Phil Perkins • Photography

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Cave Behind Waterfall
This photograph was taken from inside a massive cave underneath the 40-foot tall Big Laurel Falls, located in the Virgin Falls State Park. Although the water level along Big Laurel Creek was low during my visit, its interesting that the entire area sits on top of a broad network of subterranean caverns. As such, this waterfall (and others) disappear underground, oftentimes to reemerge some great distance away.

You can find a variety of fine prints featuring my photography in the following galleries, including such options as framed, canvas, art, metal, wood, poster, acrylic and tapestry. Other products are also available…
- Pixels
- Redbubble
- ArtPal
Thanks for visiting & enjoy the great outdoors!
Phil

January 29, 2023

Nature, Photography
Behind the Falls

Big Laurel Falls stands 40-feet tall. However, as with many waterfalls situated on the Cumberland Plateau, the volume of water present diminishes during generally drier, summer months.

That said, at times such as these it’s much easier to enjoy exploring the cave behind the falls, which has dimensions of approximately 160-feet wide by 80-feet deep. Located on top of a large network of caverns, the water from this creek and falls drains back inside the cave and vanishes underground.

To see more, you can either hike the Virgin Fall State Natural Area, or visit my galleries to discover great prints & other items available, here: Pixels, Redbubble.

Thanks for stopping by!

Phil

August 2, 2022

Nature, Photography
Big Laurel Creek
Although the water was low during my visit to the Virgin Falls State Natural Area, home to Big Laurel Creek and several other points of interest, I did observe a few deep pools of crystal-clean, turquoise water. You can see more – prints, gifts & apparel – in these shops:
Phil

July 31, 2022

Nature, Photography
Cave Behind Waterfall

This cave is located at the Virgin Falls State Park, in Sparta, Tennessee, immediately behind Big Laurel Falls. As photographed, the water drains back into the cave and underground.

If you’d be interested in a beautiful accent piece for a wall in your home, then do stop by my galleries to find something special → Pixels, ArtPal. Thanks!

Phil

June 8, 2022

Nature, Photography
Shots from the Trail
You can see fine prints and other items available in the following galleries:
- Big Laurel Falls – Pixels, ArtPal
- Smoky Mountains Sunrise – Pixels, ArtPal
- Upper Lynn Camp Falls – Pixels, ArtPal
Phil

June 7, 2022

Nature, Photography
Shots from the Trail

This photograph was taken roadside in Robbinsville, North Carolina, along the Cheoah River, and features white water rapids. Prints and more are available in my galleries at Pixels and ArtPal.

Despite low water levels in Big Laurel Creek, it was easy to locate some scenic areas among the boulders to photograph. Prints and more are available in my galleries at Pixels, ArtPal and Redbubble.

Phil

June 5, 2022

Nature, Photography
Big Laurel Falls
I shot this photograph of Big Laurel Falls using my zoom lens from the other side of a large cave. Located in the Virgin Falls State Park, near Sparta, Tennessee, the waterfall stands 40-feet tall. You can enjoy fine prints and more when you visit any of the following galleries:
Thanks for stopping by!
Phil

June 3, 2022

Nature, Photography
Forest Boulders and Creek

Located at the Virgin Falls State Park of Tennessee, this photograph features Big Laurel Creek with a low water level. See more: Pixels, ArtPal, Redbubble.

Phil

June 2, 2022

Nature, Photography
Big Laurel Creek
Despite low water levels at Big Laurel Creek during my recent visit, and, given that the creek exhibits periodic subterranean detours through a network of caverns before reemerging, there were nevertheless a few areas where I observed deep pools of crystal-clear water…case in point.

If you might be interested in a fine print, or other items featuring my photography, may I suggest that you visit the following galleries to review several options available:
- Pixels
- ArtPal
- Redbubble
Thanks very much!
Phil

May 30, 2022

Nature, Photography
Big Laurel Falls

Yesterday, my alarm clock sounded at 3:30 a.m. and I headed to the kitchen to make coffee. After a few cups at my computer, I used the restroom and was on the road within the hour, headed to the Virgin Falls State Natural Area in White County, Tennessee.

I wanted to visit Big Laurel Falls, a 40-foot tall waterfall along a five mile out and back hike rated as difficult. The park is connected with the Lost Creek State Natural Area, both of which rest upon Tennessee’s largest network of underground caverns (featuring five entrances, with seven miles of mapped passages).

Prints are available in the following galleries: Pixels, ArtPal & Redbubble.

What makes these areas interesting is that creeks and waterfalls disappear underground into the caverns, including: Big Laurel Falls, Sheep Cave, Virgin Falls and Lost Creek Falls. The same is true with Big Laurel Creek: it’s visible, then not, only to return once again somewhere downstream.

The cave is approximately 160-feet wide and 80-feet deep. Runoff from the waterfall drains to the back of the cave, flowing along the wall toward the center before vanishing underground. The surface of the cave is mostly sand, and, when standing near the back, has a distinctive spongy feel. Listening closely, one can hear water flowing underfoot, and there are a few areas resembling small sinkholes, pockets where sand has collapsed.

Thanks for stopping by!

Phil

May 29, 2022

Nature, Photography
Black And White Cave

Located in the Colditz Cove State Natural Area, at Northrup Falls, this black and white photography highlights substantial overhanging cliffs – caves – which were used historically as shelter by indigenous people. A variety of prints and other items are now available for sale in my shop at Pixels.

Phil

July 11, 2021

Nature, Photography
Northrup Falls
Cumberland Plateau

Located in the Colditz Cove State Natural Area, near Allardt, Tennessee, the picturesque 65-foot tall Northrup Falls provides visitors a quiet retreat to enjoy nature. The gorge itself is also a sight to see, with significant overhanging cliffs offering geological interest, as well as natural shelter.

Visit my gallery to find a print of interest for your home or office. You can select from the following available print types:

framed
canvas
art
metal
poster
acrylic
wood
tapestry

Thanks for stopping by!
Phil

July 4, 2021

Nature, Photography
Black And White Cave
Overhanging Cliffs

This black and white geological photograph was taken at Northrup Falls, where overhanging cliffs extend outward up to 50-feet. It’s a great place to get out of the rain and has a history serving as shelter for indigenous peoples, many moons ago. Today, you can enjoy this print on a wall in your home or office with your purchase from my gallery. There are many options to choose from, and customization is also available so you can call it your own.

Thanks for stopping by!

framed
canvas
art
metal
poster
wood
acrylic
tapestry
Phil

June 23, 2021

Nature, Photography
Northrup Falls

This is Northrup Falls, a 65-foot tall waterfall located in the Colditz Cove State Natural Area near Allardt, Tennessee.

Visitors hiking this moderately difficult 1.3 mile out and back trail can understand why cliff dwelling Indians made this their home approx. 3,000 years ago – overhanging cliffs extend outward nearly 50-feet in some areas, providing substantial natural shelter.

If you’d enjoy a print in your home or office, stop by my gallery at Pixels to select something for yourself or as a gift to give. Thanks!

Phil

June 22, 2021

Nature, Photography
Northrup Falls

Overhanging Cliffs

This sepia tone photograph highlights geological formations surrounding Northrup Falls, a 65-foot tall waterfall located on the Cumberland Plateau at the Colditz Cove State Natural Area near Allardt, Tennessee. Prints available.

Thanks for shopping!

Phil

May 22, 2021

Nature, Photography