It is a common notion that photographing a beach sunset presents the quintessential photographic opportunity. However, I hold a distinct perspective on this matter. While beach sunsets undoubtedly yield picturesque results, often showcasing a breathtaking sky against the backdrop of darkened ocean waters and silhouetted foreground objects, I contend that the true enchantment unfolds during the break of dawn.
At sunrise, a unique alchemy takes place as the sand, ocean waters, and clouds bask in the radiant golden hues cast by the early morning sun. This enchanting transformation can result in captivating cloud formations and a deep, azure expanse across the ocean, particularly when employing the long exposure technique, as exemplified in this image. The extended exposure time imparts a velvety smoothness to the ocean's surface, elevating its reflective qualities and instilling a serene sense of movement.
Notably, the concrete pier appears to extend infinitely, gracefully guiding the viewer's gaze toward the fiery, morning sun-kissed cloud formations. This panoramic image is an intricately composed work of art, meticulously captured as a series of tiled images, each meticulously exposed multiple times. These individual frames are artfully woven together to craft a breathtaking composite image with resolutions exceeding the capabilities of modern-day cameras.
This method guarantees impeccable detail throughout the entire image, effectively mitigating any lens distortions or chromatic aberrations. The final result enables printing at expansive sizes, boasting an almost holographic quality that genuinely transports the observer to the heart of the scene, providing an immersive experience that evokes the sensation of being present.
Date & Time | September 7, 2023: 7:16am - 7:25am |
Location | Bradenton Beach, Bradenton, Florida |
Coordinates | -82.697535, 27.459777 |
Focal Length | 50mm |
Aperture | f/16 |
Shutter | 5 sec |
ISO | 100 |
Num of Exposures | 99 |
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Total Pixels | 494,673,760 px |
Width | 34,984 px |
Height | 14,140 px |
Aspect Ratio | 2.47 : 1 |
Date & Time | September 7, 2023: 7:16am - 7:25am |
Location | Bradenton Beach, Bradenton, Florida |
Coordinates | -82.697535, 27.459777 |
Focal Length | 50mm |
Aperture | f/16 |
Shutter | 5 sec |
ISO | 100 |
Num of Exposures | 99 |
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