Sierra Colors

© Ken Smith

Sierra Colors

Uploaded: September 23, 2013 03:44:51

Description

Along Highway 395, which runs north-south on the east side of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. There are many pockets of aspens, with brilliant fall colors, on the eastern slopes of the mountains. This photo was from Oct 19th, which is generally a good time to visit this area. Yosemite National Park, Lee Vining, Bodi ghost town, and Mono Lake are all within a few hours of each other.

F5, 1/640th sec, ISO 320, 220mm focal length

Exif: F Number: 5, Exposure Bias Value: 0.00, ExposureTime: 1/640 seconds, Flash: did not fire, compulsory flash mode, ISO: 320, White balance: Auto white balance, FocalLength: 220.00 mm, Model: Canon EOS 5D Mark II

Comments

Tammy M. Anderson level-deluxe September 23, 2013

Love the fall colors. Beautiful capture, Ken. #1545596

Michelle Alton September 23, 2013

Magnificent! Was in that vicinity once--saw all the places you name except Bodi.

I think "Lee Vining" is my favorite town name (so far). #10851728

William C. Raco level-classic September 23, 2013

Such beautiful color, light and scene
Outstanding, Ken #10851741

Eivor Kuchta September 23, 2013

Wonderful colors, Ken! #10851918

John Connolly September 23, 2013

A spectacular sight and capture Ken! The seasonal color here is phenomanal! #10851966

Randy D. Dinkins level-classic September 23, 2013

Beautiful color!! #10852036

Terry Cervi level-deluxe September 23, 2013

What gorgeous colors in this beautiful shot, Ken! #10852119

Cindy Bendush level-classic September 23, 2013

Perfect combination of color, mountain and sky - beautiful Ken! #10852258

Claudia Kuhn level-classic September 24, 2013

Gorgeous autumn color Ken! #10852906

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