Amateur Photographer

Make the most of the coast

The ocean is my favourite subject to photograph, whether at the shoreline or out in the water – it’s something I’ve always been drawn to. The connection runs deep in my soul, probably from a childhood spent in the sea, jumping the waves no matter the weather. More often than not, you will find me bobbing around in the water at dawn with my camera in hand, or hanging out at the shoreline, shooting both personal and work projects. It only felt natural as I got further into photography that the ocean became my focus and subject. From the movement of the water at the shoreline to people out in the water, I became fascinated by continually seeking new perspectives and new ways to capture this. Seascapes are such a versatile subject that there’s always something new to learn, which for me is part of the fun of photography!

Time of day

Ever since I got into landscape and seascape photography I quickly learnt time of day was everything in how a scene is represented. Seeking out the best light became my obsession! We all know that sunrise and sunset can display a spectacular change in light, but it’s also about the times leading up to and after those moments. Like being out for sunrise 45 minutes before the sun is even

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