#AmericanSouthwest

[zachbradleyphotography]

In love with the sadness I somehow enjoy

Atolia, California

[the-mindful-traveler]

Discovering the Beauty of Deserts: Exploring the Wonders of Arid Landscapes

Deserts are often associated with barren and lifeless landscapes, but in reality, they are some of the most diverse and beautiful regions on Earth. From sand dunes to canyons, deserts offer a unique and breathtaking experience for those who venture into them. In this post, we'll explore the beauty of deserts and provide tips for exploring these amazing regions.

Start with the classics: The deserts of the American Southwest, such as the Grand Canyon and Joshua Tree National Park, offer a great introduction to the beauty and diversity of desert landscapes.

Explore lesser-known areas: Deserts cover about one-third of the Earth's surface, and there are many lesser-known regions that offer a unique and breathtaking experience. Examples include the Namib Desert in Africa, the Atacama Desert in South America, and the Gobi Desert in Asia.

Plan for extreme temperatures: Deserts can be extremely hot during the day and very cold at night. Plan accordingly and bring plenty of water and sunscreen to avoid dehydration and sunburn.

Take a guided tour: Guided tours offer a chance to learn about the history and ecology of the desert, as well as explore hard-to-reach areas. Many guided tours also provide off-road vehicles or camels to help navigate the terrain.

Enjoy the stars: The desert offers some of the best stargazing opportunities in the world. Bring a telescope or simply lie on a blanket to marvel at the vast expanse of the night sky.

Respect the environment: The desert environment is fragile, and it's important to respect it. Avoid disturbing wildlife and follow responsible camping and hiking practices to minimize your impact on the environment.

Deserts offer a unique and unforgettable experience for travelers who seek adventure, natural beauty, and cultural immersion. By following these tips, you can discover the wonders of this amazing region.

[nateaz]

#MadridNewMexico - Along the #TurquoiseTrail between #SantaFe and #Albuquerque. Old forlorn boarded up historic houses and structures are 'a thing' in the #LandOfEnchantment and it's what gives the one-of-kind state its total charm. The heritage and pop culture of the vintage #AmericanSouthwest is quickly being retired by the likes of post-modern greed, social media nonsense, and the bullshit land developers that keep grabbing every piece of land they can and morphing it into cookie cut HOAs. The American Dream was an illusion to line the pockets of cheap western profiteers. That's what this whole monstrosity of a system was designed to do. The United States is still the same colonial-imperial feudal system that old Europe was, folks! Don't let the politicians and their land grabbing convince you otherwise... (at Madrid, New Mexico) https://www.instagram.com/p/CnAOErYPdJ2/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[dailyfont-com]

Desert Garden is a collection of handmade fonts inspired by the American desert, Mexican border, and old west charm, with a modern twist and multilingual support.

Link: https://l.dailyfont.com/yGgKg

[coffeenuts]

[nisiverum]

The great American classic. #ontheroadagain #icantwaittobeontheroadagain • • #roadtrip #roadtriplovers #fallfoliage #fallcolors #foliagequest #foliageroadtrip #yellowleaves #getoutside #explore #exploremore #americansouthwest #letsgo #getinthecar #utah #exploreutah #saltlakecity #idaho? Idunno #navada #surreal #likeapainting #unrealbeauty #visualpoetry #natureisbeautiful #natureisart #stunningviews #enjoyoutdoors #photoorpainting (at Utah) https://www.instagram.com/p/CprDmovrsTK/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[vivacwinery]

Want to explore the incredible wines of the Southwest?!? Ck out @jessicandupuy and he amazing book. It’s a must have for every wine lover! #wine #nmtrue #americansouthwest https://www.instagram.com/p/CpNuv-6LzPM/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[namorailecec]

Caracara nest in a saguaro

[conexaoamerica]

Monument Valley 🌵🌞

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➢ Credit 👉🏆📸 @roy.coffee83

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➢ Alliance @america_states @enjoy_la_ @latinbrazil

