Diagonal Tension

727 photographs using diagonal tension, from across the portfolio, shot between 2005 and 2025.

Storm clouds over a rocky reef on the Bermagui coast at dawn, long-exposure water between stratified formations, a sliver of light at the horizon.

Reef at First LightSouth Coast

A waterfall drops down a steep grey cliff into a boulder-strewn stream at Pyengana, Tasmania, sunlit tree ferns bright on the left bank.

Falls Through the GorgeTasmania

A stratified sandstone rock stack on the South Coast at dawn, with storm clouds above and long-exposure surf on wet sand.

Stratified Stack Before DawnSouth Coast

Tall fluted columns of ancient marble stand against a clouded winter sky above the ruins of Athens.

Fluted Columns Against Winter SkyAthens

Wet sand ripples on a tidal flat at Coffs Harbor reflect the predawn sky above dark basaltic rock outcrops.

Mirrored Sand at Low TideNew South Wales

Sunlight filters through bare branches onto a snow-covered forest floor at Perisher Valley, revealing green eucalyptus leaves and peeling bark.

Eucalyptus in Winter SnowSnowy Mountains

Rippled wet sand reflecting intense orange light at dawn on Spoon Bay beach, with a misty horizon beyond breaking waves.

Rippled Sand at DawnNew South Wales

Dark wet rocks with white foam in the foreground and warm light on the edge of heavy storm clouds above the Western Australian coast.

Rock Platform in Breaking SurfWestern Australia

Storm clouds over dark rocks and turbulent surf on the South Coast at dawn, with sea stacks in the mid-ground.

Storm Front at DawnSouth Coast

Sunlit coastal pines and rocky terrain above the turquoise bay, Far East Marine Reserve, with low clouds over distant mountains.

Coastal Pines Above the CoveFar East Marine Reserve

Fractured dark rock layers and wet sand reflect dawn light below scattered clouds at Byron Bay, Queensland.

Rock Platform at First LightNew South Wales

A massive rock formation stands at the left of the frame, with a sandy beach curving past sea stacks along the Lazovsky coast under overcast skies.

Headland Over Sandy ShoreLazovsky Reserve

Crepuscular rays cut through storm clouds over the ocean at dusk near Coffs Harbor, with barnacle-covered rocks and wave foam below.

Offshore Light at DuskNew South Wales

Bright evergreen saplings emerge from deep fissures in the trunk of an old tree in the forest of Petrova Island, Lazovsky Reserve.

New Growth in Cracked BarkLazovsky Reserve

High-angle view of the Iman River winding through an autumn valley, with vibrant foliage in the foreground and forested banks fading into haze.

Valley Bend at Golden HourPrimorsky Krai

A flat pasture with grazing cattle in the foreground extends to forested ridgelines under heavy grey clouds with light filtering through, Chuguyevsky District.

Rain Over Forested RidgesChuguyevsky District

Dark rock formations extend diagonally into long-exposure surf along the Forster coast at dawn, warm horizon light breaking through heavy cloud cover.

Rock Shelf in the MistNew South Wales

Rounded boulders on a curved Queensland beach at predawn, long-exposure water flowing between them toward a forested headland.

Curved Beach Before SunriseQueensland

Long-exposure water flows around orange lichen boulders in a coastal inlet at Bay of Fires, Tasmania, under an amber and grey morning sky.

Silk Water Among the BouldersEast Coast Tasmania

Long-exposure photograph of the Byron Bay basalt headland at predawn, with pale pink hues on the horizon and jagged rocks in the foreground.

Pink Shore Before DawnNew South Wales

A wave crashes against dark basalt cliffs at Coffs Harbor, sending a plume of white spray into the predawn sky.

Spray Over the Basalt CliffsNew South Wales

Weathered driftwood logs on a muddy bank at a riverside camp, steep forested slope with autumn foliage behind, Primorsky Krai, October 2019.

Camp on the Autumn RiverbankPrimorsky Krai

A rainbow arcs above storm clouds and teal surf breaking over dark rock at the Byron Bay coast, New South Wales.

Rainbow Over the Storm ShoreNew South Wales

Layered rock in a diagonal plane at the Coffs Harbor coast at dusk, warm light through heavy storm clouds, white foam on wet stone.

Diagonal Stone in Storm LightNew South Wales

A yellow-and-green ferry sits docked at night in Sydney Harbour, the lit Harbour Bridge arch curving behind it against a dark sky.

Ferry Below the Harbour ArchNew South Wales

Volcanic rocks in the foreground with golden light breaking through storm clouds over long-exposure ocean surf at Byron Bay on a winter dawn.

Storm Break at Byron BayNew South Wales

A lone birch tree with bare branches stands against a deep blue winter sky above snow-patched slopes on Vorobey Mountain.

Birch Above the SnowfieldPrimorsky Krai

A gnarled pine silhouetted against pink dawn clouds above grey boulders and calm reflective water at Vityaz Bay, Far East.

Pine Silhouette at First LightFar East Marine Reserve

Jagged coastal rock formations at dawn near Nelson Bay, long-exposure water at their base and clouds lit in orange and violet tones above.

Jagged Rocks in Morning LightNew South Wales

A densely forested cliff slopes toward a pebble shore where sea foam washes in, Lazovsky Reserve.

Dense Canopy Above the ShoreLazovsky Reserve

Grey stones on the left bank of the Bikin River lead toward downed timber and dense green forest along the right shore.

Gravel Shore with Fallen TimberPrimorsky Krai

Bright green grass lines a winding river channel with a sandy bar and rolling hills reflected in the water, Lazovsky Reserve.

Tall Grass Along the River BarLazovsky Reserve

Jagged rock formation in the foreground, with dawn waves and an offshore island along the Gold Coast shoreline.

Rock Formation at DawnNew South Wales

Rain shafts fall from dark storm clouds over the bay at Umina Beach, reflected in wet sand below a forested headland.

Rain Shafts Over the BayNew South Wales

White sea foam spreads across dark, moss-covered rocks on the Queensland coast at dawn, under a sky of heavy storm clouds.

Foam Over Mossy RockQueensland

Sea stacks silhouetted against a predawn horizon on the South Coast, with blurred wave motion on wet sand.

Shoreline Before First LightSouth Coast

Crepuscular light shafts over the ocean at Byron Bay with two surfer silhouettes on the wet foreshore sand, winter morning.

Morning Shafts at Byron BayNew South Wales

A paved road curves along a grassy ridge toward a distant city and harbor with sunbeams breaking through cloud cover, Central Otago.

Descending Road Toward the HarborCanterbury

A river meanders past bare-branched trees at the edge of a rocky bank, with morning sunlight on the water and autumnal foliage in the background.

Meander Below Bare BoughsPrimorsky Krai

Reddish-brown cliff edge with mossy rocks and green grass overlooks a calm sea at dawn, Vladimir Bay, Primorsky Krai, Russia.

Cliffside Dawn, Vladimir BayPrimorsky Krai

Sunlit icicles hang from a snow-packed bank above a flowing forest stream near Vinogradovka, spring sunlight catching bark and fresh snow.

Icicles Beside the Spring RunPrimorsky Krai

Long-exposure view of wet grey stones and white water at Vityaz Bay, with dark sea stacks against the evening sky.

Sunset Shore at Vityaz BayFar East Marine Reserve

A wooden bench sits near the base of a large maple tree with orange autumn foliage, casting long diagonal shadows across a green lawn.

Bench in the Maple's ShadowBlue Mountains

Wide beach curve at dawn, One Mile Beach, Port Stephens, with textured altocumulus clouds over a golden horizon.

Mackerel Sky at One Mile BeachPort Stephens

Rock platform and sandstone cliffs above a calm bay at Huskisson, with a faint rainbow over the distant headland. December 2018.

Layered Rock Above the BayNew South Wales

Motion-blurred morning waves wash over a sandy shore at Sidemi Bay, seaweed strands on the beach below a heavy bank of storm clouds.

Storm Break Over Sidemi BayHasan

Pebbled Bikin River shore in morning, submerged stones visible and a forested hill beyond the clear water under pale blue sky.

River Pebbles in Morning LightPrimorsky Krai

Moss-covered boulders rest on sand and in shallow water along Langou Bay, backed by forested hillsides.

Mossy Boulders, Langou BayPrimorsky Krai

A large pine on a Gamov Cape cliff, its branches arching over a calm grey-blue sea under a soft morning sky.

Gnarled Branches Over the SeaFar East Marine Reserve

A rocky shore covered in dark wet kelp leads toward sea stacks silhouetted against a narrow strip of predawn light on the horizon.

Kelp Shore Before SunrisePrimorsky Krai

Sandy beach curves between steep forested cliffs and deep blue ocean at Dalnegorsk, with two sea stacks rising from calm water offshore.

Sea Stacks off DalnegorskPrimorsky Krai

Moss-covered tidal rock shelf on the New South Wales coast with two lightning bolts flashing against an afternoon storm sky.

Lightning at the Rock ShelfNew South Wales

A stratified rock platform with algae-covered tide pools extends toward a forested headland rising from warm-lit cliffs on the New South Wales coast.

Forested Headland Above the ShelfNew South Wales

A lichen-covered rock formation sits beside the glassy water of Dunns Swamp during blue hour, low mist clinging to the still surface.

Blue Hour at the Rock ShelfNew South Wales

A leafless dead tree in the foreground as crepuscular light breaks through storm clouds above the Lake St Clair valley.

Dead Tree in Afternoon LightNew South Wales

Heavy cumulus clouds at dawn over the Queensland coast, with crepuscular rays reflecting on the water and a distant ship on the horizon.

Distant Vessel in Storm LightQueensland

Wet layered rock platform with tide pools at dawn near Bermagui, grey clouds reflected in still water and surf breaking in the distance.

Tide Pools at Dawn, BermaguiNew South Wales

Layered grey and ochre rock ridges descend toward a bright green valley floor below a snow-dusted summit, South Island, New Zealand.

Banded Ridge to the SnowfieldAustralia

Sunlight strikes fresh snow on dark branches, making the remaining yellow and orange autumn leaves glow in the Vladivostok Botanical Garden, October 2007.

Leaves Under October SnowPrimorsky Krai

A wet rainbow trout rests on a granite boulder at the Samarga River, its iridescent flanks and orange fins visible against grey stone.

Rainbow Trout on GraniteTerneysky District

Warm evening light catches the forested cliff face at Kamenka as heavy storm clouds build above the pebble shore.

Forested Cliff at Dusk, KamenkaPrimorsky Krai

Sunlit gravel bar on the Iman River in late autumn, with golden forest banks and shallow pools reflecting the sky.

Sun Glare on the Gravel BarPrimorsky Krai

A dried reed blade coated in crystalline frost crosses slender stems, warm yellow tones contrasting with white ice crystals, Vladivostok, midwinter.

Frosted Reed at MiddayPrimorsky Krai

A thatched gazebo sheltered by leaning coconut palms on a rocky Fijian beach, with storm clouds massing over the ocean beyond.

Approaching Storm Over FijiAustralia

Reddish sandstone ledges extend along a river bend at Dunns Swamp, with sunlit eucalyptus trees on the far bank under scattered clouds.

Sandstone Ledge at River BendNew South Wales

Pockmarked sandstone rock shelf with foam-filled pools at Huskisson, New South Wales, under an overcast predawn sky in December 2019.

Before Dawn, HuskissonNew South Wales

A meteor streaks downward through a dense starfield above the silhouetted treeline at Dunns Swamp, faint reflections visible in dark water and wet rocks below.

Meteor Above the TreelineNew South Wales

Honeycomb-weathered limestone at the Newcastle shoreline at dawn, a wave breaking at its base and the sun's reflection across the water.

Honeycomb Stone at DawnNew South Wales

Close view of willow catkins on a reddish-brown twig, with tiny yellow anthers against a clear pale blue sky.

Willow Catkins in Early SpringShkotovsky District

A moss-covered log spans a dark forest stream, with bare branches overhead and patches of melting ice along its edges, Russian Far East.

Mossy Log Above Dark WaterPrimorsky Krai

A wide river winds through a snowy valley with leafless trees and amber-lit hilltops at the Ananievka River, Primorsky Krai, November 2010.

Morning on the AnanievkaPrimorsky Krai

Tall white feathery grasses catch sharp sunlight in the foreground, with a red-leafed tree on a rocky hillside receding into hazy blue mountains.

Red Tree Among Pale ReedsHasan

Silver-plumed grass seed heads stand in the foreground against a cobalt blue sky with white cumulus clouds, Komissarovka River, Primorsky Krai. Late autumn.

Silver Grass in Autumn WindPrimorsky Krai

Purple loosestrife in the foreground of Hanka Lake at golden hour, with tall reeds and cloud reflections on the water.

Purple Loosestrife, Hanka LakePrimorsky Krai

Wide river with driftwood shore in foreground and a forested ridge lit at the crest, Primorsky Krai, October 2019.

Warm Light on the Far RidgePrimorsky Krai

A secluded cove with water shifting from deep blue to turquoise, surrounded by steep forested cliffs and low cloud over the ridgeline at Telyakovskogo Bay.

Over Telyakovskogo BayFar East Marine Reserve

Stratified pale cliff face rising from a pebble beach at Rudnaya Pristan, with a solitary sea stack visible in the distance against blue sky.

Pale Cliff Over Open WaterPrimorsky Krai

Steep sandstone cliffs rise above a forested valley in the Blue Mountains, beneath a large cumulus cloud formation.

Sandstone Gorge Below the CloudsBlue Mountains

Weathered eucalyptus on a sandstone ledge at Dunns Swamp, with morning mist hovering over the still, dark water at dawn.

Dawn Mist at Dunns SwampNew South Wales

A bright green kayak sits at a sandy shore on Dunns Swamp at night, dark silhouetted hills rising beneath a dense starfield.

Kayak at Reed BankNew South Wales

Layered sandstone formations catch warm dawn sidelight at Bouddi National Park, with surf below and coastal scrub along the upper ridge.

Wave-Cut Platform, BouddiNew South Wales

Sunlight breaking through cloud layers above the Byron Bay headland at dawn, with turquoise water foaming against dark rocks along the curved shoreline.

Sun Rays at the Curved ShoreNew South Wales

A crescent-shaped beach viewed from above on the Queensland coast, white surf breaking along the shoreline with tree-covered headlands in the distance.

Crescent Beach from AboveNew South Wales

Shallow tidal pools on a basalt rock platform reflect a pink and azure dawn sky on the South Coast of New South Wales.

Tide Pools at DawnSouth Coast

A bare, twisted tree stands on a sandstone ledge above a mist-filled valley in the Blue Mountains, with storm clouds gathering overhead.

Bare Tree Above the MistBlue Mountains

Wide coastal bay view at Nelson Bay with steep forested headlands on either side, waves breaking against dark rocks, and sunlit ridges above shadowed cliffs.

Forested Cliffs to the SeaNew South Wales

The Milky Way arches over a dark headland at Coffs Harbor, while long exposure smooths the ocean surface around scattered rocks at dawn.

Milky Way Over the HeadlandNew South Wales

Sandstone cliffs at Three Sisters drop into a wide forested valley with distant ridges under a scattered cloud sky, New South Wales.

Three Sisters at Golden HourBlue Mountains

A panoramic view from tussock-covered hills over a valley dotted with water bodies and distant urban sprawl, Queenstown region, winter afternoon.

Asphalt Through the Tussock HillsCanterbury

Two beluga whales at the surface of a pool at Vladivostok Oceanarium, one with its mouth open and bubbles clinging to its snout.

Two Belugas at the OceanariumPrimorsky Krai

Tall amber grasses line a calm riverbank in Primorsky Krai, with a birch tree and autumn foliage reflected in the still water beyond.

Birch Over Amber WaterPrimorsky Krai

Dark coastal rocks sit in the foreground beneath a sky of storm clouds, warm light crossing the water at dusk, Vladivostok.

