Storm light breaks through autumn clouds in the Swiss Alps, illuminating the brief window when larches turn gold before winter. The contrast between dark sky and bright forest creates drama that lasts minutes. Being present for these moments means waiting through hours of gray for seconds of magic. This is what patience earns in mountain photography.
Questions about framing, sizing, or shipping?
View our FAQ →
Dirk Collins is the flagship artist at Planet 5 Gallery, whose work defines preservation photography. Co-founder of Teton Gravity Research and Emmy-nominated filmmaker, Collins brings 30 years of visual storytelling to fine art photography that celebrates mountain communities as preservation partners.
Learn More →
Dirk Collins is the flagship artist at Planet 5 Gallery, whose work defines preservation photography. Co-founder of Teton Gravity Research and Emmy-nominated filmmaker, Collins brings 30 years of visual storytelling to fine art photography that celebrates mountain communities as preservation partners.
Learn More →Exclusive pricing that recognizes your commitment to mountain preservation
100% of membership fees support mountain preservation programs. Your exclusive collector pricing recognizes your commitment to protecting these wild places.