Foreground Interest

1255 photographs using foreground interest, from across the portfolio, shot between 2005 and 2026.

Warm amber light on wet rocks and sand at Lillico Beach, heavy clouds over the darkening ocean, a lighthouse on the far shore, Tasmania.

Rocky Shore at Last LightTasmania

Marble seating tiers curve around a checkered stage floor at an ancient amphitheater above Athens under a winter sky.

Marble Theater Toward the SkylineAthens

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 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

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

Tall green reeds line a tidal channel winding through marshland toward a dark forested headland at Tachingouza Bay, early morning, July 2010.

Reeds at the Estuary MouthLazovsky Reserve

A partially frozen river winds through snowy woodland, tall golden reeds in the foreground and bare birch trees lining the sunlit right bank.

Golden Reeds at the Ice EdgePrimorsky Krai

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

Long-exposure predawn on a Queensland beach, boulders anchoring the foreground as the glassy ocean surface reflects heavy textured cloud, January 2020.

Glassy Shore at PredawnQueensland

A dark tide pool near Coffs Harbor reflects the warm evening sky, surrounded by rough layered basalt rocks and looking toward distant headlands.

Tide Pool Below the SunbeamsNew South Wales

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

Dense Canopy Above the ShoreLazovsky Reserve

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

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 angular rocks in the foreground of a coastal bay at Byron Bay, with wet sand reflecting a clouded dawn sky mixing grey and pink.

Reflected Clouds, Byron BayNew 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

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

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

Smooth reddish-brown rocks wet with sea spray on the Western Australian coast, heavy storm clouds overhead with breaks of light filtering through at dusk.

Dusk on the Red CoastWestern Australia

A rock arch on the Bermagui coast stands against a star-filled predawn sky, long-exposure waves softening around the rugged foreground rocks.

Rock Arch Under StarsSouth Coast

Green moss-covered boulders seen through shallow, clear water at Tachingouza Bay, with a pale sandy beach and rolling hills beyond.

Mossy Boulders in the ShallowsLazovsky Reserve

Calm Ussuri River flanked by dry reeds and bare trees, dormant hills and snow-dusted mountains visible in the distance.

October on the UssuriChuguyevsky District

Sunlit pebbles on the Bikin riverbank lead toward a calm pool, with a fallen tree trunk on the right and dense taiga rising behind.

Stone Bank at MorningPrimorsky Krai

Clear rippling shallows at Gamov Peninsula reveal a sandy bottom, a grassy headland with dark evergreen trees rising above the rocks beyond.

Pebble Shore Toward the HeadlandFar East Marine Reserve

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

Tufts of beach grass and dark seaweed on a sandy shore at Sidemi Bay, with heavy clouds massing above the water in early morning.

Dune Grass Before the StormHasan

Dark textured rocks overlook a sandy cove at dawn on the Forster coast, warm orange light breaking below heavy grey clouds.

Cove at Dawn, ForsterNew South Wales

A rocky riverbed where clear water winds past banks of golden autumn foliage under a bright blue sky, Lefu River, Primorsky Krai.

Clear Bend, Lefu RiverPrimorsky Krai

A kangaroo stands on a sun-lit grassy headland overlooking Coffs Harbor, with a calm blue bay and green rocky peninsulas visible behind it.

Headland Kangaroo, Coffs HarborNew South Wales

Smooth long-exposure waves on a rocky shore at pre-dawn near Nelson Bay, with moss-covered rock platforms and still tide pools in the foreground.

Milky Shore Before First LightNew South Wales

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

Silhouetted sea stacks rise from calm water at Gamov Peninsula as a morning sunburst breaks through a band of dark clouds in early autumn.

Sunburst Above the Sea StacksFar East Marine Reserve

A leaf-scattered path beneath lichen-covered branches leads past large rounded topiary bushes in a formal garden at Mount Wilson.

Topiary Walk, Mount WilsonBlue Mountains

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 coastal rock formations in the foreground contrast with Newcastle's high-rise buildings along the distant shoreline under a scattered cumulus sky.

Layered Rocks, NewcastleNew South Wales

Feathery tussock grass in the foreground as sunbeams break through storm clouds over a distant harbor city and its valley, Queenstown, New Zealand.

God Rays Above QueenstownCanterbury

Yellow-green algae on a dark rock platform, a tidal pool reflecting storm clouds and the predawn glow, New South Wales coast.

Storm Shelf Before DawnNew South Wales

Rugged Queensland coastline at dawn, long-exposure waves softened to pale streaks across dark rocks below a curving tree-lined headland.

Tree-Lined Headland at DawnQueensland

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

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

Mossy Boulders, Langou BayPrimorsky Krai

Partially frozen stream winds through a snow-dusted meadow in Vinogradovka, bare reeds coated in fresh snow under an overcast April sky.

Reeds Under April SnowPrimorsky Krai

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

Rock Formation at DawnNew 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

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

Moss-covered rocks and tide pools along the Nelson Bay coastline at dawn, long-exposure water softened against a warm-toned sunrise sky.

Tide Pools at Nelson BayNew South Wales

Deep blue swells at a sandy Byron Bay shore at dawn, silhouetted rock formations on the left under an orange-lit sky. Winter.

Rocky Shore at SunriseNew South Wales

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

Silhouetted pine branches overhang the rocky coastline of the Far East Marine Reserve, morning light low at the horizon in September 2009.

Pine Overhang at Morning LightFar East Marine Reserve

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

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

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

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

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

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

Rugged coastal cliffs in early dawn light at Gamov Peninsula, mist-covered hills receding in layers above a deep blue bay under a peach-tinted sky.

Misty Hills Beyond the BayFar East Marine Reserve

Lichen-covered rocks on the shore of Dunns Swamp, New South Wales, reflect a patchy cumulus sky over calm water in late afternoon.

Rock Shelf Over Still WaterNew South Wales

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

Shoreline Before First LightSouth Coast

Milky Way band spans the night sky above tall reeds along Dunns Swamp, New South Wales, with a faint moon above the tree line and reflections in calm water below.

Reeds Under the Milky WayNew South Wales

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

Curved tire tracks cross wet beach sand toward a hazy mountain range visible across the sea, with coastal grasses soft in the foreground.

Tire Tracks Toward the MountainsHasan

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

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

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

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

Tufts of tall coastal grass anchor a curved pebbly shoreline at Topauza Bay, with deep blue water and mist-covered distant cliffs behind.

Grasses Above the Pebbled ShorePrimorsky 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

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

Tall dry grasses line a rugged cliff edge at Hasan, with solitary trees on the summit and a small rocky islet visible offshore.

Clifftop Grass, HasanFar 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

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

A tree-lined headland curves away beyond sand dunes and gentle white-capped rollers under a streaked pink afternoon sky at One Mile Beach.

Pink Clouds Above the HeadlandPort Stephens

Heavy storm clouds reflected in the wet sand of a flat Fijian beach, with light breaking through at the horizon.

Wet Sand Under Storm CloudsAustralia

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

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

Long-exposure night shot at Coffs Harbor showing wet sand and scattered rocks beneath a sky with faint stars and a warm horizon glow.

Stars Above Coffs HarborNew 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

The Steklyanukha River in April, shot at slow shutter speed, with bare-branched trees lining both banks under an overcast sky.

Morning on the SteklyanukhaShkotovsky District

Long diagonal shadows cross the snow-covered forest floor between bare, frost-laden trees near Vladivostok, January 2007.

Shadows Across the January SnowPrimorsky Krai

Whitewater rushes over smooth, wet boulders in a rocky stream bed below a densely forested slope near Partizansk, Primorsky Krai.

Whitewater Below the Forest SlopePrimorsky 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

The Komissarovka curves past a pebbly bank lined with golden reeds at dusk, the water blurred by long exposure, late autumn.

Dusk on the Pebbly BendPrimorsky Krai

Leafless trees reflected in the still Komissarovka at sunset, their skeletal branches mirrored in the warm-toned water, tall dry reeds in the foreground.

Bare Branches Mirrored at EveningPrimorsky Krai

A rustic log cabin sits beside a rocky stream at the foot of a forested slope in St Helen Springs, Primorsky Krai.

Log Cabin at St Helen SpringsTerneysky District

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

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

Warm dusk light over textured grasses in the foreground, with a forested peninsula and a small coastal settlement visible at Popov Island, Primorsky Krai.

Grassy Shore Before the PeninsulaPrimorsky Krai

Sunlit rocky headland covered in dark green pines rising from crystal-clear water, with submerged stones visible in the shallow foreground at Telyakovskogo Bay.

Pines Above the Clear ShallowsFar East Marine Reserve

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

A birch tree stands against a clear blue sky above golden dry grasses emerging from fresh snow, Vinogradovka, Primorsky Krai.

Birch Against the Winter SkyPrimorsky Krai

Smooth, rounded granite boulders surround a calm turquoise pool on the Thailand coast, with a broad canopy tree rising above against scattered clouds.

Stone Pool Beneath the CanopyThailand

Lichen-covered rocks in the foreground of Dunns Swamp, New South Wales, with calm water reflecting textured clouds at low-angle light.

Lichen Shore at Dunns SwampNew 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 lone photographer with a tripod stands on coastal rocks at Forster at morning, surrounded by long-exposure surf under a warm morning sky.

Lone Figure Above the SwellNew South Wales

A quokka photographed at low angle on green ground cover at Rottnest Island, Western Australia, with warm bokeh foliage softening behind it.

Quokka in Warm LightWestern Australia

A sunlit stream flows over dark stones beside maple trees in late-autumn colour at Mayfield Gardens, Blue Mountains.

Autumn Stream, Mayfield GardensBlue 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

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

A solitary seagull perches on a dark coastal rock at dusk, silhouetted against an orange-and-blue sunset sky over Vladivostok Bay.

Gull at the Orange HorizonPrimorsky Krai

Wind-swept sand ripples cover the beach at Falshivy Poyma, with dark rocky islands visible through haze beyond the gentle surf.

Sand Ripples Toward Distant IslandsHasan

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

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

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

Tangled roots and driftwood sit on muddy riverbanks in the foreground, the Suchan River reflecting autumn-covered hills in the background.

Driftwood Along the Suchan RiverPrimorsky Krai

Warm sunset clouds over dark coastal hills and the ocean at Tachingouza Bay, with wet sand and shallow water in the foreground, July 2010.

Warm Light Over Coastal HillsLazovsky 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

Isolated sea stack rising from clear, shallow coastal water near Dalnegorsk, with submerged seaweed and stones visible through the transparent surface.

Sea Stack Above Clear WaterPrimorsky Krai

A river flows through a steep valley in Primorsky Krai, thick ice sheets on the banks and bare trees rising on either side.

Thaw Light on the Valley RiverPrimorsky Krai

Frost-coated reeds rise in the foreground while bare trees fade into mist and a silhouetted figure stands under a diffused winter sun.

Frosted Reeds in White FogPrimorsky Krai

Clear shallow water over submerged stones leads toward jagged sea stacks on the horizon at Dva Brata Islands, Primorsky Krai.

Submerged Stones, Dva Brata IslandsPrimorsky Krai

Warm orange light filters through heavy clouds near the horizon, casting a glow across a long-exposure seascape and wet rocks on the Malaysian coast.

Shore at First LightMalaysia

Fisheye view inside a grand palace hall in St Petersburg, with a frescoed ceiling and ornate mirrored walls encircling visitors below.

Baroque Hall in PanoramaRussia

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

Wooden posts rise from tidal mudflats at low tide on the Bali coast, with heavy cloud formations and a mountain silhouette on the horizon.

Posts Before the MountainIndonesia

Dark granite dome of Nina Peak rises behind pale-trunked paperbark trees, with a boulder-strewn creek mouth running across the foreground sand.

Dark Dome Above the PaperbarksHinchinbrook Island

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

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

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

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

Bare branches of a dead tree stand above a sunlit reservoir winding through green hills and layered mountains at golden hour, New South Wales.

Dead Branches Above the ReservoirNew 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

Wide view of the Steklyanukha River in Shkotovsky District with a thick melting snowbank lining the bank and a forested hill rising beyond.

Spring Thaw on the SteklyanukhaShkotovsky District

Melting ice sheet along the Steklyanukha River bank, with bare trees bearing catkins and a sunlit forest slope beyond.

Catkins Over Melting IceShkotovsky District

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

Snow covers bare branches and a thick tree trunk in a Vladivostok winter forest at evening, warm light showing through the trees beyond.

Bare Branches at Sunset, VladivostokPrimorsky 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

Dense maple canopy in late-autumn color, backlit by late-afternoon sun above the Gryaznaya River, Primorsky Krai, Russia.

Backlit Maples, GryaznayaPrimorsky Krai

Feathery seed heads of tall beach grass rise from a gravel foreground at Topauza Bay, with blue water and haze-wrapped coastal hills in the distance.

Seed Heads Over Misty HillsPrimorsky 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

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

Autumn-lit valley floor and rolling hills under a deep blue sky with scattered clouds, Komissarovka River area, October 2012.

October Hills Over the ValleyPrimorsky 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

The Iman River flows wide through a forested valley, its surface catching low morning sunlight while heavy clouds gather over distant ridges.

Open River Below the CloudsPrimorsky 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

Forested hillside dissolving into white mist above a rocky Nezhinka riverbank strewn with driftwood and bare autumn trees. November 2006.

Mist Above the NezhinkaPrimorsky Krai

A clear stream flows over smooth multi-toned stones at the base of a steep rocky cliff in Sikhote Alin, Primorsky Krai.

Stream Below the Cliff FacePrimorsky Krai

Red-leafed branches overhang a glassy section of the Razdolnaya River, reflecting golden autumn foliage and a pale blue sky, Primorsky Krai.

Autumn Mirror, RazdolnayaPrimorsky Krai

Massive leaning granite monoliths rise from shallow tidal pools at Langou Bay, their reflections mirrored in still water under a deep blue sky.

Granite Monoliths in Still WaterPrimorsky Krai

A thick mat of brown seaweed covers the rocky shore at Sidemi, with calm blue water and distant hazy mountains beyond.

Kelp Shore at SidemiHasan

Jagged rock formations and distant sea stacks along the rocky shoreline of Vityaz Bay at dawn, early autumn 2006.

Sea Stacks at Vityaz BayFar East Marine Reserve

A steep pine-covered cliff rises above smooth pebbles on the Vityaz Bay shoreline, with a solitary rock formation visible at sea.

