Virginia Simply Beautiful II: 2

Virginia at Its Most Vivid

A Visual Love Letter to the Old Dominion

In Virginia Simply Beautiful II, award-winning photographer Charles Gurche captures Virginia's timeless elegance and natural grandeur. Spanning 15 years and 108 breathtaking images, this collection showcases the diverse beauty of the state—from misty battlefields to vibrant mountain foliage, tranquil rivers to historic homes.

• Dramatic seasonal scenes from Shenandoah National Park to Tazewell County
• Iconic landmarks like Mount Vernon and the Arlington Memorial Bridge
• Intimate glimpses of both natural wonders and human heritage
• Shot with a master's touch on a 4x5 camera for exceptional clarity and depth
• Perfect for nature lovers, photography enthusiasts, and anyone enchanted by the essence of Virginia

Whether you're drawn to Virginia's rich history or its ever-changing landscapes, Gurche's work offers a powerful visual journey that captures the soul of the state.

Charles Gurche is one of the United States' foremost nature and landscape photographers. His work has appeared in numerous calendars and magazines, including Audubon, National Geographic, Natural History, and Outside, and in the books Kansas Simply Beautiful, Missouri Simply Beautiful, The Ozarks, Oregon Impressions, San Juan Impressions, Spokane Impressions, Virginia Impressions, Virginia Simply Beautiful, and Washington Wild and Beautiful. He has photographed for Kodak, the Sierra Club, Smithsonian Books, and the National Park Service. Gurche has won awards from the Roger Tory Peterson Institute and the Society of Professional Journalists.