Overcast

519 overcast photographs from across the portfolio, shot between 2006 and 2025.

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

Marble Theater Toward the SkylineAthens

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

Rocky Shore at Last LightTasmania

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

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

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

Glassy Shore at PredawnQueensland

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

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

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

New Growth in Cracked BarkLazovsky Reserve

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

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

Sea Foam Against Dark RocksNew South Wales

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

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

Silhouetted Trees at MorningTasmania

Sunbeams cutting through a heavy grey cloudbank over Byron Bay, two bird silhouettes against the sky with light reflections on the ocean surface below.

Sunbeams Through Storm CloudsNew South Wales

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

Cove at Dawn, ForsterNew South Wales

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

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

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

Valley Bend at Golden HourPrimorsky Krai

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

Camp on the Autumn RiverbankPrimorsky Krai

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

Gnarled Branches Over the SeaFar East Marine Reserve

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

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

Diagonal Stone in Storm LightNew South Wales

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

Crepuscular Rays at DawnQueensland

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

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

Dune Grass Before the StormHasan

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

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

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

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

Foam Over Mossy RockQueensland

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

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

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

Banded Ridge to the SnowfieldAustralia

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

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

Mossy Log in Storm LightPrimorsky Krai

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

Boulders in the Coastal HazeLazovsky Reserve

A 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

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

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

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

Rock Formation at DawnNew South Wales

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

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

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

Tide Pools at Dawn, BermaguiNew South Wales

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

God Rays Above QueenstownCanterbury

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

Cloud Break Over the RiverPrimorsky Krai

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 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 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

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

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

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

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

Morning on the SteklyanukhaShkotovsky District

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

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 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

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

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

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

Warm Light on the Far RidgePrimorsky Krai

A 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

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

Boulders in Still WaterFar East Marine Reserve

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

Rock Pool Under Breaking CloudNew South Wales

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

Sandstone Gorge Below the CloudsBlue Mountains

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 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

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

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

Pink Shore at Low TideNew South Wales

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

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

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

Whitewater Below the Forest SlopePrimorsky Krai

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

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

Dried Stalks at the Forest EdgePrimorsky Krai

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

Bare Trunks on the Icy BankPrimorsky Krai

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Sea Cliffs at Purple DuskFar East Marine Reserve

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

Reeds Under April SnowPrimorsky Krai

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

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

Sea Stacks at Vityaz BayFar East Marine Reserve

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

A tall sea stack rises from the pebble shore at Dalnegorsk, with steep vegetated cliffs and rolling hills receding under a cloudy sky.

Sea Stack, DalnegorskPrimorsky Krai

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

Rock Pillars Against the DawnPrimorsky Krai

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

Shore at First LightMalaysia

A historic battleship moored alongside an ornate blue building on the Neva embankment in St Petersburg, storm clouds gathering overhead.

Storm Over the Palace QuayRussia

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

Painted Trunks in Morning MistPrimorsky Krai

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

Posts Before the MountainIndonesia

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

Caryatid Porch Under Winter CloudAthens

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

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

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

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

Blue Hour on Wet SandQueensland

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

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

Textured granite boulders at Petrova Island with a dark headland and storm clouds overhead, diffuse light unifying stone and sea.

Granite Shore Before the StormLazovsky Reserve

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

Driftwood Shore in Overcast LightLazovsky Reserve

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

Rock Pools at Dusk, Coffs HarborNew South Wales

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

Granite peninsula extending into calm water at Bay of Fires, silhouetted trees against a streaked morning sky.

Peninsula Under Streaked SkyEast Coast Tasmania

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

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

Rock Shelf in the MistNew South Wales

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

Long Shadows on the SnowfieldSnowy Mountains

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

Glossy Rocks at DaybreakQueensland

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

Misty Bend, Iman RiverPrimorsky Krai

Calm river reflecting a moody morning sky, dense autumn forest on the left bank, driftwood on the near shore, Primorsky Krai, October 2019.

Moody Morning at the Forest RiverPrimorsky Krai

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

Pines at the Cliff EdgeFar East Marine Reserve

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

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

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

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

Pale Shore at DawnNew South Wales

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

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

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

Wet Rock in Low Winter LightNew South Wales

Bare branches and rust-colored grasses stand against distant snow-capped peaks dissolving into blue haze, Chuguyevsky District, Primorsky Krai.

Blue Haze Below the Snow LineChuguyevsky District

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

Jagged Reef Before the StormQueensland

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

Mossy Boulders at SunriseNew South Wales

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

Red Vessel Before the Opera HouseNew South Wales

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

Pasture and Boulders Below the AlpsAustralia

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

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

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

Forested Headland in Soft LightLazovsky Reserve

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

Gate Beneath the Maple ArchBlue Mountains

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

Storm Flash on the BayNew South Wales

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

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

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

Wave Wash on the ReefNew South Wales

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

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

Headland at Cloud BreakNew South Wales

A 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

Red berry clusters border the left foreground of a calm Primorsky Krai river scene, with fallen timber midstream and forest on the far bank.

