Joe Gremillion

Black and white panoramic photograph of sweeping sand dunes with dramatic light and shadow, revealing intricate wind-rippled textures across the foreground while distant dunes and mountains fade into a hazy horizon

Golden hour photograph of expansive sand dunes bathed in warm amber sunlight, with cool blue shadows pooling between the ridges and a mountain range visible through the atmospheric haze in the distance

Composite photograph of a sunset over the ocean, showing the sun stacked into five flattened disc-like segments — a telephoto compression effect enhanced by atmospheric refraction — captured over two minutes and layered in post-processing against a deep orange sky

For sunset yesterday I walked the Oceano Dunes. I'd hoped for a more interesting sky, but shadows stole the show. The last photo is a composite of taken over two minutes, assembled in post. #sunsetphotography #landscapephotography #sanddunes #oceano

Wow, the colors really set the mood. Brrr. Same question about shutter speed, which I'm guessing was at least 1s to account for the dim light and waves' blur?

Close-up black and white photograph of a waterfall cascading diagonally over a textured rock face, with mist and trees visible in the upper left corner.

Black and white photograph of two streams of water falling down a tall, striated rock face, converging at the base into a shallow pool among dark rocks.

Yesterday I made the short walk to Nojoqui Falls north of Santa Barbara, CA. Here water slides down sandstone in smooth streaks, which I captured in a series of long-exposure shots. LMK if you'd curious to know more about how I got the shot. #santabarbara #waterfall #naturephotography

Many people turned out yesterday for my talk about hiking in Iceland. I was happy to share my experience along the Laugavegur Trail last summer. Thanks to our local @rei for hosting. #hikingadventures #presentation #icelandtravel

Mid-afternoon view looking southwest from the hills above Pismo Beach, with sunlight shimmering across the calm Pacific Ocean beneath a partly cloudy sky. Shining through breaks in the clouds, distinct spots of light illuminate the silvery water.

I caught this view of the ocean during a hike yesterday. Amazing how breaks in the clouds illuminated the ocean with waves of light.

More unseasonably weather here in the Five Cities area. Sunset was great at dusk, but all the action was in the water. I caught these surfers with my Canon R7, cropped and color-corrected with Pixelmator. #surfing #photography #pismobeach

Snapshots from walking the bluffs last night at Montaña de Oro State Park. I shot with both my Canon R7 and iPhone 17 Pro. Can you tell which pics came from what camera?

Last night's sunset did not disappoint. #sunsetphotography #pismobeach

I expected quality differences between a glass photo print by @fractureme and a less expensive print by @michaelsstores, and I was right. But the colors surprised me. Even compared to glossy paper and ChromaLuxe aluminum, Fracture's are noticeably brighter and warmer.

Morro Bay is more than Morro Rock. There's also an active fishing and crabbing industry, marine protected areas, and the downtown tourist area.

A note on the latter: I'm looking forward to showing my photos in @galleryatmarinasquare next month.

In one week I'll share my photos, videos, and lessons learned from hiking in Iceland last summer. Come join this free presentation 5:30pm Tuesday, March 3, 313 Madonna Rd, unit B, San Luis Obispo. www.rei.com/events/hilt/...

My sample prints on glass arrived from @fractureme. The colors are so much more warmer & teal compared to aluminum that I wondered if I accidentally sent the wrong file. I look forward to comparing quality when glass samples from another source arrive next week.

Sometimes editing a photo has unexpected results. This week I'm playing with RAW photos to improve my understanding … and have fun playing with color and light. #digitalphotography

I learned a lot while hiking a snow-covered Icelandic lava plain last summer. The Laugavegur Trail delivered unforgettable challenges that I want to share with you, so join me for stories, maps, photos, and videos March 3 at our local REI. RSVP and info at wehike.org/events #hiking #presentation

Two vibrant orange California poppies in sharp focus among green foliage and ice plant succulents with a soft bokeh background

Field of golden California poppies at various stages of bloom with one prominent flower in focus, surrounded by green coastal vegetation in warm sunlight

It's almost the season when we see why this park is named “Mountain of Gold.”