Pine Cliff at DaybreakFar 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

A vertical rainbow descends into a calm bay at sunset, sea stacks in the foreground against a sky of pale blue to warm peach.

Rainbow Over the Sea StacksPrimorsky 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

A lacewing butterfly with scalloped black-and-white wing edges rests on a cluster of bright pink flowers against a soft bokeh background.

Lacewing on Pink BloomsThailand

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

Longtail Boats at SundownThailand

A stone medieval tower rises above a sunlit parkland in Salzburg, with wooden beehives in the mid-ground and a distant castle on a mountain peak.

Hilltop Tower, SalzburgAustria

A lacewing rests on pink flowers in a Thai garden, wing scales and antennae in sharp focus against a smooth emerald green background.

Lacewing on Pink BlossomThailand

Classical building with a colonnade lit from below against a deep blue twilight sky, Cyrillic lettering on the facade, car-light streaks below.

Twilight at the ColonnadePrimorsky Krai

Mossy boulders and tall tree ferns at a Pyengana waterfall, sunlight breaking through the cloud above mist-sprayed falls, Tasmania.

Tree Ferns at the FallsTasmania

Weathered caryatid columns line the porch of an ancient temple, with Athens spread beyond under low winter cloud.

Caryatid Porch Under Winter CloudAthens

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

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

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

Dark, textured boulders and scattered driftwood anchor the foreground of a wide-angle morning seascape at Tachingouza Bay, with a forested mountain under overcast skies.

Driftwood Shore in Overcast LightLazovsky Reserve

A curving pebble beach leads toward distant green headlands and sea stacks under purple-toned clouds in Primorsky Krai.

Pebble Shore After the StormPrimorsky Krai

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

Scattered boulders on a Queensland beach at blue hour, long-exposure ocean reduced to pale mist on wet sand, a forested headland visible at the left.

Blue Hour on Wet SandQueensland

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

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

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

Wet sand stretches along the Spoon Bay shoreline toward breaking surf and the silhouetted headland in warm amber morning light.

Wide Shore Beneath the HeadlandCentral Coast

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

Rock Platform at First LightNew 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

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

Silhouetted Trees at MorningTasmania

Yellow autumn foliage and a pine silhouette border a valley view of the Iman River winding below hazy mountain ranges.

Pine Over the Autumn RiverPrimorsky Krai

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

A natural rock arch before dawn on the South Coast, with long-exposure surf and streaked clouds under a deep blue sky.

Rock Arch Before DawnSouth Coast

Tall wild grasses and magenta loosestrife flowers border a calm river mouth opening to a sandy lagoon at dusk, Lazovsky Reserve.

Loosestrife at the River MouthLazovsky Reserve

Weathered driftwood and fallen logs rest at the waterline below a forested hillside of bare trees in Chuguyevsky District, Russia.

Driftwood Below the Wooded HillChuguyevsky District

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

Yellow daylilies and green foliage at the foot of limestone cliffs at Gamov Peninsula, a deep blue inlet visible below.

Daylilies on the Cliff EdgeFar East Marine Reserve

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

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

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

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

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 starry pre-dawn sky over orange horizon light, dark textured rocks and a still pool on the New South Wales coast.

Stars Above the Warm HorizonNew South Wales

A full rainbow arcs from dark storm clouds to the horizon above surf crashing over jagged rocks at Byron Bay, New South Wales.

Arc Above the Dark CoastNew South Wales

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

Two white crane sculptures stand on a mossy mound beneath vibrant red and gold Japanese maple canopy in a formal garden.

Cranes at the Maple MoundBlue Mountains

Dunns Swamp at night with a faint Milky Way arc visible above still water that mirrors the stars and reed silhouettes below.

Milky Way Reflection, Dunns SwampNew South Wales

Moss-covered sandstone formations catch warm dawn light at Newcastle's shoreline, with ocean foam at their base and the city skyline visible on the distant cliffs.

Sunrise Over the Rock PlatformNew South Wales

Distinct light beams break through dark clouds above a valley with urban sprawl and a coastal inlet, viewed from green slopes, Central Otago.

Cloud Break Over the ValleyCanterbury

A still tidal pool reflects warm sunrise clouds above a dark basalt shelf on the New South Wales coast.

Tide Mirror, RockpoolNew 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

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

Clear water reveals submerged grasses and stones, with massive granite boulders and pale curved sand at Langou Bay.

Rock Arch Over Clear ShallowsPrimorsky 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

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

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

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

Dark basalt rock formations on the NSW coast at dawn, with long-exposure waves swirling below a cloud-streaked sunrise sky.

Basalt Shore Before SunriseNew South Wales

A dark silhouetted headland at Byron Bay with white spray crashing against it, contrasting with deep blue water and orange-lit clouds above. Winter dawn.

Spray Against the HeadlandNew South Wales

Still pool on a gravel bank reflecting a steep foliage hillside, warm autumn light, Primorsky Krai, October 2019.

Hillside Reflected on the Gravel BankPrimorsky Krai

Wildflowers and golden grasses cover a hillside at Gamov Cape, with a deep blue bay and rocky headlands below a streaked sky.

Wildflower Slope Above the BayFar East Marine Reserve

Dark algae-encrusted rocks on the New South Wales coast with a lightning bolt above heavy storm clouds and coastal forest.

Storm Flash on the BayNew South Wales

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

Sunbeams break through towering cumulus clouds above the ocean at Huskisson on the New South Wales coast. December 2018.

Sunbeams Through the CloudsCentral Coast

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

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

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

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

Warm dawn light picks out rough grey rock faces on steep grass-covered coastal cliffs above glassy water on Gamov Peninsula, Russia.

Rock Faces at DaybreakFar East Marine Reserve

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

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 winding dirt track curves along the riverbank at dusk, with silhouetted hills against a twilight sky reflected in calm water, Dunns Swamp.

Dusk Track, Dunns SwampNew South Wales

Dried reeds rise through snow beside a partially frozen river, a fallen tree trunk stretching across the mid-ground, Primorsky Krai.

Reeds at the Frozen BendPrimorsky Krai

Golden reeds line a sandy bank at Falshivy Poyma, backed by calm water and a reddish rock-faced hill in the morning light.

Reeds Below the Reddish CliffHasan

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

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

A narrow stream winds through the floor of a snow-covered deciduous forest beneath a deep blue sky in the Vladivostok Botanical Garden, October 2007.

Forest Stream Under SnowPrimorsky Krai

Tall reeds and marsh channels on the Lefu River at sunset, golden autumn foliage on the far bank, sky fading from blue to pink.

Reed Beds at SunsetPrimorsky 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

Cluster of red berries hang amid green foliage in strong sunlight, with a small spider perched on a serrated leaf near the Samarga River.

Spider Among the BerriesTerneysky District

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

Sunlit grass and dark stones slope toward rocky headlands curving around a sheltered bay, with distant islands on the horizon, Far East Marine Reserve.

Headland Toward Distant IslandsFar 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

Fissured rock formations in the foreground lead toward a cloud-lit horizon over the rocky shoreline at One Mile Beach, Port Stephens.

Rock Platform at Low TidePort Stephens

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

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

A field of stars fills the sky above silhouetted headlands at Coffs Harbor, with wet sand and jagged rocks in the foreground at dawn.

Stars Over Coffs HarborNew South Wales

Dark boulders on wet sand at low tide, Coffs Harbor, with long-exposure water and a distant headland visible at night in late autumn.

Boulders at the Tide LineNew 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

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

Frosted twigs and ice-coated branches in a vertical view of a winter forest near Vladivostok, blue sky above the treetops.

Frosted Lace Against Deep BluePrimorsky Krai

A weathered log rests on a gravelly bank beside a taiga river flowing through dense forest near Partizansk, Primorsky Krai, summer 2007.

Weathered Log on the Taiga BankPrimorsky Krai

A concrete path winds through tall trees with rough bark, long shadows crossing dry grass on a late afternoon in Primorsky Krai.

Concrete Track Through the GrovePrimorsky Krai

A bare tree stands on a gravel bar beside the Komissarovka River at evening, dry reeds in the foreground, November 2010.

Evening River, KomissarovkaPrimorsky 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

Dark tree trunks border a river valley and distant mountains, starburst sun visible through the foliage, Samarga River, September 2011.

Starburst Above the ValleyTerneysky District

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

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

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 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

Sunlit granite boulders emerge from crystal-clear water in the foreground as a dense cloud bank rolls over the green hills beyond.

Granite Beneath a Rolling CloudbankFar East Marine Reserve

Frost-coated grasses stand backlit in snow, with bare branches silhouetted against a bright setting sun casting warm golden light across the cold landscape.

Backlit Grasses at DuskPrimorsky Krai

Silhouetted vegetation and rounded boulders line a calm shore at dusk in Thailand, with the evening sky reflected in still water below.

Dusk on the Granite ShoreThailand

Still water at Dunns Swamp reflects warm and grey clouds, bordered by textured rocks and green forest.

Rock Pool Under Breaking CloudNew 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

Smooth water swirls around rugged dark rocks on the Forster coast at morning, beneath grey cloud and a warm horizon band.

Swirling Water at Morning TideNew South Wales

A quokka with dense brown fur stands on rocky terrain at Rottnest Island, Western Australia, directional light picking out detail across the animal's coat.

Rottnest Quokka on the RocksWestern Australia

A large maple with deep red autumn leaves stands above a stone embankment beside a pond with algae-covered water at Mayfield Gardens.

Red Maple Over the PondBlue Mountains

A gravel track winds through golden tussock and dark boulders toward snow-capped peaks under a clear blue sky, Central Otago.

High Track Through the TussockCentral Otago

Turbulent green waves breaking in the foreground before a row of blue-roofed beach cabins at the base of a fog-shrouded hill, Shamora Bay.

Surf and Fog, Shamora BayPrimorsky 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

Winding river meanders past a sandy bank and golden-brown reeds, with tree-covered rolling hills under a clear October sky at Falshivy Poyma.

River Through Reed FlatsHasan

A powerful wave breaks against a rugged rocky coastline at the Far East Marine Reserve, dark pine trees crowning the headlands above.

Surf Against Dark PinesFar East Marine Reserve

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

Sunlit river bends through a late-autumn valley at the Daubihe, smooth grey stones on the right bank and bare trees to the left.

Stone Shore, DaubihePrimorsky Krai

Dark pebbles line a jagged shoreline in the foreground, calm blue water extending toward a rugged mountain peak in the background at golden hour.

Pebble Shore at Golden HourPrimorsky Krai

Large weathered sea stacks on a seaweed-scattered shore at Tachingouza Bay, with a warm morning sun low on the horizon.

Sea Stacks at Morning LightLazovsky Reserve

Lush deciduous foliage and moss-covered cliffs above the shallow, stone-dotted waters of a forest creek in Sikhote Alin.

Deciduous Creek, Sikhote AlinPrimorsky Krai

Dried kelp covers the foreshore in front of calm blue water, a steep verdant cliff face, and a solitary sea stack at Dalnegorsk.

Sea Stack, DalnegorskPrimorsky Krai

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 dark forest stream winds between snow-covered boulders and forming ice sheets in the Shkotovskoe Plateau, Primorsky Krai, in January 2008.

Sunlit Stream Through Winter ForestPrimorsky Krai

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

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 solitary bare branch rests on a dark rock, with a panoramic view of sun-drenched forest shoreline and deep blue water behind.

Bare Branch at the Forest ShoreRussia

A lone figure walks along a grassy park slope in early spring, with a red-brick building and hazy industrial waterfront visible behind in Vladivostok.

Hill Park, VladivostokPrimorsky Krai

A tiered temple on a rocky ocean islet beneath storm clouds and a band of warm sunset light, Bali coast.

Sea Temple at DuskIndonesia

A paperbark trunk with peeling white bark stands in a green sedge wetland on Hinchinbrook Island, with scattered melaleuca trees and a jagged peak behind.

Peeling Trunk Against the Island PeakHinchinbrook Island

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

Ancient limestone ruins and a columned porch stand on a grassy plateau of the Acropolis beneath a soft overcast sky in Athens.

Ruins on the Acropolis PlateauAthens

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

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

Layered coastal rock formations at Coffs Harbor lead toward a distant island beneath heavy cloud on a spring morning before sunrise.

Layered Shore with Distant IslandNew South Wales

A weathered rock pinnacle rises from dense coastal vegetation beside a curved sandy beach under heavy grey overcast sky, Tachingouza Bay, July 2010.

Sea Stack Above the ShoreLazovsky Reserve

Clear water flows through a rocky taiga gorge in the Russian Far East, with lichen-covered boulders and dense conifer forest as sunlight bursts from above.

Sunburst Over a Taiga RiverPrimorsky Krai

Green seaweed rests on pale granite stones along the shoreline of Petrova Island, with a distant headland visible under an overcast sky.

Kelp Below the HeadlandLazovsky Reserve

Granite boulders on a Queensland beach at predawn, stratified slate-grey clouds filling the upper frame while long-exposure water settles between the rocks.

Slate Clouds Above the GraniteQueensland

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

Long-exposure water flows around moss-covered boulders toward a dark, forested headland silhouetted against the horizon, Lazovsky Reserve.

Wet Stones at Golden HourLazovsky Reserve

A shallow pool in a rocky riverbed reflects clouds and autumn-colored hillsides in the Russian Far East on an October morning.

Cloud Reflection in River ShallowsPrimorsky Krai

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

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

Fractured Ledge 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

Windswept tree in silhouette on granite at Bay of Fires, amber morning sky reflected in still tidal water below.

Windswept Tree Over the WaterEast Coast Tasmania

A pine branch on the right side overlooks a wide valley where the Iman River meanders toward hazy blue mountain ranges, Primorsky Krai.

Autumn Vista Through the PinesPrimorsky Krai

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

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

Tall green grass in the foreground at Tachingouza Bay, with rolling forested hills rising beyond a sandy bank at dusk.

Tall Grass at Tachingouza BayLazovsky Reserve

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

Weathered driftwood piled on the right bank of the Bikin, with a pebble spit extending into calm water under a blue sky.

Driftwood Pile on the SpitPrimorsky Krai

A gnarled pine tree with sprawling branches at Gamov Peninsula, turquoise water and rocky shoreline below, rolling green hills and blue sky beyond.

Twisted Pine at the ShoreFar East Marine Reserve

Dark moss-covered rocks anchor the foreground as long-exposure surf rolls across a rocky Queensland shore in the minutes before sunrise.

