The Shores of Santa Barbara

[hminx]

Greg I think there is still a bit of colour and texture to be had from those rocks, and personal taste has me wishing for a slight vibrance boost. Composition is fine

[draymorton]

I love this one, Greg.

As for critiques, I agree with n8 about possibly lightening and/or bringing out the detail in the rocks (just a tiny bit) on the righthand side.

I thought the horizon looked crooked, too, but if it is, it is barely perceptible even with a grid/ruler check. It may be ever-so-slightly tilted to the right.

The exposure could have been longer for more silk factor, but that's a judgment call and a matter of personal taste. It wouldn't necessarily be better that way, just different. As it is, I love the water in the foreground. Looks like brush strokes!

And finally, the sky looks a little washed-out/faded to me for some reason. You could add vibrance/saturation, but I'm thinking that adding an ND Grad effect on the sky would be a better idea, as it would darken the sky and deepen the color. I tried it myself and think it is an improvement.

Other than that, you have a really great shot. I especially like the subtle detail (where there is detail) and in the rocks and that first major wave up from the bottom. There is motion in every direction - just beautiful.