• Gilbert K. Chesterton.

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Multnomah Falls is the tallest waterfall in Oregon at 620ft and has an often-disputed claim as the 2nd tallest year-round waterfall in the United States. I am not sure about the height of the falls, but it is, without a doubt, one of the most recognized waterfalls. Even the folks who haven’t heard about the falls instantly recognize the shape, two-tiered structure, and the viewing bridge across the falls. I was somewhat surprised by the tiny viewing area for such a famous waterfall and soon realized that the available compositions are limited.

After taking the customary shot at the base of the falls, we hiked up to the viewing bridge, and I managed to make an image that I have not seen before. This composition is of the upper part of the Multnomah Falls from the viewing bridge. I like this composition a lot and felt this was a fresh look at this majestic waterfall without the elements that make it familiar.

Multnomah Falls, Columbia Gorge, Oregon

It was incredible going up to the bridge above the lower falls and seeing all the ice in the bowl of the...