Dusk on Coastal RocksPrimorsky Krai

A clear shallow river flows alongside a vertical granite cliff face covered in moss and green foliage, Primorsky Krai, Russia.

River Below the Mossy CliffPrimorsky Krai

Marsh reeds and lily pads on the Lefu River foreground a large leaning tree in warm sunset light against heavy storm clouds, September 2010.

Storm Light Over the MarshPrimorsky Krai

A large tree leans over a calm river in the Suchan area, its dark bare branches reflected in the still water below, October 2010.

Leaning Trunk Above Still WaterPrimorsky Krai

Brittle golden-brown reeds and bare trees line the rocky Komissarovka bank under a pale autumn sky, late evening.

Pale Sky Over Dry ReedsPrimorsky Krai

A winding dirt track cuts through green coastal cliffs at Topauza Bay, dropping toward the calm sea with jagged rocky peaks rising in the distance under pale sky.

Cliff Track to the SeaPrimorsky Krai

A seagull soars with wings extended against a hazy winter sky, the Vladivostok coastline dissolving into muted blues below, January 2012.

Gull Over the Frozen ShorePrimorsky Krai

Bright sunlight casts sharp shadows across melting river ice on the Komissarovka, with bare tree silhouettes against a gradient blue sky.

Melting Ice at the River BendPrimorsky Krai

A bumblebee clings to bright yellow broom flowers in Primorsky Krai, its orange thorax and translucent wings sharp against soft green bokeh.

Bumblebee on Yellow BroomPrimorsky Krai

Lichen-covered granite boulders at the Far East Marine Reserve stand against motion-blurred surf while a forested headland recedes into the grey sea.

Granite Shore at Golden HourFar East Marine Reserve

Weathered driftwood logs rest on a pebbly shoreline curving toward a sheltered bay near Kamenka, dark hills silhouetted against a purple dusk sky.

Logs on the Pebble ShorePrimorsky Krai

A lone tree leans over eroded riverbank vegetation beside the Komissarovka River in late-autumn golden-hour light, October 2012.

Leaning Tree, KomissarovkaPrimorsky Krai

Rolling green ridge on Popov Island with faint dirt tracks winding toward the crest and a calm silver ocean stretching to distant hazy islands.

Ridge Track Above the SeaPrimorsky Krai

Steep grassy slope with autumn trees above the Iman River valley, a faint crescent moon in the blue sky above.

Crescent Moon Over the ValleyPrimorsky Krai

A sunlit river rushes past a moss-covered boulder, autumn-colored banks rising steeply to the right, Daubihe River, Primorsky Krai, October 2010.

Mossy Rock Amid the White WaterPrimorsky Krai

A long sandbar separates a calm reflective inlet from the open ocean at Tachingouza Bay, with storm clouds above forested hills and blue sky beyond.

Inlet at Dusk, TachingouzaLazovsky Reserve

A shallow river curves around a pebble-bedded bend near Partizansk, Primorsky Krai, with mixed forest and basalt cliffs rising on both banks.

River Bend, PartizanskPrimorsky Krai

Rugged sun-warmed rocks along the misty shoreline with a lone bird visible against the diffused sun, and a distant green headland across the water.

Lone Bird Near the Hazy ShoreFar East Marine Reserve

Two bare trees rise from a Primorsky Krai river bank, dried rust-colored brush at their base, open water and ice below.

Two Trees at River BreakupPrimorsky Krai

A frozen stream bed runs below a steep rocky bank, with long shadows across the snow and conifers rising on the far side.

Frozen Stream, VinogradovkaPrimorsky Krai

A lighthouse anchors the ridge above stratified cliffs at Gamov Peninsula, warm dawn light on the rock face and deep blue water below.

Cliff Lighthouse at DawnFar East Marine Reserve

A windswept pine tree grows from the rocky shoreline at Telyakovskogo Bay, with low clouds over calm water in the background.

Windswept Pine at Telyakovskogo BayFar East Marine Reserve

Dawn light over a harbor breakwater lined with yellow cranes, seen from a grassy cliff above the calm sea, Plastun, Primorsky Krai.

Harbor at Dawn, PlastunPrimorsky Krai

Warm sunlight on a steep rocky cliffside above a clear shallow river, deep blue sky overhead, Plastun, Primorsky Krai, September 2006.

Rock Face Over the RiverPrimorsky Krai

Close-up of a large caterpillar on rough bark, its translucent skin showing amber and green tones with fine white bristles.

Caterpillar on Rough BarkPrimorsky Krai

A small flock of sparrows perches on slender bare branches in warm afternoon light, one bird caught mid-wing-flap against a blurred green background.

Sparrows on Bare Branches

Close-up of bright yellow flower petals photographed in Thailand, showing waxy texture and a subtle diagonal composition.

Backlit Yellow PetalsThailand

Silhouetted longtail boats on calm water with palm fronds overhead and a sunburst above the darkened hills, Thailand coast.

Longtail Boats at SundownThailand

A sandy shoreline transitions into clear turquoise water at Gamov Peninsula, rolling green hills curving around the bay under scattered white cumulus clouds.

Open Bay Under Summer CloudsFar East Marine Reserve

Sunburst light breaks through clouds at sunrise, warm reflections on wet rocks in the foreground, white-capped waves and a distant headland, Malaysian coast.

Sunburst Through Low CloudMalaysia

A terracotta-tiled walkway leads from a shaded tropical garden through overhanging palm fronds to a sunlit sandy beach and calm ocean beyond.

Red Path to ShoreThailand

Gnarled dark branches and white-painted tree trunks fill the foreground before a misty hillside of red brick buildings in Vladivostok.

Painted Trunks in Morning MistPrimorsky Krai

Jagged coastal rocks on the Bermagui coast at dawn, golden sand in the foreground, storm clouds above with warm light on the right horizon.

Jagged Rocks at DaybreakSouth Coast

Granite boulders with orange lichen at Bay of Fires, windswept she-oaks leaning behind, a long band of cloud above the blue ocean, Tasmania.

Orange Lichen on the HeadlandEast Coast Tasmania

Long-exposure ocean foam washing over moss-covered sandstone rocks on the New South Wales South Coast at sunrise, with storm clouds above a bright horizon.

Ocean Foam at First LightSouth Coast

Rugged volcanic cliffs above the Santorini coastline look out over a sun-touched sea toward distant islands under a partly clouded sky.

Coastal Cliffs of SantoriniSantorini

Fractured coastal rock strata at Coffs Harbor with long-exposure surf and a low bank of storm cloud above the headland.

Fractured Coast at Low TideNew South Wales

Gnarled eucalyptus trees with peeling bark grow from granite boulders dusted with fresh snow at Perisher Valley in the Snowy Mountains.

Gnarled Trunks on GraniteSnowy Mountains

A large wave crests and sends a plume of mist into the air against an orange-lit dawn sky at Spoon Bay.

Dawn Break at Spoon BayCentral Coast

Warm light breaks through grey clouds above layered red sandstone ledges on the Western Australian coast, with turbulent white surf in the foreground.

Sandstone Ledges in the SwellWestern Australia

Dark rocks and blurred wave motion lead toward a sandy cove and headland under heavy cloud, South Coast, New South Wales.

Cove Below Dark HeadlandsSouth Coast

Sun-lit granite boulders on a rocky shoreline at Astafyeva Bay, with a pine-topped headland and calm blue waters beyond.

Granite Shore, Astafyeva BayFar East Marine Reserve

Jagged coastal rocks anchor the foreground as sunrise light breaks through heavy clouds above the Byron Bay headland.

Fractured Ledge at SunriseNew South Wales

Massive granite boulders rise from a calm green sea under a heavy overcast sky at Tachingouza Bay, with waves softened by a long exposure.

Granite Boulders in the SwellLazovsky Reserve

Sunbeams cut through heavy cloud above the ocean at dusk near Coffs Harbor, while smooth wave wash flows across lichen-covered coastal rocks in the foreground.

Wave Wash on Lichen RocksNew South Wales

Close-up of a fresh conifer shoot emerging from rough, flaking bark on a tree trunk at Petrova Island.

New Growth Through Peeling BarkLazovsky Reserve

A high-angle view of the pale Iman River winding through an autumn valley shrouded in morning mist, Primorsky Krai.

Misty Bend, Iman RiverPrimorsky Krai

Bare-branched trees lean over the Izvilinka River's edge beneath a deep blue autumn sky, with dry reddish brush in the foreground.

Bare Banks at MiddayChuguyevsky District

A barnacle-covered jetty at dawn juts into long-exposure surf on the New South Wales coast, with a wide bay visible in the distance.

Barnacled Jetty at SunriseNew South Wales

Pandanus trees lean over a rocky Queensland beach at predawn, dry fronds on smooth boulders, long-exposure waves rendered silky around dark volcanic rocks.

Pandanus Trees at the ShoreQueensland

Silhouetted trees atop coastal granite boulders with long-exposure surf and a layered orange and blue sky, east coast Tasmania.

Silhouetted Trees at MorningTasmania

Volcanic rock formations at a sandy cove, Byron Bay headland, with a long-exposure ocean and a predawn sky shifting from deep blue to pink.

Volcanic Rocks at PredawnNew South Wales

Three silhouetted figures stand on a high cliff at Coffs Harbor above crashing waves, with warm-lit clouds at the predawn horizon.

Three at the Cliff's EdgeNew South Wales

Still pool on a pebbly bar reflecting blue sky and clouds, sunlit autumn slopes with yellow and orange foliage beyond, Primorsky Krai, October 2019.

Shallow Pool on the Pebbly BarPrimorsky Krai

Warm golden-hour light on sea stacks and dark wet rocks as waves crash against a rugged NSW headland at Byron Bay.

Sea Stacks in Storm LightNew South Wales

Barnacle-covered layered rock platform at Coffs Harbor dusk, with wave spray and small islands visible under storm clouds.

Rock Platform Toward the IslandsNew South Wales

A crowd watches from Sydney's waterfront as diagonal searchlight beams and cyan bridge lighting fill the night sky.

Searchlights Above the WaterfrontNew South Wales

Barnacle-covered rocks in the foreground of a Byron Bay coastal scene, golden light breaking through storm clouds over smooth water.

Barnacled Shore Before the BreakNew South Wales

Layered mountain ridges recede into pale blue winter haze at Vorobey Mountain, with snow-dusted slopes and a lone spruce in the foreground.

Ridges at VorobeyPrimorsky Krai

Grey boulders in the foreground overlook a calm inlet reflecting soft pink clouds, with wind-bent pines on the cliff above, Vityaz Bay.

Boulder Cove at Pink DawnFar East Marine Reserve

Long-exposure dawn view of a curved coastal bay at Nelson Bay, pale surf breaking against white sand below scrub-covered hills.

Pale Shore at DawnNew South Wales

Green moss covers smooth boulders in shallow water at Petrova Island, a forested peninsula silhouetted against bright clouds at golden hour.

Green Boulders at the HeadlandLazovsky Reserve

Moss-covered logs rest in the foreground of a wide river in Primorsky Krai as sunlight breaks through heavy clouds overhead.

Cloud Break Over the RiverPrimorsky Krai

Weathered boulders rise from shallow water along the Lazovsky Reserve coast, with a steep green cliff and misty horizon beyond.

Boulders in the Coastal HazeLazovsky Reserve

Algae-covered rocks in the foreground, with long-exposure waves and a bright horizon under blue cloud cover, Gold Coast, Queensland.

Mossy Shore, Gold CoastQueensland

A shelf of flat, barnacle-covered sandstone rock at Umina Beach stretches toward a mist-shrouded horizon under a massive approaching storm cloud.

Barnacle Slabs Before the StormNew South Wales

Jagged rocks rise in the foreground as long-exposure waves roll across the Queensland coast beneath a split sky of cool grey and warm gold.

Split Sky Over Dark RockQueensland

A tall sea stack on the South Coast at sunrise, with long-exposure waves reduced to white ribbons around dark foreground rocks.

Sea Stack Before SunriseSouth Coast

A dark rocky headland in silhouette against an orange-lit dawn sky at Byron Bay, waves rolling below through sea spray. Winter.

Headland Against the Dawn SkyNew South Wales

Calm winter lake bordered by dark coniferous forest, with snow-covered mountain ranges rising steeply from the far shore, Central Otago.

Dark Shore Beneath the RangesCentral Otago

Tall feathery grass in the foreground with a misted forested hillside in autumn color beyond, Lefu River valley, Primorsky Krai.

Tall Grass Before the Misted RidgePrimorsky Krai

A grassy coastal slope descends into reddish-brown cliffs along Vladimir Bay at dawn, mist clinging to rolling hills above the calm bay.

Dawn Mist Over the Clifftop PathPrimorsky Krai

A fast-moving stream rushes over icy banks in the forest near Vinogradovka, frost still clinging to branches in the early spring morning.

Ice-Rimmed Stream, VinogradovkaPrimorsky Krai

A rugged limestone cliff rises from turquoise water at Vityaz Bay, with gnarled pine trees clinging to the summit above clear shallows.

Limestone Cliff Above Turquoise WaterFar East Marine Reserve

A winding gravel path through plane trees in autumn color, sunlight filtering through yellow and brown foliage at Mount Wilson.

Path Through the Plane Tree CanopyBlue Mountains

Wet sand mirrors altocumulus clouds at dawn on One Mile Beach, Port Stephens, with moss-covered rocks in the foreground.

Wet Sand Below the Cloud BankPort Stephens

Long-exposure rock platform before sunrise at Huskisson, New South Wales, with motion-blurred surf and patches of turquoise water against an overcast horizon.

Flat Rocks Before SunriseNew South Wales

Long-exposure waves wash over flat dark rocks at Sidemi Bay, warm light breaking through heavy clouds in early morning.

Wave Over Coastal RockHasan

Moss-covered log and twisted roots along the muddy Bikin River bank, the water reflecting bright cloud breaks against a dark approaching storm sky.

Mossy Log in Storm LightPrimorsky Krai

Two granite monoliths at Langou Bay form a natural arch above a tidal pool, their rough stone faces lit against a blue sky.

Stone Arch Above the PoolPrimorsky Krai

Solitary pines cling to a grassy cliff above the sea at Gamov Peninsula, with distant mountains fading into haze across the bay.

Pines at the Cliff EdgeFar East Marine Reserve

Warm dawn light on a sheer cliff face beside a sea stack in a calm bay, with soft clouds above the rocky shore.

Basalt Stack at First LightPrimorsky Krai

A sea stack stands in silhouette against an orange dawn sky at Plastun, white waves breaking over dark foreground boulders.

Silhouette Over Calm WaterPrimorsky Krai

Weathered granite slabs with green moss on the New South Wales coast, long exposure smoothing the ocean at dawn.

Granite Slabs Before SunriseNew South Wales

Shallow tide pools on dark rock reflect gold and blue sky at dawn, yellow algae tracing pool edges on the New South Wales coast.

Dark Shelf with Yellow AlgaeNew South Wales

A stratified sandstone formation on the right bank catches the early dawn colour above the mist-covered water at Dunns Swamp.

Sandstone Ledge Before SunriseNew South Wales

Weathered, leafless eucalyptus trunks catch warm afternoon light along the dry bank at Lake St Clair, New South Wales.

Bleached Trunks Above the LakeNew South Wales

Breaking surf lines cut diagonally across a Queensland beach viewed from above, with wet sand reflections and a hazy headland in the distance.

Wave Lines Below the HeadlandQueensland

Rocky coastal headland on the New South Wales south coast, waves crashing against dark rocks below steep vegetated cliffs under a heavy, partially broken sky.

Headland at Cloud BreakNew South Wales

Rolling green slopes scattered with large dark boulders, rising toward snow-capped mountain peaks under a heavy grey cloud bank, South Island, New Zealand.

Pasture and Boulders Below the AlpsAustralia

Fallen red maple leaves dot fresh October snow in Vladivostok Botanical Garden, a leaning trunk and blue sky visible beyond.