Long Exposure on Mossy StoneQueensland

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

Wave Over Coastal RockHasan

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

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

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

Silhouetted rock formations on the New South Wales coast at dawn, surrounded by long-exposure water while cloud-streaked sky transitions from deep blue to orange above.

Streaked Sky Over Dark RocksNew South Wales

A full-arc rainbow stretches over dark basalt rock formations and a sea stack along the Tallow Beach coast in winter.

Rainbow at Tallow BeachNew South Wales

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

A red wooden gate flanked by stone pillars leads beneath a dense archway of autumn maple and ivy at Mount Wilson.

Gate Beneath the Maple ArchBlue Mountains

Stars fill the night sky above Dunns Swamp, their reflections visible in the glassy water beside reed grasses and eucalyptus silhouettes.

Night Sky in Still WaterNew 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

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

Warm amber light across a tidal flat at dawn, a foreground rockpool reflecting cloud formations and sunbeams, New South Wales coast.

Amber Light on the FlatNew South Wales

Fractured rock formations extend into the ocean on the Queensland coast, dark storm clouds above and a strip of warm light cutting across the horizon.

Jagged Reef Before the StormQueensland

A historic sandstone building in Sydney serves as a night projection canvas, its warm stone surfaces carrying blue aquatic light patterns.

Projection Mapped on SandstoneNew South Wales

Clear coastal water reveals dense beds of submerged aquatic vegetation below granite cliffs at Langou Bay, Primorsky Krai.

Underwater Meadow at Langou BayPrimorsky 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

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

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

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

A central tidal pool mirroring the sunrise sky at Nelson Bay, with a headland silhouetted on the horizon and wet rocks below.

Rock Pool Beneath the IslandNew South Wales

Silhouetted headland at Byron Bay with golden dawn reflections across the ocean, a foam path leading into the distance. Winter.

Reflections Below the HeadlandNew South Wales

Still water reflecting an autumn canopy against blue sky, fallen foliage on the stone bank in the foreground, Primorsky Krai, October 2019.

Tree Canopy Reflected in Still WaterPrimorsky Krai

Purple wildflowers line the cliff edge at the Far East Marine Reserve, with deep blue water stretching to the horizon below.

Wildflowers at the Cliff EdgeFar East Marine Reserve

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

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

Low-tide rock platform at Huskisson with dark fissures and shallow water channels lit by early dawn light, New South Wales coast.

Rock Fissures at DawnNew 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

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

A solitary tree stands at the bank of Hanka Lake at golden hour, with lily pads on dark water reflecting the cloudy sky.

Solitary Tree Above Lily PadsPrimorsky 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

Sunlit jagged rock faces of a coastal promontory rise above calm blue water, with pine trees clinging to the edges and hazy mountains beyond, on Gamov Peninsula.

Jagged Headland in Morning HazeFar East Marine Reserve

Weathered, iron-stained rock formations line the shore of a calm inland lake at Dunns Swamp, mirroring a wide sky of cumulus clouds.

Iron-Stained Ledges Above the LakeNew South Wales

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

Eucalyptus branches extend over perfectly still water at dusk, with distant hills reflected on the glassy surface at Dunns Swamp, New South Wales.

Eucalyptus Over Still WaterNew South Wales

Dark forest trunks line a partially frozen river bank, floating ice patches drifting near a fallen tree on the snow-covered shore.

Bare Trunks on the Icy BankPrimorsky 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

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

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

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

Tall reeds line the Lefu River at sunset, lily pads scattered across calm water below a warm horizon and cool blue sky, Primorsky Krai.

Reed Grass, Lefu RiverPrimorsky 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

A blue cargo ship at anchor near a small boat, with limestone cliffs, forest, and cumulus clouds at golden hour, Dva Brata Islands, Primorsky Krai.

Freighter at Dva BrataTerneysky District

Aerial view of the Iman River snaking through a broad valley, its banks rich with autumn foliage and distant mountains on the horizon.

Wide Valley in Late AutumnPrimorsky Krai

Snow-capped boulders on a steep rocky slope above Arsenyev, Russian Far East, under bright winter sunlight with blue shadows and bare trees.

Sunlit Boulders Above ArsenyevPrimorsky Krai

Jagged rocks and a dark cliff face rise above shimmering calm water at dawn on the Russian Far East coast.

Cliff Shore at DawnPrimorsky 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

Massive reddish-brown rock formations anchor the foreground of a dawn seascape at One Mile Beach, Port Stephens, with a sandy headland stretching across the distance.

Dawn Rocks Over Grey WaterPort Stephens

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

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

Dark rocks rest on wet sand at Coffs Harbor as a star-filled sky grades into an orange pre-sunrise glow above the still ocean.

Rock Shore Before SunriseNew South Wales

Coastal rocks and wet sand at Coffs Harbor at night, with ripple patterns reflecting an orange glow near the horizon in late autumn.

Warm Glow on Rippled SandNew South Wales

Multiple mountain ranges recede into atmospheric haze beneath a bank of heavy grey cloud, with dark scrub-covered foreground, Punakaiki, South Island, New Zealand.

Mountain Haze, PunakaikiAustralia

The rough white bark of birch trees fills the foreground while a calm river and distant hills show through bare branches beyond, Primorsky Krai.

River Through Birch TrunksPrimorsky Krai

Dark vertical tree trunks rise through a snow-covered January forest near Vladivostok, warm sunlight highlighting the packed white on every branch.

Dark Trunks Through Heavy WhitePrimorsky Krai

Sunlight filters through the forest canopy onto a shallow rocky river bed, with large wet leaves in the foreground, near Partizansk.

Morning Light at PartizanskPrimorsky Krai

Warm sunlight catches a thin ridge of ice along the Suchan riverbank, with submerged stones visible in the water and distant hazy hills beyond.

Ice Ridge on the Pebbly ShorePrimorsky Krai

The Komissarovka River flows through a wide valley past dry reeds and bare trees, with distant mountains visible at dusk.

Down the Komissarovka ValleyPrimorsky Krai

A stark leafless tree stands on the Komissarovka gravel bank, its branches spread against a pale sky above the flowing river.

Lone Tree on the Gravel BankPrimorsky Krai

Smooth rounded stones slope toward a calm bay with a rocky lighthouse islet in the middle distance and mountains on the horizon.

Stone Slope to the BayTerneysky District

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

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

Tall grass in warm golden light on a Popov Island hillside at dusk, looking down toward a calm grey bay flanked by rolling green headlands.

Tall Grass Before the BayPrimorsky Krai

Smooth, sun-warmed boulders line the shallow bay foreground, with rolling green hills on either side of the cove and a cloud bank to the right.

Green Hills Around the Boulder ShoreFar East Marine Reserve

Smooth boulders in shallow turquoise water lead to green headlands beneath a billowing cloud formation with a faint rainbow arc.

Rainbow Arc Above the CoveFar East Marine Reserve

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 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

Polygonally cracked rocks in the foreground at Dunns Swamp, New South Wales, with calm water reflecting clouds and forested hills beyond.

Cracked Shelf in Still WaterNew South Wales

A multi-tiered waterfall drops over dark wet rock into a shadowed pool, lush ferns and canopy on both sides, Pyengana, Tasmania.

White Water Over Dark RockTasmania

Weathered limestone fragments in the foreground give way to a dense Athens cityscape and a mountain peak beneath low cloud.

Stone Fragments Toward the MountainAthens

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

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

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

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

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

A tan stone headland under large cumulus clouds at golden hour, with hazy blue mountains visible across the water, Petrova Island.

Stone Headland Above the SeaLazovsky Reserve

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

Curved Beach Before SunriseQueensland

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

Wet boulders line the shore at Petrova Island as surf catches warm light, a steep forested headland silhouetted against textured clouds.

Surf at the Forested HeadlandLazovsky Reserve

Wide river below a hillside in vibrant autumn color, shallow pool reflecting clouds and trees over smooth submerged stones, Primorsky Krai, October 2019.

Submerged Stones Below Autumn SlopesPrimorsky Krai

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

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

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

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

Silhouetted pine branch above the Iman River valley at sunset, with a rocky outcrop in the foreground and cool blue ranges in the distance.

Rocky Rim at SunsetPrimorsky Krai

Flat sandstone platform on the Western Australian coast, its wet surface reflecting dark storm clouds and a narrow band of warm light at the horizon.

Wet Sand Beneath the Cloud BreakWestern 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

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

A moss-covered rock face overlooks the Izvilinka River valley, where bare deciduous trees mix with evergreen forest above distant blue ridges.

Outcrop Above the ValleyChuguyevsky District

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 emerge from glass-smooth water at Gamov Peninsula at dawn, rolling hills of grass rising beyond under a pale sky.

Boulders in Still WaterFar East Marine Reserve

Wet textured rock formations on the Queensland coast reflect the gradient sunrise sky, scattered clouds and a grassy slope visible at the left edge.

Sunrise Hues Over Wet RockQueensland

Smooth long-exposure waves wash over a seaweed-strewn sandy beach under heavy storm clouds with pink-tinted undersides at morning, Sidemi, Primorsky Krai.

Cloud Bank Above the ShorePrimorsky Krai

Long-exposure surf washes around barnacle-encrusted and moss-covered rocks on the Forster coast at dawn, the ocean reduced to milky haze.

Moss Rock Above the SurfNew South Wales

Golden grasses in the foreground with white-barked birch trees standing against autumn-colored hills near the Lefu River, Primorsky Krai, October 2010.

White Birch Against Rolling HillsPrimorsky Krai

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

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

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

Pine branches overlook a rugged bay at Gamov Peninsula where a grassy headland and limestone cliffs rise above turquoise water under heavy grey cloud.

Heavy Cloud Over the HeadlandFar 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

Celestial light reflects on the mist-covered surface of Dunns Swamp at night, reeds silhouetted in the foreground against a deep blue sky.

Rising Mist at MoonriseNew South Wales

Sea spray erupts against dark stratified rock at Newcastle's coast, with green-moss-covered stone slabs in the foreground on a winter morning.

Sea Spray Above Mossy SlabsNew South Wales

Weathered cliff face with distinct geological strata, a band of coniferous trees at the water's edge, and snow-capped peaks above, Central Otago.

Strata Cliff at the SnowlineCentral Otago

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

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 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

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

Rushing meltwater passes a log weir on the Vinogradovka in April, icy banks and bare trees below a deep blue midday sky.

Log Weir at Spring FloodPrimorsky Krai

Wet sand reflects the pink and blue hues of the dawn sky above dark moss-covered coastal rocks, Gold Coast, Queensland.

Wet Sand at SunriseQueensland

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

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

Dark rock formations surrounding a tidal pool at dawn on the New South Wales coast, with an island silhouetted against the sunrise sky.

Sunrise Over the Rock PlatformNew South Wales

Rolling surf washes across wet sand toward a distant tree-covered headland at Byron Bay, NSW, the sky muted in early morning light.

Wet Sand Below the HeadlandNew South Wales

Grey gravel bar with fallen leaves beside a still pool reflecting blue sky, muted forest edge beyond, Primorsky Krai, October 2019.

Fallen Leaves on the River BarPrimorsky Krai

Two gnarled pine trees stand at the rocky cliff edge above a deep blue coastal cove in the Far East Marine Reserve.

Gnarled Pines Above the CoveFar East Marine Reserve

Marine-growth-covered rock platform on the New South Wales coast, with long-exposure surf and orange sunrise clouds above the horizon.

Algae Shelf Below Orange SkyNew South Wales

Crepuscular rays spread across the horizon at One Mile Beach at dawn, with dark seaweed-covered rocks and wet sand ripples below.

Crepuscular Rays on the ShorePort 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

Striated sedimentary rock platforms at Umina Beach stretch to the horizon before sunrise, tide pools reflecting a blue-grey predawn sky.

Tide Pools at PredawnNew South Wales

Tall grass and a fallen log beside the Bikin River, a forested hill above the calm water under afternoon cumulus clouds.

Tall Grass at Golden HourPrimorsky Krai

Floating aquatic plants dot the glassy surface of Hanka Lake at dusk, mirroring a blue sky and distant tree-lined banks.

Floating Leaves at DuskPrimorsky 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

Pine branches catch morning light at Gamov Peninsula, a white lighthouse on the rocky headland visible above the calm blue sea.

White Lighthouse Above the HeadlandFar East Marine Reserve

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

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 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

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

A star-flecked sky arches over Dunns Swamp at dawn, mist drifting along the banks past lichen-covered sandstone outcroppings.

Predawn Shore Under StarsNew South Wales

Golden-hour light on weathered sandstone cliffs at Bermagui where a freshwater estuary meets the ocean, scrub-covered hills rising against a blue sky with scattered clouds.

Estuary at the Sandstone CliffsNew South Wales

Starburst sunlight filters through snow-laden branches with lingering autumn leaves, a massive trunk sloping into deep shadow below.

Sunburst Over Snow-Heavy BranchesPrimorsky Krai

Tall green-gold grass fills a Lefu River marsh at golden hour as storm clouds break to reveal warm light on the right horizon, September 2010.

Tall Grass in Fading LightPrimorsky 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

White lighthouse and stone outbuildings on a steep moss-covered headland above the sea, Dva Brata Islands, Primorsky Krai.

Dva Brata LighthouseTerneysky District

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

Wide river meets a sandy shore below towering cumulus clouds, with green rolling mountains behind, Narva Bay, September 2007.

River Mouth Below Heavy CloudHasan

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

Campfire Bay at SunrisePrimorsky Krai

A shallow stream flows over moss-covered boulders in a birch forest near Dalnegorsk, with a rocky cliff rising behind the trees.

Stream Through the Birch StandPrimorsky Krai

Turbulent surf crashes against rugged reddish-brown cliff rocks at dawn on One Mile Beach, sending white sea spray into the overcast air.

Spray Over the Rock ShelfPort Stephens

A lone tree on granite at Bay of Fires, its branches in a deep blue sky with cirrus clouds, coastal water below, Tasmania.

Solitary Tree Over the BayEast Coast Tasmania

A textured ancient stone wall stands before the Athens cityscape, a verdant hillside with a historic structure at its summit in the distance.

Ancient Wall Over the HillsideAthens

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

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

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

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

A horseshoe bay of deep blue water and sandy beach at Astafyeva Bay, Far East Marine Reserve, with forested headlands and scattered clouds above distant islands.