Three people walking on a coastal path at sunset with dramatic clouds overhead, ocean waves visible in the background, and native coastal vegetation on both sides

Rolling coastal hills covered with eucalyptus trees and native vegetation at golden hour, with dramatic clouds catching warm sunset light above the ridgeline

Close-up of ocean wave crashing against dark jagged rocks, creating white spray and foam against blue water

Buck deer with antlers standing in coastal wildflowers overlooking the Pacific Ocean with Morro Rock visible in the misty background and people walking along the shore

Yesterday I co-led a walk along the bluffs at Montaña de Oro State Park with my hiking group Weekend Hikers & Beyond. We couldn’t have have asked for better conditions. #getoutside #naturephotography #evening

Close-up of a white ceramic mug featuring Bishop Peak inside a hiking boot silhouette, labeled ‘Bishop Peak / I Hike SLO / San Luis Obispo, CA.’

White ceramic coffee mug featuring two footprint silhouettes filled with nature photography. The left footprint reads ‘no worries, no hurries / I Hike SLO / San Luis Obispo, CA.’ The right footprint lists SLO County trails: Black Hill, Bishop Peak, Fiscalini Ranch, Miossi Open Space, Ontario Ridge, Three Bridges, Johnson Ranch, Cuesta Ridge, Broderson, Irish Hills, Cerro Alto, Valencia Peak, Cerro San Luis, Pismo Preserve, Islay Hill, Reservoir Canyon.

Three white ceramic I Hike SLO mugs labeled Cerro San Luis, Ontario Ridge, and Miossi Open Space, each featuring a hiking boot silhouette with a landscape photo inside.

Three white ceramic I Hike SLO mugs labeled Valencia Peak, Bishop Peak, and SLO County Trail List, displayed on a wooden table against a dark background.

Do you love hiking? How about coffee? You can enjoy both with my new “SLO hikes” mugs featuring five iconic sites and one overview. Original photography and type set by yours truly, grab your cup of SLO today at my Etsy store. www.etsy.com/shop/JoeGrem... #slocounty #hiking #gifts

I caught some waves at Pismo Beach tonight. This particular image happens when wind blows back into the ocean, the waves are lit from behind, and you go out to enjoy the evening. #sunsetphotography #naturephotography #getoutside #pismobeach

Sunset was just an accent in the show at Shell Beach, CA, yesterday.

Presentation is important :)

A close-up of a single sand dollar shell, taken at an angle to reveal the beach extending to green hills in the distance. The sun is setting, giving the shell an orange tint on the left and blue-green on the right.

Sunsets aren't always about the sun setting. I found this scene yesterday evening while enjoying a casual beach walk at dusk. #pismobeach #sunsetphotography

Such delicate lighting — wonderful. Is that a print? If not, what's the frame around the photo?

Beautiful, looks like the type of shot that only lasted for a minute. Did you have to wait for the exact right moment to catch this light?

A LCSLO volunteer told me that rain last November might help flowers give us a good show at Pismo Preserve this year. But we're already starting to see blooms in this unseasonable warm spell. #pismobeach #flowers #naturephotography

Not a bad way to end the day. #pismobeach #sunset

SLO County has many great day hikes — and I want to share my favorites with you at our local @REI. If you’re new to hiking or new to the area, this free talk covers local routes, weather, gear, and practical advice.

5:30pm Feb. 3, 313 Madonna Rd, Unit B, San Luis Obispo, CA — www.wehike.org/events

“Pastel” is a great description. Were you on land at the time, or on another boat?

Four variations on the same shot of the moon arranged in a grid against a black background. Each has variations in brightness and color.

Four shots on the same night: Just playing with my iPhone’s settings for lunar photography. #iphone #astrophotography

Hiking SLO: An Introduction to Local Trails, Tue, Feb 3, 2026, 5:30 PM | Meetup From Montaña de Oro State Park to Pismo Preserve to the many morros, SLO County is full of great day hiking and walking trails. If you’re new to the area or a local who wan

On Feb. 3 I'll give a presentation about local hikes in & around San Luis Obispo, CA. If you're new to the area or new to hiking, come join this free event. www.meetup.com/weekends-hik... #hiking #sanluisobispo #getoutside

I came to Minneapolis to report on what's going on, and one of the main questions I showed up with is "just what is the scale of the resistance?" After all, we're all used to the news calling Portland a "war zone" or whatever when it's just some protests in one part of town.