Fallen Leaves After First SnowPrimorsky Krai

Lush green hills rise steeply behind a sandy pebbly beach, long shadows cast by low-angle light on the Samarga River bank, early autumn.

Low Light on Pebbly ShoreTerneysky District

Skeletal dead trees rise from a boulder-strewn slope on Kamenistyaya Mountain, with a wall of green forest transitioning to hazy blue ridges under cumulus cloud.

Dead Trees on KamenistyayaPrimorsky Krai

Autumn-yellow forest lines the winding banks of the Iman River at golden hour, with sunlight reflecting sharply off the water.

Autumn Bend, Iman RiverPrimorsky Krai

Snow-dusted thorny branches and dried tan seed pods against a clear blue sky at Vityaz Bay, January 2007.

Snow on Thorns, Vityaz BayFar East Marine Reserve

A calm aquamarine pool near the ocean reflects cloud motion and a golden horizon, bordered by white concrete bollards receding into the distance.

Reef Pool at Golden HourAustralia

Weathered granite formations in the foreground face a still lake at Dunns Swamp, its surface reflecting billowing cumulus clouds in late afternoon.

Cloud Mirror at the Granite ShoreNew South Wales

Long-exposure seascape with layered rock platform and pale milky water under dark storm clouds at Huskisson, New South Wales, December 2019.

Layered Rock Under Storm CloudNew South Wales

The Milky Way spans the sky above silhouetted trees at Dunns Swamp, an orange glow along the horizon mirrored in still water below.

Orange Glow Beneath the Milky WayNew South Wales

Pink dawn light over a Newcastle rock platform at low tide, algae-covered sandstone in the foreground and waves at the distant shore.

Pink Shore at Low TideNew South Wales

Willow catkins emerge from a rough branch at close range, soft filaments sharp against a warm blurred background, Steklyanukha River.

Catkins in Evening LightShkotovsky District

A weathered moss-covered log reaches into a shallow creek where bright green shoots emerge from the mud, bare trees reflected above.

New Shoots at the Fallen LogPrimorsky Krai

A snow-covered branch extends diagonally across the frame, with dark flowing water below and sunlit dry reeds on the far bank.

Snow Branch Over Dark WaterPrimorsky Krai

White feathery grass plumes and golden stalks in the foreground at Falshivy Poyma, with calm water and layered blue mountains fading into the haze.

Feathery Plumes Before Layered MountainsHasan

Tall dried reed stalks rise against a deep blue sky at the Komissarovka River, with white cumulus clouds and hazy autumn hills in the distance.

Dried Reeds Reaching Into the CloudsPrimorsky Krai

Tall stalks of purple wildflowers rise from the water's edge at Hanka Lake, with dramatic clouds above lush reeds in summer.

Wildflowers Over Dark WaterPrimorsky Krai

Birch trees in a grassy valley in Primorsky Krai, a rocky hill rising on the right under wispy high clouds.

Birch Stand Below the RidgePrimorsky Krai

Steep craggy cliff with vertical striations rising above a pebble shore at the Far East Marine Reserve, Primorsky Krai, under a purple-tinted sky.

Sea Cliffs at Purple DuskFar East Marine Reserve

Coarse pebble beach with foamy surf and sheer tan cliffs along the shoreline at Rudnaya Pristan, Primorsky Krai, summer morning.

Sea Stacks, Rudnaya PristanPrimorsky Krai

Foam-streaked waves sweep across wet sand toward a cluster of sea stacks beneath heavy storm clouds at Bermagui at dawn.

Sea Stacks at BermaguiSouth Coast

A dark bare tree at Bay of Fires stands above granite boulders, its branches reaching across the upper sky, calm water beyond, Tasmania.

Bare Tree on the ReefEast Coast Tasmania

Sandstone outcrops covered in green moss line the foreground on a South Coast beach, with wet-sand reflections and smooth long-exposure surf at sunrise.

Moss Rocks at SunriseSouth Coast

White-washed terraced buildings descend the volcanic cliffs overlooking the dark caldera sea, Santorini, December 2024.

Terraced Cliffs Above Dark WaterSantorini

Wet coastal rock shelf at Coffs Harbor with long-exposure waves turned white and a thin warm glow on the horizon below dark cloud.

Stone Shelf Before SunriseNew South Wales

Weathered eucalyptus trees rise from a snow-dusted rocky outcrop at Perisher Valley, with a snow-covered alpine valley visible in the distance.

Alpine Slope at PerisherSnowy Mountains

A curving shoreline at Spoon Bay in summer dawn light, with a diagonal sweep of golden sand leading toward cresting ocean waves.

Coastal Curve Before the BreakCentral Coast

Reddish-brown sandstone curving around a small sandy inlet on the Western Australian coast, with tidal pools and heavy clouds above.

Sandy Inlet Below Storm CloudsWestern Australia

Algae-covered rocks with turquoise surf and sea stacks behind, under heavy cloud on the South Coast at dawn.

Algae Platform Under Heavy CloudSouth Coast

A winter river in Primorsky Krai flows between thick white ice shelves, bare trees rising on both banks beneath a pale blue sky.

Dark Channel Between Ice ShelvesPrimorsky Krai

Fractured rock formations with layered textures on the Queensland coast at dawn, with a sheltered cove and vegetation-covered cliff visible beyond the breaking surf.

Fractured Shore at the CoveQueensland

Long-exposure waves roll onto a sandy beach at sunset, with a large cloud formation catching warm orange light above the bay at Tachingouza.

Breaking Waves at SunsetLazovsky Reserve

A wave crashes against barnacle-covered rocks at Coffs Harbor, sending spray into a stormy dusk sky with a break of warm light.

Crashing Wave in Dusk LightNew South Wales

Close view of unfurling fern fronds covered in fine rust-colored scales and pale green emerging tissue against an earthy background.

Unfurling Fern in Spring LightLazovsky Reserve

Steep forested ridge with golden larch and bare branches receding into blue atmospheric haze over layered ridgelines, Iman River area, Primorsky Krai.

Forested Ridge in Autumn HazePrimorsky Krai

A single leafless tree stands above dried golden-brown grasses on the Izvilinka floodplain, with layered ridges receding into haze.

Lone Tree on the FloodplainChuguyevsky District

A rocky breakwater with lichen-covered surfaces extends toward a distant headland silhouette under a heavy sky at dawn along the New South Wales coast.

Breakwater Toward the HeadlandNew South Wales

Wet rubble at the base of a Queensland coastal cliff at predawn, silky water surrounding the foreground stones under a grey overcast sky.

Wet Rubble at the Cliff BaseQueensland

A cluster of silhouetted trees on a granite coastal outcrop at Bay of Fires, smooth morning water and warm reflections in the foreground.

Granite Coast at MorningEast Coast Tasmania

Long-exposure waves spreading as white foam across dark basalt boulders at the Byron Bay headland, with a warm glow on the predawn horizon.

Boulders in Predawn MistNew South Wales

A column of white spray erupts from a wave striking the cliff base at Coffs Harbor, with violet and peach clouds above.

Column of Surf at First LightNew South Wales

Rocky pebble shore on a wide river at sunset, Primorsky Krai. Autumn hillside in warm orange and yellow on the far bank.

River Stones at SunsetPrimorsky Krai

Coastal grass in golden light before a wall of storm cloud, with waves crashing against dark volcanic rock formations at Byron Bay, NSW.

Storm Front Over Volcanic RockNew South Wales

Waves crashing against a rocky Coffs Harbor shoreline at dusk, with golden-lit spray below dark storm clouds and a distant headland.

Golden Spray Over Dark HeadlandsNew South Wales

Blue laser beams rise diagonally through heavy cloud toward a bright moon over Sydney Harbour, with lit waterfront apartments lining the shore below.

Moon Over Sydney HarbourNew South Wales

Dark rock formations meet long-exposure surf at Byron Bay dawn, golden light washing over wet sand beneath a purple-tinged winter sky.

Dark Shore at Winter DawnNew South Wales

Multiple mountain ridges at Vorobey Mountain recede into blue haze, with conifers and dry golden grass in the foreground under bright winter light, January 2012.

Ridgelines Into Winter HazePrimorsky Krai

Dark pine in the foreground to the left, beyond which rocky headlands extend into deep blue water, Vityaz Bay.

Headland Past the Wind-Bent PineFar East Marine Reserve

A lone figure walks the wide tidal flat at Nelson Bay, wet sand reflecting warm early light against incoming surf.

Tidal Flat at SunriseNew South Wales

Wet sand and a shallow inlet extend toward a dark forested island on the right under a violet dusk sky at Petrova Island, Lazovsky Reserve.

Sandy Inlet at DuskLazovsky Reserve

Tall grasses and a fallen log along the Bikin riverbank, with tree-covered hills rising on the far shore in afternoon light.

Tall Grass Before the HillsPrimorsky Krai

A spiral carving near the apex of a granite boulder at Tachingouza Bay, lit by afternoon sun against a blue sky with cirrus clouds.

Spiral Carving on GraniteLazovsky Reserve

Barnacle-covered rock shelf in the foreground at low tide, with a streaked mackerel sky and a distant headland along the Queensland coast.

Barnacle Shore Beneath Mackerel SkyNew South Wales

Moss-covered granite boulders anchor the foreground at Umina Beach as a rain curtain falls near distant headlands under heavy cloud.

Mossy Granite Under the SquallNew South Wales

Dark jagged rocks and wave foam line the Queensland coast at dawn, with a warm amber horizon reflecting across the wet stone.

Amber Glow Above the ShoreQueensland

A stratified sea stack on the South Coast before dawn, with a crescent moon above the horizon and long-exposure surf.

Moon Above the Sea StackSouth Coast

A silhouetted headland to the left, surf rolling onto wet sand at dawn, cloud undersides lit amber over Byron Bay, New South Wales.

Headland at Dawn, Byron BayNew South Wales

Winter dawn over a mountain-ringed lake at Queenstown, with rocky foreground hills, a town stretching along the shoreline, and snow-capped peaks above.

Town Shoreline at Winter DawnCentral Otago

Tall golden reeds below white-barked birch trees leaning against a cloud-streaked blue sky, Lefu River valley, Primorsky Krai.

Amber Reeds at the Birch GrovePrimorsky Krai

Verdant clifftop slopes fall sharply to eroded red clay cliffs and a calm slate-grey sea on the Vladimir Bay coast in summer.

Sea Stacks Below Eroded CliffsPrimorsky Krai

The Vinogradovka winds past snow-covered banks in April, green saplings emerging at the water's edge under a sky of large white cumulus clouds.

Vinogradovka River in AprilPrimorsky Krai

A large pine tree anchors the foreground at the edge of a limestone cliff overlooking the calm bay and distant Far East coastline.

Gnarled Pine at the Sea's EdgeFar East Marine Reserve

Sun-drenched gravel path through a manicured garden under an autumn canopy of red and yellow, fallen brown leaves on the lawn borders, Mount Wilson.

Sun-Drenched Garden PathBlue Mountains

Moss-covered rocks at the water's edge on One Mile Beach, with breaking waves and patches of blue sky visible above.

Low Tide Before the Clouds BreakPort Stephens

Breaking wave spreading white foam across a flat rock reef at Huskisson at dawn, with dark clouds and shafts of light over the horizon.

Wave Wash on the ReefNew South Wales

Radiating sunbeams and pink clouds at dusk reflected in the still water of a marsh at Sidemi, green reeds in the foreground.

Twilight Rays Over the ReedsHasan

Red-berried vine above the Bikin River bank, fallen timber and bare branches spanning the calm grey water in diagonal lines toward the distant tree line.

Berry Vine Above the RiverPrimorsky Krai

Massive granite boulders at Langou Bay form a natural arch, with distant mountains visible across calm water through the rock opening.

Distant Hills Beyond the Granite ArchPrimorsky Krai

A wind-shaped pine stands on a grassy headland at Gamov Cape, with golden morning light on the foreground and deep blue water beyond.

Grassy Headland in Early LightFar East Marine Reserve

Foreground boulders beside a calm bay, a sun-lit hill beyond and industrial cranes in silhouette on the far shore, Primorsky Krai coast.

Golden Headland Beyond the PortPrimorsky Krai

A forested escarpment meets the calm sea at dawn, textured boulders in the foreground below a soft pink sky, Primorsky Krai coast.

Forested Coast at DawnPrimorsky Krai

Barnacle-encrusted rocks in the foreground with white seafoam from crashing waves along the New South Wales coast at summer dawn.

Barnacle Shore at SunriseNew South Wales

Golden dawn light breaks through heavy cloud above dark basalt rock as white water rushes through coastal crevices at Bendalong Point, New South Wales.

Sunbreak at the Rock PlatformNew South Wales

Lichen-covered rocks in the foreground with mist over still water and warm dawn reflections at Dunns Swamp, New South Wales.

Lichen Rocks in Dawn MistNew South Wales

Four bare tree trunks in silhouette against a sunset sunburst, reflected in the still surface of Lake St Clair, New South Wales.

Four Trees Against the SunburstNew South Wales

A koala sleeps wedged in the fork of a large eucalyptus branch, its grey fur contrasting with the rough sun-baked bark.

Koala in the Tree ForkQueensland

Powerful wave sending a large spray plume above dark cliff rocks at Bermagui, New South Wales, with heavy textured clouds filling the upper sky.

Wave Plume off the CliffNew South Wales

Jagged dark rocks scatter across a slope of green and ochre, with snow-capped peaks rising behind grey cloud, South Island.

Dark Outcrops on the Spring SlopeAustralia

Fresh snow rests on amber maple leaves with icicles hanging below, translucent foliage lit against a pale blue sky.

Maple Leaves Under Ice and SnowPrimorsky Krai

Calm water meets a pebbly beach below dark forested hills, at the Samarga River mouth in early autumn, golden-hour sky above.

Calm Shore at River MouthTerneysky District

Bare dead snags on Kamenistyaya Mountain rise from a scree field above dense green forest, distant ridges fading into haze under heavy cumulus cloud.

Skeletal Snags Above the ForestPrimorsky Krai

From a rocky cliff edge in Primorsky Krai, the Iman River meanders below through golden autumn forest toward hazy mountain ranges.

Cliff Edge Above the ValleyPrimorsky Krai

Two painted lady butterflies perch face-to-face on a twig, their orange wings spread against a soft neutral bokeh, Shkotovskoe Plateau.

Two Butterflies on a TwigPrimorsky Krai

Long-exposure waves wash over wet sand beside coastal boulders at Bermagui as golden light breaks through storm clouds at dawn.

Storm Break at DawnSouth Coast

Rounded granite boulders in warm light at a tidal inlet, Bay of Fires, eucalyptus branches above the water, a distant shore under blue sky, Tasmania.

Tidal Inlet, Bay of FiresEast Coast Tasmania

Moss-covered rock formations extend across a wet sandy beach on the South Coast at dawn, with motion-blurred surf and storm clouds gathering overhead.

Dark Shore Below the StormSouth Coast

Heavy clouds hang over barren volcanic slopes and the distant caldera sea, Santorini, December 2024.

Barren Slopes in Winter CloudSantorini

Wet sand and scattered pebbles on a tidal flat at Coffs Harbor below dark storm clouds, with a warm glow near the horizon.

Scattered Pebbles at SunriseNew South Wales

A weathered eucalyptus tree stands before a view of snow-covered mountains and dormant vegetation at Perisher Valley, New South Wales.

Peaks Through Weathered TimberSnowy Mountains

A solitary egret stands on wet sand at Spoon Bay as white foam breaks against rocks below the vegetated headland.

Egret on the Morning ShoreCentral Coast

Turbulent white water over dark rock ledges on the Western Australian coast, warm light breaking through storm clouds overhead.

Foam Over Dark Rock LedgesWestern Australia

Long-exposure waves break against sea-stacks in a storm-lit cove on the New South Wales South Coast at dawn.

Storm Cove at SunriseSouth Coast

A rugged, grass-covered headland with windswept conifers along the ridge, overlooking deep blue ocean and a solitary sea stack in the distance.

