Thursday, December 20, 2012

Warm Afternoon Skywatch

I'm posting a photo from Oct. of this year, when the S. CA weather was a little warmer (ya, I know, it never really gets that cold here) and the beaches had a little more activity. Really thinking of those of you in colder climes... especially if you're in an area where you don't seen the sun very often in the winter... hoping you enjoy this photo. Click on it to view large for the full effect!!

 This looks like a street scene, but it's not. These folks are walking on the Huntington Beach Pier at sunset. I love the activity of the people and the bird, and the yellow / orange sunset glow. I cropped the original image in a way that makes it hard to tell this is a pier.  Here's the original:

 Linking to Skywatch Friday. Click on the link to check out great skies from around the world!  Not sure how much posting I'll have time for with the holidays upon us, so wishing you and your loved ones HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!
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33 comments:

  1. TexWisGirlDecember 20, 2012 at 4:59 PM

    beautiful scene!

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  2. AnonymousDecember 20, 2012 at 5:22 PM

    Nice of you to send a little "Warm" out to the world for the holiday!

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  3. DrillerAADecember 20, 2012 at 6:24 PM

    Very nicely captured. Thank you for stopping by Driller's Place. Merry Christmas to you and yours.

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  4. KusumDecember 20, 2012 at 6:29 PM

    Lovely images.

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  5. The Write GirlDecember 20, 2012 at 7:02 PM

    What a beautiful, rich scene at the pier. Thanks for sharing!

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  6. Sylvia KDecember 20, 2012 at 7:09 PM

    These are fantastic captures and WOW what a way to end the day -- any day! I love how the people look like little stick figures! Marvelous composition! Hope you have a wonderful and very Merry Christmas!!

    Sylvia

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  7. AnonymousDecember 20, 2012 at 9:20 PM

    What fabulously rich colours! Gorgeous.

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  8. DianneDecember 20, 2012 at 10:19 PM

    Beautiful shades of orange and sea-blues ... I love the figures silhuetted on the pier.

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  9. UnknownDecember 20, 2012 at 10:41 PM

    absolutely beautiful photos. the pier makes a dramatic foreground.

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  10. eileeninmdDecember 21, 2012 at 1:10 AM

    Great capture and a beautiful scene! Love it! Happy Skywatching!

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  11. From The HeartDecember 21, 2012 at 3:31 AM

    Beautiful scenes. You capture some amazing shots! Merry Christmas to you and yours.

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  12. s.cDecember 21, 2012 at 3:53 AM

    Great silhouette shots. Love them.

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  13. AnonymousDecember 21, 2012 at 5:19 AM

    What a great shot!! I love both versions...and they each tell a different story when viewed separately.

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  14. NancyDecember 21, 2012 at 6:09 AM

    What a great eye you have! These are wonderful shots, even though there is no snow involved. :)

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  15. Jackie McGuinnessDecember 21, 2012 at 10:30 AM

    Oh my what a stunning shot, this is worth framing!

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  16. Photos by StanDecember 21, 2012 at 11:02 AM

    Very nice!! I prefer the uncropped version, since it offers so much more to look at and enjoy. In the cropped pic, I think the gull is a distraction, whereas it seems to fit better in the larger scene. Might be interesting to compare the cropped shot plus/minus the gull--- In any event, good catch!

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    1. Spare Parts and PicsDecember 22, 2012 at 9:38 PM

      Thanks for this comment, Stan. I think you are right... the gull grabs your eye and does distract. Didn't notice it initially.

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  17. Yogi♪♪♪December 21, 2012 at 11:25 AM

    Nice scene, I'm still cold though:)

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  18. Maurizio RiccioDecember 21, 2012 at 12:25 PM

    Great silhouettes and I love the cropping of the first one.

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  19. LOLfromPasaDecember 21, 2012 at 12:26 PM

    Wonderful. A favorite spot of mine. Thank you!

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  20. NatureFootstepDecember 21, 2012 at 12:51 PM

    cool! I can see why you like the shot. It is a great one.

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    1. SandyDecember 21, 2012 at 6:00 PM

      Great silhouettes! I like the color of the first one and love the people swimming about in the second one. Happy Holidays!! =)

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  21. Pearl MapleDecember 22, 2012 at 1:29 AM

    Great photo full of color and action
    thank you for sharing and thanks for your kind comments on my post
    Happy holidays to you and yours

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  22. Susannah AndersonDecember 22, 2012 at 2:17 AM

    Great crop!

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  23. ArtiDecember 22, 2012 at 5:28 AM

    Wonderful shot!! It has so much detail in it! I also loved the uncropped picture, wonderful color contrast in that. And we get plenty of sun here in Mumbai, India.
    Have a nice day :)

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  24. LauraDecember 22, 2012 at 5:49 AM

    beautiful compositions!!!

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  25. JudyDecember 22, 2012 at 10:04 AM

    I think the cropped version is the better of the two!! All those cranes in the background with the water just do not make it...

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  26. SandyCarlsonDecember 22, 2012 at 6:13 PM

    Your perspective is gorgeous. I love the intense, warm colors!

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  27. IreneDecember 23, 2012 at 2:04 PM

    Stunning shot! Love both versions :)

    Happy Holiday!

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  28. AnonymousDecember 25, 2012 at 1:21 PM

    Hoping you and yours have a wonderful day together to celebrate the meaning of Christmas ~ faith, family and friends.

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  29. Gail DixonDecember 25, 2012 at 6:34 PM

    Amazing shots!! Yikes. Love them both but the simplicity of the first one grabbed me right away. Merry Christmas!!

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  30. Louis la VacheDecember 26, 2012 at 6:29 PM

    What fine images!


    «Louis» thanks you for your visit to San Francisco Bay Daily Photo.

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  31. GattinaDecember 27, 2012 at 11:00 PM

    Golden skies ! beautiful, a change to the always blue skies ! The reflections are gorgeous !

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