I spent the afternoon and evening in Santa Cruz with friends from the photography club. Someone lamented the lack of a clear, blue sky, but I was happy to have the broken clouds that added drama and interest to the late afternoon sky, and bode well for a spectacular sunset. A stroll around the harbor brought back memories of a sail from San Francisco to Carmel that included two nights tied up at the Santa Cruz visitor's dock and a crab fest in the back of the boat. That was 35+ years ago.
An hour before sunset I moseyed down the beach looking for a composition that would include the sunset and the Walton Lighthouse. As I looked around, the slowly sinking sun painted the sky pink, and I was delighted to see not only the color reflected in the shallow water, but also the lighthouse.
And then the big show began. Most people think that when the sun drops out of sight, the show is over, but when there is a break in the clouds just above the horizon, the light that shines back up can be spectacular, as it was on this night.
The lights from the Boardwalk roller coaster sparkle in the lower left corner. The masts are from the Hobi Cats parked on the beach.
The last photo of the night.
More photos from this trip to Santa Cruz are on my Flickr Page:
Another great set here, featuring great work. Always a pleasure to go out and shoot with you - your skill & enthusiasm always inspires me and makes it fun to be out there with you. From a great, large club to a small group out shooting, you are essential! Cheers Susan!
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