Waves and Wind
High winds and high tide make wonderful crashing waves against the rocks, and apparently don't bother the pelicans and cormorants sitting on them....
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High winds and high tide make wonderful crashing waves against the rocks, and apparently don't bother the pelicans and cormorants sitting on them.
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marilynjlyon
February 29, 2020
Love love love this picture! I love beach pictures and when the waves are crashing it is even better.
Pjerry
February 29, 2020
Stunning capture.
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My husband and I were on vacation down the west coast to take in all the ocean views. We were near just north of Carmel, California where we stopped for an early lunch. As it turned out, the tide was outgoing with a strong wind coming from the west against the water. It made spectacular crashing waves against the rocks. I hadn't planned to photograph, but the sea called and I answered! And my husband waited--and waited. I don't know how many photos I took, but I think lots and lots covers it.Time
I think this is my favorite, all time, wave photo that I took late morning. The sun was up and shining brightly, so you had to be aware of your shadow casting on the foreground,.Lighting
As with all water, glare is a problem, as is over exposed white. A polarizer is a must, in my opinion, with the waves and water constantly moving. It's impossible to plan a shot to negate glare under these conditions. I also used a lens hood to make sure no sun crept around the edge of the lens.Equipment
I used my Canon EOS 60D with my Canon zoom EF 70-300 1: 4-5.6 IS USM lens. I shot handheld at 1/2000 sec. f/5.6 220mmInspiration
The sea was just magnificent with the outgoing tide and quite strong wind. The crashing waves never stopped, no matter where you looked. .I wanted to capture that beauty and the power of the water. The rocks added to drama of the crashing waves, so including them was a must. The fact that gulls were flying in and out of frame worked nicely too. I just felt lucky to be there at the right time, as none of our trip was specifically planned.Editing
I did have to crop out the bottom and right of the photo as, to get my main subject, they were out of focus. I also had to pull back highlights a little. Other than that, it came out of camera very nicely. I'm learning more about aperture, and think I'd try a more inclusive setting like f16 or so in order to get the entire scene in focus. Also, I've since learn.In my camera bag
I carry two Canon EOS cameras-- a 60D and a 70D For lenses I have a Tokina SDII 11-20 f/2.8 DX and Canon EF 70-300 IS USM. I also have circular polarizers for each, a whistle for safety, lens cloths, a cheap shower curtain to lay or kneel on, an extra camera battery and extra SD card.Feedback
I happened to be lucky and catch the outgoing tide, but there are tide apps you can get for your smart phone that would be a handy tool. Also a polarizer for your lens would boost your chances of having your water photos come out without blown out whites or glare. A real safety concern is climbing around and on the rocks. Don't do it alone. And above all, watch for sneaker waves--they can kill by knocking you over and by floating heavy logs onto you. Photographically, watch that your shadow isn't being cast on your foreground, unless you want it there, of course.
