Merced River Black and White Wall Art – Yosemite’s Still Waters

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STILLNESS AND STRENGTH IN THE YOSEMITE VALLEY

This Merced River black and white wall art was taken during a peaceful morning in Yosemite Valley. The river, always moving yet deeply still, mirrors the trees and granite cliffs that rise around it. Here, the drama is subtle. The story is told in contrast, reflection, and space.

I chose black and white for this piece because color would have distracted from the texture and emotion of the scene. With the granite cliff catching light and the soft reflections beneath it, the image becomes less about spectacle and more about presence.

Luckily, my perseverance usually comes through, and I often find myself on the side of a hill or traveling back roads in search of the image I want to create. It’s those days when I realize that my gratitude is higher than my expectations, are really good days.

This image is about quiet beauty—the kind that asks you to slow down, breathe, and simply be. It’s a tribute to Yosemite’s quieter side, where power lies not in motion, but in stillness.

🖼️ Why Collect This Merced River Black and White Wall Art?

• 🏞️ Peaceful River Scene: Captures the reflective calm of the Merced in Yosemite

• 🎞️ Emotive Monochrome: Highlights texture, reflection, and mood

• 🌲 Iconic Yosemite View: A timeless composition between river and granite

• 📷 Created by a Veteran Artist: Shot by Roger Elliott, a fine art photographer and retired U.S. Coast Guard Chief