White Sands National Park

White Sands National Park

This stunning image of the White Sands National Park captures the ethereal beauty of New Mexico's dunes in the soft light of predawn. A large dune curves down from the upper left, filling the foreground with rippling sand. The interplay of light creates a striking contrast: the backside of the sand ripples, bathed in cooler blue tones, while the front sides, facing east, glow with warmer hues. In the background, another dune rises, leading up to a sky that transitions from a pinkish-purple at the horizon to a serene blue higher above. Captured by Andy Cook, this peaceful yet dynamic scene highlights the dramatic landscapes of White Sands at sunrise.
Sand dunes in White Sands National Park, New Mexico.
American Southwest