Moon Over Snowy Mountains Black and WhiteFine Art Photography Print

Alpine landscape with moon - Vertically oriented

"Moon Over Snowy Mountains is a black and white landscape shot in the stunning Vinschgau Valley in South Tyrol, Italy. Taken from the car park below the Watles ski resort, the image shows the region's majestic alpine peaks partially shrouded in dramatic clouds, with a luminous moon floating in the sky above.

The photograph balances three distinct elements of this iconic Dolomite landscape: the textured mountain ridge, the cloudscape and the moon floating in the upper sky. The South Tyrolean Alps are rendered in striking monochrome, emphasising the contrast between the craggy, dark rock outcrops and the pristine white snow that covers these ancient peaks.

This area, where Italian, Austrian and Swiss cultures meet in the heart of the Alps, is renowned for its dramatic weather patterns and breathtaking views. I tried to capture the essence of this unique location, where the mountains rise dramatically from the floor of the Vinschgau Valley, creating a timeless scene that transcends its geographical specificity.

Presented in high resolution black and white, this fine art photograph transforms the majestic South Tyrolean landscape into a contemplative scene that evokes both serenity and drama.

Available through FineArtAmerica as a premium print on canvas, metal, acrylic, wood or as a framed print, this evocative mountain landscape from one of Italy's most picturesque regions would make a striking statement piece in any space, particularly where a monochromatic, contemplative aesthetic is desired.

EXIF data of the photograph

• Camera Model: NIKON Z 7
• Lens model: Nikkor 200.0-500.0 mm f/5.6
• Date taken: 10. 2. 2025
• Exposure time: 1/640s
• F-Number: f/7.1
• ISO speed ratings: 100
• Focal length: 340mm
• Size of the photo: 8256 px x 5504 px