"Tranquility"- Bill Colon (unframed)

Tucked away in the lush foothills of North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains, Eastatoe Falls has long been a hidden gem — a ribbon of water cascading over mossy rock, quiet and uninterrupted by time. Named after the Eastatoe people, a band of the Cherokee Nation, the falls carry both natural beauty and cultural resonance.

In this striking photograph by Bill Colon, Eastatoe Falls is captured in a moment of serene motion. The long exposure softens each stream into silk, while the surrounding greenery frames the water like a secret kept between the forest and the stone. Shot with an instinctive eye and an appreciation for natural rhythm, this piece invites stillness, reflection, and awe.

Printed on high-quality satin photo paper, this 24x18" landscape-format print offers a vivid yet softly textured finish that complements the quiet movement of the scene. Whether displayed alone or as part of a gallery wall, this print brings the timeless calm of the Carolina wilderness into any space.

Photographed by Bill Colon, 2024. Location: Eastatoe Falls, Rosman, North Carolina.