About This Image
Location: Monterey, CA
Every great adventure begins with a spark—and for me, it was a spontaneous road trip to Monterey with my wife to celebrate six years of marriage. No itinerary. No expectations. Just a tank full of gas and the kind of freedom that makes you feel 17 again.
As golden hour approached, I had a hunch the sky was about to do something special. We pulled off near a quiet beach, and I jumped out with my camera in hand, hoping to catch the magic. The beach was scattered with incredible rocks and tide-washed textures—foreground heaven. But even after exploring every angle, something just didn’t click. I couldn’t find the composition that felt right.
Then the light began to fade.
That’s when doubt creeps in, right? When you think, Maybe this just isn’t the shot today.
So I walked back toward where my wife was, only to find her happily collecting sea glass and tiny shells. No pressure. Just joy. That moment reset my mind. And that’s when I saw it.
Just behind her—almost like it had been waiting for me—this scene came to life.
The horizon ignited in a second blush, that fleeting phenomenon where the sun, long dipped, gives the sky one last kiss of fire. The water shimmered with hues of lavender and gold, the rocks stood in gentle defiance against the tide, and everything felt still, quiet, alive.
Click.
That was the shot.
Not the one I was chasing… but the one that found me.
Production Timelines
Open Edition Paper & Canvas Prints
Production Time: 2–3 business days
Shipping Time: 3–5 business days
Estimated Arrival: Approximately 10 business days from the time of your order
Limited Edition Metal Prints
Production Time: 10-12 business days
Shipping Time: 2–5 business days
Estimated Arrival: Approximately 14 business days from the time of your order
Limited Edition vs Open Edition
Our Limited Edition prints are produced using a unique, high-resolution printing process that captures maximum detail, depth, and color accuracy—far superior to traditional methods used for open edition prints. Each piece is hand-signed and comes with a Certificate of Authenticity, ensuring its rarity and value.
Open Edition prints, while still high-quality, do not have a set production limit and are printed using traditional methods. They are a great way to enjoy Riley Clark’s work at a more accessible price, but they do not carry the same exclusivity or premium detail as the museum-quality Limited Editions.
More information about the materials can be seen below.
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Tape out dimensions on your wall using painter’s tape to visualize different sizes. This quick step can save a lot of guesswork.
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Testimonials
But beautiful scenery and colors in this print. I will have it hanging in my home for years to come. It allows me a mini-vacation gazing on this print!
Karen H.
Riley was very easy to work with and very accommodating to all of our questions and requests. We get a lot of compliments on our beautiful, one of a kind piece of art and are proud to display such a timeless image with his name on it.
Shelby C.
Every time I walk past one of his pieces, I feel transported to another place. It's pure magic
Sarah S.
From My Lens to Your Wall.
When you collect a piece from Riley Clark Fine Art, you're not buying mass-produced décor or gallery-inflated prints. You're getting something real—photographic art created from actual moments I've experienced in the wild.
Every image was captured with intention, often after long hikes, early mornings, or chance encounters with nature's beauty. And because I sell directly to you, there's no middleman markup—just high-quality fine art, thoughtfully printed and personally shared.
By collecting here, you’re supporting an independent artist and bringing home a story—not just a scene.
