November 2022

Pelicans of La Jolla Seabird

Perfect Conditions in La Jolla for Pelican Photography

November is a bit early for the best displays of California brown pelican breeding plumage. But we recently had a week-long run of perfect weather to photograph mornings in La Jolla. By perfect I mean just the right combination of sunlight, wind, certain water conditions (hint: think how the water…

Phil CollaNovember 29, 2022

Fur Seal Guadalupe Island Mexico Underwater Photography

Guadalupe Fur Seal Photos Underwater, Isla Guadalupe, Mexico

Guadalupe fur seals (Arctocephalus townsendi) can be found in small colonies along Guadalupe Island, resting in shallow water and hauled out on rocks. In fact, their coloration is such a fine match for the dark volcanic rocks that make up the coastline of Guadalupe Island that they are often hard to…

Phil CollaNovember 10, 2022

California Surf

Sunrise on Cylinders, The Wedge, Newport Beach

This image is an old favorite of mine. There was a period of time when I was visiting the Wedge often, usually midweek during the school year so the water was empty and I could shoot waves alone. I had many great mornings like that, with glassy water, no wind…

Phil CollaNovember 9, 2022

Argentina Underwater Photography Whales

New Photos of Southern Right Whales in Argentina, Eubalaena australis

After a three year break, I made it back to Peninsula Valdes with friends in September for another visit with Southern Right Whales (Eubalaena australis). There were two sessions planned and I was looking forward to both. The first was filled with sunny weather, inquisitive whales and generally great conditions.…

Phil CollaNovember 8, 2022

Aerial Photography Beautiful Views of San Diego La Jolla Panoramas

Aerial Panoramic Photo of Point La Jolla, Boomer Beach and Scripps Park at Sunset

Point La Jolla is the ideal place in La Jolla to watch the sunset. Flanked by Ellen Browning Scripps Park and the La Jolla Bridge Club, the point offers views north past La Jolla Shores and Torrey Pines State Reserve and west over the ocean. Sea lions are usually found…

Phil CollaNovember 2, 2022

Aerial Photography Beautiful Views of San Diego La Jolla Panoramas

Aerial Panoramic Photo of Children’s Pool in La Jolla, California

The Children's Pool in La Jolla is one of San Diego's coastal landmarks. Also known as Casa Cove and set amidst the Gold Coast of San Diego, the Children's Pool sea wall creates a snug little sand beach protected from the elements. It was gifted to the City of San…

Phil CollaNovember 1, 2022