365 travel, photography, and everyday life adventures told one photo at a time.
These sea lions are living the good life, basking in the sun and relaxing, or at least it would seem. This photo was taken at La Jolla Cove in San Diego, California. There are tons of sea lions and birds relaxing on the rocks, it is a pretty amazing sight to see. However, it is also a little sad, because there are far too many people who do not give the animals their space and cause way too much stress for the animals.
Eight species of pelicans make up the family Pelecanidae. Two species can be found in the United States, the American white pelican and the Brown pelican, seen here. This pelican was found in San Diego, along a coastal trail. I wonder if people in California view these beautiful birds as no big deal since they are so common, because every time I see one, I am so captivated by them. This pelican was busy preening, or grooming its feathers to keep them in good condition.
Sunsets can be hit and miss, since the quality of the light is dependent on the amount and location of the clouds. A perfectly clear sky looks boring but too many clouds and the sunset isn’t visible. Ideally, there is a moderate amount of clouds high in the sky. But many days are not ideal. The day in San Diego that this photo was taken was one such day. This photo was taken about half an hour before the sun was supposed to set. Because of the clouds low on the horizon, the sun had already disappeared by this time and minutes later all color in the sky was gone. When photographing sunrise or sunset, it is always a good idea to arrive early, because you never know if the light will be good early, late, or somewhere in between.
Adventures Beyond The Lens 