Painted Desert 2 by Dmitry Pasikhov Photography

Little Painted Desert State Park

This image shows a vivid, abstract aerial-style landscape.

At the center, a cone-shaped formation glows in fiery orange, gradually fading into lighter tones of white and blue. From this peak, streaks of color radiate outward, almost like molten streams or eroded channels. The surrounding terrain is textured with deep grooves and folds, rendered in contrasting hues of indigo, gold, and brown.

The interplay of colors — orange, white, blue, and dark shadows — gives the scene an almost otherworldly appearance. It could represent a natural geological feature such as a volcanic cone, mineral deposit, or badlands erosion, captured in dramatic lighting that highlights its textures and forms.

Overall, it feels like a blend of fine art and geology, resembling a painting but rooted in natural patterns.

About the Artist:

Dmitry Pasikhov is a Lanscape Photographer based in Southwest, whose work captures both the grandeur and intimacy of nature.

Artistic Style

His photography demonstrates an exceptional ability to balance light, texture, and perspective. From the glowing red rock formations of the desert, to the surreal badlands seen from the air, to icy wilderness at dawn, his work highlights the drama and serenity of the natural world. Each image carries a painterly quality—whether through fiery sunsets, crystalline frost details, or mirrored reflections on still lakes.

Critical Acclaim

Critics and audiences alike recognize him for his eye for composition and storytelling. His photographs don’t just document landscapes; they evoke emotion, often capturing fleeting moments of light—sunrise flares, golden reflections, or the delicate sparkle of ice—that transform familiar terrains into something timeless and transcendent.

Awards and Recognition

As an award-winning photographer, his work has been featured in galleries, competitions, and publications where it has been praised for technical mastery and artistic vision. The acclaim often centers on how his imagery bridges documentary precision with fine-art expression, making his portfolio both visually stunning and deeply evocative.

Overall Impression

He is not just a recorder of landscapes, but a storyteller of nature’s spirit—a photographer whose lens reveals the silence, power, and poetry of the world’s most extraordinary places.