Here’s a shot I took a month or so ago at one of my favorite waterfalls, Rutledge Falls in Manchester, TN.  I can’t even begin to tall you how tranquil and relaxing this place is at the end of the day.  To capture this image I had to get in the water.  I didn’t mind at all.  The water in the creek is spring fed and is very cold!  Perfect for a June in the South…or July, or August.  I collapsed my Vanguard Alta Pro 283CT to it’s lowest position to get my camera “eye level” with the cascade in the foreground to capture this unique point of view.  I also used my B+W Circular Polarizer to eliminate sheen from the water’s surface. foliage and rocks.  A cable release was also used to reduced camera shake.  The release is a pretty essential tool in my bag, I use it almost every time I use my camera.  Once I had my camera setup for the composition I wanted, I dialed in my polarizer, adjusted the camera settings (ISO 100, F/16 @ 3.2 seconds) and fired the shutter via camera release…about 3 seconds later this is what I got.

I hope you enjoy!  Looking at this picture again makes me want to drive back up there right now.