Red Berries at the River BendPrimorsky Krai

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

Reed Beds at SunsetPrimorsky Krai

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

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

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

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

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

Swirling Water at Morning TideNew South Wales

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

New Shoots at the Fallen LogPrimorsky Krai

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

Dusk on Coastal RocksPrimorsky Krai

A 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

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

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

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

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

Hillside Reflected on the Gravel BankPrimorsky Krai

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

Two Butterflies on a TwigPrimorsky Krai

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

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

Cracked Shelf in Still WaterNew South Wales

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

Ruins on the Acropolis PlateauAthens

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

Windswept Tree on the BankEast Coast Tasmania

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

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

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

Slate Clouds Above the GraniteQueensland

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

Layered Shore with Distant IslandNew South Wales

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

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

Pink wild roses and green foliage fill the foreground of a coastal scene at Tachingouza Bay, with a solitary forested hill rising from the sea.

Wild Roses Above the BayLazovsky Reserve

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

Blue Hour at the Rocky ShoreNew South Wales

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

Spray Against the LedgeCentral 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

Long-exposure waves at Byron Bay, with a heavily backlit cloud layer showing orange and pink highlights above the dark ocean surface. Winter dawn.

Backlit Swell at DawnNew South Wales

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

Barnacled Jetty at SunriseNew South Wales

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

Wind-Rippled Snow With Long ShadowsSnowy Mountains

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

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

Forested Slopes into HazePrimorsky Krai

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

Shallow River Past Reed BanksPrimorsky Krai

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

Heavy Cloud Over the HeadlandFar East Marine Reserve

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

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

Coastal Rocks in Storm LightNew South Wales

Dark 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

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

Shore Below the Sunlit HillsNew South Wales

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

Wave Over Coastal RockHasan

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

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

Gold Above the Storm HorizonNew South Wales

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

October on the UssuriChuguyevsky District

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

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

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

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

Dark Outcrops on the Spring SlopeAustralia

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

Morning Light on a Rocky CoveFar East Marine Reserve

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

Stone Bank Before the ForestPrimorsky Krai

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 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Wave Plume off the CliffNew South Wales

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

Alpine Slopes Above Blue ShadowCentral Otago

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

Dead Tree at Dusk, BikinPrimorsky Krai

A wide Lefu River wetland at golden hour, green reeds giving way to golden grasses, billowing clouds reflected in calm water, September 2010.

Wetland at Golden HourPrimorsky 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

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

Campfire Bay at SunrisePrimorsky Krai

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

Fluted Columns Against Winter SkyAthens

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

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

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

Storm Break at DawnSouth Coast

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

Curved Beach Before SunriseQueensland

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

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

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

Granite Shore Under Grey SkyLazovsky Reserve

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

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

Warm Horizon Over Rock PlatformsNew South Wales

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

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

Motion-blurred waves at Byron Bay below a storm cloud bank illuminated in orange and pink tones, winter dawn over the New South Wales coast.

Long Exposure at First LightNew 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

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

Sunbreak on the Rocky SlopeSnowy Mountains

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

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

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

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

Turquoise Shallows at MiddayFar East Marine Reserve

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

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

Cargo Ship Under CumulusQueensland

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

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

Golden Light Across Wet SandHasan

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

Sea Stack Beneath the ArcNew South Wales

A 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

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

Basalt Cove at DawnQueensland

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

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

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

Mountain Haze, PunakaikiAustralia

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

Black Shaman WaterfallTerneysky District

Calm water on the Bikin River at dusk reflects pink and purple clouds, a silhouetted forest on the horizon and a pebbly bank at right.

Dusk Clouds Over the BikinPrimorsky Krai

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

Twin Monoliths, Tachingouza BayLazovsky Reserve

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

Stone Fragments Toward the MountainAthens

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

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

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

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

Pandanus Trees at the ShoreQueensland

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

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

Storm Cove at SunriseSouth Coast

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

Layered Clouds Over Shallow WaterLazovsky Reserve

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

Headland Over Sandy ShoreLazovsky Reserve

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

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

Storm Light at DawnCentral 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

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

Spray Against the HeadlandNew South Wales

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

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

Ground Blizzard on Alpine SlopesSnowy Mountains

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

Columns at the TidelineQueensland

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

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

Stones in the River CurrentPrimorsky Krai

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

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

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

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

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

Kelp Mound on the ShoreHasan

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

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

Mist Plume in Storm SkyNew South Wales

Frost-dusted reeds line the edge of a calm river at a bend, with bare trees lit by morning sun on the far bank.

