The Pap of Glencoe in Winter

The Pap of Glencoe in winter raiment across Loch Leven from Callert Bay.

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About This Image ...

It is rare that snow lies for very long at sea level in the western Scottish Highlands, so I had to wait some considerable time before these exceptional conditions prevailed. After several days of snowfall with complete cloud cover both day and night as heavy showers rolled in from the north-west, the skies finally cleared this January morning to reveal a generous coating of snow on the mountains of the western seaboard.

I have always considered this location on the northern shores of Loch Leven, to be the best viewpoint for this very attractive and instantly recognisable peak. The shape of the loch shore at this point, the background of the mountains of Glencoe, and the shape and location of the tree to frame the composition all work perfectly together. However, the best lighting can only be achieved in mid to late afternoon and at this time of year the opportunities are limited.

I arrived here just as the sun was starting to fall back towards the horizon and the intense light of the middle of the day had begun to lessen. A quick thaw had already begun and much of the snow had melted from loch side trees and other vegetation. However the light was perfect and I ran off a series of images whilst I had the opportunity. Within thirty minutes the light was gone, and thin cloud started to cover the sky as the next frontal system started to move in.

 

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