At first glance, this image didn't seem to me as anything spectacular. However, after looking at it for a few moments, the impact of the shot started to rain down on me. Its probably the clouds that really take my breath away. They really highlight the image.

You captured the crashing waves well, also. The shadows and highlights throughout the entire image. I showed this to a friend, and asked her impression. I quote "It looks like the perfect picture."

Nearly, but not quite. I think its the colour - the blue of the sky is vivid, and beautiful. However, a lot of the colour below the horizon line isn't quite as rich as I would like to see it.

Otherwise, wonderful shot.