Near the ocean’s shore, wind and water create ephemeral works of art
Ebbs and flows peel away the earth’s surface to reveal its hidden brilliance
Near the ocean’s shore, anxious visitors watch the ominous clouds of an incoming storm
Tourists traverse underwater tunnels, avoiding the downpour outside
Near the ocean’s shore, the weather clears and pounding waves continue to carve out coves, inlets, and bays
Another powerful storm moves in, and a fleeting rainbow shines as a symbol of hope on the path ahead
Lens-Artists Photo Challenge (LAPC) – Water in Motion
Lens-Artists Photo Challenge (LAPC) – People Here, There, & Everywhere
What magnificent photographs and beautiful poetry to illustrate these wonders of nature!!
Thank you! Very dramatic weather over there.
Those sand arcs look so mesmerizingly wonderful. The sky before the storm looks quite menacing but majestic nonetheless.
Thank you very much for sharing these with my challenge 🙂
Thanks, Hammad! The weather can change really fast along the coast and the skies are always interesting.
Great choices for your challenge response! We were in Oregon twice in the last few years, and we now know we missed out on seeing that unique aquarium.
None the less, Oregon is a beautiful state, and you’ve shown some great examples for this week’s challenge.
Thanks, John! I hadn’t been to that aquarium since around 1997 and it’s really different now. A nice facility!
A fun challenge combination Siobhan! Your water images are terrific. I loved the effect in the sand in your opener; have never seen anything like that here. I think the underwater tunnel would make me a bit claustrophobic but it looks really fun.
Thanks, Tina! The curves in the sand were unique. I realized that I don’t have many pictures of people. On our trip to the coast a few days ago, there were LOTS of people because it was spring break. The underwater tunnel may be less crowded at other times of the year. I hope to visit it again some day. 🙂
Siobhan, you picked such beautiful selections. My favorite was the opening photo. The combination of an intriguing foreground and the ocean in the background is a winner. The Rocky Creek State Scenic Viewpoint is another powerful image.
Thanks, Egidio! Yes, those simple curves in the sand were very eye catching.
You’ve really captured the changeable weather by the coast, both in words and photos!
Thanks, Sarah! Never a dull moment with the weather there. 🙂
I’m too mesmerised with the sand arcs on the first photo. Never seen anything like it. Great post, Siobhan!
Thanks, Sofia! Yes, the arcs were definitely mesmerizing. 😀
If you want the rainbow, you gotta take the rain. But I have to say, I would enjoy a walk through that aquarium too. The Oregon Coast certainly has bragging rights when it comes to beautiful beaches, and you did a great job at bringing it to light, Siobhan.
I absolutely love your feature photo and that view from the Resort. Who needs to leave? Nicely done.
Thanks, Donna! Yes, there was plenty of rain that day. We didn’t get to walk the beaches as much as planned. The unique sand arcs were a special sight.
The aquarium is pretty big. I’ll have to go back when it’s less crowded. Lots to see! 🙂
These are beautiful, loved the underwater tunnel. Having taken a tour of Oregon beaches the certainly appeal to me, So beautiful
Thanks, Ritva! It’s a beautiful place, inside and out.
Great photos. I love the arcs in the sand. 👏
Thank you, John!
Loved your opener immediately – so mezmerising. I think you are the first one using the aquaium tunnel – clever!
Thanks, Ann-Christine! Yes, those arcs in sand were eye-catching. The tunnel at the aquarium was so cool. 🙂
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Great choices for this challenge. I liked the aquarium shot.
Thank you, Anne! I’ve always wanted to go through one of those underwater tunnels.
They also have one in San Francisco.
Cool! I’ll have to check it out one day. 🙂
Those underwater tunnels are really cool – my preferred way to get close to those creatures from the deep ha. We are heading home from the Gulf Coast now and I am already missing the wind and waves – such power and artistry in one setting.
Yes, those tunnels are a beautiful, and safe, way to see all those critters. Hope you had a great trip to the Gulf Coast!
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Wow! Gorgeous! All of it!
Thanks, Bonnie Rae! 😁
Wow this makes me want to visit Oregon!
Thanks! It has a beautiful shoreline that’s easily accessible (and very popular).