Horseshoe Bay, AstafyevaFar East Marine Reserve

Coarse granite boulders on the rocky shore of Petrova Island with hazy offshore islands and mountain ranges emerging beneath grey cloud cover.

Granite Shore Under Grey SkyLazovsky Reserve

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

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

Smooth lichen-covered boulders line the rocky shore at Petrova Island, frothy waves lapping against them, a forested headland under wispy clouds.

Lichen Boulders at Low TideLazovsky Reserve

River flowing past a sunlit gravel bar in Primorsky Krai, autumn hillside in yellow and green reflected in a still pool.

Pool on the Gravel BarPrimorsky Krai

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

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

Snow covers dark granite boulders and frost-laden shrubs in the foreground at Perisher Valley, with rolling mountain ridges fading into blue haze.

Ridges in Winter HazeSnowy Mountains

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

Rocky escarpment with autumnal shrubs and a leafless tree descends toward the silvery Iman River winding through a forested valley under an overcast sky.

Escarpment Above the River ValleyPrimorsky Krai

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

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

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

A moss-covered tree trunk extends into a calm river from the grassy bank as sunlight breaks through cloud above the far treeline.

Root and CloudPrimorsky 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

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

Intense morning light breaks through heavy dark clouds over Sidemi Bay, casting a golden path of reflection across the surf and wet sand below.

Golden Light Across Wet SandHasan

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

Dry golden-brown grass extends toward a birch-lined forest ridge in full autumn color, Lefu River valley, October 2010.

Field Grass Before the Autumn RidgePrimorsky Krai

Barnacle-covered rocks on the Coffs Harbor coast at dusk, with storm clouds above and warm sunset light on the breaking waves.

Coastal Rocks in Storm LightNew South Wales

Dark volcanic rocks and a still tidal pool reflect the orange and blue clouds of dawn along the Nelson Bay coast.

Rockpool at DawnNew South Wales

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

Green pines cling to a rocky outcrop at Gamov Peninsula, with sea stacks and layered mountains fading into morning haze beyond.

Stacks Beyond the Coastal PinesFar East Marine Reserve

Golden-hour backlight turns orange maple leaves translucent in a formal garden allee, while ivy climbs the dark trunks below at Mount Wilson.

Backlit Canopy Above Ivy TrunksBlue Mountains

Stars fill the night sky above Dunns Swamp as ground mist hovers over the still water, with silhouetted reeds in the foreground.

Stars Over Rising MistNew South Wales

Scattered boulders and wet sand on the Newcastle coast at dawn, glassy long-exposure water between the rocks and a warm cloud-streaked horizon beyond.

Boulders on the Glassy FlatNew South Wales

A telephoto view across Lake Wakatipu in winter morning, layered snow-capped peaks and dark forested shorelines receding into pale haze, Queenstown.

Layered Peaks Above Morning HazeCentral Otago

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

Long-exposure waves soften to white silk around dark jagged rocks below a sky shifting from grey cloud to warm amber light, Queensland coast.

Dark Rocks Before SunriseQueensland

Two lifeguards in red uniforms lean on a railing in Sydney, watching light projections on the Opera House across the dark water.

Lifeguards at the Light FestivalNew South Wales

Rippled shallows reflect blue sky and sunlit stone above an algae-covered rock bed, Langou Bay.

Green Algae in Summer ShallowsPrimorsky 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

Dark basalt rocks and wet sand reflecting a purple and orange dawn sky, with gentle surf rolling toward the Gold Coast shore.

Purple Sky Over Wet SandQueensland

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

Soft morning light falls on dark rocks and a sandy foreshore at Coffs Harbor, with a grassy headland and distant island beyond.

Soft Light on the ForeshoreNew South Wales

A small tidal pool among dark rocks at dawn near Nelson Bay, reflecting warm orange and yellow sunrise light with distant hills on the horizon.

Calm Pool in Orange LightNew South Wales

A solitary figure walks the tide line at Byron Bay, NSW, the beach stretching in horizontal bands of wet sand toward a wooded headland.

Shore Walker in Winter LightNew South Wales

Warm afternoon light on an autumn hillside mirrored in calm river water, textured foreground with fallen trees, Primorsky Krai, October 2019.

Golden Hour on the Far SlopePrimorsky Krai

A weathered pine on a rocky ledge at Gamov Cape, with calm blue waters and a distant headland visible through the branches.

Twisted Pine Before the CapeFar East Marine Reserve

Green algae-covered rock platform curving toward a tree-lined headland on the New South Wales coast at summer dawn, with streaky clouds above.

Rock Platform at DawnNew South Wales

Morning sunbeams break through altocumulus cloud at One Mile Beach, Port Stephens, casting warm light over moss-covered boulders and rolling surf.

Sunbeams Through Broken CloudPort 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

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 weathered piece of driftwood on the left bank of the Bikin River at twilight, still water reflecting pink clouds and a distant rounded hill.

Pink Dusk Over Still WaterPrimorsky Krai

Purple loosestrife and reeds at the edge of Hanka Lake in the evening, with storm clouds above and warm light on the horizon.

Reed Marsh Before the StormPrimorsky Krai

Hardy pine trees cling to a grassy cliff edge above the turquoise water of Far East Marine Reserve, Primorsky Krai, Russia.

Clifftop Pines Over the ShoreFar East Marine Reserve

Sunlit pine needles in the foreground, with rugged sea cliffs and a white lighthouse against the blue ocean at Gamov Peninsula.

Lighthouse Above the Sea CliffsFar East Marine Reserve

Moss-streaked rocks line the water's edge at Dunns Swamp, with reeds and a sunlit eucalyptus treeline reflected in the calm lake.

Wet Shore Below the TreelineNew South Wales

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

A blue planetary nebula hangs low in the night sky above silhouetted trees at Dunns Swamp, with rocky shallows and still pools below reflecting the stars.

Nebula Over Rocky ShallowsNew South Wales

The Ananievka River curves through a snowy landscape, its surface partially covered in pale ice, long tree shadows falling across white banks.

Pale Ice at the AnanievkaPrimorsky Krai

A dirt track winds through tall golden grasses at Falshivy Poyma, leading to calm water and hazy mountains on the horizon.

Track Through Autumn Grassland to SeaHasan

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

A stone church sits at the base of limestone cliffs topped with ancient ruins and cypress trees in Athens.

Church Below the Limestone CliffsAthens

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

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

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

Dark clouds hang over weathered granite rocks rising from clear, shallow water at Tachingouza Bay, with a sandy beach and textured stone in the foreground.

Granite Flats Under Heavy CloudLazovsky Reserve

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

A large rock formation at the edge of a sheltered bay on Petrova Island, with dark seaweed underwater and a small island on the horizon.

Layered Clouds Over Shallow WaterLazovsky Reserve

Rocky Queensland shoreline at predawn, dark coastal stones set against milky water in motion, heavy clouds and a steep hillside completing the scene.

Moody Shore at PredawnQueensland

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

Skeletal driftwood on a grey pebble beach at Petrova Island, the shoreline curving toward a forested hillside under a wide blue sky.

Driftwood on a Pebble BeachLazovsky Reserve

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

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

Spray Against the LedgeCentral Coast

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

Frost-laden branches in the foreground contrast with a vast expanse of snow-covered alpine terrain and cumulus clouds above Perisher Valley.

Cumulus Over the SnowfieldSnowy Mountains

Lichen-covered granite and still tidal water at Bay of Fires, silhouetted trees along the distant headland against a warm morning sky.

Headland Reflected in Still WaterEast Coast Tasmania

Bright yellow larches and white-barked aspens on a ridge above the Iman River, Primorsky Krai, against a deep blue October sky.

Larch and Aspen on the RidgePrimorsky Krai

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 forested headland rises from calm sea under an overcast sky, with moss-covered boulders in the foreground, Lazovsky Reserve.

Forested Headland in Soft LightLazovsky Reserve

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

Red berries hang on a vine over a calm Primorsky Krai river, with downed logs near the bank and scattered clouds above.

Vine Berries Above the Dark WaterPrimorsky Krai

Soft pink clouds above rolling green hills at sunrise, scattered grey stones across the shallow water of a rocky shore at Gamov Peninsula.

Scattered Stones at SunriseFar East Marine Reserve

White foam swirling around mossy sea boulders at the Byron Bay headland, with a warm golden light on the right horizon before sunrise.

Mossy Boulders at SunriseNew South Wales

Breaking waves with heavy white foam roll onto the shore at morning against a deep blue sky with cumulus clouds, Sidemi coast.

Breaking Surf, SidemiHasan

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

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

Mossy coastal rocks at Coffs Harbor dusk, with waves below dark storm clouds and warm light breaking on the horizon.

Amber Break on the HorizonNew South Wales

Long-exposure waves smooth to a mist around tidal pools reflecting the orange dawn clouds, with an island silhouette on the horizon.

Clouds Over the TidepoolsNew South Wales

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

Weathered granite boulders on a Gamov Cape hilltop, with grassy slopes descending to a deep blue bay and textured cumulus clouds above.

Granite Boulders Before the BayFar East Marine Reserve

A large deciduous tree with wide-spreading branches in the upper frame, red maple foliage in the foreground and fallen leaves on the lawn.

Wide-Branched Maple Over the LawnBlue Mountains

The Milky Way arches over the lake at Dunns Swamp, its faint light reflected in still water below silhouetted eucalyptus trees.

Milky Way Above the SwampNew South Wales

Layered sandstone in shallow tidal pools at dawn on the Newcastle coast, the still water reflecting warm horizon tones under a winter sky.

Tidal Pools at SunriseNew 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

A shallow rockpool reflects the pale sky on dark rock, yellow seaweed covering the stone beside a wooded slope toward the headland, New South Wales.

Pale Pool Beneath the SlopeNew 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

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

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

Flat chunks of melting ice drift on amber-tinted river water along a Vinogradovka bend, bare trees and conifers lining snow-covered banks.

Drifting Ice on the CurrentPrimorsky Krai

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

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

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

Twisted bare branches stand in the foreground above a crescent of white sand and turquoise water at Nelson Bay, New South Wales.

Beach Through Bare BranchesNew South Wales

An isolated sea stack textured with golden lichen rises from dark winter waters as seagulls glide beneath a rainbow-lit sky.

Sea Stack Under the RainbowNew South Wales

River bank with tall golden-brown reeds and a tangle of driftwood in Primorsky Krai, rolling hills and cumulus clouds beyond.

Golden Reeds Along the RiverPrimorsky Krai

Rolling grass-covered hills and a winding dirt track descend toward a sheltered bay with turquoise water, Astafyeva Bay, Primorsky Krai.

Winding Track Above Astafyeva BayFar East Marine Reserve

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

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

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

Wide-angle view of the Bikin River at dusk, muddy bank in the foreground, floating vegetation on the water, and dense conifers on the far shore.

Stone Bank Before the ForestPrimorsky Krai

On the far bank of Hanka Lake at evening, a lone tree stands silhouetted under dark storm clouds, with warm light along the horizon.

Dark Cloud Over the Far BankPrimorsky 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

A grassy headland curves toward a calm azure bay on the Gamov Peninsula coast, with scattered pines clinging to rocky slopes.

Open Headland, Gamov PeninsulaFar East Marine Reserve

Sunlit granite at Bay of Fires with slender windswept trees to one side, deep blue sky above calm water along the horizon, Tasmania.

Windswept Trees on GraniteEast Coast Tasmania

Massive fluted columns stand along an ancient temple portico in Athens, with a dark doorway opening toward distant hills.

Through the Temple ColumnsAthens

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

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

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

Two sandy spits extend into the ocean at dusk, with submerged stones in the foreground and storm clouds lit by golden sunlight above dark headlands.

Sandy Spits at DuskLazovsky Reserve

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

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

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

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

Weathered driftwood on the rocky shore at Petrova Island, warm golden light catching the wood and stones against deep blue water.

Weathered Log on the ShoreLazovsky Reserve

Golden reed beds in a wide autumn floodplain, with rolling hills and cumulus clouds overhead, Russian Far East.

Reed Flat Below October SkyPrimorsky Krai

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

Warm dawn light reflects in pools on wet sand at low tide, with dark angular rocks lining the Byron Bay shore.

Low Tide at Byron BayNew South Wales

Granite boulders emerge from deep winter snow at Perisher Valley, with ice-laden branches on the slope and a misty valley stretching below.

Mist Below the Granite SlopeSnowy Mountains

Large smooth granite boulders with orange lichen rim a calm inlet at Bay of Fires under a warm morning sky, East Coast Tasmania.

Lichen Cove in Morning LightEast Coast Tasmania

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

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 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

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

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

Glass-smooth water and boulders at Gamov Peninsula at dawn, a grassy headland on the right and a distant rock formation on the horizon.

Island Rock at DawnFar East Marine Reserve

Dark coastal rocks emerge through a rush of long-exposure tidal water on the Queensland coast, beneath a sky warming from gold to grey.

Tidal Flow Over Dark StoneQueensland

A mound of green kelp on wet sand at Sidemi Bay, long-exposure waves behind it and sunbeams through dark clouds above.

Kelp Mound on the ShoreHasan

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

Dried stalks and brown grass in the foreground with white birch trunks and an autumn hillside beyond, Primorsky Krai.

Dried Stalks at the Forest EdgePrimorsky Krai

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

Coastal vegetation overlooks Nelson Bay at night, with amber town lights reflected across still water and a gradient blue sky above.

Town Lights on Still WaterNew South Wales

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

A winding dirt track and solitary tree on a grassy hilltop at Gamov Cape, with turquoise water and a sandy beach below.

Winding Track Toward the BayFar East Marine Reserve

A maple tree with orange autumn foliage stands among tall pine trees, a winding gravel path crossing the foreground lawn at Mount Wilson.

Maple Among the PinesBlue Mountains

A starfield and aurora australis glow above Dunns Swamp as ground mist drifts across the calm lake, with dark tree silhouettes on the left bank.

Aurora Australis, Dunns SwampNew 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

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

A setting moon hangs near the horizon above seaweed-covered tidal rock platforms and a sandstone headland at Bendalong Point at dawn.

Moonset at Bendalong PointNew 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 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

Granite boulders rise from clear shallow water at Langou Bay, backlit against the summer sky with deep shadows between the stone faces.

Boulders Rising from the ShallowsPrimorsky 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

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

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

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

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

A weathered coastal rock formation in warm sunlight stands against a grey storm sky with a rain curtain and faint rainbow behind it.

