Location: Black Mountains Overlook, Milepost 342 on the Blue Ridge Parkway
This tear in the heavens opened up as the fog rolled above making for this beautiful spotlight display along the Black Mountain Overlook. Taken on October 12, 2013.
Camera: Canon 60D
Lens: 18-200mm
Focal Length: 18mm
ISO: 320
Shutter: 1/50
Aperture: f/13
Filters: Circular Polarizer
Exposure: Manual
How I Got This Shot: This picture was taken on 10-12-2013 after spending the morning at Graveyard Fields and the overlooks south of Asheville my husband and I planned to spend the afternoon and evening at Mt.Mitchell and Craggy Gardens. Unfortunately, as we traveled north up the parkway the fog set in so we were not able to fully enjoy either stop.
We decided to travel on up the Parkway taking a chance on getting below the weather in order to taken in one last peak of some beautiful fall color. As we approached the Black Mountains Overlook we noticed the small tear forming in the clouds. Much to our surprise and pleasure we were able to watch the heavens open up for a brilliant light display that lasted about 15 minutes spotlighting the Black Mountains before us.
This picture was processed with Photomatix to bring out a little bit more of the beautiful fall colors.
Photography is a hobby my husband and I both enjoy. We learn something new with every exposure. Comments, tips and techniques are greatly appreciated.
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- Additional photographs by Edwards Art & Photography
- Categories where this photo is found: Mountain Horizons, Overlook Views