When I went to Christmas Meadows for photography this was the photo that I had in my mind’s eye. You may notice the red paint brush flowers on the far side of the bank. I searched all over the near side of the bank for the same thing so I could place them in the direct foreground but it was to no avail.

The most difficult thing about this photo was waiting for a break from the numerous fish in the river rolling and creating ripples. I wanted as much of a calm river as I could get.