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Beaches are fantastic places for photography of all kinds, and in all kinds of light conditions. Even when the light is flat and grey there are details in the rocks and sand to be isolated out of the grand scene and made into interesting little tableaux.
These particular details were photographed on the beach at Bedruthan Steps in Cornwall, on a day that was heavily overcast with no direct lighting at all. I find this type of lighting condition to be perfect for revealing small details that would otherwise be lost in the high contrast of a sunlit scene. Also, colours are much more saturated under overcast light, and even though it doesn't seem so to the naked eye. a polarising filter will bring out colours with a richness and vibrance that can appear washed out under direct lighting.
So I always try looking down when strolling along the beach - you never know what visual treat you might find.
Filename - sand rock 01.jpg
Camera - Canon 5D
Lens - 24-105mm zoom @ 45mm
Exposure - 1/15sec @ f11, ISO200
Location - Bedruthan Steps, Cornwall
This image - 640x800px JPEG
Conversion - ACR & PS-CS2
Comments - Polarising filter used to enhance colours.
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