At ON1, we build photo editing software, but at heart, we're photographers first.

Every now and then, we like to pull back the curtain and share what our own team is out shooting. Jim Choate, a senior software engineer at ON1, recently drove 1,660 miles through the Columbia River Gorge and the Palouse, photographing wildflowers, abandoned farmhouses, and sweeping hillscapes along the way.

In his new blog post, Jim shares the stories behind the shots, including the compositions he waited for, the editing choices he made, and a few hard-won tips for anyone planning a similar trip.

Read the full story and see Jim's photos →