Digital Photographer

Abstract Seascapes

Difficulty level: Intermediate

Time taken: 1-2 hours

Few landscape enthusiasts can resist the lure of the coast. The sea is full of motion and drama – every day the tide washes the beach clean, revealing a fresh canvas for photography and producing endless photo opportunities.

The coast is also home to rocky sea stacks, piers, lighthouses, slipways, breakwaters, lidos and other highly photogenic objects. While these types of structures can work well as part of a wider view, you shouldn’t overlook the potential of using a longer focal length to isolate key points of interest, using water motion to provide the drama.

Onrushing waves will add a sense of movement, energy and flow to your shots, although achieving the most eye-catching result depends on you selecting the

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