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White Water

A mountain stream flows rapidly over rocks, surrounded by lush greenery and bare tree branches. The water appears frothy and dynamic, indicating a lively current. I took this photograph while hiking in the Smoky Mountains of Tennessee, along Middle Prong Little River, in the Tremont section.

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20 responses to “White Water”

  1. Penn,… Avatar
    Penn,…

    Foaming white water, … you’ve perfectly described the scene, my darling Phil, … you’re so lucky being able to see such a dynamic and vibrant scene,, … a stand and stare moment, enough to fill the soul, … to be able to see through your eyes, it makes you feel you’re actually standing there, beside you, drinking it all in, … have a wonderful Thursday, my friend, my poetic companion,… sending all my love from the UK to the US, first class of course,…❤️❤️❤️

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    1. Phil Avatar
      Phil

      Words flow from your creative soul like a mountain stream in spring, glistening in the light of a new day, so beautiful and welcoming. I so wish we could stand and stare as a pair, taking in all that nature has to share, white water and the emotion of the moment. I appreciate you so much, my darling Penny, and continue to wish on every star, near and far, that may bring such dreams to fruition. Sending all my love from the US to the UK, first class of course ❤️❤️❤️

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      1. Penn,… Avatar
        Penn,…

        Always first class, always, …❤️❤️❤️

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        1. Phil Avatar
          Phil

          Oui, ma chérie amour ❤️❤️❤️

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  2. John Avatar
    John

    Very beautiful! I admire your photographic skills, Phil. 👍🏻😎

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    1. Phil Avatar
      Phil

      Thanks so much, John!

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  3. Dirk Avatar
    Dirk

    What a wonderful scene. You can almost feel the power and freshness of the water! A beautiful place to pause and take it all in.

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    1. Phil Avatar
      Phil

      Thanks very much, Dirk. Indeed, that entire area in the Smoky Mountains has a variety of waterways, with many opportunities for photographer’s.

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  4. Mary K. Doyle Avatar
    Mary K. Doyle

    Your water shots always have a lot of movement, Phil.

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    1. Phil Avatar
      Phil

      Yes, I’d say that water shots are my favorite subject. Fortunately, I’ve found many such places to visit, and I also appreciate your visit, dear Mary. Thanks so much ~ wishing you a great day! 🤗

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  5. NEERAJ SINGH Avatar
    NEERAJ SINGH

    Gorgeous pic 💯

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    1. Phil Avatar
      Phil

      Thanks very much, Neeraj 👍

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  6. Vanya Wryter Consulting Avatar
    Vanya Wryter Consulting

    The water is alive! Can almost touch it!

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    1. Phil Avatar
      Phil

      It really is, always moving and changing course. I’m so glad you like it, dear Vanya, and wish you a wonderful day! 🤗

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  7. Niel Pienaar Avatar
    Niel Pienaar

    How do you achieve this? Do you have a dark glass filter over the lens and slow shutterspeed?

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    1. Phil Avatar
      Phil

      Hi Neil. I’m usually on site for such photography at or before sunrise, and shoot until the light becomes overwhelming, adding a polarizing lens (just 2 stops), at that point, to dim the brightness. I shoot RAW with manual settings, using a tripod, a nearly closed Aperture and the lowest ISO setting I can use, while metering the light via Shutter speed – preferably 1/2 second (or slightly faster, if the flow of water is voluminous) – and may at times underexpose the shot to keep the brightness down. Lastly, for post production I use Affinity Photo, Pure RAW3 and, at times, the Nik Collection. Thanks for visiting!

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      1. Niel Pienaar Avatar
        Niel Pienaar

        Thanks so much for a detailed description. Greatly appreciate it!

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  8. trumstravels Avatar
    trumstravels

    Gorgeous shot, your water shots are always lovely 😊

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    1. Phil Avatar
      Phil

      So glad you like it, my friend, and I appreciate your kind words. Have a great weekend, dear Susan 😊

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      1. trumstravels Avatar
        trumstravels

        You as well Phil 😊

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