I don’t get out to the coast nearly often enough. I tell myself this every time I visit. Having grown up landlocked in Colorado, there is always this amazement that I can go to the ocean, to the edge of the continent, in an hour’s drive.
Last weekend was a very low tide, and I went out with other members of the PhotoArts Guild for a Friday morning trip. Up well before dawn, we met at 5am to head out in the drizzle. We were back before I needed to be at work. You can’t beat that!
While I took my big camera, I left it in the car and carried only my iPhone. I could always go back if I decided I wanted my dSLR. (I didn’t.)
I found myself mostly interested in curves. The curve of rock carved by time…
The pools of water…
The sweep of sand and sea (my favorite of the day)…
And the curve of the stranded, waiting for the tide to come back in…
These aren’t my usual subjects, but it was a fun morning, nonetheless. It was great to get out to a new place, with people who know where to go. Great to talk on the drive and get to know the other members better. Great to share online and see the other points of view, after the excursion.
Have you joined a local art or photography group or club or guild yet? You should. Don’t be intimidated – there is always room for one more. You never know where you might end up going, once you join in.
How fun! I especially love your starfish picture! So pretty, and vibrant! I too am so close to the beach but don’t manage to get there as often as I’d like.
Amazing pictures. Living in the desert as I do now I do so miss the ocean. I was raised by and have lived most of my life in coastal communities. That being the case I seldom get to the shore any more. Your pictures are a breath of fresh air. Thank you.
Wonderful pictures! The sea coast is perfect camera fodder!
Truly lovely photographs! You’ve inspired me to check my local listings for low tide hours.
I haven’t, but you encourage beautifully! And your shots are detailed…I can feel the depth and the texture!
Like Vi, I’m living in the desert and missing the ocean. I really enjoyed these photos, especially the starfish.
Nice shots. I like the starfish with his curled up arm. Our camera club is appropriately named the Camera Club of Bozeman. If it stops raining in the next couple of weeks, we’ll be heading out to photograph wildflowers in the evening. I’ve got my fingers crossed.
Lovely soft photos. I really love the rocks.