This week’s picture of the week has a slightly differently look and feel than last week’s.  This particular night was almost a full moon night and it was incredibly bright… not something you would normally go for when doing night photography, but it was a fun night.  My nephew and I were just hanging out in the parking lot waiting on the shot and coyotes got to howling and it truly sounded like we were surrounded.  A little un-nerving, but definitely a neat experience… and one that you’ll only have in the middle of the night.  Throughout this process I’ve really come to appreciate Cades Cove at night… it takes a little more effort because you have to go on foot or bicycle… but if I’m honest, I’d say it is my favorite time to go right now.

–Dan Thompson