Basalt Rock Before the RainNew South Wales

A craggy rocky hill rising from a flat autumn meadow in Primorsky Krai, cirrus clouds above the summit.

Crag Above the Autumn MeadowPrimorsky Krai

Tall coastal grasses in warm dusk light at Gamov Cape, with rocky headlands and a deep blue inlet visible beyond.

Grasses at Dusk, Gamov CapeHasan

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

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

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

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

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

Amber clouds over mist-covered forested headlands at Tachingouza Bay, with warm orange light on the cloud base and the open sea visible below, July 2010.

Amber Clouds Above the HeadlandLazovsky Reserve

Pink and purple dusk clouds stretch above calm blue water in the Far East Marine Reserve, with a green grassy headland and sea stacks in the middle distance.

Dusk Sky Above the StacksFar East Marine Reserve

Large, moss-covered granite boulders on the coast of Petrova Island, with a solitary island visible across the calm sea beneath grey clouds.

Mossy Boulders Before the StormLazovsky Reserve

Dark wet rock formations line a Queensland coast at predawn, long-exposure waves folding into white foam under heavy cloud cover.

Dark Shore Before SunriseNew South Wales

Lichen-streaked rock formations and coastal pools at dusk on the Coffs Harbor shoreline, orange sunset breaking through heavy dark storm clouds.

Rock Pools at Dusk, Coffs HarborNew South Wales

Moss-covered boulders in the foreground with a solitary forested island on the horizon, breaking waves between them, Lazovsky Reserve.

Forested Island Beyond the BouldersLazovsky Reserve

Wide river winding through an autumn valley in Primorsky Krai, tall golden grasses in the foreground and blue sky above.

Wide River Valley in OctoberPrimorsky Krai

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

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

Skeletal bare branches push through deep snowdrifts at Perisher Valley, with snow-covered ridges extending toward low winter clouds in the distance.

Skeletal Branches Before the RidgeSnowy Mountains

Distant mountain ridges catch warm afternoon light above the deep blue waters of Wineglass Bay, with scrub-covered slopes in the foreground.

Ridgeline Over Calm WaterEast Coast Tasmania

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

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 massive vertical granite rock face rises from a sandy shore beside shallow water scattered with boulders, Tachingouza Bay.

Granite Wall, Tachingouza BayLazovsky Reserve

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

A fallen log extends diagonally across pebbles on the Bikin riverbank, with the still water reflecting blue sky and white clouds in late afternoon.

Log Across the Pebbly ShorePrimorsky 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

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

Golden-lit reed plumes stand in the foreground of a calm lagoon at Sidemi, storm clouds massing above the hazy hills beyond.

Reed Plumes Above the LagoonHasan

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

Tall feathery grass plumes in the foreground with an autumn-colored forested hillside rising behind, low mist along the ridge, Lefu River, Primorsky Krai.

Reed Plumes Before the Forested SlopePrimorsky Krai

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

Long exposure at blue hour over Nelson Bay harbor, with smooth surf and calm reflective water below the forested headland.

Harbor at Blue HourNew South Wales

Small figures stand on a rugged coastal ridge at Byron Bay as sunlight breaks through storm cloud above a turbulent ocean.

Figures on the Storm RidgeNew South Wales

Elevated ridgeline view over rolling golden-green hills sloping toward a turquoise bay fringed by dark forested coastline, Far East Marine Reserve.

Forested Ridges Over the BayFar East Marine Reserve

Sunlight filters through autumn-coloured deciduous trees lining a winding gravel path at Mount Wilson, Blue Mountains, New South Wales.

Fallen Leaves, Mount WilsonBlue Mountains

A moonrise over the treeline at Dunns Swamp casts a warm glow on the mist-covered water as stars fill the night sky above.

Moonrise Through the TreelineNew South Wales

Rock pools at Newcastle's tidal flats reflect the pink glow of winter sunrise, algae-covered foreground below a massive sandstone cliff on the right.

Pools Below the Sandstone CliffNew South Wales

Golden morning light on steep forested hillsides above a blue lake, with long shadows crossing the slopes and a town visible below, Queenstown.

Golden Ridge Above the LakeCentral Otago

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

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

Basalt Cove at DawnQueensland

Night cityscape of Sydney Harbour with a bright orange and red water projection in the foreground, reflected against the lights of distant skyscrapers.

Warm Glow Over Harbour WaterNew South Wales

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

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

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

A rugged volcanic cliff edge at Santorini overlooks deep blue water where a ferry leaves a white wake below sunbeams breaking through cloud.

Ferry Wake Under the CalderaSantorini

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

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

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

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

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

Rugged coastline at Petrova Island with dark clouds overhead, grey pebbles and sandy paths in the foreground, and purple wildflowers on the grassy slopes.

Purple Wildflowers on the CoastLazovsky Reserve

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

Lichen-speckled rock formations at the edge of a curved bay under dark storm clouds, orange sunset band at the horizon, Coffs Harbor.

Storm Break Above the BayNew South Wales

A coastal bay viewed across tall grass, scattered clouds above deep blue water and tree-covered hills, Lazovsky Reserve.

Bay Under Scattered CloudLazovsky Reserve

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

Driftwood Before the HillsPrimorsky Krai

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

Storm Light at DawnCentral Coast

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Fallen timber forms a diagonal across a pebbly Bikin riverbank, warm light on the wood and afternoon cloud reflected in the calm water, September 2010.

Fallen Timber at the Water's EdgePrimorsky Krai

Sun-lit granite outcrops and deep blue water along the Vityaz Bay coastline, with wind-shaped pines on rolling green hills above.

Granite Coast in Morning LightFar East Marine Reserve

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

Delicate grasses grow from the sandy bottom of a calm shallow bay at Sidemi, their reflection in the still water below heavy cumulus clouds.

Clear Shallows at MiddayHasan

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

A steep birch-covered embankment in full autumn color, white trunks and golden canopy lit by midday sunlight, Lefu River, Primorsky Krai.

White Bark in the Golden CanopyPrimorsky Krai

A grassy cliff slopes down to the shore where foam rolls onto moss-covered rocks and wet sand reflects the dawn sky.

Grassy Cliff Above the ShoreNew South Wales

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

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

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

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

A bright green kayak rests on the bank of Dunns Swamp while a starfield and its near-perfect reflection fill the frame above and below.

Kayak on the Star MirrorNew South Wales

Algae-covered rock plates at Newcastle's coastline at dawn, crashing waves and sea spray visible at the horizon as sunlight breaks through winter cloud.

Shore Platform in Breaking LightNew 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

Rust-orange lichen-covered granite rocks in low evening light, with wispy clouds above the distant headland at Bay of Fires, Tasmania.

Lichen Shore at SunsetEast Coast Tasmania

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

Terraced Cliffs Above Dark WaterSantorini

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

Long-exposure surf over moss-covered rocks at dawn on the New South Wales coast, heavy storm clouds above a warm golden horizon strip.

Moss Shore at DawnSouth Coast

Stars fill the sky above Coffs Harbor as a long exposure captures reflected orange light on wet rocks and still ocean water.

Stars Above a Long-Exposure ShoreNew South Wales

Soft-focused coastal grass at Tachingouza Bay foregrounds white surf rolling onto a sandy beach, backed by jagged rocks and a densely forested cliff in shadow.

Surf Through Coastal GrassLazovsky Reserve

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

A diagonal sandy path cuts through low coastal heathland and purple wildflowers toward a vertical rock face at the water's edge, Petrova Island.

Sandy Track to the Rock FaceLazovsky Reserve

Milky tide washes over dark rock and pale sand at sunrise on the Queensland coast, grassy hillside and grey-blue sky above.

Sandy Cove at DawnNew 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

Motion-blurred waves wash over rugged coastal boulders in the foreground, with distant islands visible against a pale sky, Lazovsky Reserve.

Boulders in Long-Exposure SurfLazovsky Reserve

Piles of driftwood and dry brush on a Primorsky Krai river bend, autumn-coloured hills in the distance.

Tangle of Driftwood at the BendPrimorsky Krai

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

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

Rolling alpine ridgelines recede toward the horizon beneath a broken layer of stratus cloud over Perisher Valley, winter 2025.

Ridgelines Fade Into CloudSnowy Mountains

Reddish granite boulders at Coles Bay stand before smooth long-exposure water, a mountain peak visible above forested hills on an overcast morning.

Mountain Over a Misty ShoreEast Coast Tasmania

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

Ice Over River StonesPrimorsky Krai

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

An upright stone stands in the surf at a sandy cove in Lazovsky Reserve, with lush vegetation on the cliffside above.

Stone Sentinel in the CoveLazovsky Reserve

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

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

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

Jagged dark rocks on the Queensland coast at dawn, crashing waves rendered as white foam by long exposure, a cliff face rising on the right.

Jagged Shore Beneath the CliffQueensland

A calm lagoon at Sidemi mirrors a dusk sky with orange light on the horizon and dark silhouetted hills beyond.

Orange Glow on Still WaterHasan

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

A wide, shallow river with a rocky bank reflects a cloud-filled sky, golden autumn foliage covering the distant hills, Daubihe River, Primorsky Krai.

Shallow Crossing Under Cumulus CloudsPrimorsky Krai

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 white lighthouse tops a scrub-covered headland above dark rocks and sea foam, Nelson Bay coast.

Lighthouse Above Dark RocksNew South Wales

Dark rocks at Byron Bay below a gold-backlit storm sky with faint rainbow arcs near the horizon and waves in the middle ground.

Gold Above the Storm HorizonNew South Wales

Turquoise shallows deepen to navy at Gamov Peninsula, with a rocky islet and small boat visible under an overcast midday sky.

Turquoise Shallows at MiddayFar 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

A warm-lit green canoe rests at a sandy bank at Dunns Swamp at night, stars reflected in the glassy water around it.

Canoe Under the StarsNew South Wales

Layered sandstone cliff beside tidal pools reflecting the sunrise glow, with waves breaking on the distant shore at Newcastle, New South Wales.

Rock Pools at Newcastle DawnNew South Wales

Orange lichen-covered granite boulders along a sandy shoreline at Bay of Fires, Tasmania, under a blue sky at sunset.

Orange Lichen, Bay of FiresEast Coast Tasmania

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

Barren Slopes in Winter CloudSantorini

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

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

Rugged dark rocks anchor the foreground at Coffs Harbor as the predawn sky shifts from deep blue to warm light at the horizon.

Rugged Shore Before DawnNew South Wales

A large boulder on the sandy beach at Tachingouza Bay, with long-exposure surf as mist and a warm orange horizon at dawn.

Boulder at SunriseLazovsky Reserve

Rounded boulders catch morning light where shallow water meets the cove shore, with forested headlands and a cloud formation in the background.

Morning Light on a Rocky CoveFar East Marine Reserve

Dry branches and sparse shrubs in the foreground above Petrova Island's rocky coast, with a sea stack and layered clouds beyond.

Tangled Branches Above the ShoreLazovsky Reserve

Foamy dawn waves run over dark textured rocks on the Queensland coast, with a vegetated headland and morning clouds visible in the distance.

Headland Under Morning CloudQueensland

Layered rock formations at blue hour, Coffs Harbor, with deep storm clouds above and warm sunset glow on the horizon.

Blue Hour at the Rocky ShoreNew South Wales

A tidal pool mirrors the sky and distant islands on a sand spit at Petrova Island, waves breaking beyond in warm golden light.

Tidal Pool at SunsetLazovsky Reserve

Uprooted tree trunk lying across a rocky riverbank in Primorsky Krai, golden reeds and rolling hills on the far side.

Fallen Trunk on the Rocky BankPrimorsky Krai

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

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

Broken storm clouds part over a rocky alpine ridge at Perisher Valley, sending a shaft of warm light across the wind-scoured snow.

Sunbreak on the Rocky SlopeSnowy Mountains

Heavy storm clouds loom over the dolerite twin peaks at Cradle Mountain, with ochre tussock scrub and a dark alpine lake in the foreground.

Storm Over the HeathTasmania

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

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

Massive granite boulders rise from clear shallow water in a secluded cove at Lazovsky Reserve, below a steep forested cliff.

Cove Beneath the Forested CliffLazovsky Reserve

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

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 dirt path winds through pine saplings on a hillside above a sweeping sandy beach and calm blue bay, Gamov Peninsula, Far East.

Track Down to Crescent BeachFar East Marine Reserve

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

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

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

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

Dark moss-covered rock formations at dawn on the Coffs Harbor coast, with crepuscular rays breaking through heavy storm clouds over the ocean.

Rock Platform in Dawn LightNew South Wales

Waterfront buildings and sailboats along the sandy shore of Nelson Bay on a summer morning, with a wooden pier extending into the calm blue bay.

Waterfront, Nelson BayNew South Wales

A rainbow curves toward a solitary sea stack above rocky formations and crashing surf at Byron Bay, New South Wales.

Sea Stack Beneath the ArcNew South Wales

A spotted seal rests on a moss-covered rock along the shore at Gamov Peninsula, its head raised above the algae-covered stone.

Spotted Seal on Mossy RockFar East Marine Reserve

Dark foliage overhead contrasts with warm-lit deciduous trees along a winding gravel path in the formal garden at Mount Wilson.

Under Dark Boughs in the GardenBlue Mountains

Orange lichen boulders at the tidal edge of Bay of Fires, with a crescent moon visible in the peach evening sky above the water.

Crescent Moon Above the FlatsEast Coast Tasmania

Shadowed white-washed buildings on a coastal cliff with a distant sunburst over dark water, Santorini, December 2024.

Cliffside in Afternoon BacklightSantorini

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

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

Long-exposure seascape at blue hour near Coffs Harbor, with rocky headland, sandy beach, and golden light along the horizon.

Long Night at the HeadlandNew 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

Bright green algae clings to scattered tidal boulders at Petrova Island as the sandy beach curves toward distant silhouetted headlands at dusk.

Algae Shore at DuskLazovsky Reserve

Rocky coastal scrubland with orange vegetation and a stratified rock pillar rising from calm water, Petrova Island, Lazovsky Reserve.

Orange Scrub Before the StormLazovsky Reserve

Wet basalt rocks anchor the foreground as long-exposure waves run across a sandy Queensland beach beneath heavy storm cloud.

Basalt Shore Under Storm CloudQueensland

Flat layered rock platforms at dusk, Coffs Harbor, with calm sea and a warm sunset band on the horizon below dark storm clouds.

