National Parks: A Photographer's Guide to the Great Smoky Mountains
Get to know the Great Smoky Mountains National Park! Join Richard Bernabe for an in-depth photographer’s guide to this amazing and very accessible national park. From cool flowing water to scenic vistas and historic cabins, the Great Smoky Mountains has an unending supply of photogenic spots that are easily accessible by car or short hikes. In this class Richard shares his tips and techniques for photographing moving water, sunrises and sunsets, historic landmarks, and much more! By the end of the class you’ll have a new appreciation for where to go and what to photograph in this beautiful park.
Release Date: 2024-06-27
Lessons
Introduction
The instructor introduces the class and discusses what will be covered in the lessons that follow.
Duration: 0 mins 34 seconds
Ben Morton Overlook and Tremont
Richard shares the view from Ben Morton Overlook, then heads to Tremont for a moving water shot.
Duration: 5 mins 34 seconds
Ephemeral Waterfall
Stopping off the road for a small, but beautiful waterfall that only flows in the spring.
Duration: 3 mins 24 seconds
River Bend
Richard stops at a very popular photo spot at a bend in the river.
Duration: 2 mins 6 seconds
Middle Prong Trail
Heading off on a trail full of beautiful waterfall opportunities.
Duration: 3 mins 6 seconds
Photographing Forests
Overcasts days are a good time to frame up some forest photos.
Duration: 5 mins 23 seconds
Cascades
All along the road you’ll find a number of photogenic cascades that are worth the stop.
Duration: 2 mins 56 seconds
Meigs Falls
This is a great stop for a waterfall framed by trees with a great leading line.
Duration: 3 mins 40 seconds
Foothills Parkway
Sometimes fog is your friend and sometimes it is too much, so be prepared with a plan B.
Duration: 2 mins 26 seconds
Wildflowers
This park is a great place for photographing wildflowers in the spring.
Duration: 6 mins 7 seconds
Reflections
Sunny days are a great time to photograph reflections.
Duration: 2 mins 31 seconds
Clingmans Dome
This is the highest point in the Smoky Mountains and a great spot for sunrise or sunset.
Duration: 1 mins 30 seconds
Cades Cove
A great open field in the park for morning shots.
Duration: 9 mins 14 seconds
Restored Cabins
There are a collection of cabins that have been restored and maintained by the park.
Duration: 5 mins 30 seconds
Conclusion
Richard wraps up the class with some closing thoughts to help you move forward.
Duration: 0 mins 25 seconds