Angel Falls by Nilla Palmer

Capturing the sheer scale of Angel Falls, the world’s highest uninterrupted waterfall, required significant dedication and a challenging journey. After a light plane flight to Canaima and a 90-kilometer trek by dugout canoe, the photographer navigated a steep, hour-and-a-half jungle hike to reach the primary lookout. The resulting image masterfully conveys the 980-meter drop of this natural wonder, balancing the immense verticality of the falls with the lush, dense textures of the surrounding Venezuelan rainforest. This photograph is award-worthy for its ability to translate the raw, inaccessible grandeur of a remote landscape into a singular, breathtaking moment of clarity and awe.

Angel Falls by Nilla Palmer
Olympus SP310 | Exposure 1/630sec @ f/6.3 | ISO 100
Light & Composition Photo of the Day

Nilla Palmer

REGISTERED PHOTOGRAPHER

Based in Brisbane, Australia, Nilla Palmer has cultivated a deep passion for global exploration and photography over the past 27 years. Her technical evolution spans from early 110mm film cameras to modern digital equipment, complemented by formal training in black-and-white darkroom techniques. Palmer specializes in capturing evocative, storytelling imagery that aims to inspire audiences to discover the world’s most remote and beautiful landscapes.

14.3/20
RESONANCE
SCORE
406/500
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Award Reach | Reviews
19,011 views | 4 Reviews
Award Winner Photo of the Day
Award Date September 1, 2012
Value 14.0
Clarity 13.0
Composition 17.0
Style 14.0
Skill 13.0
Photograph Location
Angel Falls, Venezuela

Resonance Score Breakdown

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Social Shares
5.0/5 points
1,694/1,000 Social Share
Page Views
5.0/5 points
19,011/2,500 Page View
Reviews
0.2/5 points
4/100 Review
Submissions
4.1/5 points
406/500 Submission
Jury Score: 71.0/80
Resonance Score: 14.3/20
Total Award Score: 85.3/100

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4 replies
  1. roz palmer says:

    Nilla always has an eye for the spectacular – this wonder, hidden away, but now exposed in all it’s glory for all to see & enjoy!!!

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