How does Avy Kennedy’s method capture the essence of Monument Valley’s Wild West?

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When I shoot Monument Valley, I lean into what already feels like the mythic West: wide compositions, long leading roads, and those iconic buttes filling the horizon. I avoid clutter so the frames feel cinematic, like you’ve stepped into an old Western—just cleaner and a bit more modern.

I also time things for dramatic light: sunrise and sunset haze, long shadows, and rich reds that make the rock formations feel larger than life. Paired with slower, gliding camera moves and simple text like “the closest you can get to the Wild West,” it turns a quick scroll into a mini daydream.

Is there a specific video or shot of Monument Valley you’re curious about?