photography Classes, Sunset, Washington DC, washington monument

The Eastern Sierras, Part 1: Mono Lake

September 6, 2013 by Navin Sarma

In early August, I traveled out west for a good friend’s wedding in San Diego. Given I am rarely on the west coast, I took this trip as an opportunity to explore a region of our country that I hadn’t previously. My first thought was to search for any interesting locations within driving distance of […]

Categories: Blog, California, Landscape • Tags: California, eastern sierra, Fine Art Print, HDR, Inyo National Forest, Landscape Photography, Large Format, milky way, Mono Lake, nature, Nature Photography, Photoshop, sunrise, Washington DC

Summer Sunrise at the Air Force Memorial

August 28, 2013 by Navin Sarma

As I continue to process the images from my Eastern Sierra trip, I wanted to leave you with some other work I have been developing for the past several months. For the past few months, you may have noticed that I have shot and posted many images of the Air Force Memorial, in Arlington, VA. […]

Categories: Blog, Washington, D.C. • Tags: Air Force Memorial, Corporate Art, dramatic, Fine Art, Large Format, photography, poster, Print, sunrise, Washington DC

Preview: The Eastern Sierras

August 23, 2013 by Navin Sarma

Earlier this month, I went on a 4 day lightning tour of the Eastern Sierras, including Mono Lake, the White Mountains, and some small sights in between. As an East Coast city guy, it is always a fantastic and memorable experience to travel out west. Dramatic geologic events of the past still show their mark […]

Categories: Blog, Landscape • Tags: dramatic, eastern sierra, Fine Art, HDR, Landscape, Landscape Photography, Large Format, milky way, nature, night photography, orange, photography, red, surreal, Washington DC

Super Full Moon over the Iwo Jima Memorial

June 23, 2013 by Navin Sarma

Yesterday, I hosted another photography workshop at the Iwo Jima Memorial to witness the Super Full Moon over Washington DC. The Iwo Jima Memorial and Netherlands Carillon are very popular spots to witness moonrises as they both offer eastern exposures and a view over Washington D.C., including the Washington Monument and Jefferson Memorial. When shooting […]

Categories: Blog, Washington, D.C. • Tags: Acrylic, Canvas, Corporate Art, DC, Fine Art, Iwo Jima Memorial, Landscape, Large Format Photography, Photographer, Super Full Moon, Washington DC

Dramatic Storms in Washington DC and the Air Force Memorial

June 14, 2013 by Navin Sarma

Dramatic weather can produce dramatic photography! Over the past few days, we have had some intense weather here in Washington, D.C. Everything from black clouds, huge winds, tornados, and deluges. In many cases, these situations are disasterous to photograph. Water and electronics DO NOT mix! But in certain situations, bad weather can create unique photographic […]

Categories: Blog, Washington, D.C. • Tags: Acrylic, Air Force Memorial, Canvas, Corporate Art, Fine Art, Landscape, Large Format, photography, Print, Sunset, Washington DC

Featured in Landscape Photography Magazine

May 8, 2013 by Navin Sarma

Hi everyone, Just a quick plug that I was featured in the May issue of the online photography magazine, Landscape Photography Magazine. It’s a (paid) monthly publication with inputs from a lot of great artists, including ones I really like: Ian Plant and Guy Tal. Check out the magazine here. Excerpt from the magazine with […]

Categories: Blog • Tags: Art, Corporate Art, Landscape, Landscape Photography, Photographer, Prints, Washington DC

Washington DC Cherry Blossoms in 2013

April 18, 2013 by Navin Sarma

I just finished up my images covering the cherry blossom bloom of 2013 in Washington DC. It was an intense few days of non-stop photographic action! I woke up 4 days last week at the 4am, shot till 7am, edited till 8:30am and worked the rest of the days. It took a lot but I […]

Categories: Blog, Washington, D.C. • Tags: architectural photography, cherry blossom, Corporate Art, corporate photography, Large Format, peak, sunrise, Washington DC

2013 Peak Cherry Blossoms in Washington DC

April 9, 2013 by Navin Sarma

Today I made it down to the Tidal Basin for the Sunrise to see the Cherry Blossoms in peak bloom. 2013 has been a very different year than 2012, when the Cherry Blossoms bloomed on the Tidal basin on March 20. Today, April 9, I would say the blossoms are in full swing! More visits […]

Categories: Blog, Washington, D.C.

