“hark, now hear the sailors cry,
smell the sea, and feel the sky
let your soul and spirit fly, into the mystic…”
~Van Morrison
Old Friends
Low Tide Reflections
Catch Me If You Can
“My soul is full of longing
for the secret of the sea,
and the heart of the great ocean
sends a thrilling pulse through me.”
~ Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
Bonnie, Cannon Beach
Morning Walk and Haystack Rock
Making Waves
Friends and Anemones
Haystack Rock and Fog
“In high seas or in low seas,
I’m gonna be your friend…
I’m gonna be your friend.
In high tide or in low tide,
I’ll be by your side…
I’ll be by your side.”
~Bob Marley
Beach Walkers
Driftwood
Tidal Pool
Incoming
Thank you, Cheri Lucas Rowlands for featuring two of my images this week on WordPress Discover. Much appreciated!
To be at Cannon Beach on a relatively calm day, you lucked out. One of my older friends loves to surf. He’s surfed the Mavericks and some tall waves at Sunset Beach and Banzai Pipeline on Oahu. One day, he says he would like to surf close as possible to Cannon Beach. Beautiful photos!
Sorry I missed answering you, David. I could imagine the thrill of surfing near Haystack Rock! Thanks so much for enjoying these.
I love seeing your beach pictures! I live on an island so it’s fascinating to me to see the beaches around the world!
Thanks so much, Dairilys. You must have beautiful beaches, too. What part of the world are you in? The Oregon and California coasts do have gorgeous coastlines!
Magnificent! I love beaches! And I love your pictures! Great as always…
Best regards, Heidi
Thanks so much, Heidi. This is one of the most beautiful spots on the Oregon coast. 🙂
Oh, Jane! What a gorgeous post. Your images are spectacular. A visual treat.
Thank you, Patti. This was a most memorable morning.
You took all these great pictures in one morning! I am humbled. 🙂
I was exhausted! 🙂
I bet! But that’s talent, Jane!
Thanks, Patti.
I think if I ever get to travel there, I’d stare at those Haystacks for hours. Stunning!
(and I love the cyclists on the beach!)
Hi Laurie, Yes! The haystacks are mesmerizing. And, the beaches flat and firm for cycling — you would be very happy. Thanks so much!
Just stunning Jane. What else can I say; and congrats on the WordPress Discover features. Looking forward to your BC Gallery 🙂
Hi Andrew, Thanks! Exciting on all fronts. I am inspired by the beautiful PNW. Wonderful cities and natural beauty.
Great photos Jane! Love the Bob Marley quote
Hi Michael, So glad you enjoyed these– I was happy I stumbled on that song quote to pair with my friend photos. 🙂 What a great time we had.
What a beautiful location.
Thank you, Lisa. It was a perfect early morning with good friends and nature.
You have captured some amazing beauties 🙂 Loved the colors too 🙂
Hi Joshi, Thank you. It was a fabulous morning for blue skies and reflections. And sea creatures! 🙂
The Oregon coast is so special, and you have captured it so beautifully, Jane.
Congratulations on your feature for WordPress. It is truly well-deserved.
Absolutely stunning Jane!
Thanks, Nicole. What a special place.
Super magical shots Jane, you are so talented!!!
Thanks, Patti. Happy you enjoyed and so nice to hear coming from you! 🙂
Gorgeous photos, great capture!
Thanks very much, Louise. 🙂
really breathtaking shots Jane…..GREAT eye 😜
Thanks, April. It sure helps to be in a spectacular spot…pleased you enjoyed my point of view. 🙂
Great work Jane, as always. Great location and time. I would love to shoot there too!
Hi Allan, I’m so glad my host, who is a great photographer, realized it was a super low tide. Many sea creatures and tidal pools. 🙂
These photos make me want to visit this place personally! Amazing sense of place – and colors of critters. Miss seeing you in Cali but glad I get to share this trip with you. Hugs
Hi Leslee, So sorry to miss you and Ed. I know you’re having a great time. Happy you like these Oregon coast shots– I would highly recommend a trip up to this area. Thanks!
Aren’t you awesome.
You are too kind, Don. Thanks!
Beautifully done Jane.
Thanks, Tim. Inspiring area.
You’re welcome, yes on the inspiring area.
Grace and gratitude….. I feel I am there
Lovely Cornelia, that makes my day. Thank you.
wow – brilliant shot – classical images – beautiful –
Hi Mihran, Happy you enjoyed these landscapes– thanks so much. 🙂
Such a beautiful place to just sit and watch time go by, Jane. Your beautiful photographs really capture the sense of place wonderfully!
Hi de Wets– So nice to hear from you– this is a beautiful part of the Oregon coast and the sea creatures are wonderful- you would love it. Thanks so much for stopping by and appreciating. Hope all is well in your part of the world!
Stunning photos Jane, and great to see photos like these that haven’t been over edited 🙂
Hi Andy, Thank you so much. I try to keep my post-processing natural– I am glad to hear that. 🙂
You are most welcome Jayne, I know how hard it can be sometimes to keep the editing natural looking, I know I fall foul sometimes of over editing!