Warm Horizon Over Rock PlatformsNew South Wales

Sandy spit and tidal pool at Petrova Island, waves rolling toward shore under a sky fading from blue to soft peach near the horizon.

Sandy Spit Toward Open WaterLazovsky Reserve

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

Shallow River Past Reed BanksPrimorsky Krai

Wet sandstone rock planes at Spoon Bay mirror the cloud formations above at dawn, with warm light on the stone edges.

Cloud Reflections in Tidal StoneCentral Coast

Dark rocks with white surf at their base on the Queensland coast, the sun breaking through cloud to cast a golden path across the sea.

Sunlight Through Breaking CloudQueensland

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

Soft light breaks through heavy clouds over dolerite peaks at Cradle Mountain, with dark still water reflecting the buttongrass heath shoreline below.

Soft Light on Dolerite SlopesTasmania

A solitary larch tree stands beside the river, golden needles backlit against a deep blue sky, calm water reflecting distant hillside tones, Primorsky Krai.

Larch at the River MarginPrimorsky Krai

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

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

Lichen-covered boulders and bare trees beside a winding river, with layered mountains receding into a sunset sky, Izvilinka River.

Lichen Rock at SunsetChuguyevsky District

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 narrow dirt path leads through pine shrubs toward a sandy cove and deep blue bay, with rolling hills along the coastline, Vityaz Bay.

Sandy Cove Through Pine ScrubFar East Marine Reserve

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 yellow Labrador rests in tall autumn grass on the bank of Sidemi Bay, calm water and hazy mountains in the distance.

Labrador on the RiverbankHasan

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

Green pasture in the foreground below a hillside of mixed autumn foliage and dark evergreens, Lefu River valley, Primorsky Krai, October 2010.

Green Field Below the Autumn SlopePrimorsky Krai

A group of kangaroos rests on a grassy headland above the Coffs Harbor coast, with breaking waves and distant islands under a streaked sky.

Kangaroo Mob on the HeadlandNew South Wales

Dark rocky shoreline leads to deep blue water and sunlit hills across Nelson Bay, shadowed forest on the near bank.

Shore Below the Sunlit HillsNew South Wales

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

A spotted harbor seal rests on a wet rock with eyes closed, its whiskers and fur texture visible against blurred coastal boulders.

Resting Seal on Algae RockFar 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

Long-exposure tide flows around granite boulders at Bay of Fires at dawn, a solitary tree silhouetted on the headland against an orange horizon.

Dawn at Bay of FiresEast Coast Tasmania

Sunlit white stucco rooftops and a succulent garden in the foreground, with dark volcanic caldera water and storm clouds beyond, Santorini, December 2024.

Rooftops Over the Dark CalderaSantorini

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

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

Night sky with stars over a coastal bay at Coffs Harbor, with long-exposure ocean, warm horizon glow, and rocky foreground.

Night Sky Above the Rocky BayNew South Wales

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

A lone wind-swept pine tops a craggy rock outcrop at Gamov Cape, with long-exposure water smoothed below a pink and blue morning sky.

Lone Pine on Morning RocksHasan

Twisted driftwood rests on low green shrubbery above a secluded cove at Petrova Island, with a sunburst breaking through storm clouds.

Sunburst Over the Rocky CoveLazovsky Reserve

Long-exposure surf flows over dark jagged rocks on the Queensland coast under a vast overcast sky, with green sea beyond.

Pale Surf Over Jagged StoneQueensland

Water flowing over rugged rock at dusk, Coffs Harbor, calm bay behind, dark storm clouds above the warm horizon.

Calm Water Over Dark RockNew South Wales

Still tidal pool with a solitary branch at Petrova Island, white-capped waves rolling toward a warmly lit forested hill.

Still Pool Before the WavesLazovsky Reserve

Long-exposure river view in Primorsky Krai with water flowing over submerged stones toward a wide gravel bar beneath dark autumn clouds.

Gravel Bar Under Storm CloudsPrimorsky Krai

Layered sandstone with deep fissures at Spoon Bay, lit by low-angle dawn light under a sky of clouds and ocean beyond.

Fissured Platform at SunriseCentral Coast

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

Columns at the TidelineQueensland

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

Gnarled trees with exposed roots anchor a gravelly shoreline in Tasmania, with distant craggy peaks rising against a blue afternoon sky, April 2022.

Roots at the Water's EdgeTasmania

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

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 granite monolith with deep vertical fissures stands in shallow water beside a smaller rock stack under cirrus-streaked sky, Lazovsky Reserve.

Vertical Stone Under Cirrus SkyLazovsky Reserve

Bare trees with frost-coated branches stand before an orange-tinged sunlit hillside in Chuguyevsky District on an October morning.

Sunlit Hillside in Morning FrostChuguyevsky District

Pink clouds reflected in the still Bikin River at dusk, submerged aquatic grass in the foreground and a driftwood log on the sandy bank.

Pink Clouds Over Still WaterPrimorsky 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

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

Backlit seed heads of tall autumn grass stand in the foreground above the deep blue water of Sidemi Bay, with cirrus clouds above.

Seed Heads Over the BayHasan

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

Backlit white grasses and a muddy track cross a green valley floor, with dark russet-toned hills beyond, Lefu River area, Primorsky Krai.

Backlit Grass on the Valley FloorPrimorsky Krai

A large kangaroo reclines on a grassy coastal slope, hind legs extended, with ocean waves breaking against rocky cliffs and a sandy beach beyond.

Reclining on the Grassy SlopeNew South Wales

White lighthouse on a rocky green headland at Nelson Bay, New South Wales, with sunlight reflecting off the ocean surface below.

Lighthouse at Nelson BayNew South Wales

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

A massive weathered rock arch juts over crashing surf at Gamov Cape on the Far East Marine Reserve coast.

Natural Arch at Gamov CapeFar East Marine Reserve

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

A coastal path leads down through white-washed terraced buildings toward a calm sea below heavy cloud, Santorini, December 2024.

Path Down the White VillageSantorini

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

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

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 winding tidal pool at Tachingouza Bay reflects an orange and purple dawn sky, with wet sand, scattered seaweed, and silhouetted headlands beyond.

Tidal Pool Toward the HeadlandsNew South Wales

Grassy rolling hills curve toward a calm bay at Gamov Cape under a sky of scattered cumulus, with rocky headlands and islands beyond.

Curved Bay in Golden LightFar East Marine Reserve

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

Soft milky surf flows over dark wet rocks along the Queensland coast, with a distant headland under a cloud-filled sky at dawn.

Milky Surf at Moody DawnQueensland

Textured rocks and grassy cliff at dusk, Coffs Harbor, long-exposure ocean smoothed to white, distant town lights along the beach.

Town Lights Across the Milky ShoreNew South Wales

Warm-lit sand cliffs rise above a shallow inlet pool, with misty headlands visible in the distance, Lazovsky Reserve.

Eroded Cliffs at Low TideLazovsky Reserve

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

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

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

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

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

Feathery seed heads fill the foreground, with a cluster of golden deciduous trees set against a steep shadowed forest hillside, Iman River valley.

Reeds Against the Autumn HillsidePrimorsky Krai

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

View through a natural arch between massive granite boulders at Tachingouza Bay, with a calm sea and distant green headland beyond.

Through the Boulder ArchLazovsky Reserve

A lone tree with a deep red canopy stands among frost-covered grass and bare branches with misty hills receding behind it, Chuguyevsky District.

Red Tree Against Misty SlopesChuguyevsky District

Gnarled driftwood rests on the muddy bank of the Bikin River at dusk, the calm water beside it reflecting pale pink and blue clouds.

Driftwood at the Muddy BankPrimorsky Krai

White-capped waves churning around boulders on a pebble beach below rugged cliffs, with a blue-green bay and rolling hills beyond, Gamov Peninsula.

Waves at the Rocky ShoreFar East Marine Reserve

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

Wet sand patterns in the foreground lead toward floating seaweed and green hills under a blue cirrus sky at low tide, Hasan coast.

Wet Sand Toward the HillsHasan

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

A sheer rock face lit by afternoon sun, yellow foliage at its base and dark pines on the summit, Lefu River valley, Primorsky Krai.

Rock Face Above Yellow ForestPrimorsky Krai

Long-exposure water around granite boulders at Bay of Fires, with a lone tree on a central rock formation and a pink morning sky.

Solitary Tree on the RockEast Coast Tasmania

Spiky agave plants in the foreground with white-washed terraces descending toward a dark sea and layered clouds at the horizon, Santorini, December 2024.

Agave on the Terraced SlopeSantorini

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

Cloud Break, BermaguiSouth Coast

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

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

A weathered log rests among coastal grasses at the tidal channel mouth at Tachingouza Bay, with orange dawn light reflected on the wet sand.

Driftwood at the River MouthNew South Wales

A rounded green hill reflected in mirror-flat water beside a sandy spit at Tachingouza Bay, with tall cumulus clouds in the evening sky, July 2010.

Conical Hill, Tachingouza BayLazovsky Reserve

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

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

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

Moss-dusted boulders in still water at dusk at Petrova Island, a crescent moon above a pastel sky of pink and lavender over the forested headland.

Crescent Moon Over Petrova IslandLazovsky Reserve

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

A massive sea stack with a natural arch rises above long-exposure surf and jagged foreground rocks on the South Coast, New South Wales.

Surge Beneath the Rock ArchSouth Coast

A granite monolith rises from amber tidal waters with soft reflections, set against lush hills and scattered clouds, Lazovsky Reserve.

Amber Light on Tidal StoneLazovsky Reserve

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

Clear shallow water at Shark Rock reveals yellowing reeds and a driftwood snag against a soft pastel twilight sky, September 2010.

Clear Shallows, Shark RockPrimorsky 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

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

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

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

White-washed plaster walls on a Santorini cliffside catching cool blue pre-dawn light, with warm tones at the horizon as sunrise approaches, December 2024.

Santorini at SunriseSantorini

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

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

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

A calm tidal pool reflects orange and amber sky at Tachingouza Bay, while a winding stream leads toward dark headland silhouettes at dawn.

Pool Beneath the Orange SkyNew South Wales

Warm light on wet sand and tidal pools at Tachingouza Bay at sunset, with white surf in the middle distance and headlands behind, July 2010.

Tidal Pools at SunsetLazovsky Reserve

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

Textured sandstone in the foreground leads toward a long-exposure seawater channel on the Queensland coast, heavy storm clouds overhead at dawn.

Sandstone Ledge Under StormNew South Wales

Wet sand reflecting a pink and orange sunrise sky near Coffs Harbor, with dark jagged rocks and headlands in the distance.

Pink Sky Over Wet SandNew South Wales

Moss-covered boulders and tidal pools on the rocky shore at Petrova Island, Lazovsky Reserve, with long-exposure water and a silhouetted headland at dusk.

Moss Shore at DuskLazovsky Reserve

Scattered rounded stones in the foreground with smooth flowing water and rolling autumn hills in the background under a cloudy sky, Primorsky Krai.

Stones in the River CurrentPrimorsky Krai

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

Pandanus fronds close up, with warm dawn light filtering onto a sandy cove and pebble foreshore on the Queensland coast.

Palm Fronds Over the ForeshoreQueensland

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

Tangled dead wood on a pebbly shoreline of a Tasmanian alpine lake, with rugged mountain peaks and drifting clouds visible in the distance.

Deadfall at the Alpine LakeTasmania

Large textured boulder in the right foreground beside driftwood, autumn foliage lit along the far bank, shimmering reflections on the river surface, Primorsky Krai.

Driftwood on the Wide BendPrimorsky Krai

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

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

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

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

Sandy bank at the Bikin River at dusk, floating plant mats on the water surface reflecting a pink cloud formation above the dark forest.

Floating Mats at DuskPrimorsky 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

Rugged coastal cliff lit by early dawn light on the Queensland coast, with waves breaking against dark foreground rocks and scattered clouds above.

Cliff Face at First LightQueensland

Sand ripples in evening light cross calm, glass-like water toward rolling hills under a gradient sunset sky, Hasan coast.

Rippled Bank Before DuskHasan

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

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-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

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 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

Stranded seaweed on wet sand at Tachingouza Bay at dawn, with a tidal stream winding toward dark rock cliffs under an orange sky.

Seaweed Below the CliffsNew South Wales

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

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

Rock pools and ochre stone formations on a Queensland headland at dawn, storm clouds above with warm light breaking through from the right.

Rock Pools at SunriseNew 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

Forested island silhouette against a twilight sky of pink and purple clouds at Petrova Island, Lazovsky Reserve, with a crescent moon above.

Island Against the Twilight SkyLazovsky Reserve

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

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

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

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

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

The Iman River flows calm past a rocky bank in morning light, with forested mountains fading into atmospheric haze on the far side.

Broad River Under Morning HazePrimorsky Krai

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 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 tall granite rock formation rises from a sandy inlet, with shallow seaweed-patched water and a deep blue cloud-streaked sky, Lazovsky Reserve.

Pinnacle Above Sandy InletLazovsky Reserve

A leafless tree with bright clusters of mistletoe stands in dry grass against a deep blue sky above rolling hills.

Mistletoe Against the Blue SkyChuguyevsky District

Silhouetted tree lines on both Bikin River banks at dusk, submerged aquatic grass in the foreground and a mountain range beyond.

Grassy Shallows Before the MountainsPrimorsky 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

Smooth water around granite boulders in a tidal inlet at Bay of Fires, a windswept tree silhouetted against the morning sky at the right.

Calm Inlet Below the TreeEast Coast Tasmania

The dawn sky above Santorini shifts from deep blue to warm orange, silhouetting distant volcanic islands above the cliffside village, December 2024.

Volcanic Islands at First LightSantorini

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

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

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

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

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

A tall stratified rock pillar reflected in the glassy shallow water of a tidal cove at Petrova Island at dusk.

Pillar in the Still BayLazovsky Reserve

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

Scattered dark rocks on wet sand near Coffs Harbor at dawn, with pink and orange sunrise sky above distant headlands, New South Wales.

Headland Silhouette 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

Rounded river pebbles in the foreground, bare autumn trees behind, and a distant wooded ridge under blue sky with scattered clouds, Primorsky Krai.

Pebbles Before the Autumn RidgePrimorsky Krai

A stratified rock platform at Spoon Bay extends toward a deep blue ocean under backlit clouds on a summer morning.

