California

A 200-year-old sturdy, lone cypress tree stands on Pebble Beach.  I waited for both weather and time to come together to create a view that captured what has become the symbol of Pebble Beach.  A steady downpour of rain slowed me down, but once the rain passed and the sky cleared, everything came together to make this shot happen.  I had to work quickly, as all but a few minutes of light were left in the day.  The sun’s brilliant post storm color wrapped the tree in incredible tones.  The waves crashed constantly on the shore to provide an element of drama.  Amazing blue tones bestowed light from the approaching nightfall.  In all of this, the cypress tree stands tall, sturdy and solid, undeterred by weather, time and water.