Orange and Pink Sunrise at the Tidal Basin

March 25, 2013 by Navin Sarma

Yesterday, I hosted another workshop, with the plan to shoot the Cherry Blossoms on the Tidal Basin. While the Cherry Blossoms at the Tidal Basin have not yet bloomed at all (NPS has shifted their peak Cherry Blossom bloom for Washington D.C. and the Cherry Blossom Festival to 3-6 April), we still got together to […]

Categories: Blog, Washington, D.C. • Tags: cherry blossom festival, cherry blossoms, Corporate Art, DC, high resolution images, images, jefferson memorial, professional art, sunrise, tidal basin, Washington DC, washington monument

Dramatic Clouds at the U.S. Capitol

March 21, 2013 by Navin Sarma

Yesterday, I went scouting at the U.S. Capitol for some shots I plan to take this spring. I was looking for some blooming flowers and after a while of searching, found none. One of the fundamentals of successful photography (in my opinion and that I teach during my workshops), is to come with a plan, […]

Categories: Blog, Washington, D.C. • Tags: Art, Canvas, Corporate Art, DC, High Resolution, Image, photography, Print, U.S. Capitol, Washington, Washington DC

Woven in Water

March 14, 2013 by Navin Sarma

I conducted another Intro to Nature and Landscape Photography course this past Sunday at Great Falls National Park, on the Maryland side.The weather was looking promising, with high clouds in the forecast and a window to the horizon. I was hoping for a colorful burst at sunset, given the recent more muted sunsets I’ve seen […]

Categories: Blog, Landscape, North Amercia, Washington, D.C.

Appreciating the Winter Season

February 20, 2013 by Navin Sarma

Wow, it’s been nearly two full months since my last post. My apologies to any who frequent my blog looking for updates. Unfortunately, my other career has taken most of my time – business trips, training classes, and just a lot to do. It certainly is hard to keep up two “professional” lives and often […]

Categories: Blog, Landscape, North Amercia

Top 10 Shots of 2012

December 30, 2012 by Navin Sarma

Another year, another look back. This year was another one of growth for me. While it has been over 6 years since I picked up my first SLR, I feel like I only began “growth” as a photographic artist in 2010. I have learned so much over the past few years about photographic techniques, artistic […]

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Honeymoon in Bali

December 27, 2012 by Navin Sarma

As this year winds down, I look back on what was one of the busiest and most important times in my life so far. No doubt the biggest thing that happened to me is that I got married to the love of my life! We were able to plan and hold our wedding just 6 […]

Categories: Asia, Blog • Tags: bali, indonesia, Landscape, mountains, ocean, photography, seascape

Autumn Sunrise at Shenandoah National Park

October 25, 2012 by Navin Sarma

I made a quick trip to Shenandoah with my brother in law to catch what remains of the foliage there. The sunrise did not disappoint!:

Categories: Blog, Landscape, North Amercia, Washington, D.C.

Fall at the Washington, D.C. Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool

October 20, 2012 by Navin Sarma

So I’m finally back from tall the wedding festivities and the honeymoon, and it’s back to business! This fall will be all about shooting and teaching landscape photography. This morning I conducted another sunrise Washington DC landscape photography workshop, this time at the National Mall: the Lincoln Memorial, Reflecting Pool, and Washington Monument. I was […]

Categories: Blog, Washington, D.C.

