First Impression + bw

I almost forgot about this one from my recent Smokies trip. I knew "of" the Tremont area, so I got up early and headed out well before sunrise. Pitch black upon arrival, I had to wait for the light.

I was the only one here and as the light began to softly illuminate the forest I began shooting. I saw this beautiful cascade and immediately headed down to the water level on this big rock. It wasn't until I was finished and backed up the slope (and one other photographer arrived} that this was "the" spot. Im glad I was unaware and this photo represents my first reaction to the spot. Good thing it was past prime because I probably would have been shot down here by about 30 other photographers. Anyway I hope you enjoy my interpretation.

I felt obliged to include one from the classic position below. It's a b+w rendition which I like best as the peak was over.

Thanks again for all your time and comments

Canon 40D
10-22mm @ 17mm
CPL
.6 sec @ f 8
iso 100