Windswept Ridge Above Open WaterFar East Marine Reserve

Tilted rock strata run diagonally from the foreground to the surf at dawn, with sea-foam and massed cloud above, Byron Bay.

Strata and Surf at DawnNew South Wales

Dune grasses and a wind-swept bush at Tachingouza Bay, with a massive forested headland, white-capped surf, and a distant sea stack.

Dune Grass Before the HeadlandLazovsky Reserve

Barnacle-encrusted rocks near Coffs Harbor at dusk, with white water rushing past and storm clouds lit by sunset on the horizon.

Rock Platform After SunsetNew South Wales

Steep tan cliff face rising from the sea at Petrova Island, with scattered rocky outcrops and distant mountains fading into cloud.

Cliff Above the Open SeaLazovsky Reserve

Layers of forested slopes receding into atmospheric haze above the Iman River, with evergreens sharp against bare deciduous trees.

Forested Slopes into HazePrimorsky Krai

A lichen-covered rock on a ridge overlooks the Izvilinka River winding through a haze-filled valley of dormant forest.

Valley in Autumn HazeChuguyevsky District

Low summer sun on the horizon above algae-covered rocks at dawn on the Forster coast, with motion-blurred surf and a distant headland.

Algae Shelf at Low SunNew South Wales

Heavy storm clouds hang above a rocky Queensland headland at predawn, with water moving through boulders toward a vegetated coastal hillside.

Storm Over the Grassy HeadlandNew South Wales

Coastal trees in silhouette against a warm morning sky at Bay of Fires, orange lichen boulders and gentle waves in the foreground.

Backlit Trees Above Lichen RockEast Coast Tasmania

A breaking wave rolling over a basalt shelf at the Byron Bay headland before dawn, with warm golden light on the right horizon.

Wave Surge Over BasaltNew South Wales

A large wave with an emerald crest explodes into white spray against dark rocks and a clouded sky at Coffs Harbor.

Ocean Crest Against Storm CloudNew South Wales

Weathered driftwood at the edge of a wide river in Primorsky Krai, golden autumn grasses and rolling hills beyond.

Driftwood Before the HillsPrimorsky Krai

A wave explodes against a dark headland at Byron Bay, sending a tall plume of spray skyward while figures stand on the rocky outcrop.

Plume Against the Storm SkyNew South Wales

Long-exposure waves over a dark basalt platform at Coffs Harbor dusk, storm clouds overhead, New South Wales.

Long Exposure at the Basalt ShoreNew South Wales

A barge carrying a red LED installation on Sydney Harbour, with blue spotlights overhead and the Opera House visible in warm light behind.

Red Vessel Before the Opera HouseNew South Wales

Stratified coastal rocks in the foreground at Byron Bay dawn, golden-lit clouds above the headland and sea stacks visible in the distance.

Golden Clouds Above the BayNew South Wales

A snowy ridge at Vorobey Mountain with dense conifers on the left and sparse pines on the bright right slope, golden grass in the foreground, January 2012.

Sunlit Ridge in JanuaryPrimorsky Krai

Pine needles in sharp focus in the foreground with limestone cliffs curving along the shoreline and rocky islets visible in the calm bay, Vityaz Bay.

Limestone Shore and Offshore IsletsFar East Marine Reserve

Telephoto view of a solitary figure walking the surf line at Nelson Bay, white foam tracing the curve of the beach at dawn.

Foam Lines Along the ShoreNew South Wales

Tall dune grass in the foreground with a curved beach, smooth surf, and a forested island silhouette at Petrova Island, Lazovsky Reserve.

Dune Grass Along the ShoreLazovsky Reserve

Weathered driftwood on the Bikin River gravel bar at sunset, golden reflections stretching across the calm surface, September 2010.

Golden Light at the River BendPrimorsky Krai

A large bulbous granite monolith stands above turquoise water, seaweed-strewn sand, and scattered boulders at the shore of Lazovsky Reserve.

Monolith at the Water's EdgeLazovsky Reserve

Wet sand reflects pink and orange dawn hues, with dark basalt rocks scattered along the shoreline and streaked clouds overhead at Gold Coast.

Streaked Clouds at Low TideNew South Wales

A wave crashes against mossy sandstone rocks at Umina Beach at dawn, golden spray catching the first light below a stormy sky.

Wave Spray, Umina BeachNew South Wales

A wave explodes against dark jagged rocks on the Queensland coast as the sun rises low on the horizon beneath a peach-toned sky.

Wave Against the Cliff FaceQueensland

A rugged sea stack on a reef shelf at sunrise, South Coast of New South Wales, with long-exposure surf flowing around the base.

Reef Stack at SunriseSouth Coast

A crashing wave backlit by morning sunlight, spray lit amber against a darkening sky, with a bird above the swell at Byron Bay, NSW.

Backlit Crest in Morning HazeNew South Wales

Sunlit snow-capped peaks rise above deeply shadowed valleys and layered mountain ridges in a winter morning panorama, Central Otago, New Zealand.

Ridge Crests in Morning SunCentral Otago

Yellowing trees line the left bank as a sunlit hillside transitions from green to burnt orange, Daubihe River, Primorsky Krai, October 2010.

Hillside Above the DaubihePrimorsky Krai

A winding dirt track follows the grassy headland edge at Vladimir Bay, warm light on the cliff face and a pale sea beyond.

Track Across the Grassy HeadlandPrimorsky Krai

Amber-hued spring meltwater rushes past patches of snow and fallen logs at the Vinogradovka forest edge, evergreen canopy above.

Stream Through Fallen TimberPrimorsky Krai

A mature pine with sprawling branches roots into a rocky cliff edge above the calm waters of Vityaz Bay, summer 2007.

Rooted Pine Above the BayFar East Marine Reserve

A manicured garden at Mount Wilson with red maples and birch trees in late-autumn colour, Blue Mountains, New South Wales.

Autumn Garden, Mount WilsonBlue Mountains

Moss-covered boulders on the wet sand at One Mile Beach as the sun rises above a textured cloud ceiling in early December.

Gold Light on the Receding TidePort Stephens

Crepuscular light rays over a tidal shelf at Huskisson at dawn, with white water washing across flat rock and heavy cloud overhead, New South Wales.

Crepuscular Rays, HuskissonNew South Wales

Wet sand ripples catch warm light at sunset on a curved sandy spit, with a reed-lined shore and distant hills beyond, Sidemi coast.

Sand Spit at SunsetHasan

Climbing vine with red berries over the Bikin River, a diagonal branch crossing the foreground with a beaver dam in the distance.

Through Berries to the Beaver DamPrimorsky Krai

Sunlight forms a starburst above granite rock formations at Langou Bay, the sea surface below shimmering with reflections against a deep blue sky.

Sunburst Through the Boulder GapPrimorsky Krai

Silhouetted sea stacks at Gamov Cape at dusk, with an orange sky, shimmering calm ocean, and birds in flight above the water.

Sea Stacks at Dusk, Gamov CapeFar East Marine Reserve

Golden dawn light washes layered rocks and sea cliffs along a coastal bay on the Russian Far East coast.

Campfire Bay at SunrisePrimorsky Krai

Backlit sea stacks and coastal cliffs stand against a cloud-filled dawn sky near Dalnegorsk, dark rocks and kelp in the foreground where waves break.

Rock Pillars Against the DawnPrimorsky Krai

Layered sandstone formations in warm tones at Bermagui front a long-exposure sea below a stormy sky with a pale horizon break.

Sandstone Shore Under StormSouth Coast

Long-exposure waves move around granite boulders on a sandy Bay of Fires beach, trees silhouetted on the headland in morning light.

Tidal Shore in Early LightEast Coast Tasmania

Algae-covered rock formations stretch toward the ocean on the South Coast at dawn, with storm clouds above a golden horizon.

Algae Rocks Under StormSouth Coast

Lit swimming pools on a terraced cliffside villa above the Santorini caldera, with pastel dawn sky and a volcanic island on the horizon, December 2024.

Lit Pools at DawnSantorini

Golden dawn light filters through heavy storm clouds onto wave foam washing over dark coastal rocks at Coffs Harbor.

Wave Foam Over Coastal RockNew South Wales

A bleached dead branch leans against a mossy granite boulder in deep snow at Perisher Valley, with snow-covered hills receding into haze.

Bleached Branch on Mossy BoulderSnowy Mountains

Iron-stained sandstone pools reflect orange light on Spoon Bay's rock platform at dawn, with storm clouds overhead.

Iron Pools Under Storm CloudCentral Coast

Backlit sea spray rising over moss-covered red rock shelves on the Western Australian coast, with storm clouds above at dusk.

Sea Spray in the Last LightWestern Australia

Rose-tinted dawn light over a crescent beach flanked by vegetated headlands on the New South Wales South Coast.

Rose Light Over the HeadlandSouth Coast

A tall sea stack rises from deep water beside a stratified cliff at Hasan, with sparse pine trees above and turquoise waves breaking over dark boulders at the base.

Sea Stack Before the CliffHasan

White sea-foam from a breaking wave contrasts against dark stratified rock and calm green water in a sheltered cove.

Waves on the Tidal ShelfNew South Wales

A massive weathered boulder on a reddish beach at Tachingouza Bay, with long-exposure surf flowing as mist around smaller rocks at dawn.

Hollow Rock at DawnLazovsky Reserve

Dark storm clouds over the Coffs Harbor coast at dusk, with crashing waves on lichen-covered rocks and orange sunset light at the horizon.

Storm Clouds Over the ShoreNew South Wales

A tall sea stack lit in warm light at Petrova Island, with scattered boulders and shallow reflective pools in the foreground.

Lone Stack Over Boulder ShoreLazovsky Reserve

Golden larch and birch trees stand beneath a deep blue sky streaked with diagonal cirrus clouds near the Iman River, Primorsky Krai.

Larch Beneath October CirrusPrimorsky Krai

A solitary pine at the cliff edge overlooks the Izvilinka River valley, where bare trees stretch toward distant blue mountain ranges.

Pine Over the IzvilinkaChuguyevsky District

A diagonal stone breakwater juts into long-exposure surf at dawn, warm sunlight catching the wet rock surface under layered morning cloud.

Morning Glow Over the BreakwaterNew South Wales

Long-exposure surf around dark coastal boulders on the Queensland coast at dawn, with a vegetated headland to the left and rain squall clouds overhead.

Rain Squall Over Dark BouldersQueensland

Aerial view of Wineglass Bay showing the curved white beach and densely vegetated ridges in low late-afternoon light, East Coast Tasmania.

White Beach Below the RidgeEast Coast Tasmania

Rough coastal rocks and blurred surf in the foreground below a headland cliff, with an apricot sky at dawn, Queensland coast.

Headland at Summer DawnQueensland

Small figures walk along a grassy headland at Coffs Harbor as waves roll across turquoise water toward a rocky foreshore.

Walkers Above Turquoise SurfNew South Wales

Reeds and bare birch trees lining a shallow river in Primorsky Krai, rolling hills and overcast sky behind.

Shallow River Past Reed BanksPrimorsky Krai

Rough, wet rock formations in low winter sunlight at Byron Bay, with storm clouds massing overhead and sea spray lifting from the surf below.

Wet Rock in Low Winter LightNew South Wales

Flat, barnacle-covered rock shelves at Coffs Harbor with wave spray and blurred waves below storm clouds with golden light breaking through, New South Wales.

Flat Shelf at DuskNew South Wales

The Sydney Opera House wears a teal projection at night, blue spotlights rising into dark cloud while a ferry passes across the harbor.

Opera House Under Blue SpotlightsNew South Wales

Grey boulders lead toward a sea stack silhouetted against clouded sky at Byron Bay, long-exposure surf forming a pale wash below.

Rock Stack in Morning MistNew South Wales

A mountain ridge at Vorobey Mountain with snow, dry grass, and conifers in the foreground, blue haze-filled mountains receding behind, January 2012.

Rugged Slope Above the ValleyPrimorsky Krai

A solitary pine stands on a grassy ridge at Vityaz Bay, overlooking rugged coastal rock formations and distant rolling hills under scattered clouds.

Lone Pine on the RidgeFar East Marine Reserve

Wide sandy beach at Nelson Bay with wet sand in the foreground and rocky cliff faces at the shoreline under warm morning light.

Sandy Shore Below the CliffsNew South Wales

Gravel spit dividing a river channel from a calm pool, with bare deciduous trees and dried reeds at the mouth of the river, Petrova Island.

Gravel Spit at River MouthLazovsky Reserve

Tall grasses and submerged aquatic weeds fill the Bikin River shallows under heavy evening clouds at golden hour, September 2010.

Bamboo Bank Before the StormPrimorsky Krai

A massive rock formation rises above a sandy beach scattered with dark seaweed at Tachingouza Bay, with a smaller stone in clear water beyond.

Rock Above the Seaweed ShoreLazovsky Reserve

Streaked dawn clouds above a wet mirror beach, dark jagged rocks in the foreground, and a distant headland on the Queensland coast.

Dawn Reflections on the SandQueensland

Golden morning sunlight breaks through storm clouds over the bay at Umina Beach, with barnacle-covered foreground rocks and distant hills visible.

Sunbreak Over the BayNew South Wales

Jagged dark basalt formations at dawn on the Queensland coast, with a sandy cove sheltered by a steep cliff behind.

Basalt Cove at DawnQueensland

Jagged sea stacks at dawn on the South Coast, with a long-exposure tidal wash across the wet sand in the foreground.

Tidal Wash Below the StacksSouth Coast

Telephoto compression stacks rolling ocean swells in morning light at Byron Bay, NSW, fine spray catching warm amber color at the breaking crests.

Telephoto Swells in Winter GoldNew South Wales

Warm brown foreground mountain slopes above deep blue-shadowed valleys, with jagged snow-capped summits in clear morning light, Queenstown area, South Island.

Alpine Slopes Above Blue ShadowCentral Otago

A dirt track winds past feathery white reeds and bare trees toward autumn-covered hills, Lefu River valley, Primorsky Krai.

Track Past the Reed BankPrimorsky Krai

Lush green slopes give way to red-soil cliffs and rocky pinnacles along the Vladimir Bay coast, with a winding track following the ridgeline.

Pinnacles in Morning HazePrimorsky Krai

A fallen tree trunk lies across a rushing amber stream on a Vinogradovka forest slope, snow-dusted bare branches overhead against a blue April sky.

Bare Branches Above April WaterPrimorsky Krai

White wildflowers and ferns border a limestone cliff edge above the calm sea at Far East Marine Reserve, Russia, at golden hour.

Wildflowers at the Cliff EdgeFar East Marine Reserve

Broad sandstone ledges at Bermagui extend into a long-exposure sea beneath a low storm sky with a pale band of light near the horizon.

Rock Ledges in Broken LightSouth Coast

Lichen-covered granite boulders rim a calm cove at Bay of Fires, long-exposure water below a windswept tree silhouetted at the horizon.

Granite Cove at Morning TideEast Coast Tasmania

Water rushes in a long-exposure surge over an algae-covered rock platform on the South Coast at sunrise, with storm clouds and warm light overhead.

Tidal Surge at SunriseSouth Coast

White-plastered terraces step down a dark volcanic cliffside in Santorini, warm sunrise light on the horizon beneath heavy winter clouds.

White Terraces at SunriseSantorini

Dark coastal cliffs at Coffs Harbor fall to a calm sea below heavy storm clouds, with warm light along the horizon at dawn.

Headland Cliffs at DawnNew South Wales

Twisted snow-laden branches cast long shadows across undulating snowfields at Perisher Valley, with mountain peaks visible under a partly cloudy sky.

Long Shadows on the SnowfieldSnowy Mountains

Laminated sandstone in warm tones contrasts with storm clouds and a turquoise ocean on the Spoon Bay rock platform at dawn.

Banded Rock in Storm LightCentral Coast

Deep red eroded rock formations on the Western Australian coast, white surf breaking at their base beneath dark storm clouds at dusk.

