Eastbourne Pier on a Stormy Afternoon
Eastbourne Pier, central to the seafront with its best surviving ironwork and little kiosks of the Victorian era, was opened by Lord Edward Cavendish in June, 1...
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Eastbourne Pier, central to the seafront with its best surviving ironwork and little kiosks of the Victorian era, was opened by Lord Edward Cavendish in June, 1870. It is approximately 1000 ft (300 m) long. The landward was swept in a storm in 1877 but later rebuilt on a higher level. The initial 400-seater pavilion, built at a cost of £250 in 1888, was replaced by a 1000-seater theatre and camera obscura in 1901.
During the Second World War part of the decking was removed machine guns were installed. The pier was badly damaged in 1942 by an exploding mine but later restored.
In 2014 Eastbourne Pier was sold to its current owner for undisclosed amount.
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During the Second World War part of the decking was removed machine guns were installed. The pier was badly damaged in 1942 by an exploding mine but later restored.
In 2014 Eastbourne Pier was sold to its current owner for undisclosed amount.
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The photo was taken on the seafront near Eastbourne pier. Eastbourne is a coastal town on the south coast of England. I live in London so I had to drive for nearly two hours to take the shot (I am interested in shooting piers). By the time I arrived the weather changed dramatically. Instead of packing up I decided to take the opportunity the stormy weather created for meTime
The photo was taken in the winter, in the early afternoon.Lighting
Only natural light was used.Equipment
I used a Nikon D750 with a Tamron 24-70 lens. The camera was mounted on a Manfrotto 190 tripodInspiration
The pier standing in the bad weather.Editing
I slightly increased the sharpening and the vibrancy using Lightroom 6.0In my camera bag
In addition to the DSLR I usually carry 3-4 lenses and several filters. I would like to have at least one zoom lens but also a couple of primes, usually wide angle. The filters are usually B&W ND filters. I always carry a tripod. In addition I use a remote trigger.Feedback
Be there in advance. Walk around to find the best view. Wait for the best light. Be patient. Take multiple photos, especially in fast changing light and weather.
