I hiked about 7 km and 1100 m of elevation gain in the hot sun, carrying a backpack weighing about 17 kg. It was very windy, and I was completely exposed to the elements. I stayed at the top for around three hours waiting for the perfect shot as the clouds moved quickly. These conditions allowed me to take many different compositions. After sunset, I made my way down the mountain with my headlamp all the way down.

Peaky Peaky

"Hiding Midi" 
 
Locate in the French Alps, a trail located in Chamonix, with a distance of 7 kilometers and a challenging elevation gain of 1200 meters under the scorching sun, all while carrying a 17kg backpack. The strong winds added to the difficulty, leaving me constantly exposed. Once I reached the location I had pinpointed on the map, I waited until the peaks were enveloped by dramatic clouds swirling like a tempest, casting an epic and awe-inspiring silhouette against the horizon.

Hiding Midi

Mighty Aoraki

Ultimate Tassy

Dreamy Ice

Moddy Falls

The thrill of hiking in the rain captivates me because it creates such an epic, moody atmosphere. You never know what you'll encounter; sometimes the view is shrouded in mystery, and other times you're greeted with breathtaking surprises. On that day, it definitely paid off.

Posettes

Standing on a rock, enveloped in the rhythm of nature while the river murmuring its ancient secrets nearby, I felt a profound connection. Breathing deeply under the rain in this sacred place, my heart raced with pure exhilaration. It was a deeply serene moment that reminded me: life, like the weather, is unpredictable and beautifully chaotic in its own way.

Moody Cirque

One morning, with a heart full of anticipation, I decided to pack my gear and head up into the mountains for an overnight trip. The moment I found my spot, I eagerly set up my tent, ate a simple meal, and settled in for an early night of sleep, excited for the adventures that awaited me. 
 
At the crack of dawn, around 4am, I woke up, packed everything with quiet determination, and resumed my hike. As I wandered, searching for something special, I stumbled upon a breathtaking patch of flowers. Instantly captivated, I knew I had to abandon my original plan for this mesmerizing scene. The first light of sunrise gently caressed the petals, making them glow with an almost magical beauty. I stood there, in awe, feeling a deep connection to the serene and enchanting moment. 
 
Location: Chamonix Mont-Blanc, France

Dreamy Morning

While exploring various trails around Chamonix in search of rare compositions, I stumbled upon a small branch on the side of the path as I was heading back. It caught my eye, and I was spellbound by the breathtaking view of the two majestic mountains flanking the Glacier d'Argentière.

Glacier Argentière

On a long hiking day around Chamonix, eagerly exploring and seeking out unique and rare compositions, this view instantly captivated me with its lush. The sunset light painting Mont-Blanc and l’Aiguille du Midi in warm, golden hues was simply breathtaking, filling me with awe and joy.

Aiguillettes

A magical light in Mt-Cook National Park. This image was taken at sunrise on a foggy and misty morning

Living in The Haze

Golden Haze

View on Mt-Sefton (Mt-Cook National Park) on a sunrise hike after spending days waiting for the rain to stop and the snow to start. The first light is hitting the peak just before the clouds and fog cover the area. It was a short window to get this capture.

Colored by Sunrise

A fresh snowfall just dropped before sunset close to lake Pukaki, the last light popped out from the cloud and illuminated the place.

First Snow

View on a mountain range after a fresh snow jin Wanaka. It was cold, and very windy before the last light of the day set below these big clouds.

Higher

"Fiordrest": for Forest of the Fiord. 
 
Wild, savage, moody, foggy, unique, name it... There is no such place like this one! Nothing can beat the feeling of being surrounded by the wilderness 
 
I captured this beauty in Doubtful Sound (New Zealand)

fiordrest

“The Call Of The Mountains”

Highlighting different peaks captured from sunrise to sunset with haze, clouds, mist and under wind gusts that reach 90km/h.

Nature is so powerful and the weather changes drastically in the mountains.
This series takes you straight to New Zealand and shows you a different perspective and view of the mountains.

Jamil Slim Fine Art Gallery