Storm Clouds Over Red RockWestern Australia

Long-exposure surf flows over lichen-covered rocks toward a sheltered cove on the South Coast of New South Wales at dawn.

Lichen Shore at First LightSouth Coast

A pebble shoreline at Telyakovskogo Bay curves toward a forested headland under a large cumulus cloud in a blue sky.

Pebble Cove Below the CloudFar East Marine Reserve

Dark jagged rocks cross diagonally over pale wet sand on the Queensland coast at dawn, with a steep cliff at the far right.

Diagonal Rocks on Pale SandQueensland

A massive smooth boulder leans into the sandy beach at Tachingouza Bay, long-exposure ocean beneath a violet and amber sky at dawn.

Boulder Against the Violet SkyLazovsky Reserve

White sea foam swirls around dark barnacle-covered rocks at Coffs Harbor at dusk, with storm clouds split by a low orange sunset on the horizon.

Sea Foam Against Dark RocksNew South Wales

Warm light on limestone boulders along a pebble beach at Petrova Island, with a large island and dark clouds on the horizon.

Limestone Shore at SunsetLazovsky Reserve

White-barked birch and golden larch on a sun-lit hillside, russet grass in the foreground, streaking cirrus in a deep blue sky, Primorsky Krai.

Birch Trunks on the Autumn SlopePrimorsky Krai

Warm-lit rock face in the foreground contrasts with the cool blue haze of the Izvilinka River valley and distant mountain ridges.

Cliff Face at Golden HourChuguyevsky District

Rugged coastal cliffs covered in green scrub slope toward deep turquoise water on the Forster headland, New South Wales, under overcast morning light.

Headland Cliffs Above Turquoise WaterNew South Wales

Deeply grooved sandstone boulders beside a calm tidal channel on the Queensland coast at dawn, heavy clouds and white foam in the background.

Tidal Channel at DawnNew South Wales

Pink granite boulders at Coles Bay emerge through long-exposure water on a late-autumn morning, a distant shore visible beneath streaked cloud.

Pink Stone at Morning TideEast Coast Tasmania

A tall cliff face on the right side of the frame at the Byron Bay headland at dawn, with long-exposure spray across the foreground rocks.

Cliff Face at DawnNew South Wales

Two rock fishers stand silhouetted on a jagged cliff at Coffs Harbor as a wave crashes below them in backlit spray.

Rock Fishers in the SprayNew South Wales

River rushing past submerged fallen logs with long-exposure white water in the foreground and an autumn-colored forested hill under heavy clouds, Primorsky Krai.

River Past Submerged LogsPrimorsky Krai

A large wave breaks against dark volcanic rocks as a rainbow arcs through storm clouds above the New South Wales coast.

Wave Surge Against Dark RockNew South Wales

Warm dawn light reflects in wet sand on the Coffs Harbor coast beneath purple clouds and a distant island silhouette on the horizon.

Purple Dawn at Coffs HarborNew South Wales

The Sydney Harbour Bridge lit with cyan lighting at night, with diagonal beams of light cutting through clouds above the waterfront.

Harbour Bridge in Blue LightNew South Wales

Barnacle-crusted rocks at a Byron Bay tidal channel with golden light, the ocean's flow smoothed into a pale stream against cool blue water.

Tidal Channel at SunriseNew South Wales

Layered mountain ridges at Vorobey Mountain fade into soft blue haze, with a conical dark peak visible and snow-dusted slopes in the foreground, January 2012.

Peak Through the Winter HazePrimorsky Krai

A weathered log lies diagonally across the cliff top at Vityaz Bay, with reddish-bark pines behind it and billowing summer clouds above the open sea.

Weathered Log on the Coastal CliffFar East Marine Reserve

Rays of sunlight pass through heavy cloud above the rocky headland at Nelson Bay, with the white lighthouse visible against the grey sky.

Tower Against the Cloud RaysNew South Wales

Twisted dead branches in the foreground with a steep limestone cliff face above pebble shoreline and calm water, morning light at Petrova Island, Lazovsky Reserve.

Limestone Cliffs at PetrovaLazovsky Reserve

A bare, weathered tree trunk leans over the Bikin River at dusk, with pink and blue twilight clouds reflected on the rippled surface below.

Dead Tree at Dusk, BikinPrimorsky Krai

A towering granite rock with deep fissures at Tachingouza Bay, with a lush green hill descending to a sandy beach and dark clouds above.

Storm Clouds Over the ShoreLazovsky Reserve

Honey-toned sandstone formations enclose a sheltered cove at Bermagui, with long-exposure waves softened into smooth water beneath a stormy sky.

Honeyed Cove Before the StormSouth Coast

Low-angle view of orange-lichen-stained granite boulders at Bay of Fires, long-exposure water between the rocks and a windswept tree silhouetted against a warm morning sky.

Windswept Tree Over Lichen RockEast Coast Tasmania

Long-exposure surf rushes over moss-covered rock shelves on the South Coast at dawn, with a breaking wave in the distance under a heavy storm sky.

Breaking Surf on Mossy ShelvesSouth Coast

A white bell tower with an arched gateway stands in the foreground at Santorini, a blue dome visible against the pink-tinged sunrise sky behind.

Bell Tower at DawnSantorini

Pandanus palms on a grassy clifftop at Coffs Harbor with crepuscular rays through storm clouds above the rocky shoreline and ocean below.

Pandanus on the ClifftopNew South Wales

Wind-carved ripples texture the snow across rolling Perisher hillsides, where dark shrubs cast long afternoon shadows on the white surface.

Wind-Rippled Snow With Long ShadowsSnowy Mountains

A wave breaks against a sandstone ledge at Spoon Bay, freezing its white spray against storm clouds at dawn.

Spray Against the LedgeCentral Coast

Long-exposure waves flow as white ribbons over algae-covered sandstone at Red Bluff, Kalbarri, as a storm clears at dusk.

Storm Break at Red BluffKalbarri

Long-exposure waves crash over lichen-stained rocks below a steep coastal cliff on the South Coast of New South Wales.

Jagged Shore Beneath the HeadlandSouth Coast

Dark driftwood logs on warm golden sand at Tachingouza Bay, with textured storm clouds catching the last of the evening light overhead, July 2010.

Logs on the Evening ShoreLazovsky Reserve

Glossy dark rocks form a diagonal line across a Queensland beach at dawn, leading toward breaking waves on the horizon under softly lit clouds.

Glossy Rocks at DaybreakQueensland

Long-exposure waves wash against a rounded granite boulder at Tachingouza Bay, with a silhouetted headland under an orange dawn sky.

Waves Against Rounded GraniteNew South Wales

Dark basalt rocks at dusk, Coffs Harbor coast, with white foam against stone and a sandy beach leading to a distant headland.

Headland in Last LightNew South Wales

A sheltered pebble cove at Petrova Island lined with columnar basalt, with turquoise water and a storm-clouded sky overhead.

Basalt Cove at Storm LightLazovsky Reserve

Steep hillside with golden larch above bare white trunks under a blue sky with wispy clouds, Primorsky Krai. Late autumn.

Gold Canopy Over Bare TrunksPrimorsky Krai

High-angle view from above the Izvilinka valley shows the dark river cutting through a forest of pale and rust-colored trees.

Winding River Through Pale ForestChuguyevsky District

Turbulent waves crash against layered rock strata at the Forster headland, white foam rising over the jagged edge under an overcast summer sky.

Shale Ledge Against the SurfNew South Wales

Stratified cliff rock in the foreground overlooks a curved sandy cove and calm ocean on the Queensland coast at dawn, under layered cloud.

Curved Beach Below the CliffNew South Wales

A gnarled tree with exposed roots stands on the sandy lakeshore at Cradle Mountain, with jagged peaks and cumulus clouds reflected in the calm water below.

Ancient Tree Above Still WaterTasmania

Dark coastal rocks and crashing waves at the base of a massive cliff, Queensland coast, with an orange-to-dark dawn sky above.

Ocean Swell at the Dark HeadlandQueensland

A wave explodes against a dark cliff face at Coffs Harbor, sending white spray into the air beneath an orange sunrise sky.

Wave Against the Cliff FaceNew South Wales

Tangled driftwood in a blurred forest stream with pale deciduous trees at left and a distant mountain slope in autumn foliage, Primorsky Krai.

Tangled Timber in the CurrentPrimorsky Krai

Warm golden-hour light falls on a rugged coastal shelf as a rainbow appears through heavy storm clouds on the horizon.

Headland in Storm LightNew South Wales

Long-exposure water flows past jagged volcanic rocks on the Coffs Harbor coast at dawn, with a shadowed cliff face anchoring the left side.

Volcanic Shore in Morning LightNew South Wales

A wooden pier lined with purple LED lights curves past the illuminated Sydney Opera House under a night sky crossed by laser beams.

Purple Pier at the Opera HouseNew South Wales

Starburst lens flare above a Byron Bay coastal channel at dawn, white surf rushing past mossy granite formations in long exposure.

Winter Starburst on the CoastNew South Wales

Dark conifers and bare deciduous trees on a snowy diagonal slope at Vorobey Mountain, blue rolling hills fading into haze beyond, January 2012.

Rolling Hills in WinterPrimorsky Krai

A massive bleached tree trunk lies across a coastal cliff edge at Vityaz Bay, with slender twisted pines and the open sea visible beyond.

Bleached Trunk at Cliff EdgeFar East Marine Reserve

Honey-colored sandstone formations with vertical striations stand above a long-exposure sea at Bermagui, with a rugged headland visible in the distance.

Fractured Shelf at Low WaterSouth Coast

Orange lichen-covered granite boulders stand against breaking waves at the Bay of Fires coastline under a morning sky, East Coast Tasmania.

Wave Around Lichen-Covered RockEast Coast Tasmania

Algae-covered rocks cut through wet sand on the South Coast at dawn, with long-exposure surf and a coastal headland visible under heavy storm clouds.

Headland Shore in Storm LightSouth Coast

White-washed structures on a dark volcanic cliffside at Santorini, a church spire catching the warm sunrise light against a golden horizon.

Church Spire in Morning LightSantorini

Crepuscular rays break through storm clouds over the Coffs Harbor headland at dawn, with pandanus scrub and rocky shoreline in the foreground.

Crepuscular Rays Over the HeadlandNew South Wales

Low-angle winter sun catches wind-drifted snow on an alpine slope, while sparse dark scrub casts long shadows across the white surface.

Drifted Slopes in Late LightSnowy Mountains

A wave erupts into a tall plume of spray against dark storm clouds above the Spoon Bay sandstone platform at dawn.

Plume Over the Rock FaceCentral Coast

Waves crash against the iron-rich sandstone base of Red Bluff, the surf blurred to white foam by a long exposure.

Cliff Face in Evening SwellKalbarri

Long-exposure surf washes over rugged rock formations on the South Coast of New South Wales at dawn, with layered storm clouds above.

Rock Shelf Under Storm CloudsSouth Coast

A large granite boulder on wet sand at Tachingouza Bay, with long-exposure surf and an orange dawn sky reflected in the sand, July 2010.

Boulder at the Dawn ShoreLazovsky Reserve

Dark volcanic rocks and shallow tide pools on a Queensland beach at dawn, with gentle waves and a sandy cove below a steep cliff.

Tide Pools at Sandy CoveQueensland

Towering granite sea stacks rising from the surf at Tachingouza Bay in morning light, with green seaweed and a sandy foreground below.

Granite Spires in Summer LightLazovsky Reserve

Dark rocks on wet sand at dusk, Coffs Harbor, the sand reflecting warm town lights beneath a purple and blue sky after a rain squall.

Purple Dusk After the SquallNew South Wales

Sunlit sea cliffs with vertical rock striations at Petrova Island, with green slopes meeting deep blue water and an offshore island on the horizon.

Headland Over Dark WaterLazovsky Reserve

Close-up of smooth red berry clusters hanging from thin branches, sharp against a soft blur of autumn foliage, Primorsky Krai, October 2013.

Red Berries in Late OctoberPrimorsky Krai

A rocky cliff edge in late afternoon light overlooks a deep valley where the river winds through bare and russet-toned trees.

Cliff Rim Above the Forest ValleyChuguyevsky District

Layered rust-streaked shale and orange lichen in the foreground lead toward breaking waves and a sandy beach arc under a textured sky.

Layered Strata Above the ShoreNew South Wales

Amber-hued eroded sandstone platform on the Queensland coast at dawn, with dark storm clouds overhead and a warm break of light at the horizon.

Sandstone Platform Below the StormQueensland

A weathered scrub bush reaches over the rippling surface of a Tasmanian lake, with steep mountain slopes and jagged peaks rising behind in warm afternoon light.

Pebbly Shore Below Jagged PeaksTasmania

Mossy dark rocks on a Queensland shoreline at dawn, slow-shutter surf around the foreground stones and a steep cliff on the right.

Mossy Rocks at the Cliff BaseQueensland

Waves crash against dark basalt rocks before dawn at Coffs Harbor, with a distant lighthouse silhouetted against the orange sky.

Lighthouse Behind the SprayNew South Wales

A wide river flows around a tangle of driftwood, with autumn-covered hills and birch trees visible on the far bank, Russian Far East.

Driftwood at the River BendPrimorsky Krai

A massive wave explodes against jagged rocks at the New South Wales coast, throwing white mist into a storm-lit sky.

Mist Plume in Storm SkyNew South Wales

Gentle waves roll onto a curved sandy beach at Coffs Harbor, bordered by dark rocky outcrops and coastal scrub under an overcast morning sky.

Sandy Bay, Coffs HarborNew South Wales

A historic sandstone church front covered in multicolored projection light, with laser beams crossing the night sky and lit towers behind it.

Church Facade in Rainbow LightNew South Wales

A large sandstone rock stands in the foreground, long-exposure water at its base, as a sliver of dawn light shows on the South Coast horizon.

Monolith at the Dawn HorizonSouth Coast

Layered lichen-covered rock formations and a driftwood branch edge a calm turquoise inlet lined with coastal trees, East Coast Tasmania.

Layered Shore with DriftwoodTasmania

Green algae covers the stratified rock platform in the foreground on the South Coast at dawn, with long-exposure surf and heavy storm clouds overhead.

Green Algae Below Storm CloudsSouth Coast

Pack donkeys laden with white sacks ascend a steep stone path between sun-lit whitewashed buildings in Santorini.

Donkeys Along the Stone PathSantorini

Craggy dark rocks in the foreground of a predawn coastal scene near Coffs Harbor, with smooth long-exposure water and golden horizon light.

Craggy Shoreline Before SunriseNew South Wales

A snow slope at Perisher Valley carries dark shrubs in the foreground while mist moves across the upper ridges in warm afternoon light.

Mist Over Perisher ValleySnowy Mountains

Rock pools on a sandstone shelf at Spoon Bay reflect the bright horizon light beneath dark storm clouds at dawn.

Tidal Shelf at First LightNew South Wales

Stratified red rock formations line the reef platform at Red Bluff as long-exposure waves smooth to pale white across the foreground.

Layered Cliffs Against Post-Storm SkyKalbarri

Long-exposure surf moves around dark foreground rocks below a natural sea arch silhouetted against storm clouds, New South Wales coast.

Arch in Silhouette at DawnSouth Coast

A slender granite spire stands at the center of the Tachingouza Bay coastline, with smooth boulders in the foreground and pines on the hillside.

Spire Above the PinesLazovsky Reserve

Dark glistening rock formations channel a trickle of seawater toward the sandy beach as sunrise light catches the tide pools.

Tide Pools at DaybreakNew South Wales

Massive weathered sea stacks in the left foreground at Tachingouza Bay at dawn, warm orange horizon above wet sand below.

Tall Stacks on the ShoreNew South Wales

Tidal pools on a rocky Coffs Harbor beach at sunrise, pink and orange sky reflected in shallow water below a silhouetted headland.

