Rule of Thirds

841 photographs using rule-of thirds, from across the portfolio, shot between 2005 and 2025.

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

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

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

Marble Theater Toward the SkylineAthens

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

Rocky cliffs and a green-topped peninsula overlook a calm bay at Hasan, Russian Far East, with sea fog softening the distant headlands.

Coastal Haze at HasanHasan

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

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

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 kangaroo stands on its hind legs on a grassy hilltop near Coffs Harbor, alert and gazing into the distance at dawn.

Lone Watcher on the HilltopNew 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

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

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

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

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

Curved Beach Before SunriseQueensland

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

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

Morning Shafts at Byron BayNew South Wales

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

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

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

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

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

Spray Over the Basalt CliffsNew South Wales

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

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

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

Dark pines on a grassy slope overlook a calm sea at Gamov Peninsula, with a solitary rock stack catching light under a partly cloudy morning sky.

Sea Through Pine BoughsFar East Marine Reserve

Late autumn floodplain in Chuguyevsky District showing golden grasses and a lone bird beneath large cumulus clouds.

Valley Under CumulusChuguyevsky District

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Shafts of dawn light break through heavy storm clouds over a dark, calm ocean off the Queensland coast.

Crepuscular Rays at DawnQueensland

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Anchored sailboats on the dark blue lake below mountain ridges in low cloud, with sunlit upper slopes above a lakeside settlement, Central Otago.

Bay Beneath the RidgelineCanterbury

Two slender birch trees stand in a wildflower meadow at Vladimir Bay, their pale trunks visible through mist-softened light in August.

Birch Trees in the Wildflower MistPrimorsky 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 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

Weathered driftwood on the gravel bank of the Bikin River at dusk, dense foliage lining both shores and the pale sky reflected in still water.

Weathered Log at the River's EdgePrimorsky 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

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

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

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

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

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

Crepuscular rays break through cloud above a winding lake at dusk, golden light reflected on calm water below forested hills, New South Wales.

Crepuscular Rays Over the LakeNew South Wales

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

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

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

A diagonal line of driftwood and shells crosses wind-rippled sand at Falshivy Poyma, with calm water and distant hazy islands beyond.

Driftwood Shore, Falshivy PoymaHasan

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Sandstone Gorge Below the CloudsBlue Mountains

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

Dawn Mist at Dunns SwampNew South Wales

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

Wave-Cut Platform, BouddiNew South Wales

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

Sun Rays at the Curved ShoreNew South Wales

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

Crescent Beach from AboveNew South Wales

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

Tide Pools at DawnSouth Coast

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

Bare Tree Above the MistBlue Mountains

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

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

Three Sisters at Golden HourBlue Mountains

A 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

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

Two Belugas at the OceanariumPrimorsky Krai

River channel carved through layered ice and snow banks, with icicles hanging at the melting edge and dry reeds in the foreground.

River Channel Through Layered IceShkotovsky District

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

Snow-capped clusters cling to dark bare branches, rimlit with warm backlight against a cool blurred blue sky, Russian Far East, winter.

Backlit Snow on Bare BranchesPrimorsky 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

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

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

Storm Light Over the MarshPrimorsky Krai

A sun-drenched dirt path winds through a grove of bare-branched trees above scattered grey boulders in the Suchan area, October 2010.

Sunlit Path Through the GrovePrimorsky Krai

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

Morning on the AnanievkaPrimorsky Krai

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

Gull Over the Frozen ShorePrimorsky Krai

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

Melting Ice at the River BendPrimorsky Krai

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

Bumblebee on Yellow BroomPrimorsky Krai

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

Logs on the Pebble ShorePrimorsky Krai

A grassy headland slopes toward a calm bay at sunset near Duhovo, with layered coastal ridges receding into the warm haze.

Layered Headlands, DuhovoPrimorsky Krai

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

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

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

Crag Above the Autumn MeadowPrimorsky 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 wide gravel spit on the Bikin River leads toward dense forested mountain ridges under heavy cloud and blue patches, September 2010.

Dense Canopy Over the River BarPrimorsky 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

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

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

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

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

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 in early spring thaw carries yellow-brown snowmelt past intact banks of snow and ice at Vinogradovka, Russian Far East.

