Beach Photography   by Angela Oliver

When setting up for a beach photography shoot, there are some key shots to take to add to a portfolio. It is important to have all the right gear when doing beach photography including the right lenses and waterproofing gear. With all the gear in place, it's time to get some great shots.

Wildlife - One of the most enticing things about beach photography is the promise of abundant wildlife. Not only are terrestrial creatures all over the beach, but the aquaculture is fascinating as well. Great wildlife focuses include birds, crabs, fish, and other creatures unique to the area. Wildlife shots require patience and can sometimes require an entire day of shooting for the perfect shot.

Nature - Along with wildlife, beach photography has some of the best scenes nature has to offer. Whether it's a beautiful sunset or sunrise, a moon cresting the horizon, a palm tree swaying in the ocean breeze, there are opportunities everywhere. Time lapse photography is great way to capture nature and capture unique images. The gear is considerably more expensive and the technique is highly specialized.

Water - Of course, water is everywhere when you're at the beach. There is also an abundance of sand. Some great shots come from the combination of waves and shore living harmoniously together. An underwater camera is also a necessity when doing any type of beach or water photography. Underwater shots can often help to produce interesting graphical, artistic photographs.

It is difficult to go to the beach and not get some great pictures. It may take a little time and patience, but when you're on the beach, what else do you have to do?

About the Author

Angela Oliver is an author for M-Rock.com, maker of M-Rock camera bags and cases. M-Rock has a complete line of camera bags and cases to protect camera equipment and accessories for beach photography.

Updated May 13, 2008
e-mail at: stephen@imagine-hawaii.com
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