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Hop Ridgell Photography Wildlife and Landscape "His photography of South Carolina landscapes and wildlife has found it's way into many homes, shops and offices around the country.
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"The Earth is Art, the photographer is only a witness." ― Yann Arthus-Bertrand

"But the love of wilderness is more than a hunger for what is always beyond reach; it is also an expression of loyalty to the earth, the earth which bore us and sustains us, the only home we shall ever know, the only paradise we ever need – if only we had the eyes to see. Original sin, the true original sin, is the blind destruction for the sake of greed of this natural paradise which lies all around us – if only we were worthy of it." - One of my favorite quotes by Edward Abbey. "Chaser of light, landscapes and lakes, rivers, and streams of America, but intently
focusing (pun intended) on the dwindling wild areas of South Carolina. Robert Hopkins Ridgell or "Hop," as most know him, is primarily a Landscape/Wildlife/Nature photographer, but he has also been known to dabble occasionally in Event Photography, Abstract and Portrait photography at times." Fine art prints of his work are available matted and framed and printed on the highest quality Fine-Art paper which provides extraordinary print results with bright colors, deep blacks, excellent contrast, outstanding reproduction of detail and striking pictorial depth. The Fine-Art paper used is perfect for long-term exhibitions and art collections. "His images are also available on wrapped giclee canvas with, if you wish, optional float frame. Giclee canvas prints are are celebrated by museums, galleries and artists for their accurate color and tonal gradation." Please message or call for pricing and/or sizing information.

“Iceland is full of hot springs and rivers, which often flow down spectacular waterfalls on their way to the sea.” – Jon...
10/12/2026

“Iceland is full of hot springs and rivers, which often flow down spectacular waterfalls on their way to the sea.” – Jonathan Wilcox

Skogafoss Waterfall kicking up a little Rainbow action!

‘I still don’t know why, exactly, but I do think people can have a spiritual connection to the landscape, and I certainl...
10/11/2026

‘I still don’t know why, exactly, but I do think people can have a spiritual connection to the landscape, and I certainly did in Iceland.’ – Hannah Kent
"Jewels" on Diamond Beach, Iceland.

“The grand show is eternal. It is always sunrise somewhere.” — John Muir There's a sunrise and a sunset every day, we sh...
09/25/2026

“The grand show is eternal. It is always sunrise somewhere.” — John Muir

There's a sunrise and a sunset every day, we should all endeavor to experience more of them! This is sunrise on Hilton Head, South Carolina.

“Wrinkles will only go where the smiles have been. ”– Jimmy BuffettEarly morning on a Hilton Head Beach. Makes you want ...
09/08/2026

“Wrinkles will only go where the smiles have been. ”– Jimmy Buffett

Early morning on a Hilton Head Beach. Makes you want to smile, doesn't it?

09/03/2026

Sunrise Photography on the Beach

09/02/2026
Still one of my all time favorites - “Egrets in Perfect Light”.
08/09/2026

Still one of my all time favorites - “Egrets in Perfect Light”.

“It is far and away the most distinguished private place, not only for America, but of the world, forming at this period...
07/11/2026

“It is far and away the most distinguished private place, not only for America, but of the world, forming at this period.” - Frederick Law Olmsted

I'm not often inspired to shoot structures but on this day, with rain about to fall at any minute, there were no people scrambling about and thought this was a fitting image to save.

I absolutely love this one! What do you think about the frame?
07/06/2026

I absolutely love this one! What do you think about the frame?

One of the cooler places to be in South Carolina right now. On such a hot day I thought I'd share this one to help cool...
07/05/2026

One of the cooler places to be in South Carolina right now. On such a hot day I thought I'd share this one to help cool down. Hope it helps!

Bridge over the Middle Saluda River in Jones Gap State Park.

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