This image was captured during a quiet, stormy morning at Hanalei Bay. I arrived before sunrise to watch the shifting weather move across the mountains, hoping for a moment when the light would break through the clouds. As the storm eased, a soft glow lit the ridges of the surrounding peaks while gentle waves washed across the shoreline. Using a long exposure, I captured the motion of the receding water as it curved across the sand, echoing the calm and moody atmosphere of the morning. The iconic Hanalei Pier anchors the scene, standing against the dramatic sky as the day slowly awakened.