Yaquina Sea Foam Framed Print

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Waves crash into the rugged shoreline rocks near Newport, Oregon, at Yaquina Head on a moody, cloudy autumn afternoon.

Yaquina Head, a striking headland extending into the Pacific Ocean, is home to the Yaquina Head Outstanding Natural Area and Oregon’s tallest lighthouse. Built in 1872, the 93-foot-tall Yaquina Head Lighthouse still operates today, guiding ships along the coast.

This coastal region is rich in marine life, with tide pools teeming with sea stars, anemones, and mussels. Harbor seals often lounge on the rocks, while gray whales can be spotted migrating offshore at certain times of the year. The cliffs also provide nesting grounds for peregrine falcons, bald eagles, and common murres, making it an excellent spot for birdwatching.

Newport itself is known for its fishing industry and is home to the Oregon Coast Aquarium, where Keiko, the famous orca from Free Willy, once lived. The nearby Hatfield Marine Science Center, affiliated with Oregon State Univ...

Official Website:tpeakphotos.art Hello, my name is Mike Lee, and I am a landscape and nature photographer based in Janesville, California. Photography has been a passion of mine for many years, and since retiring from my first career in 2018 I've decided to make photographic art that all-too-important next chapter. Through my lens, I aim to share the landscapes, wildlife, and stunning moments that I encounter in Northern California and beyond. I've always had an appreciation for nature, and living in such a beautiful and diverse area has provided me with endless inspiration. From the towering Sierra Nevada mountains to the serene valleys and forests, I find myself constantly in awe of the world around me. My photography is an attempt to...