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The Famous Photo - Grand Teton National Park

In case you were wondering about the most photographed scene in Grand Teton National Park, I suspect this is it - a reprise in color of Ansel Adams' famous photo from the Snake River overlook. Unfortunately, I could not capture an element, possibly the most important element of Adams' composition; the dramatic "S" bend in the river drawing the viewer into the scene. In my defense, Adams took his photo from the roof of his station wagon with a tripod. The best I could do was a two foot retaining wall and of course the trees must have grown several feet in the 70-odd years since Adams preserved the view. View is to the west.
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8 comments

sea-herdorf said:

Sattes Grün
und die letzten Schneereste in den Bergen,
ein schöner Kontrast, mg,
freundliche Grüße und einen schönen Abend,
Erich
8 years ago ( translate )

mg1744 replied to sea-herdorf:

Danke Erich. I really am at a loss to describe my feelings about this place; just fantastic, all things great and small.
Best wishes from Colorado, Mark
8 years ago

Roger (Grisly) said:

A fabulous capture of this iconic location, love the colours.
8 years ago

mg1744 replied to Roger (Grisly):

Thanks Roger!
8 years ago

Ulrich John said:

A wonderful view with striking colours ! A great landscape and a very nice picture !
8 years ago

mg1744 replied to Ulrich John:

Danke John; so glad you like it.
Greetings, Mark
8 years ago

Marie-claire Gallet said:

WOW, this landscape is a feast for the eyes, Mark !!!! **********************
8 years ago

mg1744 replied to Marie-claire Gallet:

Thanks Marie-claire. While there are so many other places I would love to visit, I have to admit that I'm considering another trip to "feast" my eyes.
Greetings, Mark
8 years ago