The editing here probably would have met the requirements for a standard challenge. Photoshop 7, played with brightness, contrast, and curves. (More luck than skill.)
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now, was this shot during the day and the levels adjusted to make it appear as if it was night? That's what i think, but whatever you did it is a nice effect!
Beautiful colors and an awesome wave capture. I love the spray of the white foam against the dark, dark blues of the ocean and night sky. I find this one mesmerizing. -8
I think the dark tones and high contrast of this image almost make it abstract. To me its a very evocative image. The glare in the dark areas and the white foam across the middle express a dark and moody sense while at the same time being powerful and merciless. The only thing I would change would be to rotate a little to straighten the horizon. Just personal taste. Good Luck.