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Beach Pictures - A Tutorial in Beach Photography

by Michael Carr
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Unique Angles and Perspectives for Beach Pictures

A palm tree from a unique angle.

A palm tree from a unique angle.

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You don't always have to point your camera straight ahead, or directly at the beach. Look for unique and interesting angles for your beach pictures.

It's all in the perspective

What if you get down on eye level with your baby playing in the sand? You could stand straight above a crawling crab, or point straight up to the swaying branches of a palm tree.

Look for unique and unusual angles and perspectives for your beach pictures.

Splashes of color

Since beaches often feature rather bland colors, like shades of sand and driftwood, also keep an eye out for interesting splashes of color. A bright red beach umbrella, green palm leaf or hot pink sandals can add real verve to your beach pictures.

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