The Lone Cypress by Elizabeth Brown

Perched defiantly atop a rocky outcrop above the Pacific Ocean, the Lone Cypress stands as a testament to nature's resilience. Elizabeth Brown captures this 250-year-old Monterey Cypress, a species now threatened and restricted to this singular peninsula. By utilizing natural light, the photographer emphasizes the tree’s weathered silhouette against the vast, shifting coastal backdrop. This image is award-worthy for its masterful composition and its ability to elevate a globally recognized landmark into a poignant study of environmental fragility, highlighting the delicate balance between the ancient tree and the relentless ocean currents that define its historic home.

The Lone Cypress by Elizabeth Brown
Canon EOS REBEL T2i | Exposure 1/80sec @ f/9 | ISO 100 | Focal Length 18mm
Light & Composition Photo of the Day

Elizabeth Brown

REGISTERED PHOTOGRAPHER

Based in Safety Harbor, Florida, Elizabeth Brown is a dedicated fine art photographer with a profound passion for coastal landscapes, wildlife, and avian subjects. Her creative process relies exclusively on natural light to reveal the authentic essence of her subjects, a technique honed since she first picked up her father’s SLR camera at age twelve. Today, her work is featured in numerous private collections and industry publications, reflecting a career defined by a deep, enduring connection to the natural world and a commitment to capturing its quiet beauty.

14.3/20
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420/500
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Award Reach | Reviews
17,428 views | 2 Reviews
Award Winner Photo of the Day
Award Date May 17, 2011
Value 12.0
Clarity 12.0
Composition 15.0
Style 13.0
Skill 12.0
Photograph Location
California, The United States

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Social Shares
5.0/5 points
1,500/1,000 Social Share
Page Views
5.0/5 points
17,428/2,500 Page View
Reviews
0.1/5 points
2/100 Review
Submissions
4.2/5 points
420/500 Submission
Jury Score: 64.0/80
Resonance Score: 14.3/20
Total Award Score: 78.3/100

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2 replies
  1. Connie Capps says:

    Nice! I actually just photographed the 17 mile drive the first part of April! It is truly beautiful.

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