AMBIENT FILM


#101 - THE TUFAS OF MONO LAKE
Towering limestone formations, Tufas, rise from Mono Lake, sculpted over thousands of years by a unique geochemical process. As calcium-rich geothermal springs mix with the lake’s alkaline waters, calcium carbonate accumulates, forming the porous structures known as tufas. Receding water levels expose these intricate formations, revealing the story of their slow and stunning growth.

#102 - THE CLARON FORMATION OUTSIDE BRYCE CANYON
Fly above the striking pink, red, and orange rock layers of the Claron Formation, the foundation of Bryce Canyon. Formed during the Eocene Epoch, 56 to 33 million years ago, its vibrant hues come from iron oxide minerals, manganese oxides, and trace iron deposits—revealing the ancient geological history of southwestern Utah.

#103 -ESTERO QUINCHILLAMA IN CAŅON DEL BLANCO
Follow the flow of melting snow along Estero Quinchillama, cascading down waterfalls and boulder fields. Journey through the towering, snow-covered peaks of Caņon del Blanco, where the timeless cycle of water shapes the rugged landscape in an awe-inspiring display of nature’s rhythm.

#104 - FIRST SIGNS OF SPRING AT CADDO LAKE
Drift through Caddo Lake as spring awakens, with new buds and fresh foliage emerging among cypress trees and epiphytes. This meditative, floating journey—set to a dreamy score— captures the lake’s timeless beauty. While Caddo tradition links its origin to the 1811 New Madrid Earthquake, geologists believe it formed gradually due to the Great Raft, a 100-mile log jam on the Red River.

#105 - FERN CANYON IN MENDOCINO
Immerse yourself in a lush green sanctuary, where moss, vibrant ferns, and towering redwoods create a timeless escape. Follow the sound of flowing water through misty air, navigating fallen logs and rocky riverbeds as you explore the tranquil depths of Fern Canyon in Mendocino, CA

#106 - MISSISSIPPI POND
Drift among the lily pads of a cool summer pond. Enjoy solitude amidst the blooming flowers. Experience the quiet beauty of a Mississippi Pond.

#107 - ECLIPSE AT INKS RANCH
For centuries, eclipses were seen as omens of disruption and transformation. Ambient Film captures this fleeting spectacle at Inks Ranch, a historic Texas landscape framed by 2.5-billion-year-old granite. As the light fades and shadows distort, time seems to suspend, evoking the awe and unease felt by ancient civilizations—a meditative journey into celestial power and impermanence.

#108 - TRAVERTINE HOT SPRINGS
Take in the mesmerizing textures, intricate patterns, and rich colors of travertine, sculpted over time by bubbling hydrothermal springs. Follow the flow of mineral-rich water as it cascades over ancient formations, revealing the artistry of nature’s slow and steady hand.

#109 - SUNSET OVER ANGELES NATIONAL FOREST
Watch the sun cast golden light over the rugged peaks and dense woodlands of Angeles National Forest. As dusk settles, shifting hues of orange, pink, and purple dance across the sky, illuminating the vast landscape below. This tranquil moment captures the beauty of California’s wilderness, where nature’s grandeur meets the fading light of day.

#110 - BLIZZARD IN ZION
Nestle beneath an icicle-laden overhang as snow blankets Zion’s majestic landscape. The soft patter of snowfall is punctuated by the sharp crash of falling ice, accompanied by a twinkling percussion and dulcimer score. In this frozen sanctuary, witness nature’s quiet power, where time and lithification have sculpted a breathtaking winter sanctuary.