Behind the Lens: The Mighty Perito Moreno Glacier

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The Perito Moreno Glacier is one of the largest and most accessible glaciers in Patagonia. Just 80k outside of El Calafate, Argentina, most people experience the glacier via a simple day bus trip by viewing the glacier from a series of balconies. As touristy as it gets durring the day, it is certainly a site to see.

Enjoy these Behind The Scenes looks at what it was like as I was capturing this massive glacier.

*All Mobile Uploads photos taken with my cell phone

Perito Moreno Glacier in Patagonia Los Glaciers NP — Perito Moreno Glacier

Perito Moreno Glacier Sign Patagonia Los Glaciers NP — Entrence sign warning of flying ice

Mobile Uploads of the Perito Moreno Glacier in Patagonia — Capturing the blue of the glacier after a giant piece fell off

The Walkways of the Perito Moreno Glacier in Patagonia — A crowd lining up to view the mighty glacier. Gives you a sense of perspective.

About the Author

Colby Brown

Colby Brown is a photographer, photo educator and author that specializes in landscape, travel and wildlife photography. His photographic portfolio spans the four corners of the globe and all 7 continents. He has worked as a photo instructor for National Geographic and founded The Giving Lens, an organization that blends photo education with support for various non-governmental organizations (NGO) and causes around the world, such as child education, clean drinking water projects, and women’s rights.

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