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Base Jumping, Landscape Photography, Norway, photography, Reinheimen National Park, Troll Peaks, Troll Wall
On the train from Åndalsnes to Trondheim
The beauty of Reinheimen National Park in Norway is overwhelming. Attempting to capture it in photographs is almost as pointless as trying to capture the experience of standing at the rim of the Grand Canyon and looking out over the expanse. So of course I had to try. Over and over and over!
This rock formation includes the famous Trollveggen (immediately out of frame on the right), the tallest vertical rock face in Europe. The lip at the top of the wall actually extends 160 ft. beyond the base, making it both an awe-inspiring sight and a magnet for base jumpers and other thrill seekers. This picture gives a different perspective of the scene—one I am sure I will never see.
Plush Overground 
That guy is crazy! I love the perspective you’ve given here. And what you say about not being able to capture the experience of viewing the scene is every photographer’s challenge and thorn.
Isn’t that the truth… on both counts! 🙂 The joy, of course, is taking shot after shot, going back to see what you’ve captured, and discovering the one or two images that tell the story and make you feel like you’re back in the moment. That’s the feeling I’m always after.
Excellent capture!
Reblogged this on Sykose and commented:
Magnificent
i always enjoy looking at stuff like that! even when i’ve just been up in something similar (edge of w. Colo’s Grand Mesa)
My favorite place to base jump:-) And one of the most magical places on earth:-)