On the drive down the west coast of New Zealand, along the Haast Pass, I stopped by this magnificent waterfall. I tip-toed out into ankle-deep water and set up, waiting for the sun to be partially covered by some low-lying cloud. I couldn't have timed it any better as just after I made this image, it started to rain.
This magical place is called Thunder Creek Falls. I feel the title chosen for this image is befitting of this beautiful site, as it was, quite clearly, as you're probably able to discern, rather serene.
Again, this is the natural colour of the water, due to glacial melt. The sound of the water was incredible; once again, dynamic.
Having used such a small aperture has worked in my favour as the softness prevalent evokes a dream-like quality to the image. I can guarantee you that in the large-format print, that it is crisp, sharp and the soft glow over the rocks and water looks like magic.
Inspired by Slowdive's soothing shoegazing aural wonder.
Canon EOS 5D Mark II, Canon EF 17-40mm f/4L USM
4s f/22.0 at 17.0mm iso100
Slightly higher resolution image can be seen
here.
Comments and critique is most welcome.
Regards,
Humayun