Adonis Lupine on the Hillcrest
Soft light reveals a hillcrest densely covered with lacy phacelia, Bentham lupines, coreopsis and California poppies. A mature Adonis lupine anchors the foreground while fine sedimentary lines trace the contours of the hillside, adding another layer of texture and history to the flower-covered landscape.
Coming across this scene produced one of those rare moments of complete astonishment—whether from the altitude, the lack of oxygen, or the beauty of the hillside itself.
Ideal light fell across a hillcrest filled with lacy phacelia. Take note of the fine lines etched across the hill, revealing ancient sedimentary layers formed as the Gorman landscape evolved over millions of years. Bentham lupines, coreopsis and California poppies fill the middle distance while a grand old Adonis lupine anchors the foreground.