On Tuesday evening we welcomed Ann to give her talk about the seaside. She took us on a trip down memory lane, not with buckets and spades but with her camera, lens and tripod.
She started off the talk with images of a variety of piers in different conditions; some in perfect condition, some ablaze and others falling apart. There were images of beach huts, surfers, birds, flowers, mammals, starfish, people and even a few ICM. Quite a wide variety.
Ann is very creative with her images. She has been using Photoshop for decades to create composites, even before the use of layers was added to the programme. Ann usually works on themes or panels as this gives her the opportunity to be more creative.
She shared a lot of her tips and the techniques that she uses. Such as smearing vaseline on glass filters to get a blurry effect. Using a big stopper to increase the exposure time. In camera multiple exposure, then blending them together and where possible using texture, colour and slow shutter speed. She mentioned the importance of choosing the right view point and a composition before pressing the shutter button. Arriving at your destination at the right time of day to make the most of the light available and where possible avoiding the midday sun. Ann also mentioned that sometimes the photographer needs a bit of luck.
I am sure that members will look at the seaside with fresh eyes when they next visit.