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

Kelp Shore at SidemiHasan

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

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

Frosted Reed at MiddayPrimorsky Krai

Amber meltwater flows past chunks of dissolving ice on the Vinogradovka riverbank, leafless trees stretching into a clear blue April sky.

Amber Current in Bare ForestPrimorsky Krai

Heavy storm clouds over Vityaz Bay with a sunburst breaking through on the left, casting reflected light across the calm sea toward silhouetted rocky islands.

Sunburst Over Vityaz BayFar East Marine Reserve

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

Pale Cliff Over Open WaterPrimorsky Krai

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

Harbor at Dawn, PlastunPrimorsky Krai

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

Sparrows on Bare Branches

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

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 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

Bright sunlit foliage on the left contrasts with a dark pine forest extending along a calm shoreline under blue sky and scattered clouds.

Sunlit Canopy Over Dark PinesRussia

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

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

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

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

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

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 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

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

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

Silhouetted Trees at MorningTasmania

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

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

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

Rock Platform at First LightNew South Wales

A 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

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

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

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 fan of crepuscular rays spreads through thick cloud above the Byron Bay ocean, a single bird silhouetted in the haze at the horizon.

Crepuscular Fan Above the OceanNew South Wales

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

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

Wave Over Coastal RockHasan

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

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

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

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 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

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 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

Telephoto view of distant mountain ridges in Chuguyevsky District with the highest peak lightly dusted in snow under an overcast sky.

Snow on the Far RidgesChuguyevsky District

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

Tide Mirror, RockpoolNew 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Distant Vessel in Storm LightQueensland

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

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

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

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

Moon Over Sydney HarbourNew South Wales

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

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

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

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

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

Amber Glow Above the ShoreQueensland

A wooden fence sweeps diagonally across a green hillside toward a snow-covered mountain summit under heavy clouds at dawn, Central Otago, New Zealand.

Mountain Light Above the FenceCentral Otago

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

Dawn Mist Over the Clifftop PathPrimorsky Krai

A meandering river crosses a golden meadow toward dense forest and hazy mountains at golden hour, Samarga River valley.

Hazy Peaks Beyond the MeadowTerneysky District

White lighthouse on a rocky headland under breaking storm clouds, with a sandy beach and waves in the foreground at Dva Brata Islands, Russia.

Lighthouse Under Storm CloudsTerneysky District

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

Cliff Lighthouse at DawnFar East Marine Reserve

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

Basalt Stack at First LightPrimorsky Krai

A 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 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 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

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

The Bikin River at dusk with a forested hill reflected in calm water, pink-tinted clouds above and a gravel bank in the left foreground.

Hill Reflected in Calm WaterPrimorsky 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

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

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

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

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

Slopes Toward the Rocky RidgeSnowy Mountains

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

Evening sun breaks through heavy cloud above forested valleys and a winding river, casting golden reflections on calm water, New South Wales.

Evening Light Above the ValleyNew South Wales

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

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 white lighthouse stands on a steep headland at Topauza Bay, surrounded by muted green and tan coastal cliffs curving gently into the calm sea below.

Lighthouse on the HeadlandPrimorsky 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 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

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

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

Traditional long-tail boats and colorful kayaks rest near a curving shoreline of turquoise water below lush karst hills on the Thai coast.

Karst Coast with BoatsThailand

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 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

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

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

Coastal Curve Before the BreakCentral Coast

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Fractured Ledge at SunriseNew South Wales

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

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

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

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

Jagged Rocks in Morning LightNew South Wales

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

Headland Against the Dawn SkyNew South Wales

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

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

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

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

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

Column of Surf at First LightNew South Wales

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

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

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

Layered mountain ridgelines recede into atmospheric haze above the Far East Marine Reserve coastline under a soft cloud-streaked sky.

Distant Ridgelines Through Autumn HazeFar East Marine Reserve

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

Rain Over Forested RidgesChuguyevsky District

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

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

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 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

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

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

Ridgelines Into Winter HazePrimorsky Krai

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

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

Mossy Granite Under the SquallNew South Wales

Dark storm clouds over a vast expanse of ocean at dawn, with rain curtains falling and a small ship silhouette on the horizon.

Silver Sea Below Rain CurtainsQueensland

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

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

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

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

Opera House Under Blue SpotlightsNew South Wales

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Dark pebble shoreline curving toward a grass-covered headland with a white lighthouse, Terneysky coast, scattered clouds above.