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#conexaoamerica

#monumentvalley #arizonaisgorgous #explorearizona #hikeaz #arizona_landscapes #visitarizona #ig_arizona #see_arizona #arizonaphotographer #weroamarizona #azfamily #arizonaadventures #arizonasky  #monumentvalleynavajotribalpark  #national_park_photography #nationalparkgeek #nationalparkphotography #americansouthwest #visittheusa #nationalparklife #goparks #roadtripusa  #usaroadtrip #teampixel #amongthewild #nationalparkspartnership #igsouthwest #westbysouthwest #americanroadtrip

[masacanopies]

MASA is canopy and sun control excellence nationwide! #arizona #grandcanyonstate #americansouthwest

[tynatunis]

@marcelom67mendonca Aaron Morse (b. 1974), Cloud World (Shepherd with Wildflowers), 2016 @aaronmorse74 Regram @marcelom67mendonca #aaronmorse #americanartist #tucsonarizona #contemporaryart #geography #history #mythology #about #americansouthwest #advertising #collage #comic #19thcentury #cloudscape #americancolonialhistory #ecology #cloudworld #shepherd #wildflowers #acrylic #oiloncanvas 48″ x 38″ https://www.instagram.com/p/CiF2FG_DIqB/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[reminvestigations]

2nd floor nurse's station of the Phelps Dodge Hospital, where we captured one of our clearest disembodied voices yet. Did you hear it? Who do you think it was? https://youtu.be/8R52OcsLUtc #paranormalinvestigating #paranormalinvestigator #paranormal #decay #decay_nation #urbanex #lostplaces #abandoned #abandonedplaces #dailypost #postoftheday #insta #photography #desertphotography #americansouthwest #lost #ghosthunter #ghost #haunted #creepy #hauntedhouse #ajo #arizona #southwest #stilllife #dailypost #igers #hospital (at Ajo, Arizona) https://www.instagram.com/p/CDJ9dDalMmv/?utm_medium=tumblr

[jaybaileyart]

Red rocked canyons to rival the crimson skies. . I’m walking away from this one for a few days. Once I return it might tell me if it’s finished. If I’m lucky and the muse whispers in my direction. . #jaybailey #oilpainting #painting #fineart #art #kunst #landscape #landscapepainting #moodylandscape #expressivelandscape #psychedeliclandscape #expressionism #abstractart #contemporyaryart #americansouthwest #desert https://www.instagram.com/p/COv-JuJHBok/?igshid=avoznjdahriz

[nateaz]

From when I spent time with Libertarian UFO Enthusiast, friend & fellow collegue, #JoeBuchman out at #Area51 and we traveled together in his #Roadtrek to #AlienCon in Los Angeles just before the pandemic hit! . I plan on sharing more #UFOContent in this feed because it's a topic that truly fascinates me, and is a core of folklore for the #AmericanSouthwest. I have an expensive library of #UFOPeople and their #AlienPortraits that I need to start exhibiting! (at Area 51 Nevada Desert) https://www.instagram.com/p/Ci5e796JNLF/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[coffeenuts]

The Symphony Horn by D Breezy - davidthompsonphotography.com https://flic.kr/p/RdaDkL

[nisiverum]

From the top of Angel’s Landing to the bottom of the narrows 😍😍😍 PSA! BRING WATER-SAFE, CLOSE-TOED HIKING SHOES OR RENT SOME FROM THE SHOP AT THE PARK!!! Do not try and do this barefoot, hashtag instant regret hashtag instant injury. 😬 also if you’re short, be prepared to get your butt wet and be sure to pack extra underoos, pants, socks, and shoes to change into. Nobody likes a soggy bottom. 😂 • • #roadtrip #roadtriplovers #fallfoliage #fallcolors #foliagequest #foliageroadtrip #zion #zionnationalpark #thenarrows #getoutside #explore #exploremore #americansouthwest #letsgo #getinthecar #utah #exploreutah #thenarrowshike #americasnationalparks #nationalpark #surrealviews #likeapainting #unrealbeauty #visualpoetry #natureisbeautiful #natureisart #stunningviews #enjoyoutdoors (at The Narrows, Zion National Park) https://www.instagram.com/p/CpIozQ0Pff2/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=