Alaska Photo Graphics

Eshamy Stream, Prince William Sound, Alaska

Eshamy Stream flows out of Eshamy Lake and into Eshamy Bay, located on the western shores of Prince William Sound, the world's northernmost temperate rainforest. The clear, pure water is a refreshing sight.

The Sound has been revealed to the world due to the Exxon oil spill in 1989 that spoiled life on land and sea. In spite of this tragic event, it remains one of the world's grand scenic wonders.

I've accessed this stream on a number of occasions, since it is a favorite hike and yields amazing photo opportunities. No roads will take you there however, access is by air or water only.

The fluid feel of this image is attributed to the long shutter speed, which blurs the water into a creamy white spray. To achieve this look, I used a two-stop neutral density filter. This filter, which screws on to the end of the lens, restricts the amount of incoming light, and therefore requires more time for a proper exposure. That little bit of extra time is just enough to make this scene work.