(Day 363) - Ocean Blues by cjphoto

(Day 363) - Ocean Blues

Taking photos at the beach can be really relaxing and enjoyable. There's something about hearing the crashing waves and the squawking seagull that's so calming. Just watch your camera in all that sand! This is the Santa Monica Beach which is also considered a State Park in California. It's a popular place not only for the beach but also for it's pier, shops, celebrity's homes, and other attractions.

Here I went for some major blues by using the tungsten light white balance to really emphasize them. I've always loved the way this white balance changes the tone and mood of a sunset. Cool blue :)

Just 2 more photos in my project to go!!!!
The light and color here are spectacular!
February 12th, 2014  
I really must try using white balance techniques- this is really lovely!
February 12th, 2014  
Wow that is so beyond gorgeous :-)
February 12th, 2014  
Picture perfecf!:)
February 12th, 2014  
Amazing tones here
February 12th, 2014  
Made me think of 'purple mountains majesty...' -- but with the sea as well. Gorgeous colors and lines. And wow -- only 2 to go -- that's great!
February 12th, 2014  
Beautiful picture Chris.
February 12th, 2014  
Love the purple.
February 12th, 2014  
Beautiful!
February 12th, 2014  
Beautiful indigo shades.
February 12th, 2014  
Gorgeous colours, Chris! Are you planning to continue in year 4?
February 12th, 2014  
@maggiemae - Thanks Maggie! White balance techniques can really add to a photo sometimes, but sometimes they don't. Guess it depends on the subject, but here it worked out really good.
February 13th, 2014  
Awesome colour tones and movement
February 13th, 2014  
@taffy - Thank you Taffy! I really liked the way the mountains looked too. Yep can't believe another year is almost complete!
February 13th, 2014  
@spock - Thank you David! Yep, I'm a 365 addict now, so definitely going for another year!
February 13th, 2014  
@eyesmile @shawnasays @joemuli @swilde @andy3168 @jancb @elisasaeter @cimes1

You guys are just too kind with your friendly comments! I deeply appreciate them and as well as the inspiration your projects give me! :)
February 13th, 2014  
@triciaodonnell - Thank you Tricia! The movement of those waves were really relaxing!
February 13th, 2014  
The wave are I love sitting on the beach and watching the waves
February 13th, 2014  
The tungsten really works! Great silhouette happening too.
February 18th, 2014  
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