Mountain Song

Situated in the heart of the Santa Catalina Mountains in Tucson, Arizona, Mount Lemmon looks over the sandy ancient seabed-turned-city below. It fairly beckons visitors to climb and enjoy the various micro-climates, the history, vistas and trails... and most of all, the raw beauty it holds. Artist and photographer, Claire Vimala Anderson has been visiting the mountain since 2008, always with camera in hand. She brings the beauty of the mountain to readers in this collection of mountain portraits. Much like at an art exhibit, readers can walk through quickly for a general view, select their favorite sights, and then spend time taking in the deeper meanings. This book is second in a growing series of photo books the author has created. Her book, Desert Song: Portraits of the Sonoran Desert was the author's first attempt to share her experience of the desert surrounding Tucson. Mountain Song continues that chorus, singing the song of the mountain, allowing the reader to see it through her eyes. FRONT COVER: 'Moon' Rocks

ARTIST PHOTO: 'Life on the Moon' - portrait by David Lesser