New Hampshire Foliage Photographs | Jim Salge

ABOUT FEATURED PHOTOGRAPHER JIM SALGE

Jim has a deep-rooted appreciation for wild spaces, which has manifested itself into numerous outdoor pursuits. He has long enjoyed hiking, fly fishing, and cross country skiing, but now plans these activities to complement his photography.

Jim began taking pictures while working as a meteorologist at the Mount Washington Observatory in New Hampshire over a decade ago, and he continues to use his background in the sciences as a physics teacher at Bedford High School. He also serves as NewEngland.com’s foliage forecaster and reporter, and has become one of New England’s most keen observers of the progression of the seasons. In his weekly updates, he shares his knowledge of weather, geography, and climate to pinpoint the best fall color in the region.

The White Mountains remain the primary focus of Jim’s photography, where he will often begin before long dawn and stay out after sunset, immersing himself in the beauty of the natural environment. While he shoots with a digital SLR camera, he makes extensive use of filters to control the light during difficult exposures and finds great joy in traditional techniques. He strives to process his images in an authentic way to allow the viewer to best connect with his photographs.

To see more of Jim’s work, please visit his website jimsalge.com

To read Jim’s weekly (in season) New England foliage series for NewEngland.com please visit newenglandfoliage

This post was first published in 2014 and has been updated.