Frosted Reeds at the River BendChuguyevsky District

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

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

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

Moss Shore at DawnSouth Coast

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

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

Moody Shore at PredawnQueensland

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

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

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

Cliff Above the Open SeaLazovsky Reserve

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

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

Town Lights Across the Milky ShoreNew South Wales

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

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

Mountain Over a Misty ShoreEast Coast Tasmania

A breaking wave lit by amber light from a storm cloud gap at dawn, Byron Bay coast, NSW.

Wave in a Winter SquallNew 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

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

Shadows Across Alpine SlopesSnowy Mountains

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

Pandanus at the Pebble ShoreQueensland

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

Driftwood at the River BendPrimorsky Krai

A 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

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

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

Sandy Bay, Coffs HarborNew South Wales

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

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

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

Church Below the Limestone CliffsAthens

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

Cloud Break Above the ShoreEast Coast Tasmania

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

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

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

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

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

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

Mossy Boulders Before the StormLazovsky Reserve

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

Granite Flats Under Heavy CloudLazovsky Reserve

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

Pink Sky Over Wet SandNew South Wales

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

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

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

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

Headland Cliffs Above Turquoise WaterNew South Wales

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

Wind-Sculpted Snowfield, Perisher ValleySnowy Mountains

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

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

Pale Fog on Fallen LogsPrimorsky Krai

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

Spotted Seal on Mossy RockFar East Marine Reserve

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

Reclining on the Grassy SlopeNew South Wales

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

Coastal Cliffs of SantoriniSantorini

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

Granite Across the BayTasmania

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

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

Fractured Shelf at Low WaterSouth Coast

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

Dark Shore Before SunriseNew South Wales

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

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

Jagged Shore Beneath the HeadlandSouth Coast

A dark rocky overhang at Petrova Island with rolling green hills lit by low-angle sunlight visible beyond the calm water.

Coastal Hills in Low-Angle LightLazovsky Reserve

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

Sandy Spits at DuskLazovsky Reserve

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

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

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

Telephoto view of breaking waves and backlit sea spray against a dark sky at dawn on the Byron Bay coast, New South Wales.

Spray in the Storm LightNew 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

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

Dead Trees in Deep SnowSnowy Mountains

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

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

Cool Mist at the ShallowsPrimorsky Krai

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

Fallen Logs Below Streaked CloudsPrimorsky Krai

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

Resting Seal on Algae RockFar East Marine Reserve

A 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

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

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

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

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

Storm Over the Grassy HeadlandNew South Wales

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

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

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

Purple Wildflowers on the CoastLazovsky Reserve

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

Amber Clouds Above the HeadlandLazovsky Reserve

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

Rock Pool at DuskNew South Wales

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

Rock Strata at the Bay's EdgeCentral Coast

White ribbons of water fall down a sheer grey cliff above a dense forested shoreline with dark rippling water, Tasmania, April 2022.

Waterfalls on the Cliff FaceTasmania

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

Wet Sand Below the HeadlandNew South Wales

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

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

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

Low Tide on a Curved ShoreQueensland

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

Stream Through Mossy BanksPrimorsky Krai

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

Natural Arch at Gamov CapeFar East Marine Reserve

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

Terraced Cliffs Above Dark WaterSantorini

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

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

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

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

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

First Light Over the Wide BeachNew South Wales

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

Arch in Silhouette at DawnSouth Coast

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

Sandy Track to the Rock FaceLazovsky Reserve

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

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

Water Over Dark RocksNew South Wales

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

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

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

Backlit Crest in Morning HazeNew South Wales

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

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

Rime Ice on Skeletal BranchesSnowy Mountains

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

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

Driftwood at the Foggy ShorePrimorsky Krai

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

October Hills at Valley's EndPrimorsky Krai

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

Barren Slopes in Winter CloudSantorini

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

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

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

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

Basalt Shore Under Storm CloudQueensland

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 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

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

Tangled Branches Above the ShoreLazovsky Reserve

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

Breaking Waves at SunsetLazovsky Reserve

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

Moss Shore at DuskNew South Wales

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

Boathouse at Cradle MountainTasmania

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

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

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

Crystalline Ice on Dark BarkSnowy Mountains

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

Sunbeams Over Silhouetted HeadlandsSantorini

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

Cloud Break Over the SummitEast Coast Tasmania

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

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

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

Pale Surf Over Jagged StoneQueensland

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Peaks Above Still WaterTasmania

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

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

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

Cliffside in Afternoon BacklightSantorini

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

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

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

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

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

Kangaroo Above Coffs HarborNew South Wales

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

Surge Beneath the Rock ArchSouth Coast

A 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

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

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

Turbulent Shore in Storm LightNew South Wales

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 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

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

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

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

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 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 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