Hawaii Part 1: Rugged & Breathtaking Kauai

August 29, 2012 by Navin Sarma

In June, I ventured to Kauai to celebrate my good friend Andy’s wedding. Back in 2000, Andy left the island and came from across the globe to attend the University of Maryland with me and our college friends. Somehow, I think he mixed up his directions! Who would leave Kauai for Maryland? Certainly not me, after […]

Categories: Blog, Hawaii, Landscape

Going for Gold: Great Falls National Park Golden Pink Sunrise

August 12, 2012 by Navin Sarma

This past Saturday morning, I taught another photo workshop, this time at Great Falls National Park, on the Virginia Side. If you’re interested, contact me or join my meet up group here. After waking up to a couple sprinkles in Washington, D.C., and my workshop participants curious to cancel the class, I had us press forward. As […]

Categories: Blog, Landscape, Washington, D.C.

Lower Senate Park Fountains at the Washington Capitol at Night

July 23, 2012 by Navin Sarma

This past Saturday, I led a photo workshop at the Washington Capitol. It was the third such class I led, and it was a blast. And, I am encouraged that all 10 people who reviewed the class gave it 5/5 stars! I look at teaching as a way to connect with others who are motivated […]

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The Importance of Recognition

July 20, 2012 by Navin Sarma

I struggle with the want to be recognized for my work in photography. I firmly believe one should follow any passion solely for the self. To that end, I am happy creating images that I find appealing and enjoy challenging myself to get better. At times, though, I have felt the urge to have others’ […]

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FotoDC Uncover/Discover

July 19, 2012 by Navin Sarma

I am always looking for some more exposure to show people my work. One of the largest photography presences in the area is FotoDC, a non-profit organization that runs several competitions, including their annual FotoDC International Awards. This year, they’ve come up with a new theme: Uncover/Discover, which aims to identify up-and-comers from the DC […]

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In Memory of Luna

July 15, 2012 by Navin Sarma

Last night, we lost our 6 1/2 year cat, Luna. She was never meant to be a pet and constrained by our ideas of a perfect housecat. Instead, she was a free spirit, simple and pure in her curiosity of life and her cautious affinity for our family. She was beautiful, as you can see […]

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Preview: Heavenly Hawaii

July 13, 2012 by Navin Sarma

So I finally got the will to begin on the trough of images from my two week trip to Kauai and Maui. The “will” had a lot to do with finally upgrading my MacBook Pro to 16 gigs of RAM. Photoshop was just BARELY working for me over the past several weeks with only 4 […]

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Through the Deluge: Great Falls National Park

May 31, 2012 by Navin Sarma

This past Wednesday, we had a fierce thunderstorm come through the area. I’ve been wanting to capture some lightning over Great Falls, and thought it to be a good opportunity. I came pretty well equipped, with my rain coat and pants, umbrella, and waterproof flashlight, but none really did anything to cope with what I […]

Categories: Blog, North Amercia, Wildlife

Calm Like the Sea: Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

May 15, 2012 by Navin Sarma

Last week, I went on a trip for one of my best friend’s weddings in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. With only a few days worth of time down there, I knew I had little chance to venture out of the resort area to take pictures. I had thoughts (read: dreams) of going to the nearby […]

Categories: Blog, Caribbean

DC Engagement Shots: Laura & Tony

May 3, 2012 by Navin Sarma

Hi everyone, As you may know, I continue to shoot portraits and engagements by commission, though I normally brand myself as a landscape photographer. Here is a set of images of my friends Tony and Laura, from their Washington DC engagement session on the National Mall, with the Lincoln and Washington Memorials. Enjoy!! [image_frame align=”left” […]

Categories: Blog, Portrait, Washington, D.C.

Beauty in Detail: Great Falls National Park

May 2, 2012 by Navin Sarma

Being a photographer has changed the way I walk through life. Slowly but surely, I find myself being more observant of my surroundings and more appreciative of the subtle beauty of the Earth. A favorite place of mine to visit in the DC area is Great Falls. Of course, Great Falls National Park offers sweeping […]

Categories: Blog, North Amercia, Washington, D.C.