Backlit Clouds Above the PlatformCentral Coast

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

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 weathered wooden boathouse on the Cradle Mountain lakeshore, with jagged ridges catching warm afternoon light and rippling water below.

Boathouse at Cradle MountainTasmania

Large boulders and a fallen branch anchor the foreground at the Iman River, storm clouds above bare deciduous trees and dark mixed forest ridges.

Stone Shore Under Storm SkyPrimorsky Krai

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, surf crashing around dark foreground rocks below textured clouds with warm sunrise light at the horizon.

Arch Above the White SurfSouth Coast

Two massive weathered rock pillars flank a boulder-strewn inlet at Tachingouza Bay, Lazovsky Reserve, as sunlight breaks through cloud overhead.

Twin Monoliths, Tachingouza BayLazovsky Reserve

Lichen-covered granite boulders line a calm inlet at Bay of Fires, with a solitary tree silhouetted against the morning sky.

Tree Silhouette Above the CoveEast Coast Tasmania

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

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

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

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

A massive smooth boulder in the left foreground at Tachingouza Bay at dawn, with blurred surf across wet sand and silhouetted hills on the horizon.

Calm Shore at Tachingouza BayNew South Wales

Long-exposure waves wash over smooth coastal stones at Tachingouza Bay, with granite sea stacks and low cliffs visible through the morning mist.

Waves over Smooth StoneLazovsky Reserve

A sea stack towers over a glass-like tidal pool at Petrova Island, with soft dusk light catching the clear water and distant hills.

Sea Stack at Low TideLazovsky Reserve

Warm morning light breaks through slate storm clouds over a rocky Queensland cove, lighting the foreground rocks and turquoise water.

Warm Break Over the CoveQueensland

A kangaroo stands upright on a pebbly beach beside lichen-covered rock formations at dawn on the Coffs Harbor coast.

Kangaroo on Pebble 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

Long-exposure water rushes over smooth river stones at a gravel bar, with rolling hills in autumn color in the background, Russian Far East.

Gravel Bar Below Autumn HillsPrimorsky Krai

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

Dark spiky vegetation and rocky cliff beside smooth grey pebble stones curving toward the ocean under golden light on the Queensland coast.

Pebble Shore in Golden LightQueensland

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

Dry tussock grass in warm afternoon light on the rocky shoreline at Cradle Mountain, with shadowed slopes and distant peaks beneath heavy clouds.

Tussock Grass Before the RangeTasmania

Fallen timber on a rocky bank of the Iman River, mist rising from the water beneath an overcast sky.

Pale Fog on Fallen LogsPrimorsky Krai

Layered dark rock formations and tide pools on the Western Australian coast, with the underside of storm clouds lit orange at evening.

Orange Sky Above the Tide PoolsWestern Australia

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

Large weathered granite formations on a sandy shore at Tachingouza Bay, with transparent water revealing submerged rocks and a forested coastline beyond.

Granite Shore in Clear WaterLazovsky Reserve

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

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

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

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

Rough dark rock platform at Coffs Harbor with tidal pools reflecting golden sunrise light breaking through heavy storm clouds.

Tide Pools at SunriseNew South Wales

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

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

A massive layered rock stack stands beside calm water at Petrova Island, with a twilight sky of pink and blue above the pebble shore.

Pebbles at Dusk, Petrova IslandLazovsky Reserve

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 natural rock pool in the foreground reflects the dusk sky above jagged coastal cliffs and long-exposure surf on the Coffs Harbor coast.

Rock Pool at DuskNew South Wales

Coastal grass at lower right, soft morning surf on the sandy shore, and a forested island against the pale morning sky at Petrova Island.

Morning Shore Below the IslandLazovsky Reserve

Weathered driftwood at the edge of a smooth-flowing river, with autumn foliage on rolling hills and textured blue sky, Primorsky Krai.

Amber Hills Above the Rocky RunPrimorsky Krai

Storm clouds over a coastal tidal pool at Spoon Bay as morning light breaks through the dark cover above the ocean.

Tidal Pool Beneath Storm CloudsNew South Wales

Backlit pandanus fronds arch over smooth grey pebbles and a sandy cove, with sunlight filtering through the canopy at dawn.

Pandanus at the Pebbled CoveNew 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

A solitary tree on a rocky outcrop at the edge of a dark alpine lake, massive craggy peaks rising steeply behind at dusk, Tasmania.

Solitary Tree at DuskTasmania

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

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 weathered piece of driftwood rests among lichen-covered granite boulders on the Bay of Fires coast, Tasmania, in the morning light.

Driftwood Across the Lichen ShoreEast Coast Tasmania

Terracotta pots of agave plants line a white ledge in the foreground, with white-washed buildings perched on dark volcanic cliffs above the Santorini caldera beyond.

Agave Pots Above the SeaSantorini

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

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

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

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

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

Smooth granite boulders on the shore of Petrova Island at dusk, shallow pools reflecting a gradient of pink and deep blue in the sky.

Dusk at Petrova IslandLazovsky Reserve

Ochre-toned coastal rock formations and algae-covered surfaces along the Queensland shoreline at dawn, with heavy storm cloud and a lit horizon break.

Ochre Rock at Breaking LightQueensland

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

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

Wide river over a rocky bed with long-exposure water forming white ribbons, autumn hills, and a cloud-marked sky, Primorsky Krai.

Wide Bend Through October ForestPrimorsky Krai

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

Soft dawn light over a calm ocean cove with pebble beach and rocky headland on the Queensland coast, January 2020.

Quiet Cove Beyond the HeadlandQueensland

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

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

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

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

White cubic houses on a dark volcanic cliff at Santorini with warm afternoon light and an orange reflection on the calm caldera below.

Rooftop View of the CalderaSantorini

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

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

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

Morning sunlight on coastal cliffs and a sandy spit at Tachingouza Bay, with a calm tidal pool in the foreground.

Morning on the Sandstone LedgeLazovsky Reserve

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

Moss-covered granite boulders at Petrova Island with pink and purple clouds at dusk, the calm sea stretching to a cliff face.

Mossy Shore Under Pink SkyLazovsky Reserve

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

Smooth long-exposure water flows over dark jagged rocks on the Coffs Harbor coast at dusk, under a sky split between blue and warm orange.

Water Over Dark RocksNew South Wales

Algae-covered boulders in shallow glassy water at Petrova Island, Lazovsky Reserve, beneath a soft pink horizon with a faint crescent moon.

Boulder Shore at Pink DuskLazovsky Reserve

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

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

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

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

A gravel path winds through golden tussock grass at Cradle Mountain toward the lakeshore and rocky peaks under a wide blue sky.

Path Through Tussock GrassTasmania

Weathered driftwood on the Iman River bank in the foreground, with a mist-shrouded river and autumn hillside under heavy overcast sky.

Driftwood at the Foggy ShorePrimorsky Krai

Smooth granite boulders with orange lichen line the shore at Bay of Fires where calm water meets a tree-lined ridge in morning light.

Rock Shore, Bay of FiresEast Coast Tasmania

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

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

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

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

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

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

Moss-covered granite boulders rest in still water at the Petrova Island headland, beneath a sky moving from deep blue to pink at evening.

Granite Shore After SunsetLazovsky Reserve

Weathered jagged rocks jutting into the Queensland ocean at dawn, with white-capped waves and a heavy storm bank overhead, warm light at the horizon.

Jagged Coast in Storm LightQueensland

Moss-covered rocks on a coastal shelf with long-exposure surf and a sky shifting from deep grey to burnt orange at the horizon, Coffs Harbor.

Moss Shore at DuskNew 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

River flowing past fallen logs in the foreground, with streaked clouds and a distant autumn hillside beyond, Primorsky Krai.

Fallen Logs Below Streaked CloudsPrimorsky Krai

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

Wet sand textures in the foreground lead to a curved shoreline and tide pool reflecting a heavy sky on the Queensland coast.

Low Tide on a Curved ShoreQueensland

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

A dead gnarled tree trunk leans against warm-lit granite boulders at Bay of Fires, Tasmania, above tide pools in late autumn morning.

Gnarled Trunk Against the BouldersEast Coast Tasmania

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

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

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

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

Warm morning sunlight catches the texture of granite rocks at Tachingouza Bay, where long-exposure water flows smoothly over foreground stone toward a distant island.

Morning Light over the RocksLazovsky Reserve

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

Moss-covered boulders line the foreground of a calm bay on Petrova Island, with sunlight breaking through clouds toward a forested headland.

Sunbreak Over Petrova IslandLazovsky Reserve

Two silhouettes stand on a cliff edge above crashing surf on the Queensland coast, dark storm clouds overhead at dawn.

Storm Light on the HeadlandQueensland

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

Morning sunlight on a rugged cliffside where dense forest meets exposed limestone and sandy slopes above calm coastal water, Lazovsky Reserve.

Morning Shore at LazovskyLazovsky Reserve

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 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

Rippled sand and dark algae beneath shallow water on a tidal flat, with sunbeams over the distant shore on the Queensland coast.

Algae Flat in Soft LightQueensland

Stratified granite shelves edge a calm body of water leading to a tree-lined headland at Bay of Fires under streaked clouds.

Stone Shelf Toward the HeadlandEast Coast Tasmania

A tabby cat sits behind a weathered blue railing covered in rusted padlocks, gazing toward the calm caldera waters at dawn on Santorini.

Tabby at the Padlock RailSantorini

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

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

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

A massive rock formation rises from the Tachingouza Bay shoreline, its craggy face looking over wet foreground sand toward a distant island.

Lone Monolith at the ShoreLazovsky Reserve

Sunlit stratified cliffs above a shallow river flowing through smooth stones, with coniferous trees and autumn color, Terneysky District.

Pale Cliffs Above River StonesTerneysky District

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

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

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

Sun-drenched coastal cliffs rise steeply from the ocean, their rock faces textured with moss and shadow, under a clear blue sky.

Sunlit Cliffs Over Calm WaterLazovsky Reserve

Smooth water over dark river stones leading toward distant hills in late autumn foliage under textured clouds, wide-angle view, Primorsky Krai.

October Hills at Valley's EndPrimorsky Krai

Lichen-covered boulders and golden autumn foliage border a turquoise coastal inlet at Bay of Fires, East Coast Tasmania, under wispy cloud.

Coastal Inlet with Autumn FoliageEast Coast Tasmania

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

Whitewashed Village at DawnSantorini

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 wave breaks against a dark rock pillar on the NSW south coast at dawn, sending spray into the air above the sunlit stone.

Wave Against the Rock PillarSouth 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

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

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

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

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

Turbulent water rushes over dark algae-covered boulders along the Coffs Harbor coast, with golden light breaking through the edges of heavy storm clouds above.

Turbulent Shore in Storm LightNew South Wales

Smooth stones and mossy boulders beneath shallow transparent water at Preobrazheniye, silhouetted coastal hills under a pastel morning sky.

Still Shore, PreobrazheniyeLazovsky Reserve

White water flows over dark stones on a wide Primorsky Krai river, backed by reddish autumn hills and textured clouds above tree-lined banks.

River Stones Beneath October CloudPrimorsky Krai

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

A blue-domed church with white plaster walls and fluttering flags stands above the caldera at dawn on Santorini, December 2024.

Blue Dome Before the CalderaSantorini

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

Textured rock strata on the South Coast with calm tide pools reflecting a dual blue and gold dawn sky above the shelf.

Rock Pools at Summer DawnSouth 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

A sea stack in dark silhouette against the morning sky at Tachingouza Bay, with rippling water catching the light below.

Silhouette Against the Morning SeaLazovsky Reserve

A slender waterfall drops down a grey rock face into a pool, with green moss and orange autumn foliage, Black Shaman Waterfall.

Black Shaman WaterfallTerneysky District

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

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

Bay Beneath the StormQueensland

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

Dark coastal rocks with floating kelp in calm sea at Preobrazheniye, Lazovsky Reserve, with hazy mountain ridges on the horizon under warm morning light.

Kelp Shore Below the MountainsLazovsky Reserve

Shallow stream flows through a rocky channel lined with moss-covered boulders at Bay of Fires on a clear autumn morning.

Mossy Channel, Bay of FiresEast Coast Tasmania

Wide-angle view of white cubic buildings stepping down the volcanic caldera rim at dawn in Santorini, December 2024.

Rooftops on the Caldera RimSantorini

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

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

Layered sandstone cliffs and a coastal rock pool before sunrise on the New South Wales coast, smooth long-exposure surf below.

Tide Pool Before SunriseNew South Wales

A massive sea stack with a rough rock face dominates the foreground at Tachingouza Bay, with morning light spreading across the ocean and sand below.

Rock Formation at Tachingouza BayLazovsky Reserve

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

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

A solitary figure rests on a dark rocky headland at dawn on the Queensland coast, jagged stone in the foreground under heavy cloud.

Figure on the HeadlandNew South Wales

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 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

A black-and-white cat and a calico cat rest on weathered terrace benches above the Santorini caldera at dawn, December 2024.

Cats on a Weathered TerraceSantorini

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

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

A kangaroo stands alert on a grassy clifftop above Coffs Harbor, the New South Wales coastline and breaking surf extending behind it.

Kangaroo Above Coffs HarborNew South Wales

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

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

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

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

A weathered stone staircase descends toward the Santorini caldera at dawn, with cobalt-blue domes and orange-lit water below.

Stone Steps Toward the CalderaSantorini

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

Golden rays breaking through a rock gap and falling on a clear tide pool at dawn on the South Coast, NSW.

Sunburst at the Shore PoolSouth 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

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

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

Whitewashed homes along a cliff edge at dawn in Santorini, winding stairs and curved walls in the foreground, December 2024.

Homes Along the Cliff EdgeSantorini

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

Layered rock pool on the South Coast mirroring an orange sunrise sky, with dark cliff shapes silhouetted against the breaking dawn light.

Quiet Pool at SunriseSouth 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

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

Orange lichen-covered granite boulders border calm steel-blue water at Bay of Fires, with a distant headland visible under a streaked morning sky.

Granite Shore in Low SunEast Coast Tasmania

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

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

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

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

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

Granite boulders speckled with orange lichen line a shallow bay, with cool blue water and a distant warm horizon in late autumn.

Shallow Bay in Late AutumnEast Coast Tasmania

Inside the Colosseum in Rome; sunlit upper stone tiers above a shadowed arena floor, a winter rainbow in storm cloud above.

Rainbow Over the Roman ArenaRome

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

Foamy white waves against dark rock on the South Coast, with deep blue storm clouds and a golden dawn band on the horizon.