Pebble Shore Below the HeadlandTerneysky District

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

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

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 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

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 Milky Way hangs above scattered boulders and rippled sand at Coffs Harbor, with silhouetted dunes in the middle ground at pre-dawn.

Boulders Beneath the Milky WayNew 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

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 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

Golden grassland and stands of reeds at Falshivy Poyma, with still water reflecting a pale grey sky and distant hills fading into haze.

Still Water Among the Reed BedsHasan

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

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

Sunburst through heavy clouds reflected in a shallow pool at Dunns Swamp, with green trees lining both banks.

Sunburst Through the Cloud BreakNew South Wales

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

Orange Lichen on the HeadlandEast Coast Tasmania

Long-exposure 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 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

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

Terraced Cliffs Above Dark WaterSantorini

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

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

Fog-veiled coastal hills rise above a sandy beach and creek mouth at evening, with warm clouds on the left and cool blue water below.

Fog on the Coastal HillsLazovsky Reserve

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

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

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

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

Bay Under Scattered CloudLazovsky Reserve

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

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

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

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

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

A massive bank of dark storm clouds over Byron Bay, lit from below at sunrise, with choppy surf and spray in the foreground.

Storm Front at DaybreakNew South Wales

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

A small boat on Sidemi Bay in early morning, silhouetted against sunbeams breaking through heavy storm clouds above rolling waves.

Boat Under Parting CloudHasan

Lone figure stands waist-deep in a mist-covered river, layered autumn forest climbing the hillside behind, Iman River, Primorsky Krai.

Morning Mist on the ImanPrimorsky Krai

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

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

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

Long Exposure at the Basalt ShoreNew South Wales

A 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

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

Reed Flat Below October SkyPrimorsky Krai

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

Lone Tree on the FloodplainChuguyevsky District

A 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

A cargo ship sits in telephoto silhouette against a textured wall of cumulus clouds over the Queensland coast at dawn.

Cargo Ship Under CumulusQueensland

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

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

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

A colorful face projection covers the Opera House shell arches in Sydney as blue laser beams rise from the harbor edge.

Face Projected on Shell ArchesNew South Wales

The Bikin River at dusk mirrors scattered orange clouds and mountain silhouettes in its glassy surface, submerged vegetation visible in the clear shallows below.

Mirror Water at DuskPrimorsky Krai

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

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

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

Smooth wet sand on a Queensland beach reflects scattered clouds, with gentle waves and a steep cliff at the far edge.

Cloud Mirror on the BeachQueensland

Low morning mist in a valley below sunlit golden-grass hills, with a rural settlement partly obscured by haze, near Queenstown, South Island.

Valley Mist at DawnCentral Otago

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

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

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

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

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 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

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

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

Sunbeams break through dark cloud over the caldera, casting warm light on the water and silhouetted headlands, Santorini. December 2024.

Sunbeams Over Silhouetted HeadlandsSantorini

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

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

A wide river curve at Tachingouza Bay mirrors a stormy sky at evening, with mist-covered forested hills creating atmospheric depth in the background.

River Bend Under Storm CloudsLazovsky Reserve

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

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

Backlit Trees Above Lichen RockEast Coast Tasmania

A 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Dark Shelf with Yellow AlgaeNew South Wales

A 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

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

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

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

Rugged Slope Above the ValleyPrimorsky Krai

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

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 distant cargo vessel is silhouetted against a narrow band of warm horizon light beneath heavy cumulus clouds over the ocean.

Freighter at the Brightening HorizonQueensland

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-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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Cliffside in Afternoon BacklightSantorini

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

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

A fog-shrouded forested mountain slopes to a sandy beach at Tachingouza Bay, with gentle breaking waves and scattered dark seaweed under an overcast sky.

Mountain in Sea FogLazovsky Reserve

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Headland at Dawn, Byron BayNew South Wales

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Path Through the Plane Tree CanopyBlue Mountains

Wet sand 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

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

Peak Through the Winter HazePrimorsky Krai

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

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

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

Wave Lines Below the HeadlandQueensland

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

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

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

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

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

Spray Against the LedgeCentral Coast

Warm sunlit boulders anchor the left foreground as forested cliffs and pale rolling hills recede into a hazy horizon above calm seas.

