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First Light

My flash illuminates an otherwise dark shore break barrel just before the first light of the morning. Chasing surf before the sun rises; there's not many better ways to start the day!

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World Photo Annual

2025

Honorable Mention

Fine Art

Professional

Nominee

Nature

Professional

First Light

My flash illuminates an otherwise dark shore break barrel just before the first light of the morning. Chasing surf before the sun rises; there's not many better ways to start the day!

About Artist

Aaron Lynton

Aaron is and award winning photographer and filmmaker who specializes in astrophotography, action-sports, landscapes and ocean art. He was born in Atlanta, Ga and currently resides in Maui, Hawaii. Aaron has a B.F.A in Film & Television from Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD, 2010), and is a PADI Dive Master, and a F.I.I. Level 1 freediver. He loves to play with light and movement, as well as capture special moods, moments and environments. Aaron is eco-minded and wants his art to evoke emotion and hopes to visually transport the viewer, as well as promote positive awareness of the ocean and the world surrounding us.

Aaron Lynton

Photographic Areas of Focus

Aerial, Astro, Event & Wedding, Landscapes, Nature, Photojournalism, Sports, Travel, Underwater, Wildlife

Location

United States of America

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