Foothills/Mountains by Jaime Beechum, a photographer based in California, is a series of images that take place in the great outdoors. Whether camping or cottaging, it captures stunning scenes that not only focus on nature, but a person's interaction with his/her natural surroundings. Whether that means taking a dip in the lake, heading out for a snowshoeing adventure or simply revelling in its beauty with a few friends, the photo series will inspire people to get out of the city for at least a weekend.
The intimate scenes making up Foothills/Mountains by Jaime Beechum is a welcome reprieve from the loud images often associated with city life. A beautiful mix of portrait and landscape images, the photo series shows that intimacy in the great outdoors can mean more than one thing.
Into the Wild Photography
Foothills/Mountains by Jaime Beechum Captures the Great Outdoors
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