Australian Photography

THE LIFE AQUATIC

Photographing our oceans is a strong passion of mine, and I have been fortunate enough to see many amazing and unique moments where the light has beautifully interacted with waves, giving them diverse characteristics. My goal with wave photography is to make people feel the energy that I do when confronted by the ocean. This energy can vary hugely and be found through the different shapes and structures of the water. When the conditions are right, the light plays with the surface of the water, while the wave creates unique reflections, shadows, and forms that only a photo can reveal. And all this happens in a split second – a very short moment when the water defies gravity and delivers its raw power.

But while many people think taking photos of waves is just about clicking the shutter, there is a little more to it. So, let’s take a look.

THE CONDITIONS

Much like landscape photography, ocean photography requires planning, preparation, and a bit of luck. Chasing the right conditions is

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