Engel Photography

Autumn Flow at Great Falls

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
Approximate Map Location
Latitude: 38.9955905
Longitude: -77.2560066
Altitude: 521.0 meters / 1,709.3 feet