Summer in Moab: Chasing Monsoons, Dramatic Skies, and Milky Way Magic

June 16, 2026 Bret Edge

This is exactly the kind of magic you can capture when you chase summer monsoons in Moab. As a powerful afternoon thunderstorm begins to break up, the trailing edge of the storm catches the warm golden hour light, casting a dramatic glow over this towering red rock hoodoo and the sweeping desert valley below.

Think summer in Moab is just about surviving the heat? Think again. From dramatic afternoon monsoon storms that trigger ephemeral waterfalls and perfect pothole reflections to pristine dark skies built for Milky Way astrophotography, summer is secretly one of the most rewarding seasons for landscape photographers. Discover our top composition tips, favorite hidden viewpoints, and essential desert safety guide to capturing Moab’s most dynamic season.

The One That Almost Got Away: The Case For Not Deleting Images in the Field

May 26, 2026 Bret Edge

A dramatic, high-contrast black and white photograph of a lone, twisted Utah juniper tree on the dirt rim at Dead Horse Point State Park near Moab, Utah, set against a wide sky with wispy clouds. — Finding strength in the contours. This black and white landscape captures the dramatic form of a wind-swept juniper tree holding its ground against an expansive sky.

I stood on the rim of Dead Horse Point, looked at the LCD screen, and almost hit delete. Here is the story of "Twisted, Not Broken"—a single exposure that reminded me why the worst place to edit your photos is out in the field.

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