Lava and water – that is what Iceland is made of. And when you put those two things together something quite incredible happens!
Hraunfossar, roughly translated as lava falls, was formed when a volcano erupted under a glacier creating a porous lava field through which the cold subterranean water gushes, seeps and cascades into a pristine river.
I visited in October when the autumn colours were at their best creating a majestic backdrop for the falls and the turquoise river beneath them.
I made all of these images with my Sony A6000 and the 55-210mm lens to isolate smaller portions of the falls.
These photos don’t show the scale of the place. You have to image them all side by side, going on for what seems like forever. If I were to name it, I would call it “Million Falls”.
I was so enamored by the details and patterns made by the various falls in the scene that I didn’t take a single photo that encompassed everything. We were too rushed for time and I was in love with the close-ups of different parts of the falls.
This was one of my favourite stops on the entire trip and unfortunately we only had 45 minutes to photograph here!
Next time, I will spend an entire day or more photographing this incredible location. I loved Iceland so much I know there will be a next time 🙂
Those are some really beautiful scenes, Anne! Looks like you were there at the perfect time.
Fantastic and mind blowing photographs! I just love nature clicked pictures. Thanks for sharing this post 🙂
What an enchanting place! Your images are beautiful Anne!
Beautiful shots, Anne!
Really nice Anne! I’ve seen so many images from Iceland lately, but I don’t think I’ve ever seen these.
Anne:
Enchanting indeed! Your photographic skills continue to impress me.
I also admire you for pursuing your dreams.
Sincerely,
Richard
Thanks so much Richard, your comments are very much appreciated 🙂
Oh my gosh, Anne, these shots are just amazing! What beautiful colors and details here!! I think my wife and I would love a chance to see Iceland in person, but in the meantime we are so happy for the chance to see it through your lens!
Thank you so much Toad! Iceland is very popular these days, but for a very good reason. It’s amazing!! Even though it is being heavily photographed right now, it’s still worth seeing it for yourself. Thanks for taking the time to comment.
Anne,
Phenomenal photos! I’m speechless. What time of the year were these taken?
Thank you so much David! I went in October. It was a great time of year to be there because of the fall colours, which I wasn’t even expecting! I’d love to see it in winter too. Thanks for your comments.
Beautiful. What is your “go to” shutter speed for the waterfalls?
Thank you.
Thanks Hale 🙂 I usually start at around half a second and go from there.