The Surf in LA as Night Passes

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There's this moment in California when the sun hits the horizon that I am quite sure most of the natives take for granted. The gradation of sky from the burning sun to the deep blues can only be really appreciated if you swing your head around and purge your short-term memory. The effect is not dissimilar to the optical illusion of the giant full moon on some evenings, seemingly magnified by our inability to establish a frame of reference. I think something along those lines happens with color as the sun dips. You can see this from space, as the sudden band from light to dark rips around the earth -- that same viewing cone can be seen from anywhere on the surface, and it can be best noticed in places like LA, with the nearly infinite horizon.

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Patrick.Hocker says:

Beautiful capture of the waves here. And the tones are wonderful. One of my favorites of yours so far :)
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Lucy!Chian says:

beautiful shot. i really do love the gradient sky.
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Simon D101. [deleted] says:

Nice shot, I feel like I am getting sucked into the picture the longer I look at it, well done :-)
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Bob MacMillan [deleted] says:

Great shot!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

kolombianstyle says:

this is simply amazing!LOVEEEE UR STUFF!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

l.gallier says:

Your masterful work is very inspirational! Thanks for inspiring so many like me.

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Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Scoutress says:

Thanks, for sharing this one. You have captured the sky's transition perfectly and the surf seems upon me!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Stuck in Customs says:

Great! Thanks -- I am happy you guys like it as much as I do!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

San Diego Shooter says:

wow i clicked off this photo for a second and there were 6 more comments.....your HDR landscapes inspire me!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Rahil. says:

simply superb
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Aerangis says:

Great commentary and image.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Extra Medium says:

I typically miss that moment every time out here because I've got my mouth face-deep in a burrito. But I know exactly what you're thinking about. And that's why I pay the big $$$ to live out here. Then again, I do wish we had Texas housing prices so we could afford to... well, do anything.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

~ Aaron Reed ~ says:

This is a very nice image. You horizon is crooked, but other than that it is great! Leads your eye into the image well.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

mbshane says:

Ah, I really like it. Lovely tones, not overdone at all.

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Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

C-HAD says:

The water movement is great! wonderful capture!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Alex Montandon says:

Nice shot. I love how the water really seems dynamic!

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Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Atanu De says:

amazing..
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

rapis60 says:

great shot!!!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

CMVA80 says:

I am loving the action in the water here my friend!!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

☜Angel☞ says:

Beautiful :)
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

SheldonBranford says:

One of the most unique piers in the LA area --- and one of my favorites. You've captured the essence of the setting sun perfectly.

I've shot it at sunrise, but never at sunset. I have to get down there this winter. Thanks for the reminder.

Love the water rushing back from the beach to the sea.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

garryloke says:

Wonderful !!!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

bikashdas says:

Fabulous Frame
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

CreamySweetie ♥ ♥ says:

I love the water in the pic.....sooooo smooth~~~~~~~~
Awesome~~!!!^____________^
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

blakelipthratt says:

coooolio

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neilalderney123 says:

Interesting shot Trey.

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î-löömîn Images says:

Fantastic image. Love the water blur.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Olegna.NET says:

amazing!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Song of Stone says:

Great capture.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Dave Zombie says:

Excellent!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

alana says:

Great shot!

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StafbulCZ says:

Beautiful shot!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

The Lost American In America says:

Amazing!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

mischiru says:

Love the difference shades of blue. The silhouettes of the people on the pier are a big bonus!
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jeff-e says:

great shot my friend!!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

. : : R | S Photography : : . says:

amazing photo!!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

the-earth-colors says:

i like this!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

aloha_plumeria says:

Tempting, Trey... tempting to run right into the water...
Seriously, the gradient in the sky is just amazing... never seen it in such a clarity and in combination with the blue tones of the water... great!!!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

octavuss says:

Wow!! This is awesome!! It's a HDR made out of 1 RAW shot or three?
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Tee To Be says:

I live close to the most eastern coast of Australia and we get this amazing light too...I really enjoy it and wonder if everyone else is enjoying it or even takes any notice of it!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

castevens12 says:

I like the movement in this -- another great shot.

But if you don't fulfill my D3x temptation soon, I'm gonna burst
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

rezariantono says:

so pretty, very dramatic
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Fraggle Red says:

And I thought the pier shot I posted looks good. This is Fantastic, Trey! Wow!

