"Spring is Aspen’s forgotten season: summer has perfect warm weather,
winter has snow, and fall has the colours. But spring is short in Aspen
and many businesses close to give their staff a break and the premises
some maintenance. It is the off-season, and for many locals it is their
favourite time of year; some serenity and peace return to the town.

"This
makes it an ideal time to film - roads are quiet, hotels are less busy
and restaurants are easier to book. From a visual perspective, spring
also offers great opportunity as there will be snow at a higher
elevation and fresh greens in the valleys below. If the intent is to
look for a wide tonal range in a photograph, spring is a good choice.

"Ansel
Adams loved the diffused light of spring and the rich tonal range it
offered. He often chose this period to film in Yosemite; melting snow
can be used to the photographer’s advantage - it is not always about
mud.

"We have filmed on this road before but never
looking back down the valley and past Aspen itself. The 1966 Cadillac is
a strong addition to any set and Kate Bock is styled perfectly for that
era. It is a timeless picture which was, of course, the intent." -
David Yarrow