Photograph of the week: Canyonlands, Mesa Arch, Utah, USA

They say that Moab, Utah is the adventure capital of the American Southwest. It is easy to understand why. The never-ending opportunities of outdoor activities; mountain biking, hiking, mountaineering, rafting, kayaking, and sky-diving, are the tip of the proverbial iceberg as far as activities go. The scenery is magical, and not one, but two breathtaking, national parks are within an easy driving distance.

Early summer presented a unique opportunity to see some of the country’s most beautiful national parks, practically empty. Those who were able to capitalize on the virtually crowd-less parks were rewarded with a chance to photograph the most popular and photogenic landmarks, without tourists wandering into their frames. A photographic luxury, indeed.

Canyonlands and Arches are each renowned for their spectacular landscapes and vistas. Enormous rock formations, arches, canyons, and million years old mesas rich in red desert hues are just the…