Chriskellyphotography
“Dramatic Sambro Beacon”
This was the first image I captured during my shoot at Crystal Crescent Beach, and it was an obvious choice for me due to my love of lighthouses, one of the key reasons I wanted to explore this location. Adding to the appeal were the dramatic skies that set the perfect mood for the scene. The lighthouse in question is the Sambro Island Lighthouse, standing 25 meters tall.
Situated on an isolated island just off the shore, the lighthouse fits beautifully with the sense of seclusion I wanted to convey. However, by my rough estimate, it's about 5 kilometers from the beach, which made it appear quite small even at 600mm on my full-frame camera. I chose not to crop heavily, as doing so would sacrifice the incredible drama of the sky.
I also ambitiously attempted a long exposure, but the strong winds caused too much vibration for a clear shot. It’s a reminder that I’ll need to return to this spot and try again.
“Dramatic Sambro Beacon”
This was the first image I captured during my shoot at Crystal Crescent Beach, and it was an obvious choice for me due to my love of lighthouses, one of the key reasons I wanted to explore this location. Adding to the appeal were the dramatic skies that set the perfect mood for the scene. The lighthouse in question is the Sambro Island Lighthouse, standing 25 meters tall.
Situated on an isolated island just off the shore, the lighthouse fits beautifully with the sense of seclusion I wanted to convey. However, by my rough estimate, it's about 5 kilometers from the beach, which made it appear quite small even at 600mm on my full-frame camera. I chose not to crop heavily, as doing so would sacrifice the incredible drama of the sky.
I also ambitiously attempted a long exposure, but the strong winds caused too much vibration for a clear shot. It’s a reminder that I’ll need to return to this spot and try again.