01-24-2019 08:41 AM - edited 01-25-2019 12:59 AM
Anybody who knows me, knows I love taking photos of the amazing colours that paint the sky during a sunrise or sunset; and I especially love taking those photos near the ocean. The water reflects different shades of oranges, yellows, pinks and purple. Every sunrise and sunset is unique and absolutely beautiful. I am always surprised and stuck watching in awe and wonder. Having a few clouds scattered in the sky makes the experience so much better. They create a glorious light show that changes with every minute.
While watching a sunrise or sunset, most people usually face the sun, however I also try to remember to turn around and have a look at the "reverse" sunrise or sunset. The glow in the sky behind you is lovely and usually turns the sky a beautiful pink. Don't forget to take a few selfies while you are facing this way because the glow on your face is definitely #nofilter worthy.
Tips for taking SUNRISE photos:
- Find a spot about half an hour before the actual sun rises over the horizon, because that's when you will get the best colours across the sky.
- Find a spot that has interesting things to photograph like trees (especially palm trees), flowers, people, boats, etc.
Tips for taking SUNSET photos:
- Find a spot you can sit and relax to watch mother nature's best show.
- Don't stop watching when the sun sets under the horizon, especially if there are a few clouds in the sky, because the show isn't over..
Here are a few sunrise and sunset photos I took on my recent trip to Hawaii from 11 to 21 January 2019. The sunsets were so pretty with all of the palm trees along Waikiki Beach. I took all of these photos using my iPhone XS and they are straight off my phone without any editing.
Show me your favourite sunrise or sunset photos, that you’ve taken, in the comments below.
01-24-2019
08:49 AM
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Hi @PennyChristie,
I am really impressed by your pictures as I think that the Ocean has a particular magnetism in terms of sunrise and sunset. I had the first chance to see the Atlantic sea sunset only two years ago, when I visited Portugal and the colours of that moment are still vivid in my eyes.
Regarding this topic why don't you also take a look also on the post How is sunrise and sunset in your city?
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01-24-2019 08:54 AM
Thank you so much @Sorbe , your photo is beautiful. Having the opportunity to watch a sunrise or sunset over the ocean is a special moment and absolutely life changing.
01-24-2019 09:11 AM
Beautiful pictures @PennyChristie wonderful post thank you for sharing with us.....
01-24-2019 09:18 AM
Thank you very much @NirmalTeja
I appreciate your kind comments.
01-24-2019 09:20 AM
01-24-2019 09:26 AM
Thanks @OmerAli I haven’t created a Google photo album yet, but when I do, I’ll send you the link.
01-24-2019 10:05 AM
Hi @PennyChristie!
Your photos are simple amazing!
Love the colors and the compositions, you have a beautiful and great mastery to seize the moment!
Thanks for sharing with us these wonderful holidays with your family!
Bye,
David
01-24-2019 10:42 AM
Great shots and post, @PennyChristie
Especially like the pineapple! The tip about turning around away from the sun is really cool – easy to forget that one.
Just remembering when we photographed the sunset over the SF bay at the end of our amazing photowalk 🙂
Stuart
01-24-2019 04:50 PM
Thank you for your kind words @davidhyno