Syzygy

Gallery: LandscapePosted January 11, 2013379 views12 comments

The title refers to the fact that this scene coincidentally appeared during a recent full moon, aligning the sun, earth and moon. In any case, this is one of my favorite local locations here along the Pacific Grove shoreline looking due north towards Santa Cruz, CA. I've been chasing a different comp of this formation for months/years, and thought that it might all come together on this morning, but alas, the shot in my mind continues to elude me. At one point, I took a step back and noticed this comp, then nervously waited for the head-high breakers to pound the other side of this formation, which in some cases was large enough to send water pouring over the top of the rocks. I always appreciate any honest critique or opinions, thanks for looking.

5dmkii, 16-35, LR4/PS6 and of course, TKs Lum Masks

Comments

12 comments

Comment posted by Joana Roncero on January 11, 2013 at 11:47 AM

Honestly, it is a great shot; the lighting, the composition, everything is ok to me
Congrats
Joana

Registered on August 27, 2012, 17 Posts, 70 Comments

Comment posted by Phil Pogledich on January 11, 2013 at 12:16 PM

Lots to appreciate here Jared, including the surf dissipating over the rock formation and the excellent sunset colors. Very strong capture in all respects. Not bad considering it wasn't what you set out to capture.

Registered on August 24, 2009, 123 Posts, 3099 Comments

Comment posted by Marc Adamus on January 11, 2013 at 12:50 PM

Very unusual subject here, Jared....the focal point being a waterfall coming from nowhere! I like it. Nice handling of the subtle lighting and glow.

Registered on September 17, 2005, 780 Posts, 8091 Comments

Comment posted by Stan Rose on January 11, 2013 at 3:05 PM

Pretty scene! Has about a .5-1 degree tilt on the horizon

I would have liked this better with more falls and less fg rocks, but overall its pretty nice.

Registered on September 15, 2005, 836 Posts, 17099 Comments

Comment posted by Nick Bristol on January 11, 2013 at 3:07 PM

Jared, I think this is really nice! The light here is beautiful and I love the falls.

Nick Bristol
Lone rock, WI

Registered on February 1, 2004, 752 Posts, 14140 Comments

Comment posted by Aaron Feinberg on January 11, 2013 at 3:56 PM

The light hitting the water coming over the rocks is sick. Comp is a bit unbalanced to the right. Left side relatively empty. Might focus on just isolating the cool water. Right now the lines in the rock have the eyes going right to left...off the image and away from the interest. Very very cool spot though. And great light!

aF

Registered on October 26, 2009, 399 Posts, 2789 Comments

Comment posted by Morris McClung on January 11, 2013 at 8:57 PM

Excellent lght, color, and moment captured.

Registered on May 7, 2007, 670 Posts, 19650 Comments

Comment posted by Brian Schrayer on January 11, 2013 at 10:29 PM

I like this one a lot Jared. The warm light on the foreground and in the sky gives this an inviting feel. I also like the texture in the water and the flow of the water over the middle-ground rocks as the waves crash in. This gives the image a very dynamic feel. Print it large and enjoy it!!

Registered on May 28, 2004, 114 Posts, 2890 Comments

Comment posted by Mark Metternich on January 11, 2013 at 11:13 PM

Looks great Jared! Simple, peaceful and great light.

I would consider correcting the light fall off on the upper left hand corner with a graduated adjustment in raw.

Registered on June 19, 2009, 276 Posts, 6240 Comments

Comment posted by Catherine Gagne on January 12, 2013 at 8:11 PM

I like everything about it.

Registered on July 29, 2012, 33 Posts, 114 Comments

Comment posted by Tony Kuyper on January 12, 2013 at 10:34 PM

Gorgeous place. You really caught the water at it's peak moment. Excellent textures and light throughout.

Registered on November 1, 2003, 364 Posts, 22328 Comments

Comment posted by Joseph Campisi on January 14, 2013 at 12:43 PM

I like it as is Jared, wouldn't change anything. Love that soft light!

Registered on November 24, 2008, 304 Posts, 3211 Comments