Arizona Photos Painted Desert, Petrified Forest National Park Previous Photo : Photo Index : Next Photo The colours in this picture never cease to amaze me. The late afternoon sunlight mixed with the dark skies ahead produced the peculiar lighting that is responsible for this unique view of grasses and earth. The Petrified Forest is one of my favourite parks, but the barren expanses are too much for some. If you would like to use a photo, please write and ask. I almost always agree. Mail Form Here!