There was a single seagull sitting on top the sea stack enjoying the sunset. The view must have been mesmerizing enough that it stood still for the entire 20 second long exposure.
I found this location hard to photograph partly because I was slithering over wet slippery rocks with a heavy camera backpack. Also being new to an ultrawide angle lens in 2013, it was hard to find a good composition in the quickly dwindling light.
Driving up on Hwy-1 back in 2013, the marine layer had been thick all day and this was my third attempt to visit McWay Falls for a sunset and Milky Way shot. As I snuggled down in the car seat trying to get comfortable and catch some zees prior to the late night shoot, things did not look too promising as there were still thick clouds preventing the stars from peeking down. The alarm went off and I reluctantly peaked out almost hoping that the clouds were still there so I could continue my slumber. But by golly, the stars were shining brightly and it was time get out and get busy. It turned out to be a memorable night and I can't wait to get back there again.