3 Years Ago Today – Lightning over Washington DC

April 25, 2012 by Navin Sarma

3 years ago today, I shot a series of images that cemented my interest in photography. Before this time, I had been dabbling here and there, but I was amazed at the power of photography and my emotional response after I captured lightning over the city. Mind you, I still had very little idea of […]

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2012 DC Cherry Blossoms in Full Bloom

March 21, 2012 by Navin Sarma

The cherry blossoms of Washington DC and the Tidal Basin are in full swing and bloom, arriving several days ahead of schedule. As of today, only the 2nd day of the 100 Anniversary of the Cherry Blossoms and Cherry Blossom Festival, the flowers have peaked and will only last a few more days! As I […]

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2012 100th Anniversary Cherry Blossom Festival DC and FotoDC Contest

March 6, 2012 by Navin Sarma

Hi everyone, So if you have been following my stream, you will have noted that I’ve been promoting my cherry blossom sunrise image of the Washington Monument on the Tidal Basin for the 100th Anniversary Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington DC: I’ve been sharing the image to gather excitement for the upcoming 2012 Washington DC […]

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Blackwater Falls State Park in Autumn

February 6, 2012 by Navin Sarma

Over the past few months, I’ve been posting photos from my autumn trip to Blackwater State Park, in West Virginia, just three hours outside of Washington D.C. The park is an absolute gem of natural beauty. It features dramatic mountains of sandstone, thrusted upwards during the creation of Pangea and slowly eroding over time. The […]

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High Resolution Wallpapers for 2012

January 3, 2012 by Navin Sarma

While compiling my best shots of 2011, I zipped up a batch of wallpapers for you to use on your iPhone, Android, iPad, laptop or PC. These wallpapers are high-red (1600 x 900) and are extremely detailed. Androids crop photos when making them wallpaper (a bit annoyingly, I might add), but these images remain sharp. […]

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Best Shots of 2011

January 2, 2012 by Navin Sarma

Happy new year! The new year is a good time to reflect on the year past and think about what’s next. As humans, I feel we strive to create, develop, and complete projects. Completed projects are accomplishments we carry around as gems in our heart, fulfilling our aspirations as free-willed beings. Since we view years […]

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On Artistry and Work

December 20, 2011 by Navin Sarma

So this here is a post, in part because I never post enough, and in part because there are several thoughts I have on my experiences thus far with photography that I have rarely shared. First, I’ll digress a bit to reiterate that I have not been diligent in posting to this blog! In part, […]

Categories: Blog, Technique

Ces’t Jolie!

November 8, 2011 by Navin Sarma

I recently did a shoot for Pallavi Sharma, founder of Ces’t Jolie Makeup Artistry, a makeup service based in the D.C. area. While I don’t regularly do beauty shoots, photography is photography and I had a blast working with Pallavi and her models in the Carriage House Studio in Washington, D.C. Studio photography is a […]

Categories: Blog, Commercial

Road to Blackwater Falls

October 14, 2011 by Navin Sarma

This week, I spent two nights in Blackwater Falls State Park in West Virginia. Words cannot describe how beautiful that landscape is! I never knew it existed before, before a friend and fellow photographer clued me in on West Virginia as an option for the fall. I’ll go into many details about the park itself, […]

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A Summer at Great Falls National Park

October 9, 2011 by Navin Sarma

The past few months, I’ve concentrated my efforts on capturing Great Falls National Park. It’s simply the most beautiful and majestic natural wonder in the DC area. It surprised me (and continues to surprise those I meet) that such a sight can be seen just 10 miles outside the Nation’s Capital. If you live in […]

Categories: Blog, Landscape, North Amercia

Welcome to Fall!

September 25, 2011 by Navin Sarma

By now we’re a few days into the Fall season of 2011. While Fall can be a somber time for folks (the end of summer and possibly vacations, shorter days, cold weather, the harkening of an ending year), it is probably my favorite season. The two reasons I think that is so is because the […]

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