Chris Freitag

A close-up of a ceramic cup with a blue patterned rim, emitting steam. The background is softly blurred, highlighting the steam texture.

A close-up of a ceramic cup with steam rising from its rim, showcasing intricate blue and black patterns on the exterior. The background is softly blurred, emphasizing the cup and steam.

A decorative ceramic cup with a blue rim, featuring a pattern of black dogs and plants, emits steam against a softly lit background.

Steam

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A blood moon partially illuminated in a dark sky, surrounded by stars and wispy clouds.

A partially eclipsed moon glowing orange against a dark night sky, scattered with stars and a few faint clouds below.

A night sky scene featuring a partially eclipsed moon with a reddish hue, set above a dark landscape illuminated by city lights. Stars are visible in the clear sky.

An infographic explaining a lunar eclipse, featuring an illustration of the Earth, Moon, and Sun. It highlights the penumbra (partial eclipse) and umbra (total eclipse) zones. The date mentioned is March 3, 2026.

Out at 4:30am in Denver to see the blood moon.
#photography #BloodMoon

A day apart, two different spots in The Rockies in Colorado

A snow-covered mountain peak under a clear sky, with sunlight illuminating parts of the slope, highlighting the contrast between the snow and darker rock areas. Small trees are visible in the foreground.

A mountainous landscape with a foreground of sparse vegetation and trees. The mountains are partially covered with evergreen trees and cast shadows, while the sky is partly cloudy.

Sun Spots
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A table with two metal chairs is positioned on a patio, illuminated by soft, out-of-focus lights in the background, suggesting a festive atmosphere. The scene has a warm, inviting ambiance, ideal for social gatherings.

A blurred nighttime scene featuring a fountain, with soft glowing lights in the background from buildings and decorative lighting. The overall atmosphere is illuminated and urban.

A nighttime scene featuring a fountain with illuminated water jets creating an X pattern. In the background, a building is visible with windows lit up and decorative lights on trees.

Helios 44M-4 2/58 lens on Fujifilm X-E5

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How to Use Vintage Lenses on Your Fujifilm Camera (Full Setup Guide) YouTube video by Chris Freitag

My latest video covers using vintage lenses with
Fujifilm cameras. #youtube #photography
youtu.be/aqQ6YjBEPtQ

A silhouette of an airplane on approach against a dramatic sunset sky, featuring clouds and mountain outlines in the background.

Final Descent

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A gas station illuminated at blue hour, featuring several fuel pumps and signage. The surrounding area is dark, highlighting the station's lights.

Gaslighting

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🙏

Thank you!

A windmill stands next to a small wooden shed in a rural landscape, surrounded by mountains and a cloudy sky. Snow covers the ground, creating a serene, wintry atmosphere.

Snowfall

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A silhouetted duck stands in calm water during sunrise, with soft pastel colors in the sky. The reflection of the duck is visible on the water's surface.

Fearless

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A small white shack sits beside a set of railway tracks in a snowy landscape. Surrounding mountains are partially covered with snow and shrouded in clouds, under a gray sky. Sparse grass and patches of snow cover the ground.

High Country
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A solitary, leafless tree stands on a grassy hill against a cloudy sky in black and white.

Quiet resilience

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A blurred view of trees and lights, suggesting motion, with a clear side mirror reflecting a scenic horizon and clouds.

A dramatic sunset is visible over mountain silhouettes, with vibrant orange and yellow hues blending into clouds. A bare tree stands in the foreground, adding depth to the scene.

Driving Toward Dusk

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A black lab stands on the shore, gazing at a calm lake during sunset. The sky features vibrant pink and purple hues, reflecting on the water's surface.

Surveyor of the Wild

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A coastal scene featuring a misty beach with gentle waves and distant rock formations, framed by dark silhouettes of conifer trees. The atmosphere is tranquil and atmospheric, suggesting an overcast day.

Overlook
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Nearly everything I post is from the day before. I was just in Oregon M-Th this week. Sometimes I remember to post older work, but I go out almost daily.

A dark, foggy road bends through a shadowy forest, with tall trees on either side partially obscured by mist. The atmosphere is eerie and subdued.

Around the Bend
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A serene beach scene at dusk featuring a Haystack Rock silhouette. Two figures walk along the shoreline, and the water reflects soft pastel colors in the sky.

A serene coastal scene featuring rocky cliffs framing a misty beach. A ship’s light is partially obscured by fog, casting a soft glow over the ocean waves and reflecting on the wet sand. The atmosphere is tranquil and moody.

A misty coastal scene featuring rocky cliffs on the right, with waves crashing against the shore. The sky is overcast, creating a serene and moody atmosphere. A few birds are visible in the distance.

A tall waterfall cascading down rocky terrain, surrounded by lush green trees and bare branches. The water appears misty and vibrant, contrasting with the dark rock and foliage.

Oregon coast, day 3 (last day)
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A coastal scene at dawn featuring a beach with wet sand reflecting the sky, characterized by soft hues of blue, pink, and purple. Silhouetted rock formations are visible in the background, along with a distant coastline and gentle waves.

A misty beach scene featuring distant houses along the shoreline and a forested hill in the background. Two figures walk near the water's edge, with driftwood scattered across the sandy beach. The atmosphere is tranquil and hazy.

A winding road curves through a landscape silhouetted by trees against a vibrant sunrise sky featuring shades of pink and orange.

A U.S. Coast Guard helicopter hovers over ocean waves, with a rescuer being lowered via a rope to assist in a rescue mission.

Oregon coast, day 2
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A dense forest scene shrouded in fog, featuring tall evergreen trees flanking a narrow path that disappears into the mist. The atmosphere is dark and moody.

A turbulent ocean scene featuring large waves crashing against a rocky outcrop under a gray sky. The overall atmosphere appears moody and dramatic.

A foggy coastal scene featuring a rocky shore lined with dense trees. The atmosphere is misty, with a muted color palette, creating a serene and tranquil mood.

A dark and moody landscape featuring a coastline shrouded in mist and waves, with a silhouette of a pine tree in the foreground. The scene captures a serene yet mysterious atmosphere, with cloudy skies and a tranquil ocean.

Oregon coast, day 1
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A tall, angular skyscraper with a striped facade is illuminated against a dark sky, casting a sharp shadow. Surrounding buildings are partially visible, contributing to a dramatic black-and-white urban landscape.

Perspective

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A dimly lit staircase leads downward, with a "KEEP OUT" sign hanging on the railing. The scene is monochromatic, highlighting the shadows and textures of the walls and steps.

Nothing For You Here
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An industrial facility at night, featuring a large smokestack with a plume of smoke, illuminated by outdoor lights. The structure includes various pipes and platforms, set against a dark sky.

Steampunk

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Large chunks of ice float near the shore of a lake, colored gold by the sunrise.

Glass

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A lens sitting face up in a sun lit scene.

Slightly looking down into the lens, a reflection of a camera can be seen in the bottom edge.

The reflection of hands holding a camera can be seen in the top glass of the lens, with a repeating mirrored pattern.

A closeup of the reflection of the hands and camera repeating within the lens.

Event Horizon

#photography #fujifilm

A power pole stands at an intersection under the feint colors of the Northern Lights while the light streaks of a truck pass through the long exposure.

Northern Lights
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Thank you

A mirrored building, reflecting the sunrise, and the trees around it.

Mystery Box

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