Gwithian Tides

in Seascape photographs by Jamie HIBBERT — April 9, 2009 at 8:00 am | 3 comments

Photograph of Gwithian tides and beach

Long exposure of Gwithian Beach

I am really enjoying long exposure photography, it provides the ability to capture so many different aspects of the image, creating a multi dimensional photograph.

This image is of Gwithian beach at  low tide. The falling tide and the Red River have carved sharp angles into the sand on the outside of the bend. Yet, on the inside it has smoothed the sand, rounding and mellowing it.

The use of a long exposure has softened the water and cloud. I like the interaction in the image of softness verse harshness and the black and white conversion, in my opinion accentuates these factors. The horizon provides a norm, a point of reference, something that cannot be doctored. I guess it acts as an anchor to the photograph.

The soft haze, and direction of the red River, draws my eye into the photo, making me look harder into the distance to look for aspects I can recognise.

Creating thought and emotion is my goal when I take what I consider to be “ART” photographs. A picture postcard type image can convey many messages and reproduce / enhance memories. It also allows people to share views with others. There is a huge value in this and I enjoy that style of photography. Yet, this image of Gwithian is more kindred to my heart. It shares a place that can be recognised, if you know the area well, but allows interpretation and creates intrigue.

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