Make a splash with coastal photography
Discover the equipment and techniques to shoot seascapes, slow exposures, abstracts and more, with our guide to making the most of a day at the beach…
Coastal photography can take many forms. From landscapes and nature to documentary and abstract, there’s a whole world of photo opportunities in that strip of earth separating the land and the sea.
Although it might sound counter-intuitive, summer isn’t necessarily the best season to photograph the coast. For a start, it’s going to be busy. Even if you arrive early and leave late, beaches are going to bustling in high season. While that may be perfect if you’re looking at shooting the seaside street photography style, it’s much less of a bonus if landscape photography is more your thing. Besides, if you want to shoot during the golden hour, you’re going to have a long wait for a midsummer sunset.