Flowing Through Time in Shades of Orange

When you visit Lower Antelope Canyon located on Navajo Tribal Lands near Page, Arizona you are transported to a world of light, shadow, colors,... more

by Greta Foose

Title

Flowing Through Time in Shades of Orange

Artist

Greta Foose

Medium

Photograph - Photography

Description

When you visit Lower Antelope Canyon located on Navajo Tribal Lands near Page, Arizona you are transported to a world of light, shadow, colors, shapes, textures that don't exist anywhere else. It is a magical journey to be sure.

Navajo tradition holds that the canyon was formed by the actions of the Holy People, who created the unique rock formations, the narrow passageways, and the light beams that filter throughout the canyon. The Navajo believe that Antelope Canyon was created as a way of connecting with nature and the spirit world. They believe that the canyon is a place where the spirit world and the physical world intersect, and where the balance of natural forces can be felt. The Navajo people also believe that the canyon is a place of great power, and that it is necessary to approach it with respect and humility.

In scientific terms, the canyon was formed by the erosion of Navajo Sandstone due to flash flooding and other sub-aerial processes. Rainwater, especially during monsoon season, runs into the extensive basin above the slot canyon sections, picking up speed and sand as it rushes into the narrow passageways. The results are nothing less than spectacular.

Featured by the following FAA groups:

“Beauty of Arizona” 11/28/22
“Vertical Images” 12/06/22
"Nature's Patterns Updated" 02/04/23
"Orange Euphoria" 02/225/24

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November 14th, 2022