Gary Lopez

Entrant Statement: I strived to create a visual narrative connecting the sacred land of Big Sur to the Universe, the creation story of the indigenous Esselen Tribe.

Location: Bixby Bridge, Big Sur, CA, USA

Equipment: Nikon Z7II (astro-modified), Sigma 28mm F1.4 DG HSM (Art), Kolari 77mm Hot Mirror Pro 2

Exposure: Land/Sea - 2 panels 2 x 3” Sky - 2 panels 10 x 240”, 20 x 20”

Total Integration Time: Sky Only - 46.7'