Upper Rapids

Most photographers don't understand how to blur the water to give their images the feeling of motion. It's my opinion the smaller the waterfall the longer the exposure. Niagara Falls is a big drink of water and too long of exposure makes this water look mushy. I have found I prefer my shutter in the 1/2 to 1/4 sec. range. While with smaller waterfalls I like long 5-6 sec. exposures. All this is achieved with ND filters to reduce the amount of light so you can drag your shutters.

Early Morning

Early morning view of the upper Niagara rapids.

Bridge to Canada

Lewiston Queenston bridge.

North Bridge

Early morning panorama of the north Grand Island bridge.

Niagara Gorge

View from the lower gorge trail.

Storm Born

Weathering the storm the Maid of the Mist holds fast against the turbulent waters of Niagara.

Stand up

I found this handsome guy in the creek today.