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Runner and Surf

Runner and Surf

Powerful waves crashing in the background as a runner passes by, oblivious to the majestic scene to his left. Pismo Beach, California...
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Powerful waves crashing in the background as a runner passes by, oblivious to the majestic scene to his left. Pismo Beach, California
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Canon EOS 60D

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Aperture f/8.0 ISO 100 Shutter 1/500

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Dec, 2014

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114

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My objective with this photo was to capture the power of the sea in such a way that it seems about to crush the runner, who seems entirely focused on his own goals. This is how I see the vanity of humankind: we think we are in control.

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#runner #surf #nature #Pismo Beach #california

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