Just after a storm went through Monterey, I'd heard that the waves were big, so I went to shoot the Lone Cypress, and caught this sunset. ...
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Just after a storm went through Monterey, I'd heard that the waves were big, so I went to shoot the Lone Cypress, and caught this sunset.
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Chatter Award
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Winner in Long Exposure Shots Photo Challenge
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People's Choice in Monterey Bay, California Photo Challenge
Contest Finalist in The Magic Of Moving Water Photo Contest
People's Choice in Your best Seascape Photo Challenge
Contest Finalist in Beautiful Trees Photo Contest
People's Choice in Still standing Photo Challenge
People's Choice in Wonders of Photoshop Manipulations Photo Challenge
People's Choice in The Wonders of Nature Photo Challenge
Winner in Cliffs and waters Photo Challenge
Winner in Long Exposure Landscapes Photo Challenge
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Winner in Peace and Tranquility Photo Challenge
Contest Finalist in Best Shot Photo Contest
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Contest Finalist in Coastal Landscapes Photo Contest
Contest Finalist in Covers Photo Contest Vol 19
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KarlWilliamsPhotography
February 04, 2015
This is absolutely superb, Glenn - both lighting and processing top drawer!
raegi
February 13, 2015
Was this in Uclulet? I think i know this scenery! Very nice shot! Thank you for sharing!!!!
heasley
March 11, 2015
Beautiful capture. Did you use multiple layers to get the water in motion but the birds in sharp focus? Would be interested to know how yo processed this shot.
TobinPhoto
September 10, 2016
considering this was an 8/1 exposure, the bird is definitely from another exposure
showbiz
March 17, 2015
Wow, your shot is almost identical in post as my entry but from the right side. Love the long exposure to give the waves that cool effect.
nina050
May 06, 2015
Absolutely stunning rendition of a scene that has been captured on camera countless times. You brought a whole new dimension to it with this photo. Congrats!!
kathymuhle
May 06, 2015
Love the muted tones the lighting and the waves - a photo to be proud of - congrats on your win!
synergySB52
May 06, 2015
Congratulations on your Award & Prize for Coastal Landscapes! Very much deserved.....outstanding editing!
mattvoigt
May 07, 2015
Cypress Point. I've been there many times but never saw it as beautiful as this. Wonderful shot
generooney
May 13, 2015
Beautiful Shot! Going to Maine and July and looking for something similar to photograph as a coastal shot!
snowdon
June 02, 2015
Artistic, great work, congratulations on your Finalist Win in Best Shot competition
wtlphoto
June 25, 2015
Beautiful lighting and wonderful composition. Congratulations and thank you for sharing!
artbyJoel
January 24, 2017
You Are The Best !NOW I KNOW WHO WINS ALL THE CONTESTS I LOVE MONTEREY And CARMEL AREA.. I Was THERE FOR 16 WEEKS IN 1962 FOR BASIC TRAINING AT FORT ORD I WENT TO MONTEREY EVERY CHANCE I COULD . NOW I HAVE TO GO BACK THANKS FOR THE MEMORIES JOEL .
mcampi
January 21, 2018
I have seen hundreds of shot from this angle and by far this is the very best I have ever seen.. Congrats on all the awards you deserve everyone plus many more.
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Location
This is the famed Lone Cypress at Pebble Beach. Since I lived in Monterey at the time, I was ready available to go there on a moment's notice. It was the $9 entry fee that kept me from going regularly.Time
Since the tree is on the west coast, I knew that the best time of day to photograph her, was at sunset. I had tried to photograph her at different times of the day, but she really shines at sunset.Lighting
The tail end of a storm had just blown through and I was hoping to catch a spectacular sunset with electric reds, oranges, purples, etc., but, typical of the area, the overcast sky dominated the scene. A slight glow of the warm sun managed to trickle it's way in to warm the scene. The dichotomy of the lonesome tree with the dreary overcast sky and the warm glow from the sun gave this image an eerie feel. It was as if the tree had weathered the great storm, and proudly stands, triumphantly on its rocky pedestal.Equipment
I used a Nikon D800 with a Nikon 24-70 f/2.8 lens, and a Hakuba carbon fiber tripod.Inspiration
A storm had blown through the area and as the tail end passed, I thought the potential for a good shot of the Lone Cypress was possible. The clincher was when I had heard that the waves were high, and that would help make this image more powerful. I grabbed my gear, payed the $9 entry fee, and dashed to the location, not knowing what to expect. The weather in Monterey changes from day to day, sometimes, even hour to hour. One minute it's sunny, the next minute it's foggy.Editing
The light was perfect for the scene when the sun was setting, but the light was too bright for the white water, so I took the exposure of the water about 20 minutes after the rest of the scene. The darker light gave me the advantage of slowing the shutter speed to the point that the water would have some movement. I paired the two together in Photoshop. I felt that the image was too devoid of life, so I added two seagulls in photoshop. I used a couple of filters in Nik Color Efex Pro 4 to get the moody feel.In my camera bag
I usually take two Nikon D800's, one to remain on the tripod for the duration of the shoot to catch the changing light, and the other body to catch any grab shots I see. My main "go to" lens is the Nikon 24-70 f/2.8. It's a fantastic lens with great versatility. I also have the Nikon 14-24 f/2.8 for ultrawide perspectives, and the Nikon 70-200 f/2.8 for getting in tight, and isolating subjects from the background. I usually carry a Nikon SB800 flash in case I need some auxiliary light. I also carry extension tubes and a focus rail in case I see any macro possibilities.Feedback
Concentrate on the shot at hand. Trying to get too many different images in one shoot will dilute the impact of all the images. It is far better to come out with one great image, than 100 mediocre images.