Description:

Printed on Hahnemühle Baryta pigment-based paper, however, work can be produced in different fine art media, frames and sizes; use the contact link at the web page to enquire about options. Production will take between 5-8 working days before print is collected by the courier.

Story:

While exploring Portugal near Manteigas, I set out to find a waterfall ominously named Poço do Inferno—"Well of Hell." On the way from Monsanto, a sign in the small town of Verdelhos pointed toward it. Intrigued, I followed the trail... which quickly turned from pavement to gravel, and then to slick clay. With rain-slicked roads and no 4x4, driving became risky. The path wasn’t even on Google Maps. Unsure how far we were, we turned back.

Later, after refueling (ourselves, not the car) in Manteigas, I asked again for directions. This time, a proper road took us up the other side of the mountain. Clouds rolled in, and I worried the view would vanish. But luck was on my side—when we arrived, the clouds hung high, casting a soft, even light across the scene.

I shot this photo on 400 ISO color negative film, which gave it that dreamy, pastel look. Sometimes, the “Well of Hell” leads you somewhere unexpectedly beautiful.