Luke Welsh

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he/him St. John’s NL Musician / Scientist / Educator / Analog Photography Enthusiast / http://lukewelsh.darkroom.com

Close view of a coastal rock face almost entirely covered with brilliant orange foliose lichen. The rough, pale stone contrasts with the dense living patches, revealing a slow partnership between rock, salt air, sunlight, and one of the coast’s most resilient organisms.
A grainy hillside during a light snow flurry beneath a pale sky. Low shrubs in muted reds, browns, and blues cover the slope, with a narrow rocky and icy path winding upward. Sparse, wind-shaped evergreen trees stand along the ridge. Falling snow softens the colors and gives the scene a quiet, dreamlike mood.
A soft black and white film image of an orchid in bloom, its pale petals unfolding like quiet breath, while a second flower lingers behind it in a gentle blur.
A densely forested hillside covered in the brilliant colours of autumn, with trees shifting from deep green to vibrant shades of yellow, orange, and red. The upper slope rises toward a darker ridge of evergreens, while the mix of hardwoods below creates a rich tapestry of fall foliage under an overcast sky.
A vibrant sunset along the Long Shore Path on the East Coast Trail near Bauline, NL, Canada. The sun is setting over the ocean, with golden light reflecting off the rippling water. Dark rocky cliffs frame the foreground, while soft clouds streak across the colorful sky of orange, yellow, and blue.
A black-and-white photo of people walking along a foggy, pebbled beach. Figures fade into the dense mist as they move further down the shoreline, creating a quiet, atmospheric scene. Taken on St. Vincent’s Beach on the Southern Shore of Newfoundland, famed for its humpbacks who visit the shore to eat capelin in the early summer. Through the fog sounds their slow steady blows punctuated by relentless rolling waves.
Low sunlight casts a warm glow over a coastal hillside dotted with blooming moss phlox and other wildflowers, with rocky outcrops and the ocean visible in the background.
Sunset over a calm ocean with soft orange and blue hues blending across the sky. Three birds fly low above the water, and a dark pebble beach stretches across the foreground.
A humpback whale surfaces in the open ocean, its dark dorsal fin cutting through the water as it feeds on capelin. A seabird hovers above, part of a larger flock scattered across the sky, drawn to the feast below. Gentle waves roll onto the pebble beach under a sky streaked with soft clouds.
A scenic view of a lush green mountain under a cloudy sky. The mountain is blanketed with dense forests, showcasing various shades of green. The sky above is overcast, with thick white and grey clouds obscuring the sunlight, creating a moody atmosphere. The foreground features a stretch of densely packed evergreen trees, adding depth to the landscape. The scene is enveloped in a thin morning fog, emphasizing the serene and untouched nature of this mountainous region.
A tree with branches covered in clusters of small white blossoms stretches against a clear blue sky. Bright green leaves are interspersed among the flowers, and sunlight highlights the details of the petals and branches, creating a fresh and vibrant springtime scene.
A close-up of tree branches coated in a layer of ice, glistening in soft, cool-toned light. The background features a blurred evergreen tree and hints of a snowy landscape, creating a serene winter scene.
A serene pond reflects the pastel hues of a vibrant pink and blue sunrise, blending sky and water into a seamless gradient. Morning fog drifts above the surface, partially obscuring a distant treeline silhouetted against the glowing horizon. The scene feels dreamlike and tranquil, with soft, diffused light enhancing the ethereal atmosphere.
A windswept evergreen tree clings to the side of a misty coastal hillside, its branches bending from years of exposure to strong ocean winds. The golden light of the rising sun filters through the fog, casting a soft glow over the rugged landscape. In the foreground, dense green shrubs and bare branches add texture to the scene.
A rocky shoreline covered in scattered stones and boulders meets the clear, shallow waters of the sea. Vibrant yellow seaweed clings to the rocks, contrasting with the cool tones of the water. Beneath the surface, submerged seaweed and stones are visible, creating a textured underwater landscape. Gentle ripples along the shoreline mark the meeting point of land and sea.
Two weathered, bare trees stand in the foreground of a sunlit meadow, their twisted branches reaching out against the golden light. Tall grasses, illuminated by the warm glow of the setting sun, sway gently in the breeze. In the background, a dense treeline of evergreens rises along the horizon, partially silhouetted against the clear blue sky. The scene captures a tranquil sunset in a wild, open landscape.
A winter landscape featuring a frozen pond surrounded by snow-covered terrain. Small islands with clusters of evergreen trees emerge from the ice, and scattered boulders dot the landscape. Rolling hills and forests extend into the background under a clear blue sky.
A misty bog landscape with small reflective pools of water winding through golden-brown grasses. Evergreen trees stand in the background, their silhouettes softened by dense fog.
Long-exposure photograph of the night sky showing circular star trails around the North Star. The trails create a mesmerizing pattern against a deep blue sky. The silhouettes of evergreen trees are visible at the bottom, framing the celestial movement.