Ripples of Light Across White Sands
Morning light sparkles across wind-carved ripples in the gypsum sand of White Sands National Park. Smooth white dunes and scattered desert plants stretch toward the rugged San Andres Mountains, creating layers of texture beneath the clear blue New Mexico sky.
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Photographer
James Engel
Date & Time
Saturday, March 28th, 2026 at 9:21 AM America/Denver
Focal Length
24mm
Shutter Speed
1/400 sec
Aperture
ƒ/11
ISO
64
Keywords
Desert Landscape, Fine Art Photography, Hiking Trail, Landscapes & Nature, National Park, Photography Effects, Photography Genres, Photography Techniques, Scenic Vista
Camera
Nikon D850
Approximate Map Location
Latitude: 32.821022
Longitude: -106.274544
Altitude: 1,186.0 meters / 3,891.1 feet
Longitude: -106.274544
Altitude: 1,186.0 meters / 3,891.1 feet