When they released the Nik software for free, I thought at first it was a dream come true for everyone, but now I see so many massively over edited photos, I’m beginning to change my mind! Lol! 🙂
But then again, by far my most popular photo on Facebook, is just such a photo! Lol!
Love these photos of one of my favourite beaches 🙂 ! Thanks for sharing, Jane!
I’m so glad you’ve been there, Marcus. What a great morning exploring. Thanks so much! 🙂
Jane, what a breathtaking group of photographs. “Old Froends” in particular appeals to me – there’s something about the two men walking away and that distant arch that’s like a window, giving endless possibilities – but it’s in the mist – perfect. “Beachwalkers” has a similar feeling for me. I like “Driftwood” very much too, and of course the colorful Sea stars and their titles. And the fog and reflections – all wonderful work.
Hi Lynn, Thank you for your enthusiasm — it was a wonderful morning of friendship and photography. Pleased that you enjoyed this series.
Beautiful beaches, Jane. Congrats on your images on Discover.
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Hi Allan, Thanks so much. A good week all around. Have you been to this area?
We haven’t been there yet, but your photos have certainly put a bug in our ears to visit.
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Gorgeous images!
Thank you so much, Irene. It was an inspiring morning on the Oregon coast!
I don’t know what to add to the numorous and very well deserved praise. What wonderful images, especially the top picture. And how appropiate to start the serie with lines form my all time favorite Van Morrison song 🙂
Hi Peter, I really appreciate your thoughts and glad you like the lead VM song quote– fits the mood so well. Thanks very much.
Beautiful images Jane and congrats on “discovering”: Discover worthy images
Thank you, Abrie. Happy you like the images. Also, it is a thrill to be “Discovered”…I must admit. 🙂
Beautiful work! Those destinations look incredible.
Thanks so much, Gary. This is a special area of natural beauty.
Beautiful shots of the rocky coast. Friends and Anemones…love that.
HI Sharon, Thank you and also, I am glad you like my pun. 🙂
Another set of great images.
Thank you, Bruce. What a special place.
Another great set of images.
Love this beach Jane – you’ve captured it beautifully. The purple starfish is amazing. Never seen such a thing!!!
Ditto Tina. I googled purple sea star (suspecting some photoshop foul play 🙂 – my apologies Jane) and there is even a purple beer to make people aware of a sickness affecting sea stars
Haha, Abrie– no foul play here! 🙂
Thanks, Tina. The colorful sea life at this extreme low tide was astounding! Glad you enjoyed them.
Amazing photos.
Thanks so much, Joseph. Much appreciated!
Most welcome.
This is a beautiful post. My next thought was, “I’d pay to read this” 😊
Wow, Helen, now that’s really saying something! 😃Thanks for your kind compliment and I’m pleased you like this series.
I sometimes write the very first thought I have on seeing a post. This was one of those occasions 😊
Very sweet, Helen. 🙂
WOW gorgeous images Jane 🙂 Looks like a place I would enjoy visiting.
Hi Joe, You would go crazy with your camera. We lucked out with this extremely low tide, otherwise most of these rocks would be under water. Happy you enjoyed– thank you!
What fabulous photos! The coastline is fabulous. I especially liked the depth of perspective the individual gives in Driftwood. Well done!
Wow! Beautiful!
Thanks so much, Jane. What a special place– I could imagine what justice you would do to it with your paintbrush. Hope all is well!
I love your pictures!
Are all impressive!
Congratulations!
Thank you so much, Carlos!
Just beautiful images ….love the compositions and the colours!!
Thank you so much, Therese!
Utterly beautiful shots of this stunning coastline with perfect quotes to embellish your photos. Glorious.
Thank you, Paula. I always appreciate hearing from you. This was a perfect morning of friendship and photos.
Impressive, the dream of all landscape photographer, a strong greeting and to enjoy …
Thank you so much, Pepe. How nice and yes, a true dream to experience. Hope all is well with you.
If your images were food – they would taste delicious!
I love your comment, Michael. Thank you! 🍴😃
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Thanks for sharing. Glad you enjoyed these images.
You are welcome!
Beautiful beach and what a great set of colors you’ve captured there. Lovely!
Thanks, Lepis. The rocky coast in Oregon is magical.
I love the blue tones you have captured in the beach pictures.
Thank you, Amy. The colors were amazing that morning. Glad you like them.
🙂 Lovely pictures!
And I love that you actually found starfish. Is it actually orange or did you play with the colors?
Have a HAPPY day 🙂
Hi Happy– Thanks! No, they are bright orange and the others dark purple– quite astoundingly beautiful. I am happy you like them! 🙂
🙂 Wow. I never knew that starfish come in such beautiful colors. Thanks for answering my question!
A very HAPPY day to you 🙂
Dear Jane, Your photos are spectacular. I’m going to share your post so family can enjoy. Love, Bonnie
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Hi Bonnie, How wonderful that we shared this morning together. Thank you for realizing that it was a super low tide that day– what a gift. I am thrilled for you in your new home.
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Beautiful photos, excellent!
Thanks so much, John. What a special place.
Amazing shots! I was there earlier this month, but my photos are nothing compared to yours!
Thanks, Sunnydays. How fun that you were there and I bet you got some great ones. Glad you enjoyed these.