Greg Nicolai (VT Contemporary)

This liminal photograph captures a quiet summer sunrise on Spear Street in South Burlington, Vermont, where the first light of day spreads gently across rolling pastureland. The low sun casts a warm, golden glow over the vivid green fields, illuminating grazing cows and creating a soft atmospheric haze that blurs the distant horizon. A classic red barn anchors the composition, its strong geometry and weathered surface providing a familiar focal point within the expansive rural setting.

Greg Nicolai is known for his evocative landscape photography, particularly scenes rooted in Vermont and New England. His work often emphasizes natural light, seasonal transitions, and the understated beauty of everyday places. Rather than dramatic spectacle, Nicolai favors moments of quiet balance, allowing light and atmosphere to shape the emotional tone of each image.

Spear Barn, Summer Sunrise garnered the most votes for the favorite photograph in the 2022 Green Mountain Photo Show. This is a sold out edition of 5.