Blue Clouds Over the Dark ShoreSouth 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

Sunlit ferns and moss-covered tree trunks at the forest edge at Tachingouza Bay, with the calm blue ocean visible through the branches beyond.

Ferns Above the Coastal CoveLazovsky Reserve

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

Colosseum exterior at golden hour in Rome, a pale moon in the sky above the curved arches, with cyclists and figures below.

Moon Above the Ruined AmphitheaterRome

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

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

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 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

A domed basilica in Rome seen above terracotta rooftops in winter morning light, stone facade catching low sun against a clear sky.

Basilica Dome in Morning LightRome

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

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

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

A lone tree stands silhouetted on a coastal headland above a calm inlet with orange lichen boulders in the foreground.

Inlet Below the Tree LineEast Coast Tasmania

Large dome and stone statues above the terracotta rooftops of Rome, soft midday cloud diffusing winter light across the cityscape.

Terracotta Rooftops Below the DomeRome

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

Long-exposure waves flow over dark coastal rocks as storm clouds hang above the New South Wales south coast at dawn.

Headland in Storm LightSouth 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

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

Storm clouds gather above a Rome skyline of ancient stone, terracotta roofs, and a large dome, with green pines filling the foreground.

Ancient Skyline Before the StormRome

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

Milky water flows over rugged coastal rocks against a golden dawn horizon and dark storm clouds, New South Wales south coast.

Rock Platform at First LightSouth 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

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

Warm afternoon sunlight falls across ochre facades and terracotta rooftops along a Florence riverbank, with multiple stone bridges layering the foreground.

Ochre Facades Above the RiverItaly

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

Layered rock formations at the shoreline catch morning light as smooth white water passes over their surfaces, New South Wales south coast.

Layered Shore Before SunriseSouth 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

Lichen-covered boulders and a windswept tree at a tidal river mouth, Bay of Fires, Tasmania, in early morning light.

Windswept Tree on the BankEast Coast Tasmania

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

Gothic Pinnacles Under December SunItaly

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

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 lone tree on the Bay of Fires coastline stands in silhouette against the sun, with lens flare spreading across moss-covered rocks below.

Silhouette Against the Morning SunEast Coast Tasmania

A cobblestone walkway leads toward an Amalfi harbor overlook, storm clouds and a faint rainbow above the headland in the distance.

Cobblestone Path Toward the HorizonAmalfi 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

Jagged coastal rock formations wet with sea spray catch amber sunrise light as dark storm clouds fill the sky above the New South Wales coast.

Amber Horizon at SunriseSouth Coast

Radiating cirrus cloud bands stretch over a headland at Bay of Fires, granite boulders in the foreground lit by low morning sun.

Sunburst Over the HeadlandEast Coast Tasmania

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

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

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

Sandy shoreline curving through scattered granite boulders toward the rugged peaks above Coles Bay, Tasmania, at golden hour in April 2022.

Shoreline Arc to the PeaksEast Coast Tasmania

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

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

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

Massive granite boulders in warm light beside a glassy inlet, with cloud-streaked sky over scrub-covered hills at Coles Bay, April 2022.

Boulders at the Inlet's EdgeEast Coast Tasmania

Silhouetted tree and terracotta planter above the sunlit terraced village at Sorrento, sky deepening to navy above the pale horizon, December 2024.

Terracotta Planter Before the BayAmalfi Coast

Sandstone rock formations opening to a sheltered pocket beach with misty, slow-shutter surf on the New South Wales South Coast at dusk.

Gateway to the Pocket BeachSouth Coast

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

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

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

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

Coastal cliffs and rocky shoreline under a sky divided between golden sunrise light on the left and heavy dark storm clouds on the right.

Divided Sky at Summer DawnSouth 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

Mountain peaks in low winter sun above Sorrento's harbor at midday, stone promenade and concrete breakwaters in the foreground, lone figures in shadow.

Promenade at the Harbor, SorrentoAmalfi Coast

Warm dusk light on a rocky beach and tidal channel on the New South Wales South Coast, long-exposure mist around pitted volcanic rock.

Tidal Channel at Low SunSouth Coast

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

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

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

Deep blue sky with cumulus clouds above turquoise waves breaking on the New South Wales South Coast at dusk.

Turquoise Surf Under CumulusSouth Coast

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

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

Pastel houses on a steep cliffside above a calm harbor on the Amalfi Coast, with dark volcanic rocks in the foreground and heavy cloud overhead.

Shore Below the Cliffside TownAmalfi Coast

Layered sandstone formations in the foreground lead toward rolling surf and a cliffside residential headland on the New South Wales South Coast at dusk.

Layered Rock Toward the ShoreSouth Coast

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

Rounded granite boulders at golden hour on the Coles Bay shore, with a solitary tree on the rocky headland and calm water beyond.

One Tree on the HeadlandEast Coast Tasmania

A row of bicycles stands along a sun-drenched promenade on the Amalfi Coast, the terraced cliff town and harbor visible in the afternoon light.

Bicycles on the Harbor PromenadeAmalfi Coast

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

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

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

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

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

A sandstone archway opens to turquoise surf breaking onto wet sand under storm clouds, South Coast, New South Wales.

Through the Sandstone ArchSouth Coast

Sunlit granite boulders and sandy beach at Coles Bay, Tasmania, beneath a heavy sky of slate-grey cloud, with dark-green coastal vegetation on the distant slopes.

Under a Slate SkyEast Coast Tasmania

A white rowboat rests on a stone quay beside red cyclamen planters, the wooden pier and mountain silhouette visible in the Amalfi Coast dawn beyond.

Red Cyclamen at DawnAmalfi Coast

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

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

Sun-lit granite boulders at the edge of a calm inlet at Coles Bay, Tasmania, where clear water reflects the silhouettes of coastal trees.

Reflected Trees in Still WaterEast Coast Tasmania

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

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

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

Afternoon sun on granite outcrops and coastal foliage at Coles Bay, with heavy cloud and blue sky breaks above the rugged mountain shoreline.

Cloud Break Above the ShoreEast Coast Tasmania

Yellow and pink fishing nets rest on a stone quay at dawn on the Amalfi Coast, the hillside town visible beyond the calm harbor.

Fishing Nets on the Stone QuayAmalfi Coast

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

Sunlit granite rocks stretching across the foreground of a calm Tasmanian bay, with steep forested headlands and a dark heavy sky at golden hour.

Granite Across the BayTasmania

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

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

Wet granite rocks at the edge of a blue-green inlet at Coles Bay, with rugged mountain peaks and a cloud-streaked sky in the distance.

Peaks Over the InletEast Coast Tasmania

Terracotta-roofed buildings step down to a sheltered harbor pier on the Amalfi Coast, the church dome prominent in soft December dawn light.

Church Dome Above the Harbor PierAmalfi Coast

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

Lichen-covered weathered granite on the Coles Bay foreshore, with calm water leading to rugged mountain peaks beneath a sky of long streaking cloud.

Lichen on the Granite ShoreEast Coast Tasmania

Two boats moored on calm water, rugged cliffs with white buildings at their edge above, soft light on distant mountain slopes. Amalfi Coast.

Two Hulls Against the Cliff WallAmalfi Coast

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

Stratified rock formations rising from shallow water at Coles Bay, Tasmania, the warm amber foreground contrasting with dark mountain slopes and a heavy layered sky.

Amber Shelf in Shallow WaterEast Coast Tasmania

Sunlit upper cliff above a shadowed Amalfi Coast harbor, warm light on the rock face and cool water below. December 2024.

Rock Face Over the Dark HarborAmalfi Coast

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

Smooth granite slabs extending to a calm bay in Tasmania, with golden light on the water and a solitary windswept tree against the sky.

Windswept Tree Above the SlabsTasmania

Compact coastal settlement beneath terraced hillsides and a flat shelf cloud over the summit, Amalfi Coast.

Settlement Beneath a Shelf CloudAmalfi 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

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

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

Dirt cliff-edge path with a weathered wooden fence, textured limestone in the foreground, distant Amalfi Coast mountains beyond.

Cliff Path to the Far ShoreAmalfi 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

Dark volcanic stone at the cliff edge above a sun-drenched bay, deep blue water extending to distant mountains, Amalfi Coast.

Volcanic Stone Over the Deep BayAmalfi Coast

Warm light from a cloud break falls on a distant mountain summit above red rock formations and long-exposure water at Coles Bay.

Cloud Break Over the SummitEast Coast Tasmania

Massive stratified mountains over an Amalfi Coast town on steep cliffs, low clouds at the peaks, terracotta roofs in the foreground.

Layered Mountains Over the RooftopsAmalfi 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

Terracotta-roofed buildings on a steep Amalfi Coast slope, stone walls in soft directional light, a calm bay and distant mountains beyond. December 2024.

Terracotta Roofs Before the BayAmalfi 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

Vertical wooden pilings cross a calm Venice harbor at dawn, leading toward a softly lit church complex and bell tower on the horizon.

Pilings Before the Church TowerVenice

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 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

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

Dawn light catches the top of a Venetian campanile above a stone balustrade, while chimney smoke drifts across the blue sky.

Bell Tower Over the CanalVenice

Weathered driftwood rests among granite boulders on the shore at Coles Bay, Tasmania, with calm water catching the morning light.

Driftwood on the Morning ShoreEast Coast Tasmania

Covered gondolas moored along weathered wooden poles in the foreground, with a church campanile and dome lit by dawn light beyond.

Gondolas at Dawn, VeniceVenice

Orange-lichened granite boulders line the shore at Coles Bay, Tasmania, beneath a sky of billowing cloud lit orange in early morning.

Lichen Rock Above a Still BayEast Coast Tasmania

Blurred wooden pilings anchor the foreground as the painted facades of Burano rise in red, pink, and cobalt blue at dusk.

Painted Walls at DuskItaly

Rugged granite boulders at the shore of Coles Bay, Tasmania, with ocean water smoothed by long exposure beneath a pink and orange morning sky.

Granite Shore at Morning TideEast Coast Tasmania

The Eiffel Tower rises as a dark silhouette above hazy Parisian slate rooftops and leafless trees at midday in winter.

Slate Roofs Before the TowerFrance

Layered granite formations at the water's edge, Coles Bay, Tasmania, with clouds lit orange and gold above the calm bay in morning light.

Layered Rock Toward the BayEast Coast Tasmania

A painter's easel stands in a cobblestone Paris square at dusk, warm fairy lights strung overhead and winter pedestrians passing by cafe storefronts.

Cobblestone Square at Dusk, ParisFrance

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

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

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

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

Textured granite boulders on the shore at Coles Bay, Tasmania, beneath rolling storm cloud, a band of morning light breaking at the horizon.

Storm Shadow on Granite ShoreEast Coast Tasmania

Large granite boulders covered in orange lichen rest in clear tidal pools below a mountain silhouette at Coles Bay, East Coast Tasmania.

Lichen Shore Below the MountainEast Coast Tasmania

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

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

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

Orange lichen on granite boulders at Coles Bay, calm pools in the foreground and a distant headland silhouetted against amber light at sunset.

Amber Break Over the HeadlandEast Coast Tasmania

Orange lichen on granite boulders at Coles Bay, storm clouds above and an amber glow at the horizon, distant landmasses in silhouette.

Shore Under the Turning SkyTasmania

Granite boulders covered in orange lichen edge calm tide pools at Coles Bay, with smooth ocean stretching toward a distant headland under a gradient sky.

Wide Ocean Beyond the Rocky ShelfEast Coast Tasmania

Large granite boulders covered in orange lichen at Coles Bay, a sandy beach and dark craggy mountains rising against a streaked sky.

Coles Bay Below the MountainsEast Coast Tasmania

A clear rock pool reflects orange lichen-covered granite boulders at Coles Bay, with a dark headland and soft sunset glow at the horizon.

Rock Pool at the HeadlandEast Coast Tasmania

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

Dark coastal tree trunks and the warm tones of the evening sky reflected in clear tidal pools among granite boulders at Coles Bay.

Tree Trunks in the Tidal MirrorEast Coast Tasmania

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

Large rounded granite boulders with water flowing between them at Coles Bay, the Hazards mountains rising under a pink and blue streaked sky at sunset.

Boulders Under a Streaked SkyEast Coast Tasmania

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

Lichen-streaked granite boulders in warm light at Coles Bay, with apricot and violet clouds over calm water and the Hazards in the distance.

Apricot Clouds Above the BayEast Coast Tasmania

A tidal pool between granite boulders reflects a pink and blue sunset sky at Coles Bay, the Hazards peaks rising in the distance.

Pool Beneath the Evening PeaksEast Coast Tasmania

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

Long-exposure ocean water weaves between barnacle-covered granite boulders on a Tasmanian coastal shore as orange and pink clouds streak across the sunset sky.

Ribbons of Water at SunsetTasmania

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

Textured granite boulders rest in shallow water at Coles Bay, reflecting orange and red sunset clouds that stretch across a low horizon.

Boulders in Sunset ShallowsEast Coast Tasmania

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

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

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

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

Rounded granite boulders at Coles Bay, with motion-blurred tidal water and a tree-lined headland against orange and blue sunset clouds.

Headland at the Last LightEast Coast Tasmania

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

Horizontal cliff layers at Cape Pillar with turquoise waves crashing at the base and soft directional light across the stratified rock surfaces.

Layered Cliffs Above Turquoise WaterTasman Peninsula

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

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

Columns Above the TasmanTasman Peninsula

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

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

Rough granite boulders and low scrub in the foreground lead toward Hobart on the Derwent Estuary, below heavy storm clouds, April 2022.

Granite Boulders Before the EstuaryTasmania

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

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

Forested ridges recede into pale autumn haze above a rocky outcrop in the foreground, a wide valley stretching below under overcast sky, Tasmania, April 2022.

Ridges Into Autumn HazeTasmania

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

A wooden boardwalk curves through golden buttongrass at Cradle Mountain toward a valley floor dotted with white-barked trees, afternoon clouds building above.

White-Barked Trees Below Rolling CloudNew South Wales

Gnarled lichen-covered shrubs stand at the valley rim at Cradle Mountain, distant peaks lit by warm golden-hour light beneath long cloud banks.

Lichen Scrub at the Valley RimTasmania

A weather-beaten shrub with pale twisted branches stands on open mossy heath at Cradle Mountain, rolling hills and a cloud-filled sky beyond.

Twisted Shrub on Open HeathNew South Wales