In the heart of November, as the sun began its descent towards the west, I gazed eastward from Hinomisaki, located at the westernmost tip of the Shimane Peninsula. The serene beauty of the location provided a perfect canvas for a moment frozen in time.
Photo Description – Nature’s Canvas Unveiled
The photograph paints a tranquil scene of the Sea of Japan under a pristine blue sky, dotted with white clouds. To the right, the Shimane Peninsula unfolds with its tapestry of deep green trees juxtaposed against amber-tinged rocks. In the distance, wind turbines stand as silent sentinels, hinting at the gusty challenges they face. Among the trees on the peninsula, several stand withered, bearing witness to the harsh climatic conditions of the region.
Story Behind the Photo – A Testament to Nature’s Resilience
The skeletal trees, standing tall amidst the lush greenery of the peninsula, speak volumes about the unforgiving weather conditions of the area. The flat surface of the rhyolite rock is believed to be a coastal terrace formed during the Pleistocene epoch. This terrace, stretching from Oitsubi near Hinomisaki to the east, spans over 5km. Eroded over time, valleys have carved their way into the landscape, continuing their journey beneath the sea. The coast, with its characteristic trapezoidal flat top, remains untouched, preserving the raw beauty of nature.
From an Amateur Photographer’s Perspective – Chasing the Perfect Light
With the afternoon sun casting its golden rays from the west, I had the privilege of capturing the scene with the sun at my back. The vibrant hues of the sky, sea, lush green trees, and the amber rocks of the peninsula were vividly portrayed, encapsulating the essence of Shimane in a single frame.
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Equipment and EXIF Information
- Camera: FUJIFILM X-T4
- Lens: XF23mmF2 R WR
- Shutter Speed: 1/100 s
- Aperture: ƒ16
- ISO: ISO 160
- Exposure Compensation: 0 ev
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