My take on a the classic sunrise shot. Probably my favorite shot of Mesa Arch.

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Photographers jostling for a prime spot to get a sunrise shot of Mesa Arch. I got out of there as soon as I got a few classic shots.

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The southeast view of the arch. Much less dramatic than looking northeast where the sun rises and the mountains and rock formations are, but still cool.

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A selfie of my wife and I after most of the crowds had cleared out, which was maybe 45 minutes after sunrise. I still had bed hair.

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My wife patiently waiting for me as I scouted out other places to shoot from.

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A close up of the view behind Mesa Arch.

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