Tidal Pool at First LightNew South Wales

Rolling green hills enclosing a sheltered bay on Petrova Island, Lazovsky Reserve, with deep blue water and scattered cumulus clouds above.

Rolling Hills Above the BayLazovsky Reserve

Ice fractured across the shallows of the Iman River, revealing smooth stones beneath, with an autumn hillside rising beyond.

Ice Over River StonesPrimorsky Krai

View from a high ridge over the Izvilinka River valley, with lichen stones and bare branches in the foreground and hazy mountains beyond.

High Ridge Above the IzvilinkaChuguyevsky District

Wet sandstone formations on the Forster coast at dawn, with long-exposure surf and a hilly headland in the mist.

Rock Platform at DawnNew South Wales

Surf crashes against sandstone columns on a Queensland headland at dawn, storm clouds above and two small figures visible on a distant jetty.

Surf Against the ColumnsNew South Wales

Warm sunlight catches the rugged dolerite peaks of Cradle Mountain as vast cumulus clouds tower above, with alpine heath and tussock grass in the foreground.

Cumulus Towers Above Dolerite PeaksTasmania

Turbulent surf crashing against jagged dark rocks on the Queensland coast at dawn, the sun as a small orb through mist on the horizon.

Rising Sun Through Coastal MistQueensland

Dark basalt foreground rocks contrast with breaking waves and a warm orange sky, with silhouetted headlands and distant lighthouse on the NSW coast.

Headland with Distant LighthouseNew South Wales

Water moves over a cobbled riverbed at golden hour, with a deciduous hillside in full autumn color rising in the background, Russian Far East.

Rocky Riverbed at Golden HourPrimorsky Krai

Jagged coastal rocks at Byron Bay with swirling turquoise water, storm clouds overhead, and a band of golden light breaking through from the left.

Rocks Before the StormNew South Wales

Wet, cracked rock with marine life in the foreground, turquoise water beyond, and a warm horizon glow under blue-grey clouds, NSW South Coast.

Fractured Shore Under Dark CloudsSouth Coast

Warm morning light strikes orange lichen on granite boulders beside a smooth tidal channel at Bay of Fires, East Coast Tasmania.

Orange Lichen at the Tidal ShoreEast Coast Tasmania

Layered rock with green algae patches extends into milky surf, a warm amber glow at the horizon beneath storm clouds, New South Wales coast.

Rock Ledge in Amber LightSouth Coast

Vibrant blue and red domes on white plaster buildings at Santorini, with soft orange light at the horizon filtering through textured grey clouds at sunset.

Blue Domes at SunsetSantorini

Rugged tidal rocks and wet sand reflecting a golden horizon glow at Coffs Harbor, with storm clouds overhead and long-exposure ocean waves.

Golden Horizon Over Tidal RocksNew South Wales

Warm hazy afternoon light falls across snow-covered slopes at Perisher, casting long shadows from sparse vegetation toward distant rocky peaks.

Far Peaks Through Alpine HazeSnowy Mountains

Long-exposure waves break across a flat rock platform at Spoon Bay under heavy storm clouds at dawn.

Storm Light at DawnCentral Coast

Eroded sandstone formations extend along the Kalbarri coast as evening light catches the warm red rock against a clearing sky.

Eroded Headland Toward the SeaKalbarri

A sea stack with a natural arch stands above long-exposed surf breaking over jagged rocks on the South Coast of New South Wales.

Sea Stack at DaybreakSouth Coast

Long shadows stretch across a dry grass bank as a dirt path winds toward a river bend, bare trees silhouetted against blue sky, Suchan.

Long Shadows Under Bare BranchesPrimorsky Krai

Jagged columnar rock formations wet from breaking waves, with morning light filtering through low cloud on the Queensland coast.

Columns at the TidelineQueensland

Rounded granite boulders rise from the sea near a distant islet at Tachingouza Bay, their surfaces softened by silky long-exposure water in the morning light.

Boulders at Tachingouza BayLazovsky Reserve

Barnacle-encrusted rock formations at low tide with long-exposure water flowing through tidal channels under a warm golden sky at dusk, Coffs Harbor coast.

Tidal Platform at SunsetNew South Wales

Crepuscular sun rays break through morning clouds above the calm sea at Petrova Island, with rhododendron blooms and a weathered driftwood snag in the foreground.

Weathered Snag in Spring BloomLazovsky Reserve

A wide gravel bar on the Iman River catches morning light, the far hillside showing late-autumn foliage against a deep blue sky.

Gravel Bar in Morning LightPrimorsky Krai

Warm golden-hour light on a mixed forest canopy above the Izvilinka gravel riverbed, with layered mountain ranges receding into blue haze.

Gravel Bed Toward the RangesChuguyevsky District

A breaking wave moves around rocky outcrops on the Forster coast at dawn, with orange light along the horizon below grey clouds.

Wave Break at DawnNew South Wales

A lone figure stands high on a coastal path above fractured rock formations and crashing waves on the Queensland coast at dawn.

Fractured Stone at DawnQueensland

Rocky peaks dusted with scrub catch directional light above a calm alpine lake at Cradle Mountain, Tasmania.

Peaks Above Still WaterTasmania

A column of sea spray rising against the dark cliff face at Byron Bay, with long-exposure water flowing smoothly through the basalt rocks.

White Spray Against the CliffNew South Wales

A wave hangs frozen above dark volcanic rocks on the NSW coast at predawn, with a distant headland and lighthouse on the horizon.

Frozen Wave at Volcanic RocksNew South Wales

Long-exposure forest stream over submerged timber, with mossy banks, bare deciduous trees, and a distant hillside in autumn foliage, Primorsky Krai.

Stream Through Mossy BanksPrimorsky Krai

A massive sandstone formation stands above blurred surf at Bermagui, with storm clouds hanging low and a sliver of warm light at the horizon.

Pale Light on the HorizonSouth Coast

A grassy coastal headland with windswept trees stands above granite boulders and lichen-stained rocks under a sky of streaking clouds.

Headland Trees at MorningEast Coast Tasmania

Smooth long-exposure water over layered rock formations on the New South Wales coast, orange sunrise light at the left horizon beneath storm clouds.

Coastal Shelf at First LightSouth Coast

Traditional windmills silhouetted at sunset on the clifftop at Santorini, warm golden light from windows along the layered whitewashed village below and the sea beyond.

Windmills on the ClifftopSantorini

Rocky outcrops and long-exposure water at predawn near Coffs Harbor, with wet sand reflections and islands silhouetted against the brightening horizon.

Distant Islands Through Storm CloudNew South Wales

Strong low-angle afternoon light casts elongated shadows from dark scrub across smooth snow drifts toward rounded rock formations on a distant Perisher ridge.

Elongated Shadows Across the DriftsSnowy Mountains

Layered sandstone shelves at Spoon Bay at dawn, with heavy storm clouds overhead and warm sunlight on the ocean.

Sandstone Beneath the StormNew South Wales

Late evening light warms the layered sandstone cliffs at Red Bluff as a storm retreats and white foam breaks at their base.

Warm Light on Sandstone CliffsKalbarri

Dark algae-covered rocks in a sandy cove on the NSW South Coast, blurred waves catching a warm amber glow beneath storm clouds at dawn.

Cove at Amber DawnSouth Coast

A tall, dark-trunked tree stands silhouetted against a deep blue sky above a golden grassy riverbank at Suchan, Primorsky Krai, late October.

Long Shadows Across the RiverbankPrimorsky Krai

Sandy cove at dawn on the Queensland coast, with warm light across wet sand and a steep vegetated cliff to one side.

Cove Below the HeadlandQueensland

A sea stack rises against the early morning sky at Tachingouza Bay, with smooth rounded boulders and wet sand in the foreground.

Morning Light on the Sea StackLazovsky Reserve

Long-exposure waves wash over moss-covered rocks with a rugged coastal headland visible under a dusk sky ranging from warm orange to cool grey.

Headland in Evening LightNew South Wales

Purple rhododendrons bloom on a rocky embankment above a calm bay at Petrova Island, as morning rays break through dark clouds toward a solitary island on the horizon.

Azaleas Above the Quiet BayLazovsky Reserve

Upward view through a birch forest in late autumn, white bark vertical against brilliant golden foliage and a clear blue sky, Primorsky Krai.

Birch Canopy in Late AutumnPrimorsky Krai

Warm afternoon sunlight on lichen-covered rocks above the Izvilinka River, with cool blue tones in the water and distant ridgelines.

Lichen Rocks in Afternoon GoldChuguyevsky District

White water flows around dark angular boulders on the Forster coast at dawn, with storm clouds and warm light on the horizon.

Storm Light Over the BouldersNew South Wales

Weathered rocks in the foreground open onto a coastal bay in warm low-angle light beneath storm clouds, Queensland coast.

Bay Beneath the StormQueensland

Dark alpine lake at Cradle Mountain with dolerite peaks rising behind and a solitary tree on the grassy bank, heavy cumulus above at dusk.

Alpine Lake, Cradle MountainTasmania

Striated rock formations jut into turquoise water at Bermagui, long-exposure waves blurred into soft ribbons below heavy clouds and a warm horizon break.

Jagged Coast at First LightSouth Coast

Rust-lichened granite boulders line a calm shoreline at Bay of Fires, with silhouetted coastal trees backlit by morning sun breaking through cloud.

Lichen Shore Before Cloud BreakEast Coast Tasmania

Waves over rugged wet rocks on the New South Wales coast at dawn, an orange sunburst on the horizon beneath dark storm clouds.

Sunburst Over Dark WaterSouth Coast

Warm lights from white-washed cubic structures on a dark cliffside at Santorini, the sky fading from orange to deep blue above the calm sea.

Clifftop Lights After SunsetSantorini

Wet sand reflecting golden sunrise light at Coffs Harbor, with basalt rock formations and heavy storm clouds over the headland.

Wet Sand at the SunbreakNew South Wales

A steep alpine face textured with wind-swept snow and dark shrubs, strong lateral sun from the left casting long shadows at Perisher Valley.

Alpine Face in Direct SunSnowy Mountains

A sandy beach curves along Spoon Bay toward a dark headland under storm clouds at dawn, New South Wales.

Sandy Beach Toward the HeadlandCentral Coast

White sea foam fills the gap between two sandstone outcrops at Kalbarri as waves break during a clearing late-autumn storm.

Breakers Through the Rock GapKalbarri

Warm dawn light catches the underside of a natural arch as long-exposure waves break around boulders on the New South Wales coast.

Morning Light on the Natural ArchSouth Coast

Warm morning light strikes the reddish-brown layered cliff face at Vladimir Bay, above the calm blue waters of the bay below.

Red Cliff Above Vladimir BayPrimorsky Krai

Pandanus palm and low vegetation in the foreground of a pebble shore and sandy beach on the Queensland coast at dawn.

Pandanus at the Pebble ShoreQueensland

A tapered granite monolith rises from the surf at Tachingouza Bay, its rough surface catching low morning sun with mossy cliffs and cirrus sky behind.

Tapered Rock from the SurfLazovsky Reserve

Heavy storm clouds and a curtain of rain hang over dark volcanic rocks and tidal pools at Coffs Harbor, with a sunlit headland beyond.

Rain Curtain Over the HeadlandNew South Wales

Magenta rhododendrons line a sandy slope above a crescent beach, with sun rays breaking through clouds toward rocky islets in the calm bay.

Sunburst Over the Crescent BeachLazovsky Reserve

Wide river valley in late afternoon light, rocky shoreline in the foreground and golden-lit forest hillside across the water, Iman River, October 2013.

Wide Valley Under Low SunPrimorsky Krai

Sunlit gravel bar and golden reeds along a river bend lined with birch trees in autumn colour, mountain slopes in the distance, Ussuri River.

Gravel Shore on the UssuriChuguyevsky District

Layered sandstone outcrops on the Forster coast at dawn, with long-exposure waves and a sky shifting from grey cloud to warm light.

Sandstone Under the Storm SkyNew South Wales

Layered rock outcrops at Bermagui protrude into deep water as long-exposure surf blurs around them below a soft pink and grey dawn sky.

Pink Sky Over the Rock PlatformSouth Coast

Wide-angle view of orange lichen-encrusted granite boulders at a tidal inlet, with cirrus clouds above and distant vegetated hills on the horizon.

Orange Lichen to the HorizonEast Coast Tasmania

Layered sandstone rock platforms with long-exposure surf in warm orange sunrise light on the New South Wales coast, storm clouds above the horizon.

Sandstone Platform at SunriseSouth Coast

A hillside village at Santorini in the pre-dawn hour, warm amber lights from windows set against white-washed structures and a cool blue sky.

Hillside Before SunriseSantorini

Wide coastal beach at predawn near Coffs Harbor, where sunlight breaks through storm clouds and casts a golden path across the wet sand.

First Light Over the Wide BeachNew South Wales

Sparse alpine shrubs cast rhythmic bands of shadow across wind-scoured snow on a diagonal ridgeline above Perisher Valley, August 2025.

Bands of Shadow on the InclineSnowy Mountains

Heavy grey clouds over Spoon Bay lit by warm golden light from the right horizon on a summer morning.

Heavy Cloud Over the BayCentral Coast

A natural pool in the sandstone platform at Red Bluff collects blurred wave water as storm clouds part to reveal evening light.

Pool on the Sandstone PlatformKalbarri

Basalt rocks and a sandy cove at dawn on the Bermagui coast, long-exposure waves blurred to mist beneath storm clouds turning orange at the horizon.

Basalt Shore at DaybreakSouth Coast

Lush green vegetation covers the clifftop above rust-colored coastal cliffs and sea stacks at Vladimir Bay, Primorsky Krai, on a summer morning.

Green Headland Above Rust CliffsPrimorsky Krai

Palm fronds overhang a pebbled shore at Byron Bay, with ocean waves breaking beside a shadowed cliff face at dawn.

Palm Fronds Over the ShoreNew South Wales

Silky long-exposure water flows over pebbles and boulders toward tree-draped cliffs at Tachingouza Bay in the pre-dawn light of August.

Pebble Cove at DawnLazovsky Reserve

Warm light breaks through a cloud bank at the Coffs Harbor coast, revealing a faint rainbow arc in the mist above dark volcanic rocks.

Rainbow in the Wave SprayNew South Wales

Pink rhododendrons cluster on a rocky ledge above steep forested cliffs at Petrova Island, with a sandy erosion path winding toward the calm sea below.

Rhododendrons at the Cliff EdgeLazovsky Reserve

Jagged dark rock shoreline in the foreground with submerged stones visible through shallow water, mist rising from a steep forested hillside across the river.

Cool Mist at the ShallowsPrimorsky Krai

Wide river past a frosted gravel shore and mixed autumn forest of birch and conifer, mountain ridgeline behind, Ussuri River.

Frosted Shore Beneath the RidgeChuguyevsky District

Layered sandstone formations border a coastal channel of turquoise water on the NSW South Coast, with sunrise light on the horizon.

Coastal Channel at DawnSouth Coast

Streaked cirrus clouds lit by morning sun stretch across a wide sky above lichen-covered granite boulders at Bay of Fires, East Coast Tasmania.

Cloud Ceiling above the ShoreEast Coast Tasmania

White wave spray erupting against layered rock formations at dawn, an orange sunburst through dark storm clouds, New South Wales coast.

Spray Against the Rock ShelfSouth Coast

Whitewashed buildings with arched terraces step down a volcanic cliff face above the Santorini caldera at dawn, December 2024.

Whitewashed Village at DawnSantorini

Rocky beach at predawn near Coffs Harbor, with motion-blurred surf and a sky ranging from deep blue to orange toward the headland.

Rock Beach Under Storm CloudsNew South Wales

Sparse low scrub casts stark diagonal shadows across wind-blown slopes at Perisher, with a ground blizzard softening the distant ridgelines to haze.

Ground Blizzard on Alpine SlopesSnowy Mountains

Layered sandstone in the foreground at Spoon Bay, with a crescent beach and headland under heavy cloud on a summer morning.

