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Fall Atop Kaaterskill Falls

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6×8″, Oils on canvas covered hardboard
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This painting was started a couple of weeks ago on a very chilly morning at the top of Kaaterskill Falls. It just needed a few minutes of studio touch-ups to call it done. This is one of my favorite painting spots, and I go there often to paint the stunning cascades as they spill over the rocks before plunging down the 279 feet of Kaaterskill Falls. It is the tallest waterfall in New York State.

This was a favorite spot of the Hudson River School painters as well. Back in those times, there was a dam up here to hold back the flow of water. A bucket would be lowered to the viewers below, who would each pay into the bucket for a water release to view the falls. Snack and drinks would also be lowered down to complete the attraction.

Posted by Jamie on Tuesday, October 20th, 2009 at 9:46 am.

3 Responses to “Fall Atop Kaaterskill Falls”

Hi, Jamie….this is great! How do you get to this spot? My husband and I wondered that when we were asked if we went up to the top. I loved the view we had and hope to paint it but now I need to add this to my list for when I get to come back!

Left by ruth ann sturgill on October 20th, 2009

Hi Ruth Ann. You have to come down from the top to get to this spot; you cannot climb up alongside the falls. People die trying to do that every year. They had three rescues and a death this year….so far.

The park rangers and DEC don’t promote this location nor show it on their maps. It can be pretty dangerous for careless or reckless individuals, though it is quite safe if you’re careful, and definitely safer than climbing up from below.

Left by Jamie on October 20th, 2009

Your paintings are wonderful! I am from the Hudson Valley (Cornwall/Newburgh area). Even tho I now live on the beautiful Florida Gulf Coast, I remember the mountains and change of seasons in NY. You’ve captured in beautifully! Thanks for the lovely views!

Left by Judie on October 21st, 2009

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