23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest The American Experience
Sunrise Peaking Through the Totem Poles
Morning in America with the sun peaking through the totem poles in Monument Valley against the orange dusted sky. Growing up in the 1960’s and 70’s, the western movies and TV shows is how I identified as an American. The old West and forging a trail across the wide open spaces. Monument Valley is Americana on display.
Photo Detail
| Date Taken: | 05.2025 |
| Date Uploaded: | 09.2025 |
| Photo Location: | Monument Valley, Az, United States of America |
| Camera: | Canon EOS R5 |
| Copyright: | © Patrick OConnor |
Awards
| Photo of the Day: 01.30.26 |