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

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

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

Boulders at Tachingouza BayLazovsky Reserve

Warm 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

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

Iron Rock Under Breaking WavesCentral Coast

A 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

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

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

Driftwood on the Morning ShoreEast Coast Tasmania

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

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

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

Sandstone Ledge Under StormNew South Wales

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

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

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

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

Morning Light over the RocksLazovsky Reserve

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

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

White Terraces at SunriseSantorini

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

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

Sunrise Through Heavy CloudSouth Coast

A 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

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

Rock Pools at SunriseNew South Wales

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

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

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

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

Pebble Cove at DawnLazovsky Reserve

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

Agave Pots Above the SeaSantorini

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

Twin Peaks Over Flat WaterEast Coast Tasmania

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

Wave Against the Rock PillarSouth Coast

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

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

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

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

Blue Domes at SunsetSantorini

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

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

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

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

Warm Break Over the CoveQueensland

Deep red ivy on ochre facades above terracotta rooftops in Rome, with ancient stone columns visible in the background, December 2024.

Ivy Over the Ochre RooftopsRome

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

Lichen Shore Below the MountainEast Coast Tasmania

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

Sunburst at the Shore PoolSouth Coast

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

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

Curved Beach Below the CliffNew South Wales

Sunlit upper walls of the Colosseum in Rome at golden hour, with the arena floor in deep shadow below, December 2024.

Arena Walls in Winter LightRome

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

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

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

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

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

Pale Rainbow Above the RuinsRome

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

Headland in Storm LightSouth Coast

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

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

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

Rainbow Over the Roman ArenaRome

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

Wide Ocean Beyond the Rocky ShelfEast Coast Tasmania

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

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

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

Upper stone wall of the Colosseum in Rome at winter golden hour, a rainbow arcing through storm cloud above the open arena.

Spectral Arc Above Mossy StoneRome

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

Coles Bay Below the MountainsEast Coast Tasmania

A 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

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

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

Marble angel with cross on the Ponte Sant'Angelo in Rome, a seagull perched on the wing's edge before the fortress walls.

Seagull on the Angel's WingRome

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

Rock Pool at the HeadlandEast Coast Tasmania

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

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

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

St. Peter's Basilica dome from below in Rome, oxidized copper ribs and stone statues against a winter morning sky.

Copper Dome Against December CloudsRome

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

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

Divided Sky at Summer DawnSouth Coast

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

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

Bay Beneath the StormQueensland

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

Terracotta Rooftops Below the DomeRome

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

Boulders Under a Streaked SkyEast Coast Tasmania

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

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

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

Figure on the HeadlandNew South Wales

Pale stone arches of the Colosseum rise under a slate-grey sky, framed by Italian pines, with construction barriers visible at the base.

Colosseum Under Grey SkyRome

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

Pool Beneath the Evening PeaksEast Coast Tasmania

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

Storm Spray at DawnSouth Coast

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

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

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

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

Sunbeams Through Storm CloudsSouth Coast

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

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

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

Ribbons of Water at SunsetTasmania

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

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

Yellow House at the Cliff EdgeAmalfi Coast

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

Cliffs in Mist at Cape PillarTasman Peninsula

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

Through the Sandstone ArchSouth Coast

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

Cobblestone Path Toward the HorizonAmalfi Coast

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

Layered Cliffs Above Turquoise WaterTasman Peninsula

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

Amber Light in the CaveSouth Coast

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

Limestone Face Over the Pastel TownAmalfi Coast

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

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

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

Weathered Boats on the Dark ShoreAmalfi Coast

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

Columns Above the TasmanTasman Peninsula

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

Fishing Nets on the Stone QuayAmalfi Coast

Deep-fissured basalt pillars in soft backlight above crashing white surf at the base of Cape Pillar's sea cliffs, April 2022.

Backlit Pillars in Sea SprayTasman Peninsula

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

Church Dome Above the Harbor PierAmalfi Coast

Hexagonal basalt columns rise from breaking surf at Cape Pillar, with patches of green vegetation clinging to the upper ledges, April 2022.

Hexagonal Wall at the WaterlineTasman Peninsula

A steep limestone cliff rises from calm water, topped with white villas and stone arches, umbrella pines on the crest and misty mountains beyond.

White Villas on the Misty CliffAmalfi Coast

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

Pale Ledges on Dark RockTasman Peninsula

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

Scale at Cape PillarTasman Peninsula

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

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

Granite Boulders Before the EstuaryTasmania

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

Stone Fortification Below Misty PeaksAmalfi Coast

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

Outcrop Toward the Misty CityTasmania

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

Layered Mountains Over the RooftopsAmalfi Coast

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

Crescent Moon Over the PierVenice

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

Ridges Into Autumn HazeTasmania

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

Gondolas at Dawn, VeniceVenice