Long Exposure Coastline
October 05, 2026
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I took an image of this same shoreline at sunset, but I also loved this version from earlier that evening. I handheld the camera for a long exposure, allowing the waves to blur as they rolled onto the shore. I love the contrast between the cool blues of the ocean and the warmth of the forested coastline. There was something almost magical about sta...
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Waves Crashing
October 04, 2026
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I waited for the right moment to capture the waves crashing against these sea stacks, illuminated by the backlit sunset. Revisiting and editing these images brings back the smells and sounds of the ocean—the feeling of the mist in the air and the incredible beauty of the landscape created by the sea stacks, crashing waves, and fading light. There w...
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Silhouetted Sea Stack
September 27, 2026
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I love this magical light illuminating the sea mist, made more visible by the dark, silhouetted sea stack. I also love how the trees grow on these land formations carved by millions of years of ocean waves. These scenes make for incredibly beautiful landscapes, especially as the sun sets.
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Where Rainforests Meet the Sea
September 26, 2026
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Olympic National Park...where the rainforests meet the sea. The gray, misty ocean crashes against towering sea stacks, while just beyond the shoreline, lush, green forests thrive amid constant rain and harsh winds. There is something truly magical about this remote corner of the world, where such dramatically different environments collide, creatin...
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Pelicans over the Pacific
September 24, 2026
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I absolutely love a moody black-and-white landscape, and the Pacific Northwest provides the perfect setting for one. The sea stack, the sea mist, and the cloudy backdrop make for a beautiful landscape. Add in the squadron of Brown Pelicans, and the scene is complete.
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