Rock Shelf Beneath a Hazy HorizonFar East Marine Reserve

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

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

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

White Beach Below the RidgeEast Coast Tasmania

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

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

White sea foam crashes against dark jagged rocks on the Queensland coast at dawn, with orange-tinged cloud above and the sun low on the horizon.

Wave Break on Dark RocksQueensland

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

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

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

Coastal dawn view from Nelson Bay headland, with amber light on the horizon and mist-shrouded islands across grey water.

Misty Islands at DawnNew South Wales

Long-exposure waves blurred into soft horizontal streaks below a heavy cloud canopy at dawn, Byron Bay coast, New South Wales, peach-toned sky above.

Long Exposure at Winter DawnNew South Wales

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

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 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

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

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

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 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

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

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

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

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

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

Headland in Storm LightNew South Wales

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

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

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

Rolling Hills in WinterPrimorsky Krai

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 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

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

Rust-toned granite lines the Coles Bay shoreline on a cloudy late-autumn morning, with pink light visible in the cloud formations above.

Rust Stone in Morning LightEast Coast Tasmania

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 stream meanders across a sandy beach into the ocean, reflecting pink and lavender clouds above silhouetted headlands, Lazovsky Reserve.

River Mouth at SunsetLazovsky Reserve

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

Diagonal Rocks on Pale SandQueensland

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

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

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

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

Foam Lines Along the ShoreNew South Wales

Diagonal sunbeams extend through clouds above a large incoming wave at Byron Bay, NSW, the sky filled with amber light at dawn.

Sunbeams Over the Morning SwellNew South Wales

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

Orange Glow on Still WaterHasan

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

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

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

Wave Against the Cliff FaceNew South Wales

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

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

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

A spotted seal rests on a wet moss-covered rock at Gamov Cape, its dark eyes meeting the viewer directly.

Direct Gaze on the ShoreFar East Marine 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

A tall sea stack above tangled kelp and golden sand, with a streaky cloud sky and calm water, Lazovsky Reserve.

Kelp Shore Below the Sea StackLazovsky Reserve

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 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

A pine tree leans over the rocky Vityaz Bay shoreline in morning light, its needle-filled branches above deep blue water and jagged coastal formations.

Leaning Pine, Vityaz BayFar East Marine 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

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

Lighthouse Above Dark RocksNew South Wales

Breaking waves with white foam below amber cumulus clouds over the Byron Bay coast, NSW, winter morning.

Morning Surf Under Amber CloudNew South Wales

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

A harbor seal rests with eyes closed on a wet, algae-covered rock along the Far East Marine Reserve shore.

Harbor Seal at RestFar East Marine 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

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

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

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

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

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

Storm Light at DawnCentral Coast

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Rolling green hills descend steeply to rugged sea cliffs in low morning light, with deep blue ocean below, Gamov Peninsula, Far East Marine Reserve.

Emerald Slopes to the CliffsFar East Marine 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

Telephoto compression layers rolling green hills above a calm estuary at Nelson Bay, hazy mountains behind a sandy spit and low buildings.

Stacked Hills Over the EstuaryNew South Wales

Low-angle winter sunlight backlights breaking sea spray against a dark grey sky at Byron Bay, New South Wales. June 2021.

Backlit Spray in Winter SwellNew South Wales

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Fog Low on the WaterPrimorsky Krai

Long-exposure 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

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

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

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

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 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

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

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

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

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

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

Golden morning rays breaking through dark clouds above a calm sea at Petrova Island, a silhouetted island visible in the hazy distance.

Sunbeams Through Heavy CloudLazovsky Reserve

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

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

The lighthouse at Nelson Bay rises above a scrub-covered coastal headland with golden light breaking through heavy cloud overhead.

Green Headland Under Summer CloudNew 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

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

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

View over Piazza del Popolo in Rome, with the Egyptian obelisk and a Christmas tree below, St. Peter's dome on the winter horizon.

Obelisk Before St. Peter's DomeRome

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

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

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

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

Ancient Tree Above Still WaterTasmania

Dark clouds hang over the Coffs Harbor coast as warm light breaks through to the horizon, reflecting in the wet sand below.

Dark Clouds at DawnNew 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

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

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

Lush green coastal hills slope to calm blue water at Gamov Peninsula, with sea stacks and cumulus clouds filling an azure sky overhead.

