Nature Torc Waterfall

Torc Waterfall · 05:38 AM

This is a lovely spot in Killarney National Park, maybe six kilometres south of Killarney town itself. There is a roadside stop and a 200m walk, so it is both easy to find and to get to... unlike so many other Irish sites! Being right on the famed Ring of Kerry circular drive, I am sure about one million other photos exist of this spot.

We got there in the evening as light was fading, which is perfect for long exposures. I used a broken tripod and clambered over rocks to get almost inside some of the pools. I manually overlaid shots with custom curves in order to get enhanced dynamic range. (I have yet to try an HDR program I like.) My PP is different from any other I have tried before. I wanted to keep a certain dark romantic look.

I think I am developing a special fondness for two of these shots, but tell me your favourites (if any). Comments welcome as always.

Torc Waterfall 1

(Shot with the DA 12-24mm.)

Torc Waterfall 2

(Shot with the DA 12-24mm.)

Torc Waterfall detail 1

(Shot with the Vivitar Series 1 105mm macro.)

Torc Waterfall detail 2

(Shot with the Vivitar Series 1 105mm macro.)

Torc Waterfall detail 3

(Shot with the Vivitar Series 1 105mm macro.)

**Tamia** · 08-23-2010, 06:41 AM

Beautiful spot, Robin. I can see why you like this falls so much. I like the first and last best. First, because of the depth and also the softly outlined submerged rocks as well as the green highlights. Last because of the tendrils of water over the stepped falls. The second one is a bit blue for my taste, but that's just a personal thing. Well done.

**Sailor** · 08-23-2010, 11:57 AM

These look great to me, Robin. Lush with rich color.

Jer

civiletti · 08-23-2010, 01:40 PM

I can see why many compare Ireland and NW Oregon. We have more conifers, these look a lot ike home. Nice photos.

**rparmar** · 08-23-2010, 01:58 PM

Thanks Jer, Tamia, Civiletti!

Tamia, I think I agree about the blue and prefer the more muted look of the last shot.

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08-23-2010, 06:41 AM	#2
Tamia Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Here, there, and everywhere. Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 4,384	Beautiful spot, Robin. I can see why you like this falls so much. I like the first and last best. First, because of the depth and also the softly outlined submerged rocks as well as the green highlights. Last because of the tendrils of water over the stepped falls. The second one is a bit blue for my taste, but that's just a personal thing. Well done.

08-23-2010, 11:57 AM	#3
Sailor Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Coastal Texas Photos: Gallery Posts: 26,205	These look great to me, Robin. Lush with rich color. Jer

08-23-2010, 01:40 PM	#4
civiletti Pentaxian Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Oregon Photos: Albums Posts: 1,435	I can see why many compare Ireland and NW Oregon. We have more conifers, these look a lot ike home. Nice photos.

08-23-2010, 01:58 PM	#5
rparmar Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2008 Photos: Gallery Posts: 8,819 Original Poster	Thanks Jer, Tamia, Civiletti! Tamia, I think I agree about the blue and prefer the more muted look of the last shot.