Rock Strata at the Bay's EdgeCentral Coast

White water breaks over a red sandstone ledge at Kalbarri as an orange horizon lights the ocean surface beneath dark storm clouds.

Orange Horizon Over the LedgeKalbarri

A natural sea arch near Bermagui at dawn, morning light on the stone above mossy tide pools where waves crash at the base.

Sea Arch at Low TideSouth Coast

A rushing stream flows through a narrow rocky gorge with a gravelly bank and steep cliffs above, orange autumn foliage visible, Terneysky District.

Gorge Stream in AutumnTerneysky District

Coastal scrub and spiky leaves in the foreground before a pebble beach and ocean under heavy cloud on the Queensland coast.

Spiky Fronds Before the OceanQueensland

Smooth boulders in morning sunlight at Tachingouza Bay, with white surf in the foreground and jagged rock spires rising in the distance.

Jagged Spires Above Smooth BouldersLazovsky Reserve

Long-exposure water flows around seaweed-covered rocks at dusk on the Coffs Harbor coast, with deep blue sea and heavy clouds above.

Dusk on the Rocky CoastNew South Wales

A steep cliff face at Petrova Island caught in morning sun, with bright spring foliage against the grey stone and shadowed crevices.

Rock Face in Morning LightLazovsky Reserve

Moss-stained boulders line the near bank of a wide river, mist hanging low over the water, heavy storm clouds above mixed deciduous and conifer ridges.

Fog Low on the WaterPrimorsky Krai

Long-exposure wave-wash over layered rock platforms at Bermagui, with golden light breaking through storm clouds at dawn.

Cloud Break, BermaguiSouth Coast

A solitary tree leans over a glassy tidal waterway edged with orange lichen boulders on the East Coast of Tasmania.

Leaning Tree over Still WaterEast Coast Tasmania

Long-exposure waves flowing through channels in layered rock formations on the New South Wales coast, warm dawn light on the horizon beneath storm clouds.

Low Sun on Rock ChannelsSouth Coast

Warm sunlight on the Colosseum's upper stone facade, a faint rainbow in the dark storm sky above, Rome, December 2024.

Pale Rainbow Above the RuinsRome

Shallow tidal pools on a rocky shoreline at Coffs Harbor reflect the amber sky as sunrise light breaks through heavy storm clouds.

Pools at the Rocky ShoreNew South Wales

Snow-covered mountain ridgeline at Perisher Valley in winter afternoon light, with long shadows and a warm amber haze above the distant slopes.

Ridge Above the Amber HazeSnowy Mountains

Sunlight breaks through cloud cover above layered sandstone at Spoon Bay, casting light across the ocean on a summer morning.

Sunlight Through the Cloud BreakCentral Coast

Long-exposure waves streaking over a wet rock platform on the Western Australian coast, with warm light filtering through heavy storm clouds in the evening sky.

Wave Curl in the EveningWestern Australia

A rock arch on the Bermagui coast at dawn, surf crashing around dark foreground rocks below textured clouds with warm sunrise light at the horizon.

Arch Above the White SurfSouth Coast

A solitary birch tree on a snowy ridge at Vorobey Mountain, with dry grass and a forested peak in the distance, January 2012.

Birch on the Winter RidgePrimorsky Krai

A tidal flat on the Queensland coast at dawn, with storm clouds and their near-perfect reflection in the still, shallow water below.

Storm Cloud Over Still WaterQueensland

Weathered driftwood and smooth grey stones along the water's edge at Tachingouza Bay, with distant dark mountains visible under a soft morning sky.

Driftwood Shore Facing the MountainsLazovsky Reserve

Sandstone rocks and breaking waves in the foreground, with a scrub-covered headland curving into a calm turquoise bay at dawn.

Headland at First LightSouth Coast

Orange lichen boulders fill the foreground of a coastal inlet, with a lone tree silhouetted on the distant headland against streaking clouds.

Far Headland at Low LightTasmania

Smooth long-exposure water flowing around jagged rock formations on the New South Wales coast at dawn, an orange sunburst emerging from dark storm clouds.

Headland Rock at DaybreakSouth Coast

Wet cobblestones and brick arches at golden hour in central Rome, small figures in the distance amid ruined masonry.

Cobblestones at the Monumental ArchRome

Motion-blurred waves wash over dark rocks on the New South Wales coast before sunrise, under a sky shifting from amber to grey.

Rocky Reef Before SunriseNew South Wales

Low winter sun casting long shadows across snow-covered alpine slopes at Perisher, with dark subalpine shrubs in the foreground.

Shadows Across Alpine SlopesSnowy Mountains

Sculpted ochre sandstone layers at Spoon Bay with wave foam at the rock base and storm clouds above on a summer morning.

Ochre Shelf in the SurfCentral Coast

Weathered sandstone tide pools extend toward the horizon at Kalbarri as storm clouds split and warm light settles over the coastal shelf.

Tide Pools Beneath the Clearing SkyKalbarri

A rock arch on the Bermagui coast at dawn, spray from breaking waves lit by warm golden light from the left, heavy clouds overhead.

Sunlit Arch in the SpraySouth Coast

Reed grass and a bare deciduous tree line the Komissarovka riverbank in late autumn light, with forested hills visible across the streaked water.

Bare Tree Above the Reed BankPrimorsky Krai

Golden-brown sandstone on the NSW South Coast lit by a shaft of sun breaking through heavy cloud, with shimmering reflections on the waves below.

Amber Ledge at the Cloud GapSouth Coast

Orange lichen-covered granite boulders line a calm tidal inlet at Bay of Fires, with a tree silhouetted on the distant ridge under streaked clouds.

Lichen Rock Above the ChannelEast Coast Tasmania

Rugged sandstone rocks in the foreground, heavy storm clouds above, and a golden band at the horizon on the New South Wales coast.

Wide Shore Under Heavy CloudSouth Coast

A flock of birds passes before the Colosseum's stone facade in Rome at golden hour, warm horizon glow on the ancient arches.

Flock Before the Ancient FacadeRome

Long exposure waves flow across a wet basalt coastal platform at Coffs Harbor, lit by warm predawn glow beneath textured cumulus clouds.

Basalt Platform at First LightNew South Wales

Rolling snow-covered hills at Perisher Valley with wind-sculpted drifts and dark scrubby vegetation in the foreground, under warm hazy winter light.

Wind-Sculpted Snowfield, Perisher ValleySnowy Mountains

Wet sandstone rock shelf at Spoon Bay reflects cumulus cloud formations in early summer morning light on the Central Coast of New South Wales.

Cloud Light on the Rock ShelfCentral Coast

Long-exposure view of wave-washed basalt rocks on the Western Australia coast at sunset, with storm clouds above a golden horizon.

Rock Platform at SunsetWestern Australia

A sea stack with a natural arch on the Bermagui coast at dawn, storm-cloud light above surf swirling around wet foreground rocks.

Storm Light on the Sea StackSouth Coast

A bright sunburst breaks through heavy storm clouds over the South Coast of NSW, casting warm light across the ocean below at dawn.

Sunburst Through the StormSouth Coast

Sun-lit granite boulders above a clear shallow bay at Coles Bay, with steep tree-covered hills under textured clouds, April 2022.

Clear Bay Below the SlopesEast Coast Tasmania

Warm dawn light catches layered sandstone ledges on the New South Wales south coast as storm clouds gather over a secluded sandy bay.

Ledges Before the StormSouth Coast

Sunlit Gothic spires and stone statues of the Milan Duomo cut a diagonal against a clear blue December sky.

Gothic Pinnacles Under December SunItaly

Motion-blurred waves pass over tidal rocks at predawn, with grassy headlands visible across the bay under blue and gold cloud.

Tidal Rocks Below the HeadlandNew South Wales

Twisted frost-covered dead tree trunks standing in deep snow at Perisher Valley, with mist-covered rolling hills receding into soft winter light beyond.

Dead Trees in Deep SnowSnowy Mountains

Fractured angular sandstone slabs at Spoon Bay stretch toward the Central Coast horizon, with storm clouds and breaking waves visible in the morning light.

Angular Slabs Toward the HorizonCentral Coast

A sandstone headland juts into the ocean on the NSW South Coast, golden sunrise rays breaking through storm cloud and turquoise waves at the base.

Dawn Rays on the Rock FaceSouth Coast

Massive rounded granite boulders in late-afternoon light at Coles Bay, with rugged mountain slopes and cloud banks above the still water beyond.

Granite Boulders at Coles BayEast Coast Tasmania

Striated rock formations anchor a view of breaking waves, storm clouds, and distant coastal houses on the New South Wales south coast.

Rock Strata Under Storm CloudSouth Coast

A rainbow arcs over limestone cliffs on the Amalfi Coast, with a coastal village on the steep hillside and whitecaps in the foreground.

Rainbow Over the Coastal CliffsAmalfi Coast

Foam-washed basalt rocks occupy the foreground of a curving bay at Coffs Harbor, with silhouetted headlands against an early spring sky.

Curved Bay, Coffs HarborNew South Wales

Frost-dusted subalpine shrubs in the foreground of a layered alpine snowfield at Perisher Valley, with smooth drifts and a rocky ridge beyond.

Slopes Toward the Rocky RidgeSnowy Mountains

Iron-stained sandstone with swirling surface patterns at Spoon Bay, Central Coast, as a breaking wave sends white spray against the headland cliff face.

Iron Rock Under Breaking WavesCentral Coast

Rugged rocky shore with white-capped waves below a large sandstone cliff on the South Coast of New South Wales at dawn.

Cliff Above the Breaking SurfSouth Coast

A windswept tree and a rock formation stand on the Coles Bay foreshore, with a distant headland visible below billowing clouds, April 2022.

Lone Tree by the HeadlandEast Coast Tasmania

Long-exposure waves crash against striated coastal rocks in warm dawn light on the New South Wales south coast, December 2020.

Misty Shoreline at SunriseSouth Coast

Moss-covered stone retaining walls descend toward an Amalfi harbor, a yellow building perched at the cliff edge above.

Yellow House at the Cliff EdgeAmalfi Coast

Wave foam creates patterns against dark rocks and smooth sand on the NSW coast at dawn, with coastal scrub at the water's edge.

Shore Foam on Dark RockNew South Wales

Thick rime ice coating the skeletal branches of a dead tree at Perisher, the twisted white structure isolated against a soft pale sky.

Rime Ice on Skeletal BranchesSnowy Mountains

Swirling sandstone layers at Spoon Bay, Central Coast, with sea foam collecting in rock hollows and a breaking wave beyond.

Sandstone Layers to the ShoreNew South Wales

Massive stratified sea stack rising from the ocean on the South Coast of NSW at dawn with storm clouds and a warm sunrise glow.

Sea Stack Before the StormSouth Coast

Smooth granite boulders in warm light beside shallow water at Coles Bay, a solitary tree and mountain range under cloud behind, April 2022.

Granite Shore at Coles BayEast Coast Tasmania

Jagged coastal rocks catch the golden light of a December sunrise while white foam swirls around the dark stone, New South Wales.

Jagged Coast at Dawn LightSouth Coast

Terraced stone buildings cling to a steep limestone cliff above turquoise water on the Amalfi Coast, a black sand beach below.

Terraced Village Above a Black BeachAmalfi Coast

A deep blue sky fades to orange above a grassy headland on the NSW coast at predawn, with angular rocks in the foreground.

Predawn Sky Over the HeadlandNew South Wales

Branches coated in thick crystalline rime ice at Perisher Valley, dark charcoal bark contrasting sharply with the white frozen accumulation in diffused light.

Crystalline Ice on Dark BarkSnowy Mountains

A wave crashes against the layered rock at Spoon Bay, Central Coast, sending white spray skyward in summer morning light.

Morning Wave at Spoon BayCentral Coast

Amber light on the horizon breaking through storm clouds over a South Coast rock platform with long-exposure water at dawn.

Amber Break Through Storm CloudSouth Coast

Warm afternoon light on rough granite boulders at the edge of a sheltered cove in Coles Bay, with textured clouds over the rugged hillside.

Sheltered Cove, Coles BayEast Coast Tasmania

Layered sandstone on the NSW south coast catches amber dawn light as a wave breaks against a central rock, distant houses visible.

Amber Light on Layered StoneSouth Coast

Terraced facades on rugged cliffs above a dark sand beach at Sorrento, with turquoise water breaking at the base in winter morning light.

Cliffs Above the Turquoise BayAmalfi Coast

Long-exposure waves break over a stratified rock shelf on the New South Wales coast, blurred surf against layered stone under a soft grey sky.

Wave Break Over the Rock ShelfNew South Wales

Weathered dead tree and mossy boulder at Perisher Valley, with a sunburst radiating from behind the broken upper branch into deep blue winter sky.

Sunburst Behind Fallen TimberSnowy Mountains

Crepuscular rays through cloud breaking over sandstone boulders and turquoise surf on the South Coast of NSW at dawn.

Crepuscular Light Over the SurfSouth Coast

A wind-bent tree stands on pink granite at Coles Bay, Tasmania, beneath a cirrus-streaked golden-hour sky in late autumn.

Wind-Bent Tree Above the BayEast Coast Tasmania

Coastal cliffs in warm directional light overlook a small sandy cove tucked into a rocky inlet, with breaking waves below on the NSW south coast.

Pocket Cove at DaybreakSouth Coast

Stone walls and bare branches in shadow overlook an electric blue bay and dark sand beach at the Sorrento coast, December 2024.

Stone Wall at the Blue ShoreAmalfi Coast

Dark layered sandstone in the foreground with long-exposure surf washing a sandy beach below a streaked evening sky on the New South Wales coast.

Layered Rock at the TidelineNew South Wales

Alpine shrub encased in thick rime ice at Perisher, with long shadows across the snow ridge and distant hills under a clear blue sky.

Alpine Shrub in Winter RimeSnowy Mountains

Wet striated sandstone rocks in the foreground with turquoise water and a distant headland on the South Coast of NSW at dawn.

Headland Through the Cloud BreakSouth Coast

Lichen-flecked granite boulders at Coles Bay, Tasmania, catch warm late-afternoon light, with calm water and forested hills beyond.

Lichen-Spotted Granite, Coles BayEast Coast Tasmania

Layered sandstone formations on the NSW south coast catch sunrise light breaking through heavy storm clouds above a turbulent blue-green sea.

Sunrise Through Heavy CloudSouth Coast

A weathered stone wall and yellow ceramic planter sit in shadow before the sunlit white buildings on green slopes above the bay at Sorrento.

Yellow Planter Against the Blue SkyAmalfi Coast

Long-exposure surf over dark layered rocks in the foreground of a curved Coffs Harbor beach, receding tide pooled on the sand.

Surf Over the Curved ShoreNew South Wales

Dead snag with snow-capped branches against a deep blue sky, above textured snow drifts at Perisher Valley, Snowy Mountains.

Snag Above the DriftsSnowy Mountains

Warm-toned sandstone formations with motion-blurred tidal wash on the South Coast of NSW at dawn, cliffs and headland behind.

Tidal Wash Past Sandstone CliffsSouth Coast

Weathered driftwood rests in a crevice between granite boulders at Coles Bay, Tasmania, with still water and a forested headland beyond.

Driftwood in the Boulder CreviceEast Coast Tasmania

Deep blue storm clouds over a rocky headland at the South Coast NSW at dawn, with warm golden sidelight on the cliff face.

Storm Clouds Above the HeadlandSouth Coast

Terraced whitewashed buildings on rugged mountain slopes above the azure bay at Sorrento, with deep shadow in the cliffside ravines, December morning light.

Mountain Terraces in Winter LightAmalfi Coast

Dark volcanic rock platform in the foreground with long-exposure surf below a pink and orange dusk sky on the New South Wales coast.

Promontory at Pink DuskNew South Wales

A gnarled, leafless shrub emerges from snow-covered frozen ground at Perisher Valley, its skeletal structure silhouetted against a cloudless blue sky.

