The Story Behind the World's Most Famous Desktop Background

O'Rear, ever the observant photographer, recognized the scene's potential. He pulled over to the side of the road and, using his medium-format camera, captured the now-iconic image. He took only a few shots, trusting his instincts and experience to capture the essence of the landscape. There was no digital manipulation involved at the time of capture; the image's beauty was a product of nature's artistry and O'Rear's skill.