Silver Winner

Horizon Aflame: The Setting Sun of Santa Monica

Photographer

Matt Dusig

Category

Fine Art Photography - Golden Hour

Company

Matt Dusig Fine Art Photography, LLC

Submission Group

Professional

Year

2024

Country / Region

United States

As the sun dips towards the horizon, the sky above Santa Monica beach is set ablaze with vibrant shades of orange and red, casting a silhouette of the iconic lifeguard tower. A single figure stands atop the wooden platform, perhaps reflecting on the day or simply basking in the tranquility of the evening. The sun, a fiery orb, takes center stage in this natural spectacle, while a bird glides effortlessly above the gentle waves, adding a sense of freedom to the scene. This moment, where day gives way to night, is a daily masterpiece, a reminder of nature's effortless beauty that graces the shores of Santa Monica.

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Category

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Category

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