Refuge du Col de la Vanoise & Grande Casse – 10 seconds of alpine light
Share
In the heart of the Vanoise National Park (Savoie), the Refuge du Col de la Vanoise — formerly Félix-Faure — faces the majestic summit of the Grande Casse . This short 10-second video encapsulates the high mountain atmosphere: low clouds, pierced light, and the mineral textures of a grandiose setting.
The place: a refuge at the foot of the Grande Casse
The Col de la Vanoise Refuge stands on a vast plateau, surrounded by moraines and gneissic slabs. In the background, the Grande Casse (3,855 m) imposes its silhouette, often surrounded by mist. It was this contrast between the tranquility of the refuge and the power of the massif that made me want to freeze this moment, then transform it into an ultra-short cinematic shot.
Quick Making-of
- Original image taken on the plateau of the pass, at the end of the day.
- Creating a cinematic shot with a very slow dolly-in , animated clouds and subtle rays of light.
- Deliberately realistic rendering: natural colors, soft contrast, no distortion of buildings or edges.
Wall decoration: how to hang it?
This scene works wonderfully as a Dibond aluminum photo print : matte finish, precise details and impeccable durability over time. Some ideas:
- Living room : above a light sofa, panoramic format.
- Desk : Medium size to create a calming focal point.
- Entrance : vertical format (cropping possible on request) for a “window on the Alps” effect.
Order the print
You can order the print directly here:
Refuge du Col de la Vanoise & Grande Casse – Dibond aluminum print
Features
- Dibond aluminum support (gallery quality), several sizes available.
- High definition printing, faithful to mineral textures and clouds.
- Easy hanging, matte finish without reflections.
Do you love the Alps and this type of atmosphere? Subscribe to my social networks to discover other alpine scenes and video transformations of my photos.
