Snoqualmie Falls Part 5 Postcard By Robert LaSalle Chism

For the past several years, I’ve featured a number of vintage Snoqualmie Falls postcards on this site. Today, I’m happy to highlight a modern talented photographer (and fellow Canon camera enthusiast) Robert LaSalle Chism. In early 2024, merchandise with photography of the magnificent 268-foot waterfall was added to The Gift Shop at Salish Lodge and the Snoqualmie Falls Welcome Center.

SNOQUALMIE FALLS PART 5 POSTCARD BY ROBERT LASALLE CHISM

The front of this post features a stunning photo of Snoqualmie Falls by Robert LaSalle Chism. The image was most likely captured at sunset based on how the sun is illuminating the waterfall.

Robert first posted the photo on his Facebook page on November 16, 2020.

According to Robert’s photography website, he titled this photo “Snoqualmie Falls Pt. 5, Snoqualmie, WA.” He offers both 8-inch by 10-inch or 11-inch by 14-inch prints for sale.

The back of the post card contains information about where the photograph was taken – “Snoqualmie Falls | Salish Lodge and Spa | Snoqualmie, WA,” Chism’s signature and website are also printed on the card.

WHO IS ROBERT LASALLE CHISM?

Robert LaSalle Chism is an award-winning photographer based in Washington State since August 2015. He attended Green River College and studied Fine and Studio Arts at Pierce College at Fort Steilacoom. According to his bio, his work has been “showcased on major media platforms such as USA TODAY, Canon USA, KING 5 Evening, KOMO 4, and Seattle Refined.” On January 18, 2024, he announced on Instagram that the Salish Lodge & Spa and the Snoqualmie Falls Visitor Center would begin selling his photos.

He posted the following photos on his works on that January 2024 Instagram post.

Snoqualmie Falls is an incredibly popular spot to visit in Washington state, attracting more than 2 million visitors annually.  In 2023, the Snoqualmie Tribe opened a completely remodeled Snoqualmie Falls Gift Shop and Visitor Center containing exhibits, a gift shop and a small cafe. I spotted Chism’s works during a visit on February 20, 2025.

Inside the center you’ll find an exhibit titled “Our Story Is the Story of the Falls” which documents the history of Snoqualmie Falls from Time Immemorial to modern day. It is believed that Moon the Transformer created the falls and the first Snoqualmie people at this sacred spot.  You can learn more about the importance of the land to the tribe and what you can do to protect, respect and restore it on the Snoqualmie Tribe Ancestral Land Movement website.

There is also a small cafe with coffee and bakery goods along with a merchandise shop where you’ll find Chism’s works among other local and Native American artists.

I invite you to check out Robert’s other stunning images from the Pacific Northwest by visiting his gallery or following him on social media such as Instagram  or Facebook.