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The main attraction at Watkins Glen State park. Prints for sale @ http:--mark-papke.artistwebsites.com-

The main attraction at Watkins Glen State park. Prints for sale @ http:--mark-papke.artistwebsites.com-
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18 Comments |
ChixPixPhotography PRO
 
ChixPixPhotography March 26, 2015
Gorgeous
MnMCarta
 
MnMCarta April 12, 2015
Every time I go to NY I want to go here sooooo bad!!! this is soooo beautiful! :)
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RDVPhotography May 30, 2015
Gorgeous work! Appears to be spring, hope to get here this fall. Is there much water then?
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RDVPhotography June 05, 2015
Ran across your photo while voting in Enchanting Waterscapes, this one deserves a win.
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RDVPhotography September 10, 2015
Well see you made the finals to Resource Travel Inspiration as did I. This image was an inspiration to stop at Watkins Glen during my fall trip to the NE. Be there around 4th weekend in Oct,
Debrazig
 
Debrazig October 07, 2015
Simply breathtaking!
nandicmb
 
nandicmb October 07, 2015
Congratulations on your Runner Up win in Resource Travel Inspiration Photo Contest!
AgaPajak
 
AgaPajak October 07, 2015
One of the best photos I've seen!
jimhelmick
 
jimhelmick October 07, 2015
Excellent shot. I have not been to the park in almost 30 years - still fantastic.
MikeHiggins Platinum
 
MikeHiggins March 08, 2016
Magnificent work of art.
kathyk_abq
 
kathyk_abq August 22, 2016
Incredible shot! Great textures, and the water is perfect! :)
davidgerhartz
 
davidgerhartz February 21, 2017
Great shot have been there a few times .
sanyasadovnykova
 
sanyasadovnykova April 10, 2017
It's amazing! Thank you
Hippiechic
 
Hippiechic July 11, 2017
Wonderful capture .
dirkvangeel123
 
dirkvangeel123 August 18, 2017
Perfect picture!
Robertfoxx
 
Robertfoxx October 12, 2017
Ok now this is breath taking
james_avery
 
james_avery October 15, 2017
This is astounding
lennyallan PRO+
 
lennyallan November 16, 2019
even closer to this one, I have tried so hard to get this kinda quality picture but so far no dice...the finger lakes is one of the best places for secenry, and this from someone from Scotland
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Behind The Lens

Location

Took this at Watkins Glen State Park in Watkins Glen Ny.

Time

Taken in the mid morning/afternoon.

Lighting

Nothing really special about the lighting. It's in a pretty well shades area so no worry about too much sunlight. Can really be shot any time of day.

Equipment

This was shot with the Nikon D7000 and Nikon 17-55 2.8. I believe I used a Singh-Ray vari-n-duo as well.

Inspiration

It looks like a fantasy world. It's actually been shot to death by just about everyone.

Editing

It's a very busy place and nearly impossible to get a pic without people in it so I had to take multiple shots and blend them out. Other than than just contrast, sharpness, and a little vibrance.

In my camera bag

I just graduated from a Nikon D610 with Sigma 24-105 f4 to a Nikon Z6 with the Z 24-70 f4. I also have the Z 20 mm 1.8s, love that lens. Also the Tamron 100-400 and Rokinon 14mm 2.8.

Feedback

Be patient if you want to shoot here. Lots of people so take multiple shots.

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