I went out hiking and got some photos a few days ago. Here's a waterfall I came across. I didnt have a tripod so I had to balance my camera and frame it as I could. How do you like this? Is it too bright in spots?

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a130/freeridemtb/Hiking%20July%2025%202007/welcomepasswaterfall2.jpg

There are some hotspots but, IMO, the biggest distraction are the errant branches across the scene. Good job on getting it without a tripod!

I concur with what Ken's saying.
John

I actually kinda like the branches there, as they were, but I can also see how they distract. It's hard not to get hot spots when the sun comes through the trees like that upon an otherwise shaded area. Is there a way to prevent burns without making the rest too dark, and without editing it out?

I like how you used the branches in the composition and don't find them distracting.
The hotspots aren't all that bad either. Nice shot.