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South Falls at Silver Falls State Park – Oregon

Silver Falls State Park in Oregon is in an area populated by waterfalls along a trail through the park. The best times to make photos are at first light and late afternoon when you don’t have to fight shadows and glare of the sun on the water.

When I upgrade my equipment, I always make a photo safari to this location.

Paddy

posted by paddrick

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I can see why this spot is a favorite of yours. It's beautiful. Thanks for sharing.

posted by GlowGal
over 2 years ago

So does our seeing this now mean that you have some new equipment??

posted by TJfromAZ
over 2 years ago

Naw; believe it or not, this is from when I upgraded from my Coolpix 990 to a Coolpix 5000.

So for me, these photos demonstrate all the more that editing software, and knowing how to use it, is all the more important in making an outstanding photo.

You've demonstrated that for me, time and time again.

Presently I use a Canon D20. If I fell into some money, I would buy more quality lenses instead of a new camera case.

Paddy

posted by paddrick
over 2 years ago

Beautiful, I am thinking of possibly visiting the Oregon area in 2011 or 12 and saw this park in the state parks and told myself this is a spot worth stopping.

posted by Pmacphoto
over 2 years ago

This is so beautiful--thanks for sharing your part of the U.S. with us.

posted by Eduk8er60
over 2 years ago

Szia, pmac’!

If you are going to come this way for waterfalls in Oregon, the two prime spots with the most falls are Silver Falls State Park and the waterfalls in the Columbia Gorge, anchored by Multnomah Falls and supported by many others.

If you are a serious photographer, plan on spending about four days or longer in each place. If you are a tourist, then catch as catch can.

In any event, it will be a wonderful visit for you. There are many other waterfalls here and there in the central Oregon corridor.

See my picture story of some of them at:

Paddy

posted by paddrick
over 2 years ago

These are outstanding pics - as are those in the slide-show.

posted by Scotbrit
over 2 years ago

There is a learned art to making photos of waterfalls. My preference is not to “freeze” the flowing water with a fast shutter speed.

A little slower shutter speed will produce a more natural looking flow of water. For me, a tripod is a must when making a photo of a waterfall.

Then, consideration must be given to the aperture, which is linked to both shutter speed and depth of field.

If there is a breeze that is moving trees and leaves, you may have to wait for a lull before clicking the shutter. Being mindful of these considerations in setting up the shot will allow you to compose with the end in mind.

Paddy

posted by paddrick
over 2 years ago

The Multnomah Falls are easily accessible from I-84 and are the most spectacular in the state.