Tetra Sole - Rattlesnake Lake, WA

While searching for a simple composition, I spotted a lone tree illuminated on the far side of the lake. Though it was too distant to serve as my main subject, it aligned perfectly with a cluster of stumps in the foreground, creating what appeared to be a prehistoric platform within the lake. Intriguingly, I witnessed several individuals diving from this naturally massive structure. I named this imposing formation Tetra Sole, a quartet formed long ago into one unified relic.

To achieve a serene effect on the lake's surface, I opted for an 8-second exposure. I then adjusted the contrast to highlight our main subjects, aiming to accentuate the intricate grain patterns of the ancient, petrified stumps.