"PIER PRESSURE" - Manhattan Beach, CA

Snapped from the sands of Manhattan Beach, CA, this image locks onto the pier’s iconic roundhouse as waves crash beneath and hillside homes stack in the background. It’s a classic SoCal collision: nature, architecture, and a whole lot of laid-back wealth. From early morning surf checks to golden hour strolls, this view is the backdrop of countless California stories — captured here with clarity and calm.