Green Hills to the ShoreFar East Marine 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

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

Tower Against the Cloud RaysNew South Wales

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Weathered Snag in Spring BloomLazovsky Reserve

A shaft of sunlight breaks through thick storm clouds above Vityaz Bay, casting a bright reflection across the flat calm sea, with silhouetted distant islands on the horizon.

Crepuscular Light on Still WaterFar East Marine Reserve

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

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

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 steep, forested mountain towers over the Amalfi harbor, a rainbow arching through storm clouds above while white boats rest in grey water.

Mountain Harbor in Storm LightAmalfi Coast

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

Heavy Cloud Over the BayCentral Coast

A 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 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 break in heavy cloud sends warm light across the jagged ridges at Cradle Mountain, shadowed lower slopes meeting dark rippled water below.

Ridgeline Through Cloud BreakTasmania

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

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

Limestone Cliffs at PetrovaLazovsky Reserve

A 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

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

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 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

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

Warm late-afternoon light falls on terraced limestone cliffs and pastel buildings overlooking a dark sand beach on the Amalfi Coast.

Village Terraces Above the Dark BeachAmalfi Coast

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

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

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-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 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

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

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

Still Shore, PreobrazheniyeLazovsky Reserve

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

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 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

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

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 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Two small boats on rippling water, white villas in the cliff, umbrella pines against a pale winter sky. Amalfi Coast.

Pines Above the Winter AnchorageAmalfi Coast

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

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

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

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

Textured ripples on a dark lake surface at Cradle Mountain, sunlit granite peaks and scattered clouds above scrub-covered slopes in the distance.

Ripples Under Granite PeaksTasmania

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

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

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

Warm light on the facades of an Amalfi Coast hillside village at dawn, the calm sea below in cool pale tones. December 2024.

Mountain Village at First LightAmalfi Coast

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

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

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

Morning Light on the Sea StackLazovsky Reserve

Long-exposure 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

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

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

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

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

Settlement Beneath a Shelf CloudAmalfi Coast

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Angular Slabs Toward the HorizonCentral Coast

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

Birch on the Winter RidgePrimorsky Krai

A 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 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

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

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

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

Gondola Past the Gothic FacadesVenice

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

Multiple layers of haze-blue mountain ridges recede toward a distant bay below Kamenistyaya Mountain, Primorsky Krai, under a pale cloud-streaked sky.

Ridges Over the BayPrimorsky Krai

A bright morning sun sits low over dark rippled water at Tachingouza Bay, with textured clouds to one side against the haze.

Low Sun Over Dark WaterLazovsky Reserve

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

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

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

Ornate terracotta rooftops and stone facades along a Venice canal waterfront catch warm afternoon light beneath a pale winter sky with scattered clouds.

Terracotta Roofline at SunsetVenice

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

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

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

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

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

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

Gondoliers navigate a Venice canal at sunset, amber light on brick facades contrasting with cool blue water below a tower with a golden sphere.

Oarsmen at the Tower SphereVenice

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Through the Stone ArcadeVenice

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

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

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

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

Weathered marble statue on a balustrade against deep blue sky, a security camera mounted on the wall below.

Marble Figure Against Winter SkyVenice

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

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 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

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

A vintage lamppost stands silhouetted against the low winter sun over the Burano waterfront, with warm light reflected in the water below.

Lamppost at Last LightItaly

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

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

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

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

Silhouetted rowers power a long vessel across still water as the sky shifts from deep blue to peach at sunset near Burano.

Long Boat at SunsetItaly

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Turquoise Surf Under CumulusSouth Coast

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

Wet Stone Beneath the Clearing SkyEast Coast Tasmania

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

Smooth granite boulders at the water's edge at Coles Bay, Tasmania, the bay reflecting orange light from the morning sky above dark cloud.

Morning at Coles BayEast Coast Tasmania

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

Cloud Bank Above the HeadlandSouth Coast

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Wet granite boulders catch the warm glow of the setting sun at Coles Bay as gentle surf reflects in the wide-angle foreground.

Wet Stone in the Last LightEast Coast Tasmania

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

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

Rocky Shore at SunsetEast Coast Tasmania

Algae-covered 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

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

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

A single seabird soars between vertical columnar cliffs at Cape Pillar, Tasman Peninsula, below a sky of warm light and heavy cloud, April 2022.

Lone Seabird Over the ColumnsTasman Peninsula

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

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

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

Noon Light on Stanley BeachTasmania