This is a panoramic photo print of the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, California. It was taken at sunset, with the view spanning from Alcatraz Island to the bay's south edge. This art is available in 5 different styles: 3-piece wall art canvas, single metal, acrylic, or paper print. 

10% of the proceeds from this sale are donated to ocean conservation. 

My name is Jamie, and I am a passionate nature & landscape photographer from Las Vegas, Nevada. I have been creating art from my photos for almost 20 years, first underwater, now on dry land. I had always dreamed of capturing the perfect photograph of the Golden Gate Bridge at sunset, and tonight, I was determined to make it happen.

Until now, I never had the time or the means to make it this far north in California to photograph the iconic bridge. However, I'm persistent and take every opportunity to expand my portfolio.

 

I traveled a 504-mile journey from my home in Las Vegas, Nevada, to my vacation near Monterey. From there, I was able to schedule a day trip 100 more miles north to the San Francisco area. I had already researched all the best viewpoints of the bridge and saved the best for last.

 

As the sun began to set over San Francisco Bay, I knew it was time to make my way to the top of the mountain just north of the bridge. On the way to the mountain top, I could barely see the top of the bridge. I could hear the wind rushing outside the car, gaining in speed every hour that passed. Gripping the edge of my seat, the smell of the crisp ocean air was the only thing that could relax me.

The roadway up the mountain was alive with tourists, all eager to get a glimpse of the breathtaking view. The sun was dropping quickly, and the line of cars to reach the summit took nearly an hour to reach the parking area. My heart was in my throat as each minute ticked away. I came all this way and was in danger of missing this opportunity.

 

 After finding a parking spot nearly halfway down the other side of the mountain, I hiked back up the hill, my heart pounding with excitement and determination. The trail was steep and rocky. There were people everywhere, but I was undaunted. I was on a mission, and nothing was going to stand in my way!

 

As I reached the top of the mountain, I was greeted by a breathtaking view of the famous Golden Gate Bridge. The sunset was beginning, and the sky was ablaze with color. The cold wind whipped through my hair and stung my nose. The salty air invigorated me with life. I quickly set up my camera and tripod, determined to get the perfect shot.

 

I stood as close to the cliff's edge as possible and snapped photo after photo, each more stunning than the last as the sun dipped below the horizon. San Francisco's city lights twinkled in the distance, adding an extra touch of magic to the scene.

 

This was the shot I would never forget. I captured it even better than I imagined. As the last rays of sunlight faded into the night, I photographed the perfect panoramic photograph of the Golden Gate Bridge at sunset. The scene spanned from Alcatraz Island to the bay's edge, with the moon setting in the west.

I felt like a hero, capturing the world's beauty through my camera's lens while creating a beautiful new addition to my professional portfolio to share with the world.