Top Photography Group /Strictly by invitation
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Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Cheryl Lynn (sunnysideup79) says:

This is gorgeous - the colors of the sky are wonderful and I love the waves!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

cresk says:

Hi, I'm an admin for a group called HDR Ultimate, and we'd love to have this added to the group!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Stuck in Customs says:

Thanks!

And Smashing! You are right... I fixed it.. the dock threw off my balance!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Fionn Luk says:

Beautiful capture of the waves. This is amazing.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

the pentax hammer (gary) says:

This is a great example of how HDR should be done. Beautiful natural looking color and lighting. Love the way the water looks as well as the textures in the pier. Congrats on Explore... Very well deserved!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

uncle_rich0101 says:

I saw this beautiful photo on Explore! 12-21-08

You are invited to add this wonderful photo
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Please Invite other Architectural Favorites to this Group too !
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

titter85 says:

Stuning water! Superb perspective!! Great photo Trey!!!
Merry Xmas!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

tjsoundguy says:

yet another stunning photo - thanks for posting it!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

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Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Yess says:

Wowww, what a perfect long exposure!! And I love the beautiful light!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

susan_r4 says:

Oh wow! How beautiful Trey!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

lynccah says:

Beautiful colors and I love the slow shutter speed on the waves.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

khaldoon Saleh [deleted] says:

what a nice image... this great colors... and great speed..
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Daskalakis Nikos says:

Splendid night shot with a killer nice sky!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

chrias. says:

whew! a beauty!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

R.o.b.e.r.t.o. says:

Wonderful shot!
Best wishes, ciao!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

ozoneinteractive says:

Beautiful!!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Pete@G.C says:

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We would love to have you join and share this photo with the group.
Please tag "Flickr Classique"
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

CharleneM50(computer is fixed) says:

Amazing, I love those long exposures!
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tmphillips says:

excellent!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

.Gerian says:

I don't know why but I really love this.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

blackdog2 canajadedio says:

what can I say .............there is no words.......BRAVO
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

suvrangshu ...Travelling to India/Hong Kong says:

beautiful shot...lovely lighting
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Mina Photography says:

do u know that u r the best ?
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

agedsenator says:

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*Cake says:

Wow, love that dynamic waves :)
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

peturgunnarsson says:

Great image!
Have a happy holidays
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Alejandro says:

very nice effect!! (you did it by software? or hardware?)
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

jw corley says:

I swear your writing is almost as purrty as your pictures.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

MARQUEE MOON says:

Fantastic capture!!!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Floyd's Noise/BlueChablis says:

Great shot, and yes the magic hour where it all happens!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Dynamic Aperture says:

Awesome capture! WOW

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C. Hartley Photography says:

Got a sunburn on Manhattan beach once, eons ago. Fond memory ;-) But your photo is super fantastic!! Love the water movement and light!!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

plsssnraju says:

Beautiful.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Adam Barr says:

nice colors and atmosphere.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Glenn Mendoza says:

very nice as always... one of the masters of HDR here in flickr.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

thoth037 says:

Great perspective Trey and interesting bit of info there
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

La Banane Jaune says:

I think I remember being there. They had the worst washrooms!!
Great capture!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

iamnotcool says:

Fantastic shots like these remind me of how nice it is to be an Angelino. The best beach sunsets happen here!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

heinz57sauce says:

Awesome shot. I lived in Manhattan Beach for a few years and walked out on the pier too many times to count. Your pic brings back great memories.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

¿¡david!? says:

Manhattan Beach??
Wow.
I live so close to there.
That's crazy.

This is really good by the way.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Max K. says:

Realy nice work!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Studio 970 Photography says:

Gorgeous image. These colors make me melt. PM
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

photosorcery says:

You are a pioneer in HDR stills. May you never get tired of inspiring your disciples.
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

i like this sort of the shot, it's maybe a classic one but it always perfect when you use this exposure ... So it's a perfect one :)))))))
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

MaryTClark says:

You would not believe it if I told you how I ended up looking at your beautiful photo. It's strange how often that happens in here. Nice job. I grew up on Pacific Ave. in Manhattan Beach. I consider that my pier. lol You honored it well with this photo.
Posted 5 months ago. ( permalink )

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