Autumn Flow at Great Falls
Golden autumn foliage frames the powerful cascades of Great Falls National Park as the Potomac River carves its way through ancient rock formations. Captured with a 30-second long exposure using a 10-stop ND filter, the rushing water transforms into smooth ribbons of white, creating a striking contrast against the rugged cliffs and vibrant fall landscape. This fine art photograph highlights both the raw power and peaceful beauty of one of Virginia's most iconic natural landmarks, inviting viewers to pause and appreciate the timeless rhythm of the river. #EngelPhotography #GreatFallsNationalPark #GreatFalls #PotomacRiver #Virginia #NationalPark #LongExposurePhotography #ND1000 #LandscapePhotography #FineArtPhotography #Waterfall #River #RockFormations #AutumnColors #FallFoliage #NaturePhotography #ScenicVista #TravelPhotography #NorthAmerica #LandscapesAndNature
Photographer
James Engel
Date & Time
Friday, October 14th, 2022 at 11:45 AM America/New_York
Focal Length
60mm
Shutter Speed
30 sec
Aperture
ƒ/16
ISO
64
Location
North America, The United States of America, District of Columbia, Virginia, Great Falls, Great Falls National Park, National Park, Potomac River
Keywords
Filter, ND-1000 (3.0), Fine Art Photography, Landscapes & Nature, Long Exposure Photography, Photography Effects, Photography Genres, Photography Techniques, Rock, Scenic Vista, Waterfall
Camera
Nikon D850
Approximate Map Location
Latitude: 38.9955905
Longitude: -77.2560066
Altitude: 521.0 meters / 1,709.3 feet
Longitude: -77.2560066
Altitude: 521.0 meters / 1,709.3 feet