There are a ridiculous number of waterfalls in the Upper Peninsula, but this was the most gorgeous. I felt like I was in a trance wandering around all sides, making waaay too many photos of it. This was my favorite image, but it just doesn’t pop with the beauty I saw there. Not sure what it’s missing. Better light?
As an aside, I got into trouble halfway up the right side of the falls on a trail, when I stepped out into the shallows just above the main part of the falls to get a side shot. It was flat there, and no danger, except when I looked down I saw a wee little frog leaping frantically out of my way. I responded with my own frantic dance trying not to step on him, and instead slipped and landed on my back in the water, WITH MY CAMERA. Completely drenched, I struggled to my feet, staring in horror at my also completely drenched camera. No longer in a trance, I was instead mute with despair. This was the first week of a 3 week trip, no spare camera body along, and we were in a very isolated area. Amazon to the rescue! When I realized they could actually ship a replacement to our next campground, the relief was immeasurable. And certainly a BIG lesson learned - never travel without a spare!
Specific Feedback Requested
As I mentioned above, I feel like the image (or processing of it) is lacking the power of the beauty of the scene I saw. It was a grey day, which is good for long exposure waterfalls, but maybe not so good for the drama I’m looking for? I did a fair amount of dodging and burning, but something is missing…hoping y’all can help! Any and all ideas are welcome. Thanks in advance.
Technical Details
I shot it on a Sony A7RIII, at 24mm, ISO 100, F20, and o.6sec shutter speed. With these settings I did not have to use a ND filter. Although it was fall, it was early and the golds were just beginning, so I did do some color work to bring the yellows up in PP.
