Sailing in the San Juan Islands offers an unforgettable journey through Washington State's mesmerizing archipelago, where tranquil waters meet rugged coastlines and forested islands. These islands, scattered across the Salish Sea, create a picturesque sailing paradise characterized by gentle breezes, protected bays, and panoramic views of snow-capped mountains.

I made this image on one such passage. The scene captures the delicate balance of an unusual cloud pattern above the dark islands below.