Monday, 22nd December 2008
Natural Bridge
by Stephen Oachs
Natural Bridges State Beach, in Santa Cruz, California, is famous for its incredible natural bridge, as well as being an excellent location to view coastal birds, seals, otters and migrating whales. Washed by surf and the passing of time, the ancient rock formation known as, Natural Bridge, is all that remains of a much larger span of rock arches, eroded by the relentless repetition of the sea.
This photograph captures the photographer's love of the ocean. Through light and movement, it evokes the vast expanse and serenity, making us almost forget the power waiting under the surface. This image draws us into the sunset hours, as if we are standing on the last few feet of solid ground before land and sea merge, and light gives way to night.
Equipment: Canon 1Ds Mark III
Stephen Oachs
Stephen W. Oachs is a successful entrepreneur, technology veteran and award-winning photographer. He began his journey in photography the moment he picked up his first SLR camera. Ever since, his lenses have focused on the inspiring majesty of mother earth and the unflinching beauty of the animal kingdom.
Whether trekking through the wilds of Alaska, enduring the raw challenges of nature or experiencing the thrill of life on the edge, Stephen captures rare and breathtaking moments of light and time. His exceptional eye is filtered only by his passion for life, deep affinity with nature and love of adventure.
Website: www.lighttheexpedition.com
Natural Bridge by Stephen Oachs was photo of the day on Monday, 22nd December 2008. It is tagged Beach, Sea. You can leave a comment below.
29 Comments
Jim Atkin
I love the shot. I am fimiliar with the spot thus I am all the more impressed with your skill.
istvan
good timing, great light, excellent photo!
Srirama Raja
Great picture.
James and Kelly Stone
Great shot Stephen. The reflection is a beautiful addition to the already gorgeous scene. Well Done again!
Anurag
Beautiful shot, however I would have preferred the reflection of the arch to be a bit darker than what it is. Right now it gives me a kind of upside-down feeling.
Su
Nice shot. surreal
Waseem Asmar
what a terrific view !!!
amazing tones and perfect exposure settings
Mandy Kilpatrick
The colors and lights of the sky and reflection are nicely done. Congratulations!
Malta Photography
I like it. the reflection is pretty much in the right spot. Balanced color and mood.
Pauline Jones
The colors are just lovely.
mark
“This photograph captures the photographer’s love of the ocean. Through light and movement, it evokes the vast expanse and serenity, making us almost forget the power waiting under the surface.”
Self praise is no praise Stephen.
Let the rest of us do it for you. It’s no wonder you have won awards, this is just superb.
Hanna
Great shot, congratulations! The waves of the sea are alomost soapy, and the birds on top of the rock are beautiful. Well done!
Karmy
I really love your work Stephen
mark
Can I encourage everyone to have a look at Stephen’s site. It is just superb. He is one of the best nature photographers in the world at the moment. Absolutely brilliant.
planet lover
Beautiful colors. A serene moment and setting that shows the power of Nature’s forces. Great job!
Marie Dunphy Harding
I viewed some of Stephen’s work, it’s really phenomenal; with this shot being no exception.
Su
So pleased you won the National geographic with the snow leopard Truly wonderful shot congrats
Karmy
No word can describe his work… really superb websites and unutterably beautiful work.
laurens
Nature Rocks!
Lynn
What a lovely picture–I see this every day from my deck–lucky me—–
Sue Gagnon
This is a BEAUTIFUL vision of loveliness. This has an almost surreal feel to it, and I simply LOVE this photograph! Hear, hear!!
Katherine Lee Strassburg
I especially like the way the water smooths the entire beach making it reflect the rugged rock and the pastel cloudy sky. Each second at the beach is unlike every other. Very lovely potd.
Saleh Rubat
Wow so Amazing
Stephen Oachs
Thank you everyone for all your kind comments. It means a lot to me, thank you again.
Stephen
Ruben Lobo
It´s fantastic. I´m only a triying take ONE good picture and when I see your work I became sad. In Spain we have a lot lovely place to take a picture but I´ll never reach this …. Excuses for my english
mike
I love the reflections.
su
Still a nice shot a year down the line.
Renee
love it!
Renee
the water looks so calm too!