Gnarled Wood at the Snow LineSnowy Mountains

Waves rush through a narrow sandstone gap at dawn on the South Coast, with crepuscular rays in the cloud-filled sky above.

Light Through the Surge ChannelSouth Coast

A lone tree grows among wet rock formations at Coles Bay, Tasmania, with distant mountain peaks under a cloud-streaked sky.

Solitary Tree Before the PeaksEast Coast Tasmania

White surf washing over a layered rock platform at dawn on the South Coast, with dark storm clouds above sandstone cliffs behind.

Breaking Surf on the Rock PlatformSouth Coast

Pastel buildings above a harbor lined with concrete tetrapods at Sorrento, a mountain-top ruin visible at the cliff summit in midday sun.

Harbor at the Cliff BaseAmalfi Coast

Long-exposure waves wash over a dark basalt reef near Coffs Harbor, tidal pools reflecting the pink dusk sky, a sandy cove in the distance.

Basalt Ledge at the CoveNew South Wales

A fallen dead tree trunk sprawls across a pristine snowfield at Perisher Valley, its twisted branches casting long shadows on the snow.

Dead Trunk on the SnowfieldSnowy Mountains

Rock ledges with warm tonal highlights border a surge channel through which turquoise water swirls at dawn, New South Wales South Coast, December 2020.

Turquoise Pool Between the LedgesSouth Coast

Smooth granite boulders form a foreshore platform at Coles Bay, Tasmania, with long-exposure water and distant mountains visible on a late-autumn morning.

Still Bay from the Boulder ShelfEast Coast Tasmania

White water over dark layered rock formations at dawn on the South Coast, with a bright horizon band under heavy clouds.

Horizon Light Over Coastal RockSouth Coast

Whitewashed buildings on limestone cliffs above concrete tetrapods at Sorrento, large clouds over the mountain peaks in afternoon light, December 2024.

Whitewashed Cliffs in the AfternoonAmalfi Coast

Smooth long-exposure surf over dark reef and wet sand on the New South Wales coast, swirling water in the foreground.

Reef at Low TideNew South Wales

Twisted dead tree branches with frost-dusted tips extend across a deep blue sky above a shadow-patterned snowfield at Perisher Valley.

Branches Over the Winter SlopeSnowy Mountains

Crepuscular rays break through storm clouds above dark sandstone rocks and wave-washed sand on the NSW South Coast at dawn.

Storm Light on the ShoreSouth Coast

Smooth layered rock formations at Coles Bay, Tasmania, extend toward still long-exposure water below a textured cloud bank on an autumn morning.

Layered Shore in the Morning LightEast Coast Tasmania

A wave crashing against layered rock at sunrise on the South Coast, with long-exposure foam retreating across the platform.

Wave Spray in the Morning LightSouth Coast

Sunlight strikes the rugged limestone face of a steep mountain, casting shadows across terraced buildings on the Amalfi Coast at golden hour.

Limestone Face Over the Pastel TownAmalfi Coast

Rocky headland at Coffs Harbor at predawn, a full moon above the horizon and long-exposure waves blurred to mist below.

Full Moon, Coffs HarborNew South Wales

Dark boulders scatter across a snowfield at Perisher Valley, beside a frost-covered leaning tree with alpine hills and a solitary peak beyond.

Boulders Below a Frost TreeSnowy Mountains

Golden light reflects off wet sand on the NSW South Coast as waves break around dark rocks, a headland silhouetted against storm clouds.

Headland at First LightSouth Coast

Silhouetted eucalyptus against the Hazards at Coles Bay, Tasmania, with a lenticular cloud above in early morning light.

Lone Tree Before the RangeEast Coast Tasmania

Layered rock formations on the South Coast at dawn, with motion-blurred white water moving over wet stone under heavy grey cloud.

Layered Sandstone Under Wave SurgeSouth Coast

Weathered boats with peeling paint rest on dark volcanic sand below colorful buildings lit by streetlights at Amalfi Coast dawn.

Weathered Boats on the Dark ShoreAmalfi Coast

White surf crashes against dark basalt formations below sandstone cliffs at dawn on the Coffs Harbor coast, the cliff face in warm early light.

Cliff Base at First LightNew South Wales

Layered sandstone shelves in warm amber tones meet green-grey waves under an overcast sky with a break of light, NSW South Coast.

Rock Shelf in Cloud BreakSouth Coast

Smooth granite slabs in the foreground at Coles Bay, Tasmania, with the glassy bay and twin tree-covered peaks of the Hazards beyond.

Twin Peaks Over Flat WaterEast Coast Tasmania

White water rushes diagonally across a sandstone rock platform as the sky splits between golden sunrise light and heavy storm clouds.

Split Sky Above the LedgeSouth Coast

A stone wall borders a calm Amalfi Coast bay at dawn, with ochre buildings on the hillside and a mountain silhouette in the distance.

Stone Wall Across the Morning BayAmalfi Coast

Layered sandstone cliff face in morning light above long-exposure surf and dark rocks at the Coffs Harbor coast, October 2020.

Rock Face in Morning LightNew South Wales

White sea spray rises against layered sandstone ledges on the NSW South Coast as a sunburst breaks through storm clouds over turquoise water.

Wave Spray at SunriseSouth Coast

Massive pink granite boulders along the Coles Bay shoreline with a silhouetted eucalyptus, storm clouds lifting to warm morning light above calm water.

Pink Granite Below the StormEast Coast Tasmania

A wave explodes against layered rock formations at dawn, sending white spray skyward while a golden glow breaks through dark storm clouds on the horizon.

Exploding Wave at DawnSouth Coast

Dense coastal town against a sheer limestone cliff rising to mist-shrouded peaks, a stone fortification in the foreground below. Amalfi Coast.

Stone Fortification Below Misty PeaksAmalfi Coast

Veined sandstone platform stretches toward a sandy cove at golden hour, waves breaking against a coastal reef under a cloud-scattered sky, New South Wales.

Layered Platform Above the BaySouth Coast

Wet reddish-brown granite in the foreground at Coles Bay, with silhouetted trees against a sky breaking from storm cloud into morning light.

Wet Stone Beneath the Clearing SkyEast Coast Tasmania

Turbulent waves rush over flat sandstone ledges on the New South Wales south coast at dawn as golden light breaks through heavy storm clouds.

Flat Ledge in Morning SurfSouth Coast

A gondola with a red interior sits on rippling canal water in Venice, with Gothic-arched building facades lining the far bank in soft morning light.

Gondola Past the Gothic FacadesVenice

A wave explodes in a white arc against a sandstone cliff at dusk on the South Coast, warm light on the rock face.

Wave Burst Below the CliffsSouth Coast

Vibrant orange lichen covers granite boulders and rounded cobblestones beside clear tidal pools at Coles Bay as storm clouds gather overhead, April 2022.

Storm Over the Lichen ShoreEast Coast Tasmania

Breaking waves swirl white foam around wet layered rock outcrops as golden sunlight cuts through dark storm clouds above the south coast.

Golden Break Through CloudSouth Coast

A wooden pier and weathered pilings at a Venice waterfront at dawn, harbor lights reflected in still water, a crescent moon above.

Crescent Moon Over the PierVenice

Dark sandstone boulders sit on wet sand at dusk, with long-exposure waves as white mist and a deep blue sky, South Coast NSW.

Boulders Before the Breaking WaveSouth Coast

Pink granite shelves and pools at Coles Bay, with storm clouds on one side and a soft sunset glow on the other.

Split Sky Above Pink GraniteEast Coast Tasmania

A powerful wave breaks against dark layered coastal rock and sends spray high into the air while smooth water flows over the foreground stone.

Plume Against Dark RockSouth Coast

Long perspective through a stone arcade, sunlight casting geometric shadows across patterned pavement toward a blue sky and waterfront.

Through the Stone ArcadeVenice

Warm afternoon light strikes coastal boulders as smooth, milky water flows over dark stone onto wet sand, with cumulus clouds above the South Coast shoreline.

Tidal Flow Over Dark StoneSouth Coast

Moss-covered granite boulders reflect in still tidal pools at Coles Bay, while cloud formations above transition from warm sunset hues to cool grey, April 2022.

Mossy Boulders in Still WaterEast Coast Tasmania

A towering wave breaks against dark wet rocks at dawn on the New South Wales South Coast, spray rising against a golden horizon.

Storm Spray at DawnSouth Coast

Bronze winged lion on a stone pedestal in Venice, a seagull perched on its head against pale winter sky.

Winged Lion with a GullVenice

Sun flare marks low dusk light over jagged sandstone rocks, with long-exposure water streaming to the base of a dark headland, South Coast NSW.

Headland from the Rock PlatformSouth Coast

Orange lichen on smooth granite at Coles Bay, with tidal pools in the foreground and the Hazards rising beyond the still water at golden hour.

Lichen Shore Before the PeaksEast Coast Tasmania

Layered coastal rock catches warm sunlight while waves break below heavy clouds and sunbeams over the New South Wales South Coast.

Sunbeams Through Storm CloudsSouth Coast

Warm morning light falls on the stone facades of a Venice canal, gondolas moored between wooden poles in still water below.

Stone Facades, VeniceVenice

A wave crashes against a sandstone platform at dusk, sending a white spray arc against the deep blue sky and distant headland, South Coast NSW.

Foam Arc Against the SandstoneSouth Coast

Lichen-textured granite boulders in warm sunset light at Coles Bay, with jagged mountain peaks silhouetted against an orange and violet streaked sky.

Golden Hour at Coles BayEast Coast Tasmania

A large wave explodes in white spray against a rocky New South Wales coastline, with a distant vegetated headland and dark storm clouds overhead.

Wave Against the HeadlandSouth Coast

Wisps of steam rise from chimney flues above the dense Parisian slate rooftops, stone facades and satellite dishes visible below.

Chimneys in Winter HazeFrance

Smooth long-exposure ocean water flows over algae-covered sandstone ledges at dusk, with a sandy cove in the distance, South Coast NSW.

Dusk Over the Sandy CoveSouth Coast

Rounded granite boulders with motion-blurred water in the foreground at Coles Bay, a dark mountain range silhouetted against a sunset sky of orange and blue.

Smooth Rock Below the SilhouetteEast Coast Tasmania

Warm amber light fills a sandstone cave opening to turquoise surf and a sandy beach below storm clouds, South Coast, New South Wales.

Amber Light in the CaveSouth Coast

A street musician plays accordion outside a Paris doorway with a black cat resting on his shoulder, red checkered curtains behind him.

Accordionist at the Wooden DoorFrance

Diagonal volcanic rock platform on the New South Wales South Coast at dusk, with circular lens flare and distant headland beyond.

Volcanic Platform at DuskSouth Coast

Streaks of orange and violet cloud extend over smooth granite boulders at Coles Bay as long-exposure surf laps the rocks at sunset.

Clouds Over the Granite ShoreEast Coast Tasmania

Layered moss-covered rock shelves lead toward distant cliffs on the South Coast, New South Wales, waves softened by long exposure.

Rock Shelves to the CliffsSouth Coast

Limestone ledge above a wave-washed sandy cove on the New South Wales South Coast, with motion-blurred seafoam and a distant headland at dusk.

Ledge Above a Sandy CoveSouth Coast

Smooth stones and a rocky coastline at Coles Bay, lit by intense orange light as streaky sunset clouds reflect on the calm water.

Rocky Shore at SunsetEast Coast Tasmania

Algae-covered reef on the New South Wales South Coast, long-exposure waves reduced to white streaks around dark formations at dusk.

Reef Wash at DuskSouth Coast

Orange clouds above a granite platform at Coles Bay, with tidal pools reflecting the sunset and storm clouds gathering to the right.

Storm Light on the Rock PlatformEast Coast Tasmania

Sandstone coastal shelf in warm dusk light on the New South Wales coast, with breaking waves below and cumulus and storm clouds overhead.

Sandstone Shelf Before the StormSouth Coast

Massive granite boulders rise from long-exposure water at Coles Bay, warm orange sunset light on the rocks and deep blue sky above.

Warm Granite Toward the HorizonEast Coast Tasmania

Sea foam between dark boulders below a sandstone cliff face on the New South Wales coast, clouds overhead at dusk.

Foam Below the Cliff FaceSouth Coast

Lichen-covered granite rocks and tidal pools at Coles Bay reflect orange and violet clouds, with a faint island silhouette at the horizon.

Violet Sky in the Rock PoolsEast Coast Tasmania

Warm dusk light catches a sandstone platform and algae-covered rocks as cumulus clouds build above a darkened coastal headland, South Coast, New South Wales.

Cloud Bank Above the HeadlandSouth Coast

Large reddish granite boulders in long-exposure water at Coles Bay, with intense sunset colors on the left and a treeline on the right.

Pink Boulders Beside Still WaterEast Coast Tasmania

Wet, green algae-covered slate rock on the wave-cut platform leads toward breaking surf below backlit cumulus clouds, South Coast, New South Wales.

Algae Shelf at the BreakSouth Coast

Stratified dolerite cliffs at Cape Pillar rise from turbulent water, their vertical faces softened by thick mist and white foam at the base.

Cliffs in Mist at Cape PillarTasman Peninsula

Long-exposure water softens the tidal wash across dark, algae-spotted rock as warm dusk light falls along the horizon, South Coast, New South Wales.

Dark Rock in the Tidal WashSouth Coast

Columnar dolerite cliffs at Cape Pillar rise from a grey sea in diffused light, white foam at the base where waves break.

Columns Over the Open SeaTasman Peninsula

Smooth wave-wash flows over moss-covered rocks on a tidal platform as cumulus clouds fill a deep blue sky above the South Coast, New South Wales.

Wave-Washed Platform at DuskSouth Coast

Tall columnar basalt cliffs recede into misty haze above a rough sea at Cape Pillar, Tasman Peninsula, April 2022.

Columns Above the TasmanTasman Peninsula

Moss-covered rock in the foreground catches warm dusk light as blurred surf runs past toward a headland with houses, New South Wales.

Mossy Rocks Above the CurveSouth Coast

Light-coloured vegetation on ledges of dark columnar basalt at Cape Pillar, Tasman Peninsula, under overcast afternoon light, April 2022.

Pale Ledges on Dark RockTasman Peninsula

Moss-covered rocks lead toward a sandy inlet where white water moves at dusk, below warm-edged cumulus clouds, New South Wales coast.

Rock Shelf at the InletSouth Coast

A bird in silhouette before Cape Pillar's massive basalt columns, warm haze on the left and deep shadow on the right, April 2022.

Scale at Cape PillarTasman Peninsula

Long-exposure waves wash over moss-covered rock as a sandy beach curves toward a vegetated headland below a dusk sky, South Coast, New South Wales.

Shore Curve at DuskSouth Coast

A rugged rocky outcrop in the foreground with Hobart and its surrounding hills extending into coastal haze beyond, April 2022.

Outcrop Toward the Misty CityTasmania

Warm dusk light falls on mossy rocks and tide pools, with wet sand between outcrops and a wide ocean horizon beyond, New South Wales.

Low Tide on the Rock ShelfSouth Coast

Weathered granite boulders in the foreground anchor a panoramic view of Hobart and the Derwent Estuary below a heavy textured cloud layer, April 2022.

Derwent Estuary from the HeightsTasmania

Heavy blue-grey storm clouds contrast with warm golden light along the horizon and a distant rocky headland at evening, South Coast, New South Wales.

Evening Light on the Tidal FlatSouth Coast

A curved wooden boardwalk with wire-mesh decking crosses damp mossy landscape at Cradle Mountain, leading toward rolling hills and an afternoon sky.

Boardwalk Through the WetlandNew South Wales

Algae-covered volcanic boulders in the foreground with long-exposure surf and wet sand on the South Coast at evening, New South Wales.

Rock Pools at EveningSouth Coast

Two figures with dogs silhouetted against the glinting wet sand at Stanley Beach, Tasmania, midday in late autumn.